Getting Aboard the Forklift
One of the keys to maintaining operator safety is the 3-point dismount. Even though this is often overlooked, it is a main problem in maintaining operator safety. Like for instance, several years ago, at a forklift rally, a participator executed the course perfectly at a forklift rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his machinery and totally forgot to make a 3-point dismount. He failed to win the competition because he judges ended up docking marks from his overall score.
The very serious problem of mounting and dismounting the forklift is included in training. Having the drivers wear their seatbelts can also help save their lives in event of any tip-overs. It is necessary to understand that if a loaded forklift's center of gravity moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation can occur. Trained drivers rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, however, it is extremely important that they are prepared for that risk in case it occurs.
Dismount/Mount
The importance of correctly dismounting and mounting any kind of forklift, including even a low platform pallet jack is vital to ensuring the driver stays safe. Far too many injuries occur when complacency happens around these equipment. Some of the serious situations consist of: Driver's catching their coveralls or loose clothing while dismounting and can end up falling and wrenching their back. Sometimes, the operator can sprain or break an ankle when they step off of a forklift. The driver can accidentally break an arm when slipping and falling off of the pallet jack. The driver can suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris when they are still hanging onto the handhold with one hand.
In order to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is vital. Obtaining 3 points could be done with 1 foot and 2 hands or by 1 hand and 2 feet. This stance is exactly like climbing down or up a ladder. Remember to always face the machine. Operators normally have a tendency to hop or jump off the machine or to face away from the machinery and these mistakes really reduce the overall risk being hurt.
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