Revision: 0 Forklift Operations Effective Date 5/27/2011
Job Steps / Task Hazards Controls
‐ Visual inspection; fluid and oil levels;; Chains for wear, kinks, corrosion; Air cleaner, Mast hoses and cables, cleanliness, anti slip surfaces, tire 1 Machine Inspection Mechanical Failure pressure ‐ Periodic maintenance ‐ Maintain proper tire pressure ‐ Do not step on tire ‐ Maintain 3 point contact with steps and handrail 3 Entering / Exiting the Cab Personal injury – slip or fall ‐ Wear appropriate footwear and Ensure footing is clean and dry ‐ Non‐slip surfaces as needed ‐ Face unit while entering / exiting ‐ Trained and Qualified personnel only Operator Error ‐ Operate per Manufacturer Manual ‐ Ensure unit on level, sold ground ‐ Ensure unit NOT in gear Overturning unit ‐ Do not overload machine ‐ Ensure tire pressure is satisfactory 4 Starting the Engine ‐ Ensure parking brake is set ‐ Allow engine to warm up Mechanical Failure ‐ Verify proper pressures and levels and voltages ‐ Make sure personnel are clear of machine Personal Injury ‐ Verify horn systems work ‐ Do not approach unit unless have eye contact with Operator ‐ Keep metal tools away from terminals Battery Hazards (acid, electricity, flames) ‐ Wear appropriate PPE
‐ Operate machine from Operators seat only
‐ Trained and Qualified personnel only
‐ Operate per Manufacturer Manual General Machine Operation ‐ Operate per load and safety labels/graphics
5 Operator Error – Various Hazards ‐ Do not rush, Ensure aware of safety features
‐ Ensure aware of equipment limitations
‐ Situational awareness about weather conditions, terrain and soil
(foundation and level)
‐ Maintain line of sight with ground personnel
‐ Always wear seatbelt Overturning Hazard ‐ Periodic ROPS inspections ‐ Maintain loads as low as possible ‐ Maintain stability via slow speeds and turning General Machine Operation ‐ Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing, damaged clothing, jewelry, long Personnel caught in moving parts uncontained hear ‐ Maintain safe clearances Equipment failure ‐ Maintain awareness of fluids, pressures, temperatures, etc ‐ Approach load slowly ‐ Ensure visibility is satisfactory Collision and Damage with Load ‐ Ensure forks are level ‐ Use front wheels as pivot points to align forks ‐ Observe load limits in cab labels (and in manufacturer’s manual) ‐ Maintain unit level Overturning Unit, Uneven surfaces, Mechanical ‐ Maintain safe speeds and turning failure ‐ Operate on inclines with load uphill. Travel up inclines in forward and down in reverse ‐ Use a ground guide ‐ Use horns ‐ Operate smoothly, slow down for turns and when operating on uneven Limited visibility, Traffic Hazards surfaces ‐ Always look in direction of travel, keep a clear view, keep load as low as possible, Slow down, Sound horn at cross aisles and during high traffic or limited visibility 6 Maneuvering and Transporting ‐ Ensure load within capacity of unit ‐ Adjust forks so weight is evenly distributed Unsecure or Unstable Load ‐ While loaded, maintain mast tilted backward ‐ Ensure load properly secured ‐ Stop the machine, lower the load until centered and held properly. Load Shifts or Breaks Free ‐ Rearrange load before attempting to move ‐ Operating personnel maintain line of sight ‐ Hand signals known and used ‐ Area maintained safe by on ground personnel ‐ Maintain safe personnel clearances ‐ Use appropriate headgear Personal Injury, Collision ‐ Operate smoothly, slow down for turns and when operating on uneven surfaces ‐ Always look in direction of travel, keep a clear view, keep load as low as possible, Slow down, Sound horn at cross aisles and during high traffic or limited visibility Overhead Power Lines ‐ Maintain 15’ from overhead lines ‐ Move machine to safe location, Apply parking brake Overturning on subsequent startup, Personal 7 Engine Shutdown and Unit Parking ‐ Transmission and hydraulic controls in neutral Hazard, Equipment / Traffic Hazard ‐ Lower the carriage