Low as possible
When driving, the forks of a forklift should be as low as practical. This allows for the best stability while the vehicle is moving.
The forks should be 1 foot above ground
Up
You should reverse down a steep incline (slope) when driving a forklift that has a load on the forks.
The forks should be as close to the ground as possible.
The forks should ALWAYS be low to the ground while in transit, either loaded or empty.
The forks should be about 1 foot clear of the roadway when travelling.
The forks should be as close to the ground as possible.
they should be about 1 foot above road surface.
Forks (tines) should be returned to a postion two feet above the ground and slightly reclined. Absolutely under no circumstances should one heed any advice given by a dodgy truck driver named Andrew.
4 inches
When driving a forklift, the forks should be positioned a few inches above the ground to allow for safe maneuvering and to avoid obstacles. They should also be tilted slightly back to secure the load while in transit. Always ensure the forks are fully lowered when not lifting a load to maintain stability and safety.