A Moffett (truck-mounted forklift) means the truck brings its own forklift and unloads the freight on arrival — no dock, no site forklift, no crew. But the forklift still needs room to work. A few minutes of prep is the difference between a 20-minute drop and a truck that can’t unload.
The site checklist
- Access: a route the truck and trailer can physically reach — mind tight gates, low wires, soft shoulders and dead-end turns.
- Ground: a reasonably firm, level surface for the forklift. Compacted gravel or dirt is usually fine; deep mud, loose fill and steep grades are not.
- Room to maneuver: space for the Moffett to come off the back of the trailer and move between the truck and the drop point.
- A clear drop point: an agreed, reachable spot to set the material down, clear of other trades and obstructions.
- Overhead clearance: watch for wires, scaffolding, canopies and low structures over the path and the drop.
What to flag before the truck rolls
- Soft or unfinished ground after rain or early in a build.
- Weight limits on temporary roads, bridges or slabs.
- Delivery windows, site sign-in or safety requirements.
- Anything unusually heavy, long or awkward in the load.
If the site isn’t ready
If conditions won’t allow a safe unload, tell us before the truck leaves the yard. We can reschedule, stage the material at our Mississauga terminal, or plan an alternate drop — all cheaper than a wasted trip or an unsafe unload.
Frequently asked questions
What ground does a Moffett need?
A reasonably firm, level surface — compacted gravel or dirt usually works. Deep mud, soft fill and steep grades limit where it can safely operate, so flag site conditions when you book.
What if my site isn’t ready on the delivery day?
Let us know before the truck leaves. We can reschedule or stage the material at our Mississauga terminal and deliver when the site can receive it.
Have freight that fits this?
Talk to dispatch for a straight answer on equipment, timing and rates.