Basic Forklift Operation. Forklift Operation OSHA states “Only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a powered industrial.

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1 Basic Forklift Operation

2 Forklift Operation OSHA 1910.178 states “Only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a powered industrial truck.”

3 Types of Forklifts Different types of forklifts are available, mainly for different environments: Diesel powered Electric powered Gasoline powered LP-Gas powered

4 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

5 Truck Body

6 Overhead Guard

7 Hydraulic Lift

8 Gauges

9 Truck Controls

10 Switches

11 Data Plates

12 Tire Types Tire Types

13 Rear Wheel Steering Unlike a car or truck, lift trucks use the rear wheels for steering.

14 Load Capacity

15 Load Centering

16 Load Centering

17 Load Centering

18 Speed KEEP YOUR SPEED DOWN!

19 Quick Turns

20 The 8 Inch Rule

21 If Your View is Blocked If a load blocks your view, travel in reverse.

22 Overhead Clearance

23 Center Your Loads

24 Loose Loads

25 Wide and Long Loads Wide and long loads are more unstable than other loads. and watch your clearance.

26 Driving on Ramps Unloaded

27 Driving on Ramps Loaded

28 Driving Across Ramps

29 Driving on Various Surfaces

30 Loading Docks Will the floor of the trailer support your load?

31 Loading Docks

32 Loading Docks

33 Parking Always park your truck away from traffic and on a level surface.

34 Parking Lower forks flat on the floor. Set directional control in neutral.

35 Parking Turn engine off and remove key. Set parking brake.

36 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

37 Raised Forks Never let anyone, including yourself, walk or stand under the forks when they are raised Keeping Work Area Clear

38 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

39 Safety Devices Seat Belt - Most lift trucks are equipped with a seat belt. Use it! Wear Your Seatbelt

40 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

41 Safety Devices Backup Backup Alarms

42 Safety Devices Warning Light - Some trucks are Warning Light

43 Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Seat Belt Warning Light Backup Alarm Horn

44 Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Steering Brakes Carriage, chains, forks Hydraulic hoses

45 Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Hydraulic lift/tilt controls Tires Hour Meter Leaks

46 Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Fuel level Oil level and pressure Water level Fan Belt

47 Refueling and Recharging * Park in designated refueling or recharging area. Do not block emergency equipment. Make sure area is well ventilated. Have extinguisher nearby. * * *

48 Refueling and Recharging * * * * 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.