10 Steps to Forklift Safety

Ensuring the forklift safety of your warehouse operators is important for both the success of your business and the well-being of your workforce. Every warehouse worker must be well-versed in navigating potential hazards, whether it’s operating machinery, adopting safe lifting practices, or undergoing mandatory forklift training in accordance with OSHA standards.

According to OSHA Guidelines 29 CFR 1910.178(l), proper training and authorization are mandatory for individuals operating powered industrial trucks, particularly forklifts. Non-compliance can lead to fines ranging from $7,000 to $70,000. To assist companies in meeting these regulatory obligations, Total Warehouse offers a range of programs designed to ensure compliance and promote a safe working environment.

Here are 10 steps to Forklift Safety

Regulations

Certifications – Have you received forklift training?

Inspections – Have you filled out an inspected sheet before operating the forklift?

Maintenance

Charging Batteries – Do you know how to correctly charge the forklift?

Checking Components – Are the major parts of a forklift safe to operate?

Precautions

Personal Protective Equipment – Are you wearing appropriate PPE?

Neutralizing Potential Hazards – What forklift component can you use to minimize major risk areas in the warehouse?

Practical Skills

Mounting & Dismounting – What are the 3 points of contacts?

Travel & Stopping – Do you know how to stop the forklift?

Maneuvering – What are the directional levers of the forklift?

Lifting – Do you know how high and how heavy the forklift can lift?

At Total Warehouse, we can ensure that forklift training and safety in the warehouse is done correctly. Our experienced instructors deliver extensive training materials and share valuable insights to help safeguard your organization against OSHA fines and prevent operator injuries.