Forklift Safety Training Class: Instructor: Seth A. Brown
Forklift Safety Training Class: Instructor: Seth A. Brown
Forklift Safety Training Class: Instructor: Seth A. Brown
2008
• Diesel
• Gas
• Electric
BATTERY CHARGING
• Change in a well ventilated area - Motor
pool
• Use eye protection when making
connections
• Have eye wash facilities available
• Have an acid neutralizing agent
available
• Don’t over fill the batteries with water
“DON'T”
• DO NOT
– Consume alcohol while at work
– Pick up a load if someone is standing close
– Allow people to walk underneath the load
– Try to pick up an unsuitable load
– Leave a lift truck unattended with the engine running
– Carry passengers
– Drive over cables or piping
– Operate with the load raised except at creep speed
– Drive forward if visibility is impaired by a load
– Make sharp turns, only turn at creep speed
– Alter, remove or disconnect any mechanical or safety devices
on any forklift. ONLY AUTHORIZE PERSONNEL CAN .
“DO’S”
• DO…..
– Only issue keys to authorized drivers
– On completion of work, park lift truck in designated area
– Be careful with pedestrians / obey site rules / speed limits
– Sound horn at potential danger spots
– Stop before entering building, sound horn then proceed
– Avoid violent breaking
– Travel slowly down slopes with the fork facing uphill
– Always use the hand brake when necessary
– Never travel across an incline
– Before you raise a load check over head for obstructions
– Always check for traffic when dismounting
– Avoid driving over wet, grease and oil spilled areas
– Report all accidents and safety violations to your supervisors
immediately.
The End