Forklifttraining

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Safety Training Presentations

Forklift Operator Training 29 CFR 1910.178
11006115 Copyright ©1999 Business & Legal Reports, Inc.
I. Background for the Trainer:

• Your company should have a written Powered Industrial Truck Program. If so,
each operator should be issued a copy of the program. Passing it out in the
beginning of the class would be a good idea so that you can refer to its contents
during the training session.
II. Speaker’s Notes:
• A lift truck is an important piece of equipment that is used to transfer material,
products, machinery, etc., through the facility. When used properly, forklifts are a
great asset; however, when operated incorrectly, they can cause tremendous
damage to the facility and its employees.
• This class has been designed to help you become a better forklift operator. If you
are an experienced driver, maybe this class will point out a habit that needs to be
eliminated to become a safer driver. If you are a brand-new operator, this class
will show what type of habits need to be developed to become a safe operator.
• Remember, participating in this class will not make you a good forklift driver. It is
up to you to become a safe and responsible forklift operator.
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Is Forklift Training Necessary?
About 100
deaths each year
About 95,000
accidents each year
Bankruptcy
New OSHA
training standard
I. Speaker’s Notes:
• The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has found that
approximately 100 workplace fatalities occur each year in forklift-related
accidents.
• OSHA has also found that approximately 95,000 forklift-related injury accidents
occur each year.
• The litigation surrounding a forklift-related accident or fatality could cause a
company to go bankrupt.
• OSHA believes that improved training will greatly reduce the number of forklift-
related injuries and fatalities, so they issued a new training standard. Some of the
requirements include classroom and hands-on training along with written and
driving evaluations. This training session complies with the classroom training
requirements of the new OSHA standard for sit-down counterbalance lift trucks.
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Forklift Operating Goals
Hazards and forklift stability

Inspecting and operating a forklift
Quiz
• The goal of this training session is to make sure you have a complete
understanding of:
–Hazards and forklift stability
–Inspecting and operating a forklift
• At the end of this training session, we’ll take a short quiz to test your
understanding of the material presented.
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Authorized Operator
Only trained and authorized personnel are

permitted to operate a forklift
Keep unauthorized employees off of forklifts
Keep pedestrians away from the operating
zone of a forklift
Lock out unsafe lifts as determined in a
preoperation inspection

• OSHA clearly states that only trained and authorized personnel are permitted to
operate a forklift.
• Authorized operators have the authority and the responsibility to prevent
unauthorized operators from even getting on a forklift. The untrained individual
can easily hurt or kill someone or damage the facility.
• Keep pedestrians safely away from the forklift when moving, lifting, etc.
• If the forklift is found to be unsafe during a preoperation inspection, the
authorized driver has the responsibility to lock it out until it is repaired.
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Operating Hazards
Workplace hazards: ramps, railroad tracks,

slippery floors, poor lighting, congestion
Loads: large or bulky, uneven weight, broken
pallets, poorly stacked
Pedestrians: horseplay, unaware of forklift
areas, not paying attention

• Feel free to change this slide to mention hazards that are specific to your
company.
• Encourage the students to think of other hazards associated with operating the
forklift.
• It is important that you are aware of all the potential hazards of the area in which
you will be operating the lift truck.
• Other hazards include operating on dirt or gravel, working around loading docks,
pits in the floor, loads that block the forward vision, pedestrians with poor
attitudes, etc.
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Nameplate
OSHA requires a legible nameplate

Includes modifications & attachments
Capacity
Load center

• Inspect your forklifts to be sure that they all carry accurate legible nameplates.
• If the forklift has been modified or an attachment has been added, a new
nameplate must be obtained from the manufacturer to reflect the changes to the
capacity of the forklift.
• If possible, photocopy a nameplate from a forklift to show the employees how to
find information on the nameplate.
• OSHA requires a nameplate that is specific to the lift truck and any attachments
that are used. Report any forklift that does not have the proper nameplate.
• The nameplate contains a lot of information, such as weight of the forklift, tire
size and pressure, fuel type, etc. However, the most important information to you
is the capacity and load center.
• Capacity: The specific maximum weight of a load that can safely be lifted to the
forklift’s maximum lifting height, assuming the center of gravity of the load is
within the rated load center.
• Load center: The distance between the vertical face of the forks and the center of
gravity of the load.
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Center of Gravity
Balance point
48”
A
Distance from the edge of the

item to the item’s center of gravity
20” 40”

