What to check before using a forklift?
Forklift Pre-Operation Checklist
- Fluid levels — oil, water, and hydraulic fluid.
- Leaks, cracks or any other visible defect including hydraulic hoses and mast chains.
- Tire condition and pressure including cuts and gouges.
- Condition of the forks, including the top clip retaining pin and heel.
- Load backrest extension.
What standard identifies the requirements for forklifts?
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklift). OSHA eTool. Provides information on OSHA’s Powered Industrial Truck requirements [29 CFR 1910.178] and industry best practices.
What are the OSHA regulations for forklift?
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(I) requires that employers provide forklift operators training for vehicle inspection and maintenance. Operators must be over 18 years of age and be recertified at least once every three years. The similar CSA standard is B335-04 (R2012).
What is the first thing you do before operating a forklift?
The first step toward safe forklift operation is conducting the preoperational inspection. Forklift operators should conduct the inspection at the start of each work shift to ensure that the forklift will work properly. According to OSHA, 1 in 15 forklift-related accidents are caused by improper maintenance.
What are 3 fluid levels that need to be checked before using the forklift?
Check of liquid Levels:
- Hydraulic fluid.
- Brake fluid.
- Engine oil coolant.
- Battery.
- Fuel.
Which side of the forklift is supporting more weight?
Weight distribution refers not only to the weight of the load, but also the weight of the forklift itself. An empty forklift has most of its weight in the rear, but when a load is placed on the lift, the weight distribution moves forward.
Are mirrors required on forklifts?
Mirrors are such a mandatory requirement just like the reverse alarm and seat belts. It should be a standard issue by the manufacturer. If you don’t have mirrors on your forklift, you can opt to have them installed on the truck.
What is the length of trucks on a forklift?
three truck lengths
A safe distance shall be maintained approximately three truck lengths from the truck ahead, and the truck shall be kept under control at all times.
Why do forklifts have 3 pedals?
To begin with, every forklift comes equipped with an accelerator and a brake pedal. That third pedal is called an Inching Brake. Its function is twofold. It initially acts as a brake and secondly disengages the transmission, allowing the engine speed to increase or decrease without affecting the drive of the forklift.
What are the 3 main guards on a forklift?
One final passive safety feature is the overhead guard. In the unlikely event that part of the load falls off of a raised pallet, the overhead guard is designed to protect the operator from small objects. The overhead guard is constructed to a very high standard and is an integral part of the forklift’s design.
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