When do you ground the forks on a forklift

Contact our safety specialist to schedule training! Understanding the forklift load center is vital to an operator keeping the forklift and load stable. Keep in mind that forklifts typically weigh almost twice of their rated lift capacity.

To protect operators and product, load center ratings are required on the forklift data plate. To understand the concept of load center, visualize two children […]. An unloaded standard forklift at 5, lbs of rated lift capacity weighs 9, lbs. With a load, the forklift weight can increase to 14, lbs. When carrying a maximum capacity load, a […]. ProLift Toyota Material Handling services any make and model of forklift, aerial lift, utility vehicle and other material handling equipment.

ProLift Toyota Material Handling works with our trusted manufacturers to carry replacement parts for all your material handling equipment. See the ProLift Resource Center. Learn More Request Service. Also perform good safety practices when picking up load, unloading and traveling. Forklift Safety Tips. When can carrying a load, it is good practice to: When traveling with a load, always make sure to tilt the mast of the forklift backward so that the load will firmly place against the backrest to make it more secure during transport.

By doing this, you move the center of gravity towards to rear of the forklift making it more secure when traveling. Distribute the weight of the load properly. If the load is off-center, it can cause the forklift to flip over. Travel in reverse if the load that you are carrying blocks the front view. Be attentive and know the height of the mast and overhead guard when traveling, especially when you are entering or exiting warehouse entrances.

Never overload, check the maximum load capacity of the truck that you are using. Overloading causes tip over and tip-overs are frequent occurrence in the workplace and it is among the leading cause of deaths and severe injury to the operator. Further reading:. Livermore Southfront Rd. Livermore, CA Sacramento Port St. West Sacramento CA Fresno Toyota Ave.

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