• The center of gravity is an important concept for all forklift operators to
understand. Use blocks or Legos® to help demonstrate the location of a load’s
center of gravity.
• Before we talk about about capacity and load center, we need to discuss how to
determine a load’s center of gravity.
• The center of gravity is the exact point on which the entire load will balance. For
loads of consistent material, this point will always be near the center of the load.
• If a load contains materials with different weights or densities, the load center will
be on the side containing the heavy material. For example: If a pallet contains
bricks on one side and pillows on the other, the center of gravity will obviously be
closer to the side of the pallet containing the bricks.
• The distance from the edge of the load to the center of gravity is very important.
If possible, the load must always be picked up on the side that is closest to the
center of gravity. This will keep the load’s weight closer to the forklift.
• The center of gravity of item A above is 24 inches from the edge.
• Would it be better to pick up item B from the left or right side? The left side, of
course, because the center of gravity is closer to the left side.
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Load Center
Distance from vertical face of the forks

to the load’s center of gravity A
48””
– A: Load center = 24"

– B: Load center = 40" 80”
B
1 inch = 100 lbs

Important reason for keeping the load
resting against the vertical face of forks

• The concept of load center is a crucial part of understanding the capacity of a forklift.
Make sure you, the trainer, understand this concept before trying to explain it in a class.
• Most forklifts are rated for a 24-inch load center. The examples used below are based
on this assumption. If your forklifts are rated differently, just change the numbers used
in the examples.
• Once you have explained how the load center affects capacity, use some examples from
your facility to drive the point home. For example: If you move around crates that are
60 inches by 80 inches, discuss the load center distances (30" or 40") and how that
reduces your lift truck’s capacity.
• The load center is the distance from the carriage, or vertical face of the forks, to the
center of gravity of the load. For example, a pallet full of consistent material (e.g.,
bricks) usually measures about 4 feet by 4 feet. Therefore, the load center will be about
24 inches.
• If your forklift is rated for 5,000 pounds at 24 inches, it can safely lift a 5,000-pounds
load as long as the center of gravity is 24 inches or less from the front face of the forks.
• If the load center is greater than 24 inches, it will reduce the lift truck’s capacity. Each
forklift is different; however, it is safe to assume that for every additional inch beyond
24 inches, the capacity will be reduced by 100 pounds
• Try to lift a load that is 80 inches long. The load center is 40 inches, or 16 inches
greater than the rated load center of 24 inches. If 100 pounds capacity is lost per inch
of extra load center, then the capacity of the lift truck is reduced by 1,600 pounds
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Stability Triangle
3-point suspension
Forklift’s center of gravity
Combined center of gravity
Load center beyond 24"

• The stability triangle is an effective way to show an operator how their actions can
cause a lift truck to tip over so that they know what actions to avoid.
• This information on stability is primarily for sit-down counterbalance lift trucks.
Other lift trucks, such as stand-up narrow aisle, will probably have different
stability concerns.
• A sit-down counterbalance lift truck has a three-point suspension with the weight
supported at each front tire and the center of the rear axle. This creates a triangle.
As long as the combined center of gravity of the load and the forklift remain
within this stability triangle, the forklift will not tip over.
• The center of gravity of an unloaded forklift will be just below the operator’s seat.
• With a load, the combined center of gravity (black circle) is close to the font edge
of the stability triangle.
• A near-capacity load with a longer load center (e.g., 30 inches) will create a
combined center of gravity that has moved beyond the front edge of the triangle.
The forklift will tip forward.
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Combined Actions
Center of gravity moves

