SAFETY CHECKForklift Safety, Operational Training and

Accident Prevention

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Training

1. It’s the responsibility of employer to assure training has been provided for all employees

2. Having an employee watch a video and take a written test IS NOT ENOUGH to meet OSHA requirements

You can find resources for forklift safety at the link below

• www.osha.gov/SLTC/powerindustrialtrucks/standards.html

http://www.palletenterprise.com/3d/feb2015/files/32.html

Instructional Components

Forklift operation and safety training must include the following instruction components.

1. Classroom instruction

2. Practical evaluation

3. Operating instructions

These are the 3 most important components. Please view the article at www.palletenterprise.com/3d/feb2015/files/32.htmlto see the entire list.

Additional Info

• Along with written instructional materials, it is also important to have the manufacturer’s operating manual available for operator review.

• Forklift operation and safety training must be provided at the initial hire, and at least every 3 years

Pre-Shift Inspection Requirements• Only 1 shift = inspection once per day

• Multiple shifts = inspection prior to each shift

http://www.palletenterprise.com/3d/feb2015/files/37.html

Inspection Components

• Simple but importance cannot be understated

• Drawing a line through the checklist is unacceptable

• Make a spreadsheet covering all components required of pre-shift inspection or purchase forklift inspection form.

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• Inspection form information needs to include:

– Forklift model and number

– Dates and times of inspection

– Inspectors name or initials

– Forklift hoursAn example checklist can be viewed on the previous slide. For the full picture, use the link provided. (May not be adequate for every forklift)

• Before operation, each forklift must pass inspection. If found unsafe, forklift must remain out-of-service until properly repaired.

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• Employers need written forklift operation and safety training program to identify policies and procedures.

• Examples of written programs can be found on OSHA website

• “When it comes to safety training, document, document, document.” – Jerry Winstead Safety Consultant

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Forklift Safety Links

• www.palletenterprise.com/3d/Feb2015/files/32.html

• www.osha.gov/SLTC/powerindustrialtrucks/standards.html

• https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/pit/operations/maneuvering.html

• http://www.ncsu.edu/ehs/www99/right/training/meeting/forklift.html