FORKLIFT SAFETY 1999 REVISION OSHA TRAINING ACME PARTS

FORKLIFT SAFETY (1999 REVISION) OSHA TRAINING ACME PARTS CLARK OSHA 29 CFR 1910. 178

COURSE OBJECTIVES þ þ þ Introduce Training and Regulatory Requirements. Discuss Basic Forklift Operating Principles. Discuss Forklift Safety Requirements. Discuss the Different Types of Forklifts. Discuss Hazardous Driving Situations. Conduct a Written and Driving Proficiency Test.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES þ Understand Safety Regulations Regarding Forklifts. þ Understand Basic Forklift Operating Principles. þ Understand the Hazards Involved With Forklifts. þ Successfully Operate Forklifts Safely. þ Successfully Complete a Written Proficiency Test. þ Successfully Complete a Driving Proficiency Test.

ANSI STANDARD POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS ANSI American National Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks Part II, B 56. 1 -1969

REGULATORY STANDARD POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS 29 CFR - 1910 - 178 29 CFR - Safety and Health Standards 1910 - General Industry 178 - Powered Industrial Trucks

FORKLIFT INJURY STATISTICS APPROXIMATELY 34, 000 RELATED INJURIES A YEAR: þ INATTENTION þ DISTRACTION þ EXCESSIVE SPEED þ POOR DRIVING HABITS þ LACK OF TRAINING

CIRCUMSTANCES OF INJURY HOW MOST INJURIES OCCUR þ þ þ Overloading Causing the Vehicle to Turnover. Load Instability Causing Turnover. Obstructions in the Path of Travel or Lift. Using Forklift Outside of Design Limitations. Striking a Pedestrian.

CASE STUDY #1 CRUSHED AGAINST A STEEL POLE NARRATIVE: AN EMPLOYEE WAS SPOTTING A FORKLIFT BACKING UP IN A CONGESTED FLOOR AREA. THE OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO EASE THE VEHICLE SLOWLY BACK TO GAIN CLEARANCE TO TURN. THE GAS PEDAL STUCK SLIGHTLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LURCH, PINNING AND CRUSHING THE SPOTTER BETWEEN THE FORKLIFT AND A POLE RESULTING IN FATAL INJURIES. CITATION: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE BETWEEN A FIXED OBJECT AND THE VEHICLE.

CASE STUDY #2 KILLED BY TOPPLED FORKLIFT NARRATIVE: AN EMPLOYEE WAS TRANSFERRING MATERIAL FROM A LOADING DOCK TRAILER TO A WAREHOUSE LOCATION WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN OFF OF THE SIDE OF THE DOCK RESULTING IN A LATERAL TIPOVER OF THE VEHICLE AND FATAL OPERATOR INJURIES. CITATION: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE EDGE OF THE DOCK AND THE VEHICLE.

CASE STUDY #3 KILLED BY TOPPLED FORKLIFT NARRATIVE: AN EMPLOYEE WAS TRANSFERRING MATERIAL FROM A STACKED PALLET STORAGE LOCATION TO THE WAREHOUSE FLOOR. THE OPERATOR BEGAN MOVING THE VEHICLE WITH THE LOAD EXTENDED BEFORE LOWERING THE LOAD, RESULTING IN A CENTRIFUGAL OVERLOAD AND TOPPLING. THE OPERATOR WAS CRUSHED BY THE VEHICLE. CITATION: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN VEHICULAR CONTROL

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) HOW THIS COURSE IS STRUCTURED: þ þ þ Classroom Lecture. Supporting Audio/Video Aids. Student Discussion/Interaction. Field Discussion of Specific Vehicles. Field Evaluation of Your Performance.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) MEASUREMENT OF OPERATORS PERFORMANCE: þ þ You Will Be Given Training Specific to the Vehicle. Your Performance Will Be Observed. You Must Pass an Operating Performance Test. You Must Pass a Written Performance Test.

