Getting Aboard the Lift truck
The 3-point dismount is among the keys to maintaining operator safety. It is the key factor for maintaining operator safety, even though this is often ignored. For example, several years ago, at a forklift rally, a participator executed the course perfectly at a lift truck rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his machine and forgot to make a 3-point dismount. He didn't win the competition because he judges ended up docking marks from his overall score.
The really serious issue of dismounting and mounting the forklift is included in training. Having the operators wear their seatbelts can also help save their lives in case of any tip-overs. It is vital to know that if a loaded lift truck's center of gravity moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation can occur. Trained drivers seldom ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is very vital that they are prepared for that risk in case it happens.
Dismount/Mount
Mounting and dismounting of forklifts is vital for ensuring the driver stays safe. This is also essential even on low platform pallet jacks. There are way too many injuries sustained from utilizing these machines. Some of the serious situations consist of: Operator's catching their coveralls or loose clothing when dismounting and could end up falling and wrenching their back. Sometimes, the driver could 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 can 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 essential when mounting or dismounting a lift truck so as to keep you safe. The 3 points can be obtained by 1 foot and 2 hands or by 1 hand and 2 feet. This stance is exactly like climbing up or down a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machine. Operators normally have a tendency to face away from the machinery or to hop or jump off the machine and these mistakes really reduce the overall risk being hurt.
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