side to side
Center of gravity
moves forward
Center of gravity moves

backward to the thin portion
of the triangle

• This slide is used to show operators how their actions could cause a forklift to tip
over. Usually, a tip over does not result from one action but a combination of two
or more actions.
• What causes the center of gravity of a lift truck to move from side to side?
–Forklift cornering, unbalanced load, tire going into a pothole, sloped surface
• What causes the center of gravity of a lift truck to move forward?
–Capacity load, mast tilted forward, stopping abruptly when going forward,
quickly accelerating in reverse, driving down a ramp
• What causes the center of gravity of a lift truck to move backward to the thin
portion of the stability triangle?
–Mast tilted back, stopping abruptly when going in reverse, quickly
accelerating forward, driving up a ramp
• Which of the above actions, when combined, could cause a forklift to tip over? A
forklift cornering while driving up a ramp would cause the center of gravity to be
back and to the side, thus resulting in a tipover. A forklift moving forward with a
raised capacity load could tip forward if forced to stop abruptly. A forklift
cornering with an unbalanced load and then hitting a pothole could easily tip over.
These are just a few examples of how a forklift can be tipped over.
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Attachments
Specific
operator training
Weight of
attachments
Increased
load center

• If your company regularly uses attachments, talk about specifics related to that
attachment.
• Also, your operators must be trained on the operating procedures and hazards
associated with using your specific attachments.
• Your driving evaluation must include use of the attachment.
• Also, do your nameplates reflect the fact that your company uses attachments?
• All attachments, such as carton clamps, drum clamps, paper roll clamps, rotators,
and push-pull attachments, affect your lift truck’s capacity in two ways:
-Adding an attachment is like permanently carrying a load. If the attachment
weighs 1,000 pounds, your lift truck’s capacity is automatically reduced by 1,000
pounds
-Attachments typically move the load further away from the lift truck, which
increases your load center. If the attachment moves the load 8 inches away, it will
reduce the capacity by approximately 800 pounds (100 pounds per inch) because
loads that normally have a load center of 24" now have a 32" load center.
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Tipping Over
Do not jump
Hold onto the steering wheel
Brace your feet
Lean away from the fall

• If the forklift operators drive safely and consider the combined actions that might
cause them to tip over, they should never tip over in the first place. But, if there is
a tipover, it is important that they know what to do.
• Do not jump. You should be wearing the seat belt so that it would be hard to
jump if you had the seat belt secured. Many operators who thought they could
jump clear of a tipover have been crushed by the overhead guard or the mast of
the forklift.
• Seat belts must always be worn. Many fatalities have occurred when an
unseatbelted operator was thrown clear of the forklift and struck his or her head on
a solid object.
• Brace yourself by holding firmly to the steering wheel and planting your feet.
• Lean away from the fall.
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Hazards and forklift

stability
Inspecting and
operating a forklift
Quiz
• Does everyone understand the hazards specific to our workplace and the concept
of forklift stability?
• Are there any questions? Let’s move on to inspecting and operating a forklift.
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Preoperation Inspection
As an authorized operator,
it is your responsibility to
make sure your forklift
functions properly
OSHA requires
preoperation inspections
Company wants to comply
with OSHA and be sure
equipment is maintained

• Pass out the preoperation inspection form.
• Note that the inspection described is for sit-down counterbalance lift trucks.
However, it can easily be adjusted for other types of lift trucks.
• How often do preoperation inspections have to be done at your company? This
information should be detailed in your Powered Industrial Truck Program. OSHA
requires inspections at the beginning of each shift if the forklift is used
continuously. If the lift is used only sporadically each shift, then the inspection
needs to be done only once per day.
• According to OSHA studies, 6 percent of lift truck-related accidents are caused by
improper maintenance. A thorough preoperation inspection will catch almost any
maintenance issue before it results in an accident.
• Preoperation inspections must be done for the three reasons listed on the slide:
–If an accident occurs because of a mechanical failure, it will be the
operator’s responsibility if a preoperation inspection was not done.
–OSHA requires preoperation inspections.
–We want to demonstrate compliance with OSHA by having documented
preoperation inspections conducted.
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Walk Around
Forklift properly disengaged
– Forks down, key off, neutral gear, parking brake on
Left/right side
– Tire condition, tight lug nuts, no debris around axle,
overhead guard is solid, no debris behind the mast
Front
– Forks in good shape, fork pins in place, backrest
solid, mast & chains greased, hoses in good shape
Rear
– Counterbalance bolt is tight, radiator clear of debris