TRAINEE REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) TRAINEES MAY OPERATE A FORKLIFT ONLY: 1. Under the Direct Supervision of Persons Who Have the Knowledge, Training, and Experience to Train Operators and Evaluate Their Competence; And 2. Where Such Operation Does Not Endanger the Trainee or Other Employees.

TRAINEE REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) TRAINEES MUST BE PROPERLY TRAINED: 1. Training Must Consist of a Combination of Formal Instruction (Lecture, Discussion, Video Tape, Written Material). 2. Practical Training (Demonstrations Performed by the Trainer) 3. Practical Exercises (Exercises Performed by the Trainee) 4. Evaluation of the Operator's Performance in the Workplace.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) TRUCK TOPICS TO BE ADDRESSED: þ þ þ þ Operating Instructions. Warnings, and Precautions. Differences Between the Truck and the Automobile. Truck Controls and Instrumentation. Engine or Motor Operation. Steering and Maneuvering. Visibility (Including Restrictions Due to Loading.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) TRUCK TOPICS TO BE ADDRESSED: þ þ þ þ þ Fork and Attachment Adaptation. Fork and Attachment Operation, and Use Limitations. Vehicle Capacity. Vehicle Stability. Operator Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance. Refueling of the Vehicle. Charging and Recharging of Batteries. Vehicle Operating Limitations. Surface Operating Conditions.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) WORKPLACE-RELATED TOPICS TO BE ADDRESSED: þ þ þ þ þ Composition of Loads to Be Carried Load Manipulation, Stacking, and Unstacking. Pedestrian Traffic in Operating Areas. Restricted Spaces and Operating Locations. Hazardous (Classified) Operating Locations. Ramps and Other Sloped Surfaces. Closed Environments Poorly Ventilated Areas. Unique or Potentially Hazardous Operating Areas. The Requirements of the Standard.

RETRAINING REQUIREMENTS (1999 REVISION) RETRAINING IS REQUIRED WHEN: þ þ þ þ þ An Unsafe Operation of a Forklift Is Observed. An Accident or Near-Miss Incident Occurs. An Operator Receives an Unfavorable Driving Report. An Operator Is Assigned to a Different Type of Truck. A Change in Attachment/Handling Equipment Occurs. Workplace Conditions Changes that Affect Safety. A Failure Occurs in Written Safety Procedures. There Is Reason to Doubt Employee Proficiency. Every Three Years.

FORKLIFT SAFETY PROGRAM ELEMENTS OF THE PROGRAM: 1. Written Company Safety Procedures. 2. Employee Training. 3. Measurement of Training Effectiveness. 4. Measurement of Driving Proficiency.

FORKLIFT SAFETY PROGRAM WRITTEN COMPANY SAFETY PROCEDURES: 1. Company Forklift Policy Reviewed Annually. 2. Daily Operator Inspections Documented. 3. Driving Training and Proficiency Documented.

FORKLIFT TRAFFIC PATTERNS SETTING UP THE PATTERN: þ þ þ þ Aisles Must Be Well-Lighted and Obstruction Free. Aisles Must Be Clearly Marked and of Ample Width. Driving Surfaces Must in Good Repair. Pedestrians Must Be Accounted for in the Pattern. Regulatory Signs Must Be Prominent and Enforced. Guardrails, Door Warnings, Mirrors and Other. Standard Precautions Must Be Considered and Installed.

FORKLIFT TRAFFIC PATTERNS DEPT - A DEPT - B DEPT - E DEPT - F DEPT - C DEPT - D DEPT - G = FORKLIFT ROUTE OFFICE DEPT - H

FORKLIFT TYPES AND DESIGNATIONS VARIOUS TYPES OF FORKLIFT CONFIGURATIONS: D DS DY E ES EX G GS LP Diesel- With Additional Safeguards to Exhaust, Fuel Etc. Diesel- Like Ds but Having No Electrical Equipment Electrically Powered Like E but With Additional Spark Precautions Installed Like E but With Additional Vapor Precautions Installed Gasoline but With Additional Safeguards to Exhaust Propane

FORKLIFT TYPES AND DESIGNATIONS NOTE: YOU MUST ENSURE THAT THE TYPE OF FORKLIFT YOU ARE USING IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE TYPE OF ENVIRONMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS THE VEHICLE WILL BE EXPOSED TO.

