Inspect a Forklift
HRSDC and OSHA report that over 10,000 workplace injuries connected to fork lifts occur each year. Driver error is the cause of many of these accidents. Lack of appropriate equipment maintenance and check results in many others. Operation and maintenance of a forklift is not only the reason for personal injuries, but also of damage to property. Forklifts could damage overhead pipes, sprinklers and building structures, and other equipment when utilized improperly. The following daily inspections must be carried out so as to reduce the possibility of forklift accidents.
Turn the engine off prior to inspecting different 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 should be attached tightly. Do a visual inspection of the top-clip retaining pin and heel. Then perform an inspection of the mast chains, hydraulic hoses, stops and cables. Ensure that the overhead and finger guards are securely attached.
The LP powered forklift has propane tanks that have to be inspected for rust, corrosion or damage. The battery's electrolyte levels and charge have to be tested every so often. Seat belts have to be checked for wear and tear. Check to make certain the owner's manual is stored on-board the forklift inside a storage compartment. Test the seat belt to make certain the latches are secure. Check the hood latch to make sure that it is functioning as it should.
To make sure there are no unusual engine sounds, start the engine up and listen for any irregularities. If there are, investigate promptly. Test the accelerator and the steering controls. The service brake and the parking break should be correctly working.
The tilt control and drive control must be inspected to guarantee proper functioning in both reverse and forward. Check the functioning of the lowering control and hoist, and the attachment control. Check the lights and horn. After that check the wipers, heater and defroster to make sure they are working well. Check each and every gauge to ascertain that it is reading within functional limits.