• You can talk about this in class; however, this portion of the training will make the most impact if
you actually take the employees to a forklift and show them how to do the preoperation inspection.
You can either do this at the end of the class, or after this inspection section to give the employees
a break from the classroom training.
• To begin a preoperation inspection, you will need to do a “walk around.” First—be sure the
forklift has been properly disengaged. The key should be off, the parking brake on, the forks
down, and the gears in neutral.
• Next walk to either side of the forklift. Check the tires, be sure there is no debris around the axle
or behind the mast, and make sure the overhead guard is solid
• Next, look at the front of the truck—check that the forks and hoses are in good condition, fork
pins are in place, the backrest is solid, and the mast and chains are greased.
• Last, walk to the rear. Check that the counterbalance bolt is tight and the radiator is clear of debris.
• The hood on propane trucks needs to be lifted so that the engine can be inspected:
–Engine oil, transmission oil, coolant level, brake fluid, hydraulic fluid, fan belt tight and
fan clear of debris, radiator clear of debris.
–Inspect the propane tank and hose attachment for good condition. Does the propane tank
clamp work effectively? Any signs of a propane leak?
• Electric lift trucks:
–Inspect the battery to ensure that it is in good condition.
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In the Seat
Nonmoving checks
– Gauges, lights, horn, back-up alarm, blinking
warning light, operate the tilt & lift mechanism,
check the parking brake
Moving checks
– Put on the seat belt, check the running brakes,
check the steering
Look for oil or water leaks on the floor

• After this slide would be a good time to take the employees out of the class to
demonstrate the forklift preoperation inspection. Have a couple of the employees
also do the inspection so that everyone gets an opportunity to see it done more
than once.
• When checking the tilt, listen for unusual sounds.
• When checking the lift mechanism, inspect the hoses and chains and listen for
unusual sounds.
• Check the parking brake by putting the forklift in gear (both forward and reverse)
and stepping on the accelerator. The forklift should not move.
• Check the running brakes by moving forward and backward at a high speed and
slamming on the brakes. The lift trucks should quickly stop.
• Inspect the steering by doing full turns to the right and left; listen for unusual sounds.
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Operating a Lift Truck
Only trained, authorized operators

Immediately report forklift-related accidents
Seat belts must always be worn
No person should stand under elevated
portion of lift truck
Forklift controls operated only from
driver’s seat
Never block exits or emergency equipment
Smoking is not permitted

• The information on this slide is generic and may not apply to your facility. Feel
free to change the bullet points so that they coincide with the general operating
rules of your company.
• These and additional rules should be spelled out in your Powered Industrial Truck
Program.
• What is your company’s policy concerning using a forklift as a man lift? In some
states, this is illegal. Discuss this issue with the employees if permitted by your
state and your company.
• Note that discussing “rules of the road” can put employees to sleep if you just
read them it point for point. Create interaction by asking questions such as
What’s so important about wearing seat belts? They just slow me down when I
climb in and out of the forklift. What’s wrong with standing under the elevated
portion of a lift truck?
• For the next few slides, we will discuss the rules of the road. These are also
outlined in your copy of the Powered Industrial Truck Program.
• Standing under elevated forks may be deadly if the hydraulic system fails.
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Loading/Unloading
Before raising a load, understand:

– Approximate weight of the load
– Location of the load’s center of gravity
Inspect load for stability, projections,
damaged pallets before lifting
Restack unstable loads
Never place weight on the back of
a lift truck to increase its capacity
Towing always done from rear towing pin
• Placing a weight on the back of a forklift can be extremely dangerous. Some
companies might use sandbags, blocks of steel, or even people to keep the rear of
the forklift on the ground if lifting the load causes the rear of the forklift to lift off
the ground.
–Obviously, the forklift is trying to lift a load over its capacity if this
happens.
–Also, adding weight to the back of the lift truck does not increase the
capacity of the mast, hydraulic system, chains, tilt cylinders, etc.
• Never drill a hole in the forks to use as a way of towing something or as a place to
put a chain hook when hoisting. This ruins the integrity of the forks. Forklifts are
equipped with a tow bar in the back for towing. Safe attachments can be
purchased for use when hoisting.
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Traveling
Always look in the direction of travel

