Inspect a Forklift
HRSDC and OSHA report that over 10,000 workplace injuries connected to fork lifts take place every year. Driver error is the cause of many of these mishaps. Lack of appropriate equipment check and maintenance results in numerous others. Maintenance and operation of a forklift is not just the cause of personal injuries, but also of damage to property. Forklifts can damage building structures, overhead pipes and sprinklers, and other equipment when wrongly operated. The following daily inspections must be performed in order to reduce the possibility of forklift accidents.
Turn off the engine prior to checking various fluid levels: engine oil, fuel, brake fluid, hydraulic oil and coolant. The tires must be checked for indications of wear and tear. Check the air pressure in the tires. Check the forks' condition. The load backrest need to be tightly attached. Do a visual inspection of the top-clip retaining pin and heel. Afterward carry out an inspection of the hydraulic hoses, mast chains, stops and cables. Make certain that both the finger and overhead guards are attached securely.
The LP powered forklift has propane tanks that have to be inspected for rust, corrosion or damage. The battery's charge and electrolyte levels have to be tested periodically. Seat belts need to be inspected for wear and tear. Check to make certain the owner's manual is kept on-board the forklift inside a storage compartment. Check the seat belt to make certain the latches are secure. Test the hood latch to ensure it is functioning as it should.
Start the forklift and listen to the engine noise to make certain there are no unusual sounds. If there are, investigate immediately. Check the accelerator and the steering controls. The parking break and the service break should be functioning correctly.
The tilt control and drive control should be inspected to guarantee proper functioning in both reverse and forward. Test the functioning of the hoist and lowering control, and the attachment control. Test the lights and horn. Then check the heater, defroster and wipers to make certain they are working well. Inspect each and every gauge to ascertain that it is reading within functional limits.