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Inspect a Forklift
According to OSHA and HRSDC statistics, there are about ten thousand forklift-related worklplace injuries every year within North America. Several injuries are caused by the lack of proper equipment inspection and maintenance of the machine. Other injuries are because of operator error.
Injuries are not the only problem related to forklift operation and maintenance. One more serious concern is damage to property. Forklift accidents can cause damage to overhead pipes, sprinklers, and other machines as well as building walls. By completing thorough inspections every day, you could help reduce forklift injuries.
When beginning an inspection, turn the engine off. Check the levels of the fuel, engine oil, brake fluid, hydraulic oil and coolant. Visually inspect the tires of the equipment looking for signs of wear, appropriate air pressure and general condition. Visually inspect the forks on the front of the machine too. Verify the condition of the heel and top-clip retaining pin. Make certain that the backrest is firmly attached. Make sure that both the finger guard and overhead are attached. Visually inspect the stops and cables, the hydraulic hoses and the mast chains as well.
On liquid propane or LP forklifts, inspect the propane tank. Look for any signs of damage, rust or corrosion. Be certain that the battery has adequate electrolyte levels and that is charged sufficiently. Visually inspect all belts. Check to verify the location of the owner's handbook and make sure it is located in the designated on-board storage compartment. Confirm the hood latch and make sure that it is operating as it is supposed to. Inspect the seatbelt and make certain it is functioning correctly and latches securely.
After doing the steps above, turn the engine on. Listen carefully to the engine. Investigate any unusual sounds immediately. Make sure that both the service brake and the parking brake are properly functioning. Confirm that the steering controls and the accelerator are functioning at optimum performance levels.
Fork trucks are normally used to keep these operations running efficiently and smoothly. Even if forklifts are a big investment, the amount of man hours they can save and the injuries they reduce from heavy lifting can make the purchase pay for itself eventually.
On the market nowadays are numerous of different units from many different manufacturers. These various models are designed particularly to handle certain particular jobs. So as to make certain that you don't buy the wrong type of equipment or purchase more than you require, it is very essential to evaluate the needs of your business and compare to the various units offered on the market. Speaking with a authorized forklift distributor is a great idea and so is doing your own research on the World Wide Web.
When looking at forklifts by fuel type, the following types are available:
Electric: Electric forklifts utilize large, heavy, rechargeable batteries that are lead-acid based. These batteries can run for roughly 5 or 6 hours straight. Electric models are ideal for indoor applications because of their lack of emissions. They are a common alternative for warehouses and retail spaces as they provide a fairly low cost per hour of operation and put zero emissions into the air where people are working.
Internal Combustion: Internal combustion forklifts work with a range of fuels. Several models take CNG or compressed natural gas, others take diesel, liquid propane or LP or gasoline. In comparison to electric forklifts, the IC or internal combustion models accelerate faster, are easier to refuel and could carry heavier loads. These units are typically more expensive to operate than their electric counterparts.
Fuel Cell: The newest in forklift technology is the Hydrogen fuel cell. These models provide the fast refueling capability of an internal combustion unit but provide the quietness and zero emissions of electric forklifts.