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES FORKLIFT MANUFACTURER: þ þ þ Dictates Specific Operation of Vehicle. Maintains Operation and Maintenance Manuals. Specifies Maintenance Requirements. Consulted Concerning “Attachment’s”. First Choice for Safety Questions.

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES þ OVERHEAD GUARD þ MAST þ CARRIAGE þ BACKREST þ LIFT CYLINDER LOAD CAPACITY 6000 lbs PROPANE ONLY þ TILT CYLINDERS þ FORKS

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES TYPES OF FORKS þ HALF-TAPERED FORKS - USED WITH HEAVIER LOADS þ FULL-TAPERED FORKS - USED WITH LIGHTER LOADS - USED WITH NARROW PALLETS

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES TYPES OF TIRES þ PNEUMATIC AIR FILLED TIRES AIR - USED WITH HEAVIER LOADS - OUTDOORS OR UNEVEN SURFACES þ PNEUMATIC SOLID TIRES - PUNCTURE PROOF - INTERCHANGED WITH AIR FILLED CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL SOLID RUBBER

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES TYPES OF TIRES þ CUSHION TIRES CUSHION - INDOORS OR SMOOTH SURFACES þ SOLID TIRES - PUNCTURE PROOF - SMOOTH INDOOR SURFACES CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL SOLID RUBBER

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES AUTO STEERING VERSES FORKLIFT STEERING: TRAVEL AUTO FORKLIFT

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES AUTO STEERING VERSES FORKLIFT STEERING: TURNING PRINCIPLE PIVOT POINT TRAVEL WITH AN AUTOMOBILE THERE IS NO “SWING OUT”, IN OTHER WORDS, THE VEHICLE FOLLOWS THE TURNING RADIUS OF THE FRONT WHEELS. AUTO

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES AUTO STEERING VERSES FORKLIFT STEERING: PIVOT POINT TURNING PRINCIPLE WITH A FORKLIFT, THERE IS CONSIDERABLE “SWING OUT”, IN OTHER WORDS, THE VEHICLE FOLLOWS THE TURNING RADIUS OF THE REAR WHEELS. TRAVEL SWING RADIUS DANGER ZONE FORKLIFT

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES THE RATED CAPACITY þ þ The Maximum Amount of Weight That Can Be Safely Lifted. How the Load Rests on the Forks Is Critical. The Closer the Load Is to the Backrest the Better. Can Be Found on the Nomenclature Plate of the Vehicle.

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES OPERATING NEAR PEDESTRIANS þ þ þ Three mph Speed Limit Near Pedestrians. Establish Eye Contact When Possible. Acknowledge Their Presence With A Nod. Avoid Congested Pedestrian Areas If Possible. Panic Stop Distances For Typical Loaded Truck. - 01 mph = 1 - 3 Feet - 10 mph = 22 Feet - 18 mph = 55 Feet

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES LIFTING PRINCIPLE COUNTER WEIGHT PIVOT POINT COUNTER WEIGHT CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES LIFTING PRINCIPLE MOVING THE LOAD AWAY FROM THE BACKREST CAN LOWER THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE FORKLIFT BY HUNDREDS OF POUNDS! REAL HEAVY PARTS 6500 lbs INCORRECT CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES LIFTING PRINCIPLE REAL HEAVY PARTS 6500 lbs INCORRECT CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES CENTRIFUGAL FORCES REAL HEAVY PARTS 6500 lbs MOVING OR TURNING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE LOAD IS EXTENDED CAN RESULT IN TURNOVER BECAUSE OF CENTRIFUGAL FORCES APPLIED AT THE TOP OF THE LOAD!

