2. Forklift Safety Training Page 1 Forklift Safety Training By: Greg S. Jarrett & Jimmy R. McCraney

3. Forklift Safety Training Page 2 Fork Lift Accidents OSHA estimates that there are 680,400 accidents each year. Over 100 resulted in death. Of those reported nearly half suffered some type of injury. “All Were Preventable”

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6. Forklift Safety Training Page 5 Overview Operators training requirements Forklift Engineering Principles Basic Operating Rules Maintenance and Pre-start Safety Inspection Vehicle Lockout Forklift Safety Rules

7. Forklift Safety Training Page 6 Operator Training Requirements

8. Forklift Safety Training Page 7 Training Employees must be trained and certified prior to operation lift trucks. Training will be provided as formal instruction such as lectures computer learning, videotape, or written material. Employee must be tested on knowledge and perform practical exercises using lift truck prior to certification. Operators must be evaluated every three years.

9. Forklift Safety Training Page 8 Forklift Drivers Evaluation COMPANY:_________________________________________________ Make ________ Model ________ EMPLOYEE: _______________________________________________ YES NO 1. TESTING- JOB KNOWLEDGE______ ______ 2. OPERATOR DAILY INSPECTION ______ ______ 3. SAFE REFUELING PROCEDURES ______ ______ 4. CORRECT STARTING/STOPPING ______ ______ 5. CORRECT BACKING PROCEDURES ______ ______ 6. CORRECT STACKING/UNSTACKING ______ ______ 7. CORRECT PARKING PROCEDURES______ ______ 8. OVERALL DRIVING OPERATION______ ______ INSTRUCTOR COMMENTS: ____________________________________________________________ TRAINEE SIGNATURE: _____________________ TRAINER SIGNATURE: _____________________________ Sample only

10. Forklift Safety Training Page 9 COMPANY NAME:___________________________________________ NAME: ________________________________________________ DATE:___________ PLEASE CIRCLE THE CORRECT ANSWER 1. T F - Only trained and authorized operators shall be permitted to operate a powered industrial truck. 2. T F - When loads are raised and tilted forward, you change the center of gravity. 3. T F - Arms, legs, and other body parts should extend outside the overhead guard protection only when the truck is unloaded. 4. T F - The maximum weight of the load that your truck is allowed to carry is listed on the data plate. 5. T F - If a load is not carried as far back on the forks as possible, some load capacity can be lost. 6. T F - You can turn or stop a forklift suddenly if you are not carrying a load. 7. T F - Keep the forks as low as possible when traveling with or without a load. 8. T F - When traveling down a ramp or incline with a load, keep the counterweight upgraded. 9. T F - When following another lift truck, leave at least 3 truck lengths to allow room for stopping. 10. T F - Before entering a trailer, check to be sure that the trailer wheels have been properly chalked. Knowledge Test Sample only

11. Forklift Safety Training Page 10 Company: _________________________________________ Date: ________ This certifies that _________________________________________ has successfully completed the forklift safety training program and is authorized to operate the power industrial trucks/equipment listed. Equipment authorized to operate:Training/Refresher Training Date: _______________________________ ____________________________ Trainer: _______________________ Employee: ______________________ FORKLIFT TRAINING CERTIFICATE

12. Forklift Safety Training Page 11 Forklift Engineering Principles

13. Forklift Safety Training Page 12 Forklift Engineering Principles Data plates: lets the operator know the following information : l Make l Model l Serial number l Lift capabilities Operators must know this information to safely operate lift trucks “Warning” OSHA can fine $25,000 for lift trucks that do not have data plates installed.

14. Forklift Safety Training Page 13 One style Rear-end steering: rear-end swing creates hazard situations if drivers are not properly trained.

15. Forklift Safety Training Page 14 Fulcrum Point: is a lift trucks center point of balance during lifting operations. The weight of the load affects the center of balance in relation to the counterweight. Load Center of balance during load lifting (Fulcrum Point) Counterweight

16. Forklift Safety Training Page 15 Never drive with load tilted, it changes the load center of balance Load Center

17. Forklift Safety Training Page 16 Never drive with the load raised too high it changes the lift center of balance

18. Forklift Safety Training Page 17 Operating Requirements & Precautions

19. Forklift Safety Training Page 18 Basic Operating Rules Ê Employees must be trained and authorized to operate each specific lift truck. Must be re-evaluated every three years · Know controls and instrumentation. Location, what they do, and how they work. ¸ Operating instructions Warnings, precautions, and hand signals used by company. Í Pedestrian safety Know the areas where pedestrians will be working º Load manipulation Log/lumber stacking or loading of trucks.

20. Forklift Safety Training Page 19 Basic Operating Rules (continued) ¼ Fork attachment operation and use limitation. ½ Drive in reverse if view is obstructed. » Know the terrain or environment that lift truck(s) will be driven ¿ No horseplay, speeding or stunt driving allowed. ¾ Always scan ahead to watch for pedestrians and blind spots

21. Forklift Safety Training Page 20 Should equal your average walking speed or about 5 MPH. Operating speed

22. Forklift Safety Training Page 21 Signs prohibiting unauthorized foot or vehicle traffic in log unloading and storage areas shall be posted. 1910.265 (d)(2)(i)(d)

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24. Forklift Safety Training Page 23 Be aware of pedestrians at all times

