Getting Aboard the Forklift
The 3-point dismount is amongst the keys to maintaining operator safety. It is the key problem for keeping operator's safety, even though this is often ignored. For instance, several years ago, at a forklift rally, a participator carried out the course perfectly at a lift truck rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his equipment and completely forgot to make a 3-point dismount. The judges ended up docking marks from his overall score and he failed to win the competition.
The importance of dismounting and mounting forklifts is a very serious thing to be covered in training. Moreover, having drivers wear their seatbelts could potentially save their lives in the event of a tip-over. It is really essential to know that if the center of gravity of a loaded lift truck moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation can happen. Skilled drivers seldom ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is extremely vital that they are ready for that risk in case it happens.
Dismount/Mount
Dismounting and mounting of forklifts is important for ensuring the operator stays safe. This is also important even on low platform pallet jacks. There are way too many injuries sustained from using these machines. Some of the serious situations consist of: Driver's catching their coveralls or loose clothing when dismounting and could end up falling and wrenching their back. At times, the driver can break or sprain an ankle when they step off of a lift truck. The operator could break an arm accidentally while falling and slipping off of the pallet jack. The operator could suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris when they are still hanging onto the handhold using one hand.
Having 3 points of contact is vital when mounting or dismounting a forklift in order to keep you safe. The 3 points could be obtained by 1 foot and 2 hands or by 2 feet and 1 hand. This stance is exactly like climbing down or up a ladder. Don't forget to face the machinery at all times. Operators normally have a tendency to hop or jump off the machine or to face away from the machinery and these mistakes really lessen the overall risk of hurting themselves.
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