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Power Industrial Trucks: Coleraine Minerals Research Laboratory

The document provides information about powered industrial trucks (PITs), also known as forklifts, including definitions, types of PITs, safety regulations, accident statistics, training requirements, and safety procedures. It notes that PITs can be powered by electric or combustion engines, and are used to lift and move materials but exclude vehicles for earth moving or hauling. The document outlines the scope of OSHA safety standards for PITs and summarizes required training programs to ensure safe operation.

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Power Industrial Trucks: Coleraine Minerals Research Laboratory

The document provides information about powered industrial trucks (PITs), also known as forklifts, including definitions, types of PITs, safety regulations, accident statistics, training requirements, and safety procedures. It notes that PITs can be powered by electric or combustion engines, and are used to lift and move materials but exclude vehicles for earth moving or hauling. The document outlines the scope of OSHA safety standards for PITs and summarizes required training programs to ensure safe operation.

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Power Industrial Trucks

Coleraine Minerals
Research Laboratory
Prepared by:
Mahjoub Labyad, MIS
UMD Environmental Health and Safety Office
218-726-7273
August 2009

What are
Powered Industrial Trucks

A mobile, power-propelled truck used to


carry, push, pull, lift, stack or tier materials.

[American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) definition]

Commonly known as Forklifts, Pallet Trucks,


Rider Trucks, Fork Trucks, or Lift Trucks.

Powered through either electric, or


combustion engines.

Excluded are vehicles used for earth moving


and over-the-road hauling.

Examples of PITs

Scope of the Standard


The provisions of 29CFR-1910.178(a), which are based
on ANSI B56.1 1969 cover:
fork trucks, tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized
hand trucks, and other specialized industrial trucks
powered by electric motors or internal combustion
engines.
It does not apply to compressed air or
nonflammable compressed gas-operated industrial
trucks, farm vehicles, nor vehicles intended
primarily for earth moving or over-the-road hauling.
This scope covers general industry
(Coleraine/University), construction, and shipyards.

Accident Stats

Powered industrial truck accidents


cause approximately 100 fatalities
and 36,340 serious injuries in general
industry and construction annually.

It is estimated that 20-25% of the


accidents are, at least in part, caused
by inadequate training.

Video Presentation
Click to play movie:
1. PIT Driver Breaks His Back
2. Stay in the Cab Stay Alive

Performance
Oriented Training
The PIT operator training
requirements are performanceoriented. It permits CMRL to tailor a
training program to the
characteristics of the Coleraine
facility workplace and to the
particular types of power industrial
trucks operated in on our work-site .

Operator Training
Competency

To make sure that each PIT operator is


competent to operate a the truck safely,
as specified in the OSHA standard.

Except for training purposes, all operators


must successfully complete this required
PIT training, or show proof of a previously
completed training in order to operate any
PIT at Coleraine Minerals Research Lab.

Training
Program Implementation
Trainees may operate a PIT only:

Under direct supervision of a person


who has the knowledge, training, and
experience to train operators and
evaluate their competence; and

Where such operation does not


endanger the trainee or other
employees or causes property
damage.

Unique Characteristics of
PIT

Each type of powered industrial truck has


its own unique characteristics and some
inherent hazards.

To be effective, training must address the


unique characteristics of the type of
vehicles used at the worksite, and which
the employee is being trained to operate.
(Gather employees around the each of your PITs and do
an inspection and review PITs particular characteristics)

Coleraine Power Industrial


Trucks and Aerial Lifts

Coleraine currently has


___ PITs and
___ Aerial Lifts in use
___ Boom trucks

Requirement

Training is required for any person


controlling or riding any of these
PITs

Pre-Operation
Assessment

Pre-operation assessment must be


preformed before using/operating
a PIT
(an inspection form must be filled out each time)

Vehicle Assessment

Environment Assessment

Vehicle Assessment

Walk-around Inspection checking


for damage or missing parts

Electrical components, wiring and


electrical cables
Hydraulic hoses and fittings
Nuts bolts and other fasteners
Weld or structural cracks
Decals and the Operating Instruction
Manual are legible and in place

Vehicle Assessment

Function Tests

Make sure all controls are labeled and


operating correctly Including
emergency stops and controls

Make sure operating controls do not


work when emergency stop is engaged

Repair any damage or malfunctions


before operating equipment.

Environment Assessment

Inspect Environment and be aware


of

Possible Obstructions
People in the Area
Dangerous Slopes, Ledges or Holes
Wet, Slippery or Rough Terrain
Electrocution and Fire Hazards

Before Using

Avoid hazardous situations


Always perform a pre operation
inspection
Always perform function tests prior to
use
Inspect the workplace
Only use the machine as it was
intended

Electrical Hazard

PITs are not electrically


insulated, and will not provide
protection from contact with, or
proximity to electrical current.

Electrical Hazards

Always maintain safe distances from


electrical power lines and apparatus in
accordance with applicable regulations

Allow for platform movement, electrical


line sway or sag and beware of strong or
gusty winds.

Keep away from equipment if in contact


with energized power lines

Do not use the machine as a ground for


welding

Tip-over Hazards

Equipment and materials shall


not exceed the maximum
platform capacity.
Ensure load is evenly
distributed

Rough, Slippery,
and/or Unstable Terrain

Use extreme care and slow speeds

Do not travel with the platform


raised or extended

Operator must wear a safety belt


or harness

Collision Hazards

Be aware of limited sight


distance and blind spots
when driving or operating
a PIT.

Check the work area for


overhead obstructions and
other possible hazards.

Explosion and Fire


Hazards

Do not start the engine if you smell or detect


liquid petroleum gas (LPG), gasoline, diesel fuel or
other explosive substances.

Do not refuel the machine with the engine


running.

Refuel the machine and charge the battery only in


an open, well-ventilated area away from sparks,
or flames.

Do not operate the machine in hazardous


locations or locations where potentially flammable
or explosive gases or particles may be present.

Safety Rules

Do not exceed load capacity


Do not elevate load on a non-level
surface
Do not lower Load unless the area below
is clear of personnel and obstructions
Check work area for overhead
obstructions and other possible hazards

Weight Limits

Do not load truck over capacity on


nameplate. Do not handle unstable
loads.
Be very careful when handling long,
high, or wide loads.
If applicable, do not exceed floor
weight limits. If unsure of floor weight
limits check with your supervisor

Review:
Each shift, prior to starting your powered
industrial
truck, check the following:

Brakes
Steering
Oil Level
Water Level

Tires
Hydraulics
Fuel level/battery change
Instrument controls

Review
After starting the vehicle check:

Warning Lights

Load Engaging Means

Hydraulic Control
Operations

Service and parking


brakes

Horn

Gauges

Lift & Tilt Operations

Headlights

In Review1. Know load limits.


2. Conduct daily maintenance
checks.
3. Sound a warning.
4. Be aware of clearance
heights.
5. Know surface conditions.
6. Forks close to floor.
7. Body within running lines of
truck.
8. Forks tilted back when
loaded.
9. Only authorized personnel to
charge or change battery.

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