Which option is NOT a weather-related hazard that can impact forklift operations?

• A. Heat
• B. Smoke
• C. Snow and ice
• D. Dust

Answer: (D)

Weather-related hazards come from atmospheric conditions that directly affect forklift safety. Heat raises the risk of heat stress and can affect both operator comfort and equipment cooling. Snow and ice create slippery floors and longer stopping distances, increasing the chance of slips, skids, or tip-overs. Smoke can reduce visibility and degrade air quality, making it harder to operate safely and react in time. Dust, while a safety concern in its own right, isn’t produced by weather conditions; it’s a workplace/environmental hazard tied to materials and tasks rather than atmospheric weather. So dust isn’t a weather-related hazard, making it the best choice for not fitting that category.