Inspect a Forklift
HRSDC and OSHA report that over 10,000 workplace injuries related to fork lifts take place every year. Driver error is the reason for many of these mishaps. Lack of appropriate equipment maintenance and check causes many others. Forklift maintenance and operation is not just the reason for personal injuries, but also of property damage. Forklifts can damage sprinklers, building structures and overhead pipes, and other equipment when improperly utilized. The following day by day inspections must be carried out so as to reduce the chance of forklift mishaps.
Turn the engine off prior to inspecting various fluid levels: engine oil, fuel, brake fluid, hydraulic oil and coolant. The tires should be checked for indications of wear and tear. Check the air pressure in the tires. Check the condition of the forks. The load backrest need to be tightly attached. Do a visual check of the top-clip retaining heel and pin. Then carry out an inspection of the mast chains, hydraulic hoses, cables and stops. Make certain that both the overhead and finger guards are firmly attached.
The LP fueled forklift has propane tanks that need to be checked for rust, corrosion or damage. 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 guidebook is stored on-board the forklift inside a storage compartment. Check the seat belt to make sure the latches are secure. Check the hood latch to ensure it is working as it should.
To make sure there are no unusual engine sounds, start the engine up and listen for any irregularities. If there are, investigate at once. Check the accelerator and the steering controls. The parking break and the service break should be properly working.
The tilt control and drive control must be inspected to ensure proper functioning in both reverse and forward. Check the functioning of the hoist and lowering control, and the attachment control. Test the lights and horn. After that check the wipers, heater and defroster to make certain they are functioning well. Inspect each and every gauge to find out that it is reading within functional limits.