A forklift is a powerful industrial vehicle engineered to lift, move, and stack heavy materials over short distances, primarily utilising two protruding forks at the front to engage and transport palliated goods. This essential piece of warehouse and factory equipment is defined by its unique rear-wheel steering for tight manoeuvrability and a critical counterbalance system, often a heavy counterweight or battery, to ensure stability and prevent tipping while handling loads. For regulatory information, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides extensive guidelines on powered industrial trucks, including safety requirements and operator training standards.
