Getting Aboard the Lift truck
The 3-point dismount is among the keys to keeping operators safe. It is the key issue for maintaining operator safety, even though this is normally overlooked. For instance, several years ago, at a lift truck rally, a participator carried out the course perfectly at a forklift rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his equipment and totally forgot to make a 3-point dismount. He didn't win the competition because he judges ended up docking marks from his overall score.
The importance of dismounting and mounting forklifts is a really serious factor to be included in training. Additionally, having operators wear their seatbelts could really save their lives in the event of a tip-over. It is really essential to understand that if a loaded forklift's center of gravity moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation could occur. Skilled operators rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is really vital that they are ready for that risk in case it occurs.
Dismount/Mount
Dismounting and mounting of forklifts is essential for ensuring the operator stays safe. This is also true even on low platform pallet jacks. There are way too many injuries sustained from utilizing these machines. Some of the serious situations include: Driver's catching their loose clothing or coveralls when dismounting and could end up falling and wrenching their back. Sometimes, the operator can sprain or break an ankle when they step off of a lift truck. The operator could break an arm accidentally while slipping and falling off of the pallet jack. The driver can suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris while they are still hanging onto the handhold using one hand.
So as to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is necessary. Obtaining 3 points can be done with 2 hands and 1 foot or by 1 hand and 2 feet. This stance is exactly like climbing down or up a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machine. Drivers normally have a tendency to face away from the machinery or to hop or jump off the equipment and these mistakes really reduce the overall possibility of injury to themselves.
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