01MANDATORY
Authorized Operators Only
- ✓Only trained and authorized personnel may operate the forklift.
- ✓Operate equipment within the scope of authorization.
- ✓Prevent unauthorized use.
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Forklift Critical Safety Rules
AUTHORIZED OPERATOR • INSPECT • RESPECT CAPACITY • PROTECT PEDESTRIANS
OSHA 29 CFR 1926EN 361 • EN 365 • EN 795ISO 45001 Framework
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SB-FLT-001
Revision 1.0
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✓Area Isolation
02MANDATORY
Inspect Before Use
- ✓Complete the pre-shift forklift inspection.
- ✓Check brakes, steering, horn, tyres and forks.
- ✓Remove unsafe equipment from service.
03MANDATORY
Respect Rated Capacity
- ✓Check the capacity plate.
- ✓Consider load centre and attachment effects.
- ✓Do not carry overloaded or unstable loads.
04MANDATORY
Keep the Load Stable
- ✓Centre the load on the forks.
- ✓Keep the load as low as practicable while travelling.
- ✓Secure loose materials.
05MANDATORY
Separate Pedestrians
- ✓Respect pedestrian routes.
- ✓Use the horn at blind spots and doorways.
- ✓Never allow people beneath elevated loads.
06MANDATORY
Maintain Visibility
- ✓Travel in a safe direction or use a spotter when the load blocks visibility.
- ✓Slow down at intersections.
- ✓Adjust speed to site conditions.
07MANDATORY
Control Travel on Slopes
- ✓Do not make sudden turns on ramps.
- ✓Keep the load oriented safely on grades.
- ✓Reduce speed on slippery or damaged surfaces.
08MANDATORY
Park Safely
- ✓Fully lower the forks.
- ✓Neutralize controls and apply the parking brake.
- ✓Control the key against unauthorized operation.
Critical Stop Criteria
🛑 Stop Work Now
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NEVER OPERATE A FORKLIFT WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION
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NEVER EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY
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NEVER ALLOW PEOPLE BENEATH A LOAD
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NEVER TRAVEL BLIND WITHOUT CONTROLS
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NEVER LEAVE A FORKLIFT WITH FORKS RAISED
Technical Control
Critical Values
AUTHORIZED
Operator requirement
EACH SHIFT
Forklift inspection
CAPACITY
Do not exceed data plate
PEDESTRIAN
Separation and visibility
Reference
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178
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Personal Protective Equipment
Required PPE
⛑️
Safety Helmet
EN 397
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Safety Glasses
EN 166
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Work Gloves
EN 388
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Safety Footwear
ISO 20345
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High-Visibility Vest
EN 361
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