Warehouse Forklift Maintenance
Forklifts need a proper maintenance program to help increase the machine's lifespan and is an important factor in allowing the machine to function safely and effectively. Completing forklift check ups regularly and performing preventive maintenance regularly will help to guarantee the efficient and safe use of the machine.
Daily Checklist
In any forklift maintenance program, the daily checklist is an important tool to have. These checklists would document any potential issues. They are required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration or the OSHA. The daily checklists could also be audited by OSHA during any routine inspection. Operators should complete the inspection from the beginning of their shift. If any major issues are found, the forklift could not be used until the problem has been fixed.
Safety and Maintenance Go Hand-in-Hand
In the United States, there are about 100 deaths related to forklift mishaps and statistic show that almost 20,000 individuals are seriously injured as well. This number translates to represent 54 people a day, 7 days a week, for the whole year. A lot of these mishaps could be easily prevented if the forklift had been properly maintained and serviced. In some circumstances, it might seem like a cost savings to delay or skip regular maintenance, however, these savings will pale in comparison to the cost of one accident.
Items to be Serviced
The manufacturers owner instruction manual would include a recommended maintenance schedule. Schedules would differ depending on every manufacturer and each and every type of forklift. Each schedule would consist of various basic things. For instance, in a combustion engine, the engine oil and the oil filter should be replaced sometimes. Hydraulic levels must be checked as well. Be certain to check hoses for any indications of cracking. Other things involve the brakes, the transmission and the electrical systems of the forklift.