Inspect a Forklift
There are over 10,000 workplace injuries related to forklifts occur each year, based on OSHA and HRSDC reports. Many of these mishaps are caused by driver error. Lack of proper equipment maintenance and check causes numerous others. Forklift operation and maintenance is not just the cause of personal injuries, but also of damage to property. Forklifts could damage overhead pipes, sprinklers and building structures, and other machinery when utilized wrongly. The following day by day check ups must be carried out in order to lessen the likelihood of forklift accidents.
Turn off the engine before inspecting various fluid levels: fuel, engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and hydraulic oil. The tires must be inspected for indications of wear and tear. Check the air pressure in the tires. Check the forks' condition. The load backrest must be firmly attached. Do a visual check of the top-clip retaining pin and heel. After that carry out an inspection of the mast chains, hydraulic hoses, stops and cables. Make sure that the overhead and finger guards are securely attached.
LP forklifts have propane tanks that need to be checked for indications of rust, corrosion or damage. Test the battery's charge and electrolyte levels. All belts must be checked for wear. Check to make sure the owner's instruction manual is kept on-board the forklift in a storage compartment. Test the seat belt to make sure the latches are secure. Test the hood latch to make sure that it is functioning as it should.
Start the forklift and listen to the noise of the engine to make certain there are no unusual sounds. If there are, investigate promptly. Test the accelerator and the steering controls. The parking break and the service break must be properly functioning.
The tilt control and drive control must be inspected to guarantee proper functioning in both forward and reverse. Test the functioning of the hoist and lowering control, and the attachment control. Check the horn and lights. After that check the heater, defroster and wipers to make certain they are functioning smoothly. Check each and every gauge to ascertain that it is reading within functional limits.