Presented by: Oscar Torres, Du-All Safety Date: 5/8/2018
Objectives In this course, we will discuss the following: Operator training and evaluation refresher requirements Minimum Cal OSHA general requirements for powered industrial trucks (PITS) Safe operation of equipment Hazard identification Abatement methods and procedures
Components of a Forklift Truck* *One of the most common types of powered industrial trucks 3
Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Seat Belt Warning Light Backup Alarm Horn
Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Steering Brakes Carriage, chains, forks Hydraulic hoses
Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Hydraulic lift/tilt controls Tires Hour Meter Leaks
Daily Inspection The safety equipment you must inspect daily is: Fuel level Oil level and pressure Water level Fan Belt
Classes of Commonly-Used Powered Industrial Trucks* The Industrial Truck Association has placed powered industrial trucks into 7 classes. Class I - Electric motor rider trucks Class II - Electric motor narrow aisle trucks Class III - Electric motor hand trucks or hand/rider trucks Class IV - Internal combustion engine trucks (solid/cushion tires) Class V - Internal combustion engine trucks (pneumatic tires) Class VI - Electric and internal combustion engine tractors Class VII - Rough terrain forklift trucks * Note that this classification refers to commonly-used vehicles and does not include all powered industrial trucks covered by the OSHA standard. 8
Class I - Electric Motor Rider Trucks 9
Class II - Electric Motor Narrow Aisle Trucks 10
Class III - Electric Motor Hand or Hand/Rider Trucks 11
Class IV - Internal Combustion Engine Trucks - Cushion (Solid) Tires Fork, counterbalanced (cushion/solid tires) 12
Class V - Internal Combustion Engine Trucks - Pneumatic Tires Fork, counterbalanced (pneumatic tires) 13
Class VI - Electric & Internal Combustion Engine Tractors Sit-down rider 14
Class VII - Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks Straight-mast forklift Extended-reach forklift All rough terrain forklift trucks 15
Operator Training Employer shall ensure each powered industrial truck operator is competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely Employer must certify that each operator has been trained and evaluated As demonstrated by successful completion of training and practical evaluation.
Operator Training Truck-related topics Capacity/Limits Attachments Inspections Maintenance Workplace-related topics Surface conditions Load stability Narrow aisle Pedestrian traffic
Common Causes of Forklift Accidents Federal OSHA research has identified the most common causes of forklift accidents. Vehicle Tip-Over Person Struck by Truck Person Struck by Falling Load Elevated Employee on the Truck Running off a Loading Dock or Other Surfaces Improper Maintenance Lost Control of Truck Material Struck by Truck Review FACE Reports
Posting Requirement
Stability Forward wheels are the fulcrum Fulcrum Fulcrum
Stability Potential Hazards: Before handling loads, be aware of the following: Off-center loads which may cause tip over or falling loads. Overloading which may cause tip over or falling loads. Damaged or loose loads. Recommended Practices: Secure the load so it is safely arranged and stable. Do not carry damaged merchandise unless it has been secured by wrapping or banding. (Figure 2) Center the load as nearly as possible. Use caution when handling offcenter loads that cannot be centered. Distribute the heaviest part of the load nearest the front wheels of the forklift. Do not overload. Know the stated capacity of your forklift and do not exceed it. Only by keeping within the weight limit can you operate the forklift safely. A forklift's capacity is rated for a specified load center. If the load is offcenter, improperly distributed, or oversized, it may exceed capacity and unbalance the forklift. (Figure 3) Use the load extension backrest.
Stability Triangle Counterbalanced powered industrial trucks Vehicle is supported at three points
Stability Triangle Counterbalanced powered industrial trucks Vehicle is supported at three points
Traveling with the Load Forklift operators should be aware of procedures to follow when traveling on ramps and other inclines with a load. Potential Hazards: Danger of tipover. Danger of losing load. Requirements and Recommended Practices: When traveling with a load, the load should point up the incline, regardless of direction of travel. Going up the incline: Drive forward. Forks pointed upgrade. Use a spotter if load blocks the driver's view. Going down the incline: Drive in reverse. Turn head and face downgrade. Forks pointed up the grade. NOTE: When walking with a pallet truck with or without a load, the forks should be pointed downgrade, regardless of direction of travel.
Traveling with the Load Forklift operators should follow certain procedures when traveling on ramps and grades without a load. Potential Hazards: Danger of tipover. Requirements and Recommended Practices: When traveling without a load, the forks should point downgrade, regardless of direction of travel. Going up the incline: Drive in reverse. Turn head and face upgrade. Forks pointed downgrade. Going down the incline: Drive forward. Forks pointed downgrade.
Forklift Safety What Causes Accidents? Lack of Knowledge / Experience Lack of Pre-Planning Poor Execution / Competency Inadequate Supervision Poor Communication
Forklift Safety What are the basics? You must inspect the Forklift You have to Recognize hazards You have to have a plan to work safely!! You must put your plan in action! OK.. Lets look at some important items
Key Items : Floor conditions Overhead obstructions Access to aisles Shape of the load Balance of the load Stability of the load OK. now can YOU name a few??? Travel slowly! Turn slowly! Forklift Safety Safe Operation THE BASICS Keep the load low until you are stopped completely!
Scaffold Safety DO s and DON TS : Don t drive fast Don t lift the load while you are turning EVER!! Don t Go DOWN in an incline in REVERSE- EVER!! DO give pedestrians the RIGHT of WAY! DO Know the weight of your load! DO Know the Center of Gravity DO Secure your load DO Drive backwards when you can t see around the load.
Forklift Safety OK- Lets go move some materials Go to Work and.. DO it Safely!