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  • October
June 29, 2022

Month: October 2020

Procedure for Safe Working of Forklifts

Thursday, 22 October 2020 by Jacobs Transport
  • Every driver must complete a Forklift Daily Inspection checklist before utilizing the machine.

 

  • Any faults found during the checks must be recorded on the checklist and reported to management before utilizing the machine.

 

  • Management will confirm if the machine can still be used.
     

 

 

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

  • Watch out for pedestrians.
  • Ensure the lifting tines are secure into the pallet and the load is stable before lifting or driving off.
  • Be careful of ceiling clearance or overhead obstructions when raising the mast.
  • Always remember that the safe working load of a forklift reduces as the mast is tilted forward.
  • Always put the heavy end of the load against the load backrest.
  • When approaching a blind corner or approaching a door/entrance way, use horn and drive slowly.
  • Always have someone guide you if a load restricts your vision.
  • Slow down when changing direction or on wet or greasy surfaces.
  • Avoid harsh braking, especially when carrying a load.

 

ENDING OPERATIONS AND CLEANING UP

  • When stopping the forklift:
  • Park on even ground and lower the forks to the ground.
  • Shift the gear selector to park position and apply the parking brake.
  • Turn off the ignition and remove the keys.

 

DON’T

  • Do not use faulty equipment. Report any faults immediately.
  • Do not allow any passengers to ride on the forks.
  • Do not lift a load with the mast tilted forward.
  • Do not travel with forks raised or reach mechanism extended.
  • Never travel with the load elevated.
  • Do not attempt to turn on an incline or sloping surface.
  • Do not dismount from a forklift while the engine is running unless the vehicle has completely stopped, transmission is in park position, and the parking brake is effectively engaged.
  • Do not leave forks elevated when forklift is unattended.
  • Do not refuel an engine-powered forklift unless the motor is stopped, and ignition turned off.
  • Do not lift a safety cage without it being chained and if the occupants are not using safety harness.

 

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