BASIC FORKLIFT PRINCIPLES FORK ADJUSTMENT FORKS SHOULD BE SPREAD AS WIDE AS POSSIBLE TO ALLOW FOR MAXIMUM STABILITY OF THE LOAD!

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES PRE-USE INSPECTION þ þ þ þ Mast Roller Tracks and Chains Forks and Adjustment Fluid Levels Hydraulic Lines Lift and Tilt Cylinders Overhead Guard Mounting Fire Extinguisher þ þ þ þ Cylinder Mounting Hardware Tires Lights and Warning Devices Handbrake Steering and Brakes Driving Controls Lift Controls Seat Adjustment and Belts

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES TYPES OF POWER SOURCES þ BATTERY POWERED þ PROPANE POWERED þ DIESEL POWERED þ GASOLINE POWERED CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES INSPECTION OF POWER SOURCES þ BATTERY POWERED - REQUIRES CONSTANT CHARGING - NO IGNITION SOURCES IN CHARGING AREA - FOLLOW LOCAL CHARGING PROCEDURES CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Mechanical Lifting Aids Required for Battery Handling. Charging Area Must Have Working Eyewash Station. Wear Complete Splash Protection When Servicing Batteries. Battery Charging Is Only Allowed in Predesignated Areas. Ventilation Must Be Adequate to Disperse Hydrogen. Ventilation Must Be Adequate to Disperse Corrosive Gases. Open Flames May Not Be Used to Check Electrolyte Levels. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 8. Battery Cover Must Be Left Open During Charging. 9. Ventilation Ensures Clean Air and Heat Dissipation. 10. Always Disconnect Charging Connector Properly. 11. Only Pull on Charging Connector in an Emergency. 12. Properly Reposition Battery After Removal. 13. Improperly Positioned Batteries May Shift. 14. Use Wooden (or Approved) Spacers As Necessary. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES BATTERY FILLING PRECAUTIONS OK! DI ST W ILL AT E ER D BATTERY

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES HANDLING BULK ELECTROLYTE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Bulk Containers Must Be Moved Using Carboy or Tilter. Siphons Are Acceptable. Never Start Siphon By Mouth. Never Smoke Around Electrolyte. Eliminate Sparks or Other Ignition Source In Charging Area. Use Only Non Sparking, Non Conductive Tools. Apply Vehicle Emergency Brake When Charging. Inspect Vent Caps On Battery. Ensure They Are Free. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES ELECTROLYTE MIXING PRECAUTIONS R TE A W NO! ACID CORROSIVE

