Inspect a Forklift
There are more than 10,000 workplace injuries related to forklifts occur every year, according to OSHA and HRSDC reports. A lot of these accidents are caused by driver error. Lack of appropriate equipment inspection and maintenance results in many others. Operation and maintenance of a forklift is not only the cause of personal injuries, but also of property damage. Forklifts could damage sprinklers, building structures and overhead pipes, and other machines when wrongly utilized. The following daily inspections must be carried out in order to lessen the likelihood of forklift accidents.
Turn off the engine before inspecting different fluid levels: engine oil, fuel, hydraulic oil, coolant and brake fluid. The tires should be inspected for indications of wear and tear. Check the tire air pressure. Check the condition of the forks. The load backrest have to be firmly attached. Do a visual inspection of the top-clip retaining heel and pin. Then carry out an inspection of the mast chains, hydraulic hoses, stops and cables. Make sure that both the finger and overhead guards are securely attached.
The LP powered forklift has propane tanks that need to be checked for rust, corrosion or damage. The battery's electrolyte levels and charge have to be tested every so often. Seat belts need to be checked for wear and tear. Check to make sure the owner's handbook is kept on-board the forklift in a storage compartment. Check the seat belt to make sure the latches are secure. Test the hood latch to ensure 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. Check the steering controls and the accelerator. The parking break and the service break must be correctly functioning.
To guarantee proper functioning in both forward and reverse, the drive control and tilt control must be checked. The functioning of the lowering control, the hoist and attachment control requires periodic inspection. Check the horn and lights. Afterward check the wipers, heater and defroster to make certain they are working well. Check each gauge to ascertain that it is reading within functional limits.