Forklift Safety Rules

Forklift operators should always receive safety training before operating an a forklift.  Forklifts save time but can become dangerous if the operator in not trained properly.

Here are a few rules:

  1.  An unattended forklift should always have the power turned off, with the forks flat on the floor and the parking brake on.
  2. Never allow anyone to walk under the load.
  3. When traveling without a load, keep the forks five to seven inches off the ground.
  4. Stop at all blind corners.  Honk your horn if you cant see and proceed with caution.
  5. Never drive up behind someone that isn’t aware there is a forklift behind them.