What must be done to forklifts if parked on an incline?
When parking a forklift, slowly bring the vehicle to a stop, set the parking brake, turn off the ignition and remove the keys. If you are parking on an incline, turn the front wheels away from the downgrade so the forklift will not slide.
Is it permissible to park your forklift on a ramp or slope?
They should use low gear and slow speed. NOTE: Do not travel on inclines, slopes, ramps or other conditions that exceed the manufacture’s recommendation.
What are the proper steps for parking a forklift?
Lower the forks to the floor when parking the forklift. Make sure that the forks touch the ground when you are leaving. Apply the parking brake when it is the idle position. All operational controls of the truck must be in the neutral position before the driver alight the forklift compartment.
How should a loaded lift truck be driven on a ramp?
Loaded forklifts must be driven with the load pointed up the ramp (good standard practice is to ALWAYS drive with the load pointed up the ramp or slope). Raise levels should be limited to the minimum height necessary for ground clearance.
What is the authorized speed limit for lift trucks?
Typically, forklifts can travel up to 18 mph.
What are 2 main causes of injuries when using forklifts?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) says many workers are also injured when:
- Forklifts are inadvertently driven off loading docks.
- Forklifts fall between docks and unsecured trailers.
- Workers are struck by forklifts.
- Workers fall from elevated pallets and/or the platform of a forklift.
At what distance is a forklift considered to be unattended from an operator?
25 feet
Why a lift truck can tip over sideways?
Forklifts are relatively stable pieces of equipment when the center of gravity is directly above the vehicle’s wheelbase. Lateral, or sideways tip overs occur when the center of gravity shifts too far to the left or right of the wheelbase, which can happen during sharp or sudden turns.