What is the first step to take when parking your forklift?

Lowering the forks flat to the ground is crucial as the first step when parking your forklift. This action serves multiple safety purposes. By positioning the forks flat on the ground, you not only stabilize the forklift, preventing it from tipping over but also ensure that the forks do not become a hazard to other workers or equipment in the vicinity. This reduces the risk of accidents and injuries in the workplace.

Additionally, lowering the forks helps to clearly signal that the forklift is not in operation; it conveys to others that the machinery is parked and inactive. Following this practice establishes a routine that enhances safety and operational efficiency in environments where multiple forklifts may be in use.

In comparison, while turning off the engine, parking in a designated area, and setting up traffic cones are also important steps in the process of safely parking a forklift, they should follow the initial action of lowering the forks to the ground.