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Most forklifts have a three point suspension system and are very unstable and prone to tipping over. Most front end loaders have a four point suspension system and are much more stable.
Using the word tools in lieu of the word attachments will get you no where on modifications or additions to forklifts. A potential safety hazard by any name is still a potential safety hazard.
OSHA 1910.178(a)(4)
Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation shall not be performed by the customer or user without manufacturers prior written approval. Capacity, operation, and maintenance instruction plates, tags, or decals shall be changed accordingly.
ANSI/ITSDF B56.1-2009
4.2.1 Except as provided in para. 4.2.2, no modifications or alterations to a powered industrial truck that may affect the capacity, stability, or safe operation of the truck shall be made without the prior written approval of the original truck manufacturer or its successor thereof. When the truck manufacturer or its successor approves a modification or alteration, appropriate changes shall be made to capacity plates, decals, tags, and operation and maintenance manuals.
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