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Basic Forklift Operation
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Forklift Operation
OSHA 1910.178 states “Only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a
powered industrial truck.”
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Types of Forklifts
Different types of forklifts are available, mainly for different environments:•Diesel powered•Electric powered•Gasoline powered•LP-Gas powered
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•Forklifts weigh thousands of pounds.•Are extremely powerful.•Use rear wheel steering.•Can turn in a very tight circle.•Are not very wide for use in aisles.
Interesting Facts
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Truck Body
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Overhead Guard
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Hydraulic Lift
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Gauges
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Truck Controls
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Switches
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Data Plates
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Tire Types
Tire Types
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Rear Wheel Steering
Unlike a car or truck, lift trucks use the rear wheels for steering.
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Load Capacity
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Load Centering
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Load Centering
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Load Centering
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Speed
KEEP YOUR SPEED DOWN!
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Quick Turns
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The 8 Inch Rule
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If Your View is Blocked
If a load blocks your
view, travel in reverse.
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Overhead Clearance
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Center Your Loads
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Loose Loads
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Wide and Long Loads
Wide and long loads are more unstable than other loads.
and watch your clearance.
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Driving on Ramps Unloaded
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Driving on Ramps
Loaded
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Driving Across Ramps
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Driving on Various Surfaces
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Loading Docks
Will the floor of the trailer support your load?
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Loading Docks
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Loading Docks
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Parking
Always park your truck away from traffic and on a level surface.
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Parking
Lower forks flat on the floor.
Set directional control in neutral.
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Parking
Turn engine off and
remove key.
Set parking brake.
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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
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Raised Forks
Never let anyone, including yourself, walk or stand under the forks when they are raised
Keeping Work Area Clear
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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
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Safety Devices
Seat Belt - Most lift trucks are equipped with a seat belt.
Use it!
Wear Your Seatbelt
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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
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Safety Devices
Backup
Backup Alarms
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Safety Devices
Warning Light - Some trucks are
Warning Light
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Daily InspectionThe safety equipment you must inspect daily is:
•Seat Belt•Warning Light•Backup Alarm•Horn
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Daily InspectionThe safety equipment you must inspect daily is:
•Steering•Brakes•Carriage, chains, forks•Hydraulic hoses
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Daily InspectionThe safety equipment you must inspect daily is:
•Hydraulic lift/tilt controls•Tires•Hour Meter•Leaks
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Daily InspectionThe safety equipment you must inspect daily is:
•Fuel level•Oil level and pressure•Water level•Fan Belt
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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.