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES ELECTROLYTE MIXING PRECAUTIONS A ID C VE SI O R R O C YES! WATER

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES INSPECTION OF POWER SOURCES þ PROPANE POWER - INSPECT TANK FOR SERVICEABILITY - INSPECT PROPANE TRANSFER SYSTEM - INSPECT TANK RESTRAINT SYSTEM - FOLLOW LOCAL REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES PROPANE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Extinguish Smoking Materials. Ensure No Ignition Sources Are Present. Wear Protective Gloves and Eye Protection. Ensure Valve Is Closed Anytime the Tank Is Disconnected. Follow Manufacturers Instructions for Refueling the Vehicle. After Tank Is Removed From the Vehicle, Inspect for Damage. If Tank Is Serviceable, Have It Moved to Empty Tank Storage. If You Have Any Safety Concerns Contact Safety. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES PROPANE CONNECTION CONSIDERATIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Inspection Tank for Defects and Dents. Never Throw, Drag, Drop, or Roll LPG Containers. Check Fuel Lines for Serviceability. Check for Damage to Liquid Level Gauge. Inspect Quick-Disconnect Couplings for Serviceability. Inspect Threads, Valves and Fittings for Serviceability. Check to Ensure Relief Valve Is Pointed in Specified Direction. If You Have Any Safety Concerns Contact Safety. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES A NOTE ABOUT THE LPG TANK ACCESS VALVE Never Jam the Valve in the Open Position (When Opening the Valve). Open Fully, Then Turn Toward The Closed Position 1/4 to 1/2 Turn. This Action Prevents Jamming and Enables Quick Shut off in an Emergency. Close the Valve When the Truck Will Be Parked for Extended Periods of Time. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES INSPECTION OF POWER SOURCES þ DIESEL AND GASOLINE POWERED - INSPECT FOR LEAKS - ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILATION EXISTS - FOLLOW LOCAL REFUELING PROCEDURES CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES DIESEL AND GASOLINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Extinguish Smoking Materials. Ensure No Ignition Sources Are Present. Wear Protective Gloves and Eye Protection. Ensure Area Is Approved for Refueling. Follow Manufacturers Instructions for Refueling the Vehicle. Ensure Area Has Ample Ventilation. Ensure Tank Is Not Over Filled Causing Spillage. Do Not Start Vehicle Until All Spilled Fuel Is Eliminated. If You Have Any Safety Concerns Contact Safety. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES STARTING THE FORKLIFT þ þ þ Apply the Foot Brake. Shift Gears to Neutral. Ensure Load Is Lowered and Controls Neutralized. Start Forklift and Check Gauges. Disengage Hand Brake. Check Controls, Steering and Brakes. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES SHUTTING DOWN THE FORKLIFT þ þ þ Apply the Hand Brake. Lower the Load. Turn off the Engine. Neutralize the Controls (Dissipate Line Pressures). Follow Procedures for Propane. Follow Procedures for Battery Powered Vehicles. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES DEFINITION - ATTENDED VEHICLE IF OPERATOR IS DISMOUNTED: þ þ þ Operator Is Within 25 Feet of the Vehicle. Operator Has Line-of-Site of the Vehicle. Operator Has No Obstruction of Access to Vehicle. Load Engaging Means Is Fully Lowered. Controls Neutralized and Handbrakes Set. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

FORKLIFT OPERATING PRINCIPLES DEFINITION - UNATTENDED VEHICLE IF OPERATOR IS DISMOUNTED: þ þ þ Operator Is More Than 25 Feet From the Vehicle. Operator Has No Line of Site of the Vehicle. Operator Is Obstructed From Access to Vehicle. Load Engaging Means Is Not Fully Lowered. Handbrakes Not Set. CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL

HANDLING AND MOVING LOADS VISIBILITY DURING FORKLIFT OPERATIONS þ Approach the Load Slowly and Do Not “Bump”. þ Know Where All Bystanders Are Located. REAL HEAVY PARTS ACME FORKLIFTS 6500 lbs TRAVEL

HANDLING AND MOVING LOADS VISIBILITY DURING FORKLIFT OPERATIONS þ þ Never Allow Bystanders Between You And a Fixed Object. Know Where All Spotters Are Located. If You Lose Sight of a Spotter, Stop and Relocate Them. ASSUME LOST SPOTTERS ARE IN YOUR PATH. ACME FORKLIFTS

HANDLING AND MOVING LOADS TO PICK UP A LOAD þ þ þ þ Approach the Load Slowly and Straight on (Load Centered). Stop When the Tip of the Forks Are About a Foot Away. Level Forks and Adjust Fork Height. Move Forward Slowly Until Load Is Fully Against Backrest. Lift the Load High Enough to Clear Floor Obstructions. Back the Load Out Slightly From the Storage Location. Carefully Tilt Mask Back to Stabilize the Load. Ensure Rear Is Clear, Back Out.

HANDLING AND MOVING LOADS TO PUT DOWN A LOAD þ þ þ þ Approach the Delivery Location Straight On. Stop When the Tip of the Forks Are About a Foot Away. Lower Load, Carefully Level Forks. Move Forward Slowly Until Load Is in Desired Location. Lower the Load to Floor or Storage Location. Ensure Forks Are Clear of Pallet. Ensure Rear Is Clear, Back Out.

