Inspect a Forklift
There are more than 10,000 workplace injuries connected to forklifts occur each year, based on OSHA and HRSDC reports. A lot of these accidents are caused by operator error. Lack of appropriate equipment maintenance and check results in numerous others. Forklift maintenance and operation is not only the cause of personal injuries, but also of property damage. Forklifts can damage building structures, overhead pipes and sprinklers, and other machinery when wrongly used. The following day by day check ups must be carried out in order to lessen the chance of forklift accidents.
Turn off the engine prior to inspecting different fluid levels: engine oil, fuel, brake fluid, hydraulic oil and coolant. The tires must be checked for indications of wear and tear. Check the tire air pressure. Check the forks' condition. The load backrest must be attached securely. Do a visual inspection of the top-clip retaining pin and heel. Next carry out an inspection of the hydraulic hoses, mast chains, cables and stops. Ensure that both the finger and overhead guards are attached securely.
The LP powered forklift has propane tanks which need to be checked for damage, rust or corrosion. The battery's electrolyte levels and charge need to be tested every so often. Seat belts need to be inspected for wear and tear. Check to make sure the owner's manual is stored on-board the forklift in a storage compartment. Test the seat belt to make sure the latches are secure. Check the hood latch to make sure that it is functioning as it should.
Start the forklift and listen to the noise of the engine to make sure there are no unusual sounds. If there are, investigate promptly. Test the accelerator and the steering controls. The parking break and the service break should be functioning correctly.
To guarantee proper functioning in both reverse and forward, the drive control and tilt control should be checked. The functioning of the lowering control, the hoist and attachment control requires periodic inspection. Check the horn and lights. After that check the defroster, wipers and heater to make sure they are working smoothly. Inspect every gauge to ascertain that it is reading within functional limits.