How should a driver react to a load that shifts while being transported?

When a load shifts during transportation, the safest and most effective response is to slow down and assess the situation. Slowing down helps to maintain control of the forklift and reduces the risk of further destabilizing the load. This cautious approach allows the driver to evaluate the condition of the load, determine how it has shifted, and decide on the best course of action to secure the load properly before continuing.

Driving faster in an attempt to stabilize the load could exacerbate the problem, increasing the likelihood of tipping or losing the load completely. Making abrupt turns can lead to loss of control and potentially cause accidents, either by further shifting the load or by overturning the forklift. Ignoring the shift is not a viable option as it could quickly lead to unsafe conditions.

By slowing down and carefully assessing the situation, the driver is ensuring safety for themselves and others, while also protecting the integrity of the load being transported.