Keep body inside the cage
When moving, the mast must not be raised
Sound the horn
Operate at safe speeds
When turning, watch rear end swing
Clearance under overhead installations
• Remember to always look behind you before backing up.
• The cage is there to protect your body.
• Many operators have a bad habit of moving while raising or lowering a load. This
can cause an unstable situation and a possible tipover.
• Sound the horn at corners, crossing aisles, near doorways, etc.
• A safe speed is a speed at which you can quickly and easily stop if a pedestrian
steps out in front of you.
• Remember, the forklift steers from the rear, so be careful when turning because
the rear end swings wide.
• Watch for overhead installations when lifting your load.
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Traveling (cont.)
Avoid loose objects or holes

If load blocks view, travel in reverse
Never carry passengers
Pedestrians always have the right-of-way
Safe distance from edge of ramps or docks
Never eat or drink
No stunt driving or horseplay
• Loose objects or holes can cause the forklift to tip over.
• Obviously, if the load blocks your forward vision, you must drive in reverse.
• Passengers are never to be carried because they don’t have a seat, there is
no seat belt, and their body will be outside the protective cage.
• Always be aware of pedestrians.
• Operating too close to an edge is a disaster waiting to happen.
• Eating and drinking distracts from the job of operating safely.
• Horseplay does not need explanation.
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Ramps and Railroads
Never turn on a ramp

On ramps the load should be upgrade
Ascend or descend ramps slowly
Railroad tracks are crossed diagonally
Never park within 8 feet of the center of
railroad tracks
• Turning on a ramp is a good way to tip over.
• Keeping the load upgrade will keep the combined center of gravity in the center of
the stability triangle.
• When not loaded, driving with the forks downgrade will keep the center of gravity
toward the front, or wide, part of the stability triangle.
• Crossing railroad tracks diagonally will help keep the lift truck stable.
• If you park within 8 feet of the center of railroad tracks, you may be hit by a train
when it passes.
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Docks
Inspect the dock plate

Check the trailer floor condition
Trailer wheels are chocked
Nose of the trailer is supported
by the tractor or a fixed jack

• Does your company have proper dock plates, wheel chocks, and trailer supports?
• These four habits are crucial to safety when loading/unloading trailers with a lift truck:
–Check the dock plate for cracks or signs of wear, and be sure it is properly
secured.
–The trailer floor may have holes that the tire of a forklift could fall into, causing
a tipover.
–Chock the trailer wheels to prevent trailer creep.
–Support the nose of the trailer.
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Parking
Lower the forks

Set gear to neutral
Set the parking brake
Turn off the key

• Does your company have a policy for removing the key when parking, or does the
key always stay with the lift truck?
• Does your company have designated areas for parking forklifts?
• Make sure you do not park in a way that will block exits or access to emergency
equipment.
• To park follow the steps in the slide.
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Propane Refueling
Propane is a combustible, compressed gas

Propane leaks are detected by:
– Distinct odor
– Hissing sound
– Frost on fittings
PPE: gloves, safety glasses

• What is your company’s policy regarding propane refueling? Are all operators
permitted to fill propane cylinders, or is doing it limited to specially trained
personnel?
• It is important to physically demonstrate how to refuel or replace propane tanks.
• Refer to the forklift’s manual for specific refueling procedures.
• Do not smoke around propane. It is a highly combustible gas that can cause a fire
or even explode if not handled correctly.
• Report propane leaks immediately. Leaks can be detected by the distinct odor, a
hissing sound, and frost on the fittings.
• Minimum PPE requirements for propane refueling are gloves and safety glasses.
Additional PPE might be goggles or a face shield.
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Battery Charging
Inspect battery connectors for damage

No smoking in battery-charging area
Immediately clean up electrolyte spills
PPE includes face mask, acid-resistant
gloves, and an apron

