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Basic Awareness of Forklift Operator.

Forklift Operation

OSHA 1910.178 states “Only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a

Forklift Truck(FLT).”

You must be 18 years or older to operate a forklift

Safe Operation of Forklifts and Other Powered Industrial Trucks

Why Awareness?

FLT Operators must be aware for the below purpose:•FLT Operation & Maintenance.•Loading & Unloading. •Driving.•Product Safety•FLT Rules All above ensure OSHA.

FLT Rule

Only handle stable, safely arranged loadsOnly handle loads within truck’s rated capacityPlace forks under load as far as possible

Only tilt load forward while depositing it

High-lift rider trucks need overhead guards to protect operatorDon’t stand or pass under raised forks

FLT Rules

Use a safety platform to lift people

Forklifts must be approved for hazardous locations

Watch where you are going

Forklift rules

Keep the load close to the ground

Keep to the right

Obey speed limits

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•First of all ensure PPE,i.e Helmet, Shoe & Seat Belt.•Check the vehicle 2 mins.•Operating instructions, warnings, precautions •Start the engine as per SOP.

Awareness During Operation

Forklifts and Seatbelts

Seatbelts are required on all forklifts manufactured since 1992 and can be retrofitted on all older models.

You are required to uses it when it is supplied with the forklift. It will save your life.

A common cause of forklift fatalities is from the operator not having or using a seatbelt.

Click it - before you drive!!

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Truck Body                                                      

Overhead Guard                                     

Hydraulic Lift                                                 

Gauges                                                            

Truck Controls                                                                        

Switches

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Parts of a Forklifts

Forklift Nameplate

The nameplate will list the type of forklift and the capacity

This forklift is a diesel/petrol powered forklift, weighing 8680 lbs. with a lifting capacity of up to 4500 lbs.

Type

Loadcapacity

Weight

OSHA

Tire Types

 

Awareness During Loading & Unloading.

An extremely dangerous practice

A risky way to change a light bulb!!

Source: JICOSH

Order Picker Fall Protection

In warehouses “order picker” forklifts, the vehicle must have either:

• Standard guardrails on all open sides or

• A safety harness and lanyard

OSH

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Loading/unloading High Storage Racks

When removing a load from a high rack:• Slowly back out with the load• Stop when it clears the rack• Lower the load to the floor• Don’t lower the load while moving!

Forklift Load Capacity

While carrying a load near the maximum allowable capacity, be aware of the following:

Danger of tip over Danger of losing load Danger of being struck by falling load

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Load Capacity                                                 

Load Centering                                                                    

Load Centering                                                                   

Load Centering

 

                                       

Awareness During Driving

 

                                       

Speed

 

KEEP YOUR SPEED DOWN!

No Speeding!!

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Quick Turns

 

                                                                         

The 8 Inch Rule

 

                                        

If Your View is Blocked

  If a load blocks your

view, travel in reverse.

                                                                  

Forklifts have reduced visibility

Both the forklift mast and a large load on the forks reduce forward visibility.

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Older mast design Newer mast designIn warehouses or other indoor workplaces, aisles of material, walls, doors and other

building configurations can create blind corners.

Overhead Clearance

 

                                                                                      

Center Your Loads

 

                                

Loose Loads

 

                                                

Wide and Long Loads                                                                                        

Wide and long loads are more unstable than other loads.

and watch your clearance.

Driving on Ramps                                                                               Unloaded

Driving on Ramps

                                                                     

Loaded

Driving Across Ramps

 

                                                                        

Driving on Various Surfaces                                                                             

Loading Docks

 

Will the floor of the trailer support your load?

                                 

Loading Docks

 

                                                                                                      

Loading Docks

 

Parking

                                                                  

Always park your truck away from traffic and on a level surface.

Parking

                                                                        

Lower forks flat on the floor.

Set directional control in neutral.

Parking

 

                                                        

Turn engine off and

remove key.

Set parking brake.

Intersections

 

As you drive, watch out for people walking, and at intersections, slow down, look for traffic, and sound your horn frequently.

Remember, ALWAYS come to a complete stop before changing direction.

Intersections

Raised Forks

 

                                

Never let anyone, including yourself, walk or stand under the forks when they are raised

Keeping Work Area Clear

No Riders

 

                             

Keep in mind that you are a lift truck operator, not a taxi service.

You should never allow anyone to ride on your lift truck.

No Riders

Safety Devices

 

Seat Belt - Most lift trucks are equipped with a seat belt.

Use it!

                                                                       

Wear Your Seatbelt

Safety Devices

 

Horn - Sound your horn:

* Before backing up  * At intersections  * When traveling through doors  * Anywhere your vision is limited or blocked

                          

Using Your Horn Often

Safety Devices

 

Backup

Backup Alarms

Safety Devices

 

Warning Light - Some trucks are

                                                                                

Warning Light

Forklift inspection and maintenance

A vehicle that is damaged, defective or otherwise unsafe must be removed from service. Report the problem to your supervisor immediately.

All forklifts be examined at least daily before being used. Forklifts used on a round-the-clock basis must be examined after each shift. Check the following:

Fluid levels -- oil, water, and hydraulic fluid. Leaks, cracks or other visible defect in hydraulic hoses and

mast chains. Tire pressure and tire cuts or gouges. Condition of the forks, including the top clip retaining pin. Safety decals and nameplates in place and legible. All safety devices working properly including the seat belt.

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Daily Inspection

The safety equipment you must inspect daily is:

•Seat Belt•Warning Light•Backup Alarm•Horn

                                                                            

Daily Inspection

The safety equipment you must inspect daily is:

•Steering•Brakes•Carriage, chains, forks•Hydraulic hoses

                                                                            

Daily Inspection

The safety equipment you must inspect daily is:

•Hydraulic lift/tilt controls•Tires•Hour Meter•Leaks

                                                                            

Daily Inspection

The safety equipment you must inspect daily is:

•Fuel level•Oil level and pressure•Water level•Fan Belt

                                                                            

Refueling and Recharging

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•Park in designated refueling or recharging area.•Do not block emergency equipment.•Make sure area is well ventilated.•Have extinguisher nearby.*

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Refueling and Recharging

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•Turn off engine and lights.•Do not smoke.•Do not spill fuel.•Use only approved cans.•For LP, shut off valves.•When charging, remember gases.

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