There are safety and healthy guidelines governing the utilization of forklift trucks. Any big machine, such as a forklift, is potentially dangerous and must be used safely. The regulations and rules state that the operator needs to conduct daily checks on the lift truck and more thorough checks on a weekly basis and on a monthly basis. The following checks need to be carried out on the forklift:
Forklift Brakes - brakes on lift trucks are important features that must be double and triple checked. A brake check is done with different pressures and pedal heights to determine the sensitivity of the brakes. The brake lights must be inspected at the same time.
The Tires - the tires are also essential to the safe functioning of the truck and to the braking system. All the tires should be checked correctly to ensure that there are no punctures in the tires and they are inflated to the proper pressure.
Controller - In order to determine whether the system is in good working condition, the forklift controller system needs to be inspected by operating the forks and the release mechanism. Any sign of problems should be reported and tended to instantly. The forklift should not be used until the controller system has been fixed.
Steering Wheel - In order to make certain that the turning of the wheel is correct, the driver should inspect the forklift steering wheel. Forklift safety depends upon the steering wheel responding well and functioning precisely. There are different types of inspections that could be carried out to determine steering wheel performance.
Engine Oil - the Removing the oil dip stick from the engine with help determine if the engine requires oil. The dipstick will show both the level of the oil and the colour of the oil. The oil should be refilled if the level is very low. If the colour is off, there could be contamination occurring.
Fire Extinguisher - lift trucks are required by law to carry a fire extinguisher. This fire extinguisher will need to be tested to ensure it will work correctly in the event of a fire. Various kinds of fire extinguisher should be inspected in certain ways. Like for example, a dry chemical extinguisher must be shaken.