A reliable, certified forklift operator can do wonders for a workplace that requires these machines to complete tasks day-in and day-out. If they can maintain effective workplace safety and efficiency while operating their vehicles, then you should be able to see the results in their work each day. This guide will showcase common forklift operator mistakes […]
Category Archives: Forklift Safety
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Forklift training requires a thorough knowledge of how a forklift operates. Not only will a trainee need to know how to drive the forklift, but they’ll need to know how to take care of it too. This includes knowing how to perform a daily inspection, in addition to knowing how to spot the telltale signs […]
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Improper loading with a forklift is very dangerous in the workplace. If an operator has trouble understanding forklift load capacity, they shouldn’t get behind the wheel. To refresh the minds of forklift operators and help educate operators-in-training, we put together this guide to forklift load capacity and its importance. Finding the Load Capacity It’s not […]
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Forklifts are a very useful tool for many warehouses across the country when the right operator is behind the wheel. Certification from an OSHA-approved, content rich training class, is the first thing a new employee needs to obtain to become a legal forklift operator. However, just because a new employee passes the test doesn’t give […]
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When choosing the right tires for your forklift, you can go with one of two tire types: pneumatic or cushion. The choice doesn’t rely on which tire looks better; it relies on the type of loads and environment your forklift will be interacting with. Before finding new tires for your forklift, take a look at […]
Forklift Safety, Forklift Training & Certification
Common Forklift Accidents and How to Prevent Them
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Becoming a forklift operator can be a laborious process, but there’s a reason for that. Without proper training and understanding of these common pieces of heavy machinery, you can get hurt, someone else can get hurt, or property can get damaged. Obviously, these are all things that need to be avoided in functioning, organized warehouse […]