HANDLING AND MOVING LOADS UNSTACKING LOADS þ þ þ þ Approach the Load Slowly and Straight on (Load Centered). Stop About a Foot Away and Raise Forks to Desired Height. Level Forks and Drive Forward. Move Forward Slowly Until Load Is Fully Against Backrest. Lift the Load High Enough to Clear Obstructions. Ensure Rear Is Clear, Back Out. Once the Stack Is Cleared - Lower to Desired Height. Carefully Tilt Mask Back to Stabilize the Load.

HANDLING AND MOVING LOADS STACKING LOADS þ þ þ Approach the Location Slowly and Straight On. Stop About a Foot Away and Raise Load to Desired Height. Drive Forward Until Load Is Square Over Stack. Level Forks and Lower Load Until Load Is Supported. Ensure Forks Are Clear of Pallet. Ensure Rear Is Clear, Back Out.

HANDLING AND MOVING LOADS DRIVING WITH A LOAD þ þ þ þ Travel With the Load Tilted Slightly Back for Stability. If You Can’t See Over the Load Drive in Reverse. Drive With Load Approximately Six Inches Above Surface. Never Pass Pedestrians - They Must Always Yield Way! Remember That the Driving Wheels Are Your Pivot Point. Obey Traffic Rules and Local Policies. Always Slowdown to Attempt a Turn.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS LET’S DISCUSS SITE-SPECIFIC PROBLEM AREA’S SITE SPECIFIC PROBLEM AREAS AT THIS FACILITY INCLUDE: þ Hazardous (Classified) Operating Locations. þ Closed Environments Poorly Ventilated Areas. þ Unique or Potentially Hazardous Operating Areas.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS UNSTABLE FLOOR SURFACES þ þ þ Traction Problems, Skidding and Sliding Can Occur. Drive Cautiously and at Slow Speeds. Be Aware of Debris and Spills. Consider Areas Where Contractors May Be Working. Avoid Making Tight Turns. Ensure Brakes Are Applied Carefully.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS OVERHEAD CLEARANCES þ þ Plan Your Route in Advance. Drive Cautiously and at Slow Speeds. Know the Mast Height and Facility Overhead Clearances. Be Careful Around Electrical Lines.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS SPATIALLY RESTRICTED AREAS þ þ Consider Getting Out Before You Get In. Try Moving Empty Forks to One Side of the Carriage. Use Maximum Turning Angles. Be Careful When Making Tight Turns.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS PEDESTRIAN CONSIDERATIONS þ þ þ Never Allow a Pedestrian Between You and a Fixed Object. Never Pass a Pedestrian, They Must Yield Right of Way. Maintain a Safe Distance When Loading and Unloading. Be Careful When Making Tight Turns. Never Assume Pedestrians Know You’re Position.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS MULTIPLE FORKLIFT CONSIDERATIONS þ þ þ þ Obey All Local Traffic Rules and Signs. Know Where All Mirrors Are Positioned. Use Horns When Approaching Corners, Doorways, Aisles. Never Exceed the Safe Working Speed of Five Mph. Keep a Safe Distance From Other Forklifts (3 Lengths). Know Where All Mirrors Are Positioned. Pass Only in Authorized Areas.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS UNEVEN DRIVING SURFACES þ þ þ Understand the Type Tires Installed on the Vehicle. Understand the Limitations of The Tires. Approach Railroad Tracks at a 45 -Degree Angle. Take Alternate Routes Rather Than Unnecessary Risks. Determine if Different Types of Vehicles Are Available.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS LOADING DOCK OPERATIONS þ þ þ þ Ensure Bridge or Dock Plates Are Secure. Ensure Bridge or Dock Plates Are Rated for the Vehicle. Ensure Trailer, Truck, or Railcar Wheels Are Secured. Never Accelerate on Bridge or Dock Plates. Always Drive Straight on to Bridge or Dock Plates. Always Maintain a Safe Distance From Edges. Never Compete With Pedestrians.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS TRAILER OPERATIONS þ þ þ þ Ensure the Trailer Floor Is Rated for the Vehicle Weight. Verify That the Trailer Floor Is in Serviceable Condition. Ensure the Forklift Will Not Unbalance the Trailer. Use Additional Trailer Supports If Unbalancing Is a Risk. Consider the Interior Trailer Height. Ensure the Trailer Cannot Roll Away From the Dock. Consider Lighting and Inclement Weather.