• Refer to the forklift’s manual for specific refueling procedures.
• Can all the operators change out or inspect batteries, or is this job limited to
specially trained individuals?
• Hydrogen gas is released during the recharging process, so smoking in the area is
not a good idea.
• Clean up electrolyte spills with baking soda (acid neutralizer) and water.
• Never remove battery caps except to add water or take hydrometer readings.
• Always wear PPE when working with batteries because you never know when the
electrolyte might bubble or gas up.
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Hazards and Forklift Stability

Inspecting and Operating a Forklift
Quiz
• Does everyone understand the inspection and operating procedures?
• Are there any questions?
• Let’s move on to the quiz.
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Summary
Facility hazards
Load center and capacity
Preoperation inspection
Rules of the road
Refueling

• Review the hazards specific to your facility.
• Discuss how the load center impacts capacity.
• Reemphasize the importance of preoperation inspections.
• Ask if there are any questions on the rules of the road.
• Review hazards of refueling.
• Are there any questions on any of the information we went over today before we
take the quiz?
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Quiz
1. If your forklift has a rearview mirror,

looking behind you is not necessary. True or False
2. Name two of the three ways to detect
a propane leak: _______________, _______________
3. Describe the four items that must be completed
prior to driving your forklift into a trailer.
4. If a load blocks your vision, it is OK to raise
the load while moving to see under it. True or False
5. Preoperation inspections are done only
because OSHA says we have to do them. True or False

• Remind employees that the quiz is to encourage further discussion and to help
you, the trainer, ensure that everyone understands the material.
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Quiz (cont.)
6. Attachments reduce capacity by increasing

the load center and adding weight. True or False
7. Minimum PPE items required when refueling
a propane tank are ___________, ____________.
8. The most important differences between a
forklift and a car are weight and steering.True or False
9. Name at least one condition that when
combined with turning sharply may cause a tipover.
10. Pedestrians have the right-of-way only
while in designated pedestrian lanes. True or False
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Quiz Answers
1. False. You must always look behind you before
backing up.
2. Hissing sound, distinct odor, or frost on fittings.
3. Chock the wheels, support the nose of the trailer,
inspect the dock plate, check the trailer floor.
4. False. Never drive with the load up. Drive in reverse
when the load obstructs forward vision.
5. False. Inspections are also done so that the operator
can prevent mechanical failure accidents and because
the company needs to prove compliance with
OSHA’s requirement.
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Quiz Answers (cont.)
6. True. Attachments are heavy, and they cause
the load center to move away from the forklift.
7. Gloves and safety glasses are the minimum PPE
required.
8. True. There are many differences, but the most
significant are weight and steering.
9. Hitting a pothole, carrying an off-center load,
getting a flat tire, having a raised & tilted back
load, or being on a ramp.
10. False. Pedestrians always have the right of way.
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 Hazards and forklift stability

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 Only trained and authorized personnel are

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 Workplace hazards: ramps, railroad tracks,

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 OSHA requires a legible nameplate

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 Distance from the edge of the

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 Distance from vertical face of the forks

– A: Load center = 24"

 1 inch = 100 lbs

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 Combined center of gravity

 Load center beyond 24"

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 Center of gravity moves

 Center of gravity moves

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 Only trained, authorized operators

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 Before raising a load, understand:

 Always look in the direction of travel

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 Avoid loose objects or holes

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 Lower the forks

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 Propane is a combustible, compressed gas

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 Inspect battery connectors for damage

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Hazards and forklift stability

Only trained and authorized personnel are

Workplace hazards: ramps, railroad tracks,

OSHA requires a legible nameplate

Distance from the edge of the

Distance from vertical face of the forks

1 inch = 100 lbs

Combined center of gravity

Load center beyond 24"

Center of gravity moves

Center of gravity moves

Hazards and forklift

Only trained, authorized operators

Before raising a load, understand:

Always look in the direction of travel

Avoid loose objects or holes

Never turn on a ramp

Inspect the dock plate

Lower the forks

Propane is a combustible, compressed gas

Inspect battery connectors for damage

Hazards and Forklift Stability