25. Forklift Safety Training Page 24 One seat means only one person allowed on lift while moving. No riders

26. Forklift Safety Training Page 25 No riders One seat means only one person allowed on lift while moving.

27. Forklift Safety Training Page 26 Account for rear-end swing distance when backing.

28. Forklift Safety Training Page 27 Backing operations can lead to incidents and possible injury

29. Forklift Safety Training Page 28 Know your vertical limitations when lifting a load

30. Forklift Safety Training Page 29 Keep body parts inside the cab at all times

31. Forklift Safety Training Page 30 Never add additional weight to lift a load

32. Forklift Safety Training Page 31 Pedestrians Never allow anyone to walk under a load See a hazard?

33. Forklift Safety Training Page 32 If visibility is restricted, drive in reverse.

34. Forklift Safety Training Page 33 If someone were accidentally struck lift forks, it is much less lift threatening to be hit around the ankles than in the abdomen. The rule to remember is to drive with the forks as low as possible. Forks

35. Forklift Safety Training Page 34 Drive with load 4 to 6 inches off the ground or surface.

36. Forklift Safety Training Page 35 Know your correct distances when loading/unloading trailers

37. Forklift Safety Training Page 36 Watch for load shifts

38. Forklift Safety Training Page 37 When driving up a ramp or incline the rule is to drive up and back down

39. Forklift Safety Training Page 38 Drive Up Back Down

40. Forklift Safety Training Page 39 Never raise someone using the forks

41. Forklift Safety Training Page 40 This is considered an imminent danger situation and could result in a $5,000 OSHA fine

42. Forklift Safety Training Page 41 Make sure dock plates are properly in position.

43. Forklift Safety Training Page 42 See a loading hazard? Chocks missing

44. Forklift Safety Training Page 43 Properly installed chock

45. Forklift Safety Training Page 44 Proper lighting during load/unload operations

46. Forklift Safety Training Page 45 Unsafe loading procedures can cause equipment damage and lead to possible injury.

47. Forklift Safety Training Page 46 Have someone assist when the load obstruct your vision Truck Loading Operations

48. Forklift Safety Training Page 47 Maneuver the load slowly and safely Truck Loading Operations

49. Forklift Safety Training Page 48 Center the load properly Truck Loading Operations

50. Forklift Safety Training Page 49 Loading platforms that are 48 or more inches off the ground must have barrier protection to guard against fall hazard.

51. Forklift Safety Training Page 50 Dock plate placed in the up position to guard against fall hazard

52. Forklift Safety Training Page 51 Parking Lift Trucks Three Rules Rule # 1 Forks on the ground

53. Forklift Safety Training Page 52 Rule # 2 Set Parking Brake

54. Forklift Safety Training Page 53 Rule # 3 If more than 25 feet away from lift it must be turned off. See a hazard? Never leave an unattended load elevated

55. Forklift Safety Training Page 54 Overhead Hazards

56. Forklift Safety Training Page 55 What about railroad crossings?

57. Forklift Safety Training Page 56 Forklifts should cross tracks at an angle -- not straight on Because most forklifts have a three-point suspension and crossing straight on could cause the lift to lose its center of balance

58. Forklift Safety Training Page 57 Crossing at an angle will ensure the load maintains its stability

59. Forklift Safety Training Page 58 Forklift Maintenance & Pre-Start Inspection Requirements

60. Forklift Safety Training Page 59 OSHA requires powered industrial trucks to have a documented pre-start inspection prior to each shift. Maintenance and Pre-start Inspection

61. Forklift Safety Training Page 60 Check forks for cracks Some of the items to inspect:

62. Forklift Safety Training Page 61 Engine Fluids

63. Forklift Safety Training Page 62 Battery & Filters

64. Forklift Safety Training Page 63 Hydraulic lines

65. Forklift Safety Training Page 64 Check lights Check Fire Extinguisher

66. Forklift Safety Training Page 65 Seat Belts Seat belts are required to be worn during all operations.

67. Forklift Safety Training Page 66 Check Horn

68. Forklift Safety Training Page 67 Check gauges

69. Forklift Safety Training Page 68 To inspect the mast chains raise the fork about 6 inches Next Slide

70. Forklift Safety Training Page 69 Mast chains should be tight. If they are loose it could cause a load to shift

71. Forklift Safety Training Page 70 Refueling Operations. Make sure lift is properly parked and brakes on

72. Forklift Safety Training Page 71 Park at a safe refueling distance from pump.

73. Forklift Safety Training Page 72 No one allowed in refueling area.

74. Forklift Safety Training Page 73 Wear personal protective equipment, if required

75. Forklift Safety Training Page 74 Vehicle Lockout

76. Forklift Safety Training Page 75 Vehicle Lockout “Continued”

77. Forklift Safety Training Page 76 o Use the correct lift for the job. o Only trained and authorized employees are allowed to operate lift trucks. o Complete a daily pre-start inspection. o Do not park lift trucks in front of fire exits, isles, fire extinguishers, or electrical boxes. o No passengers are allowed on lift trucks. o Do not allow anyone to walk under raised forks whether loaded or empty. o Stop and sound horn at all entrances and exit of buildings. o Chock the rear trailer wheels when loading or unloading trailers at a loading dock. o Do not park lift trucks on a grade. o Do not raise or tilt the forks while driving. o Drive with the forks raised only high enough to clear obstacles, preferably 4 - 6 inches. o Wear of seat belts is mandatory. o No smoking during refueling operations. o Drive at the speed of normal walking, usually 5 MPH. Forklift Safety Rules Sample only

78. Forklift Safety Training Page 77 Forklift Safety is the Drivers Responsibility By: Greg S. Jarrett & Jimmy R. McCraney