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS LOADED FORKLIFT RAMP OPERATIONS ALWAYS APPROACH RAMP LOAD FIRST! REAL HEAVY PARTS 6500 lbs ACME FORKLIFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS LOADED FORKLIFT RAMP OPERATIONS ALWAYS LEAVE RAMP LOAD LAST! REAL HEAVY PARTS 6500 lbs ACME FORKLIFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS UNLOADED FORKLIFT RAMP OPERATIONS ALWAYS APPROACH A RAMP FORKS LAST! ACME FORKLIFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS UNLOADED FORKLIFT RAMP OPERATIONS ALWAYS LEAVE A RAMP FORKS FIRST! ACME FORKLIFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS TURNOVERS LONGITUDINAL TURNOVER ACME FORKL IFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS TURNOVERS LATERAL TURNOVER ACME FORKL IFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS LONGITUDINAL TURNOVER þ Usually Best to Leave the Vehicle. þ No Guarantee of Safety During a Longitudinal Turnover. ACME FORKLIFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS LATERAL TURNOVER þ Usually Best to Stay With the Vehicle. þ Hold on to the Steering Wheel and Push Into the Seat. þ No Guarantee of Safety During a Lateral Turnover. ACME FORKLIFTS

DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS SPOTTERS NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE VALUE OF A SPOTTER! ACME FORKLIFTS

REACH TRUCK SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS þ þ þ þ þ If You’re Not Trained, You’re Not Authorized. Use Only on Flat, Stable Floor Surfaces. Never Move Vehicle While Elevated. Ensure Sufficient Headroom Exists Before Lifting. Look for Electrical Obstructions (Lights Etc). Engage Parking Brake During the Lift. Put Vehicle in Park During Lift. Use Spotters Effectively to Enhance Safety. Use Appropriate Fall Protection for the Person Being Lifted.

REACH TRUCK SAFETY ACME FORKLIFTS OPERATOR CONTROLLED FORKLIFT ATTACHMENT

REACH TRUCK SAFETY FORKLIFT ATTACHMENT þ þ þ þ þ Look Before You Descend. Use Within Design Limitations. Follow Local Lifting Guidelines. Follow Manufacturers Guidelines. Ensure Platform Is Secured to Forks. Ensure Both Employee’s Are Trained. Use a Fall Harness, Not “Safety Belts”. Never Exceed Your “Safe Reach” Distance. Ensure Fall Prevention Guards Are In Place. Never Move Vehicle While Platform Is Elevated. ACME FORKLIFTS

REACH TRUCK SAFETY OPERATOR CONTROLLED þ þ þ þ þ Ensure You are Trained. Look Before You Descend. Use Within Design Limitations. Follow Local Lifting Guidelines. Follow Manufacturers Guidelines. Use a Fall Harness, Not “Safety Belts”. Never Exceed Your “Safe Reach” Distance. Ensure Fall Prevention Guards Are In Place. Never Move Vehicle While Platform Is Elevated.

CONTRACTOR SAFETY REQUIREMENTS OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS MUST: þ FOLLOW YOUR RULES AND HAVE ADEQUATE TRAINING. FACILITY OR COMPANY REPRESENTATIVES MUST: þ INFORM THE CONTRACTOR OF INTERNAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. þ ENSURE THAT THE CONTRACTOR(S) ARE FOLLOWING YOUR PROCEDURES.

TIPS FOR USING CONTRACTORS þ þ þ Remember, You Control Your Facility! Review Their Procedures With Them! Review Their Procedures Before They Start the Job! Determine Their Safety Performance Record! Determine Who Is in Charge of Their People! Determine How They Will Affect Your Employees!