scope:

Specifies the basic tests to verify the stability of rough terrain lift trucks and rough terrain variable reach trucks. Is applicable to the above trucks: - with a seated operator; - fitted with fork arms or attachments; - with fixed or articulated chassis; - which may have stabilizers, axle-locking or frame-levelling devices; - with two- or four-wheel or articulated steering systems; - with masts with or without tilt mechanisms; - with non-slewing booms or having slewing movement not greater than 5 ° either side of the longitudinal centre-plane.