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10 Rules For Forklift Safety
### **10 Rules for Forklift Safety**
#### **The Safety Brief**
Operating a forklift safely is critical to preventing workplace accidents and injuries. These 10 rules provide a foundation for safe forklift operations.
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### **1. Only Trained Operators Allowed**
- **Certification Required**: Only trained and certified operators should use forklifts.
- **Regular Refresher Training**: Update skills and knowledge regularly to stay compliant and safe.
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### **2. Inspect Forklifts Daily**
- **Pre-Shift Inspection**: Check tires, brakes, steering, mast, forks, fluid levels, and safety devices.
- **Report Issues Immediately**: Do not operate a forklift that needs repairs.
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### **3. Wear Appropriate PPE**
- **Safety Gear**: Always wear a hard hat, high-visibility clothing, and steel-toed boots.
- **Seatbelts**: Fasten the seatbelt to protect against tip-overs.
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### **4. Maintain Proper Load Handling**
- **Do Not Overload**: Stay within the forklift’s rated capacity.
- **Secure the Load**: Ensure the load is balanced, secured, and stable.
- **Keep Loads Low**: Carry loads as close to the ground as possible for better stability.
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### **5. Operate at Safe Speeds**
- **Avoid Sudden Movements**: No sharp turns, quick stops, or abrupt accelerations.
- **Adjust Speed**: Slow down in tight spaces, around corners, or on uneven surfaces.
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### **6. Keep Forklift Areas Clear**
- **Designate Zones**: Separate pedestrian and forklift traffic with marked walkways.
- **Clear Pathways**: Ensure the route is free from obstacles, spills, or debris.
- **Use Spotters**: Employ spotters in areas with limited visibility.
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### **7. Use Horns and Warning Signals**
- **Alert Others**: Sound the horn at intersections, blind spots, and when approaching pedestrians.
- **Lights and Alarms**: Ensure the forklift’s warning lights and backup alarms are functioning.
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### **8. Avoid Dangerous Maneuvers**
- **Never Ride the Forks**: No one should ever stand or ride on the forks.
- **No Horseplay**: Operate forklifts responsibly and avoid distractions like using phones.
- **Follow Incline Rules**: Always travel with the load uphill and forks facing upward.
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### **9. Park Safely**
- **Engage Parking Brake**: Always set the parking brake when leaving the forklift.
- **Lower the Forks**: Lower forks to the ground when parked to prevent tripping hazards.
- **Turn Off the Engine**: Shut off the power when the forklift is not in use.
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### **10. Stay Alert and Aware**
- **Check Your Surroundings**: Be vigilant of other workers, obstacles, and changing conditions.
- **Watch for Blind Spots**: Use mirrors and cameras to monitor hard-to-see areas.
- **Avoid Fatigue**: Take breaks to stay sharp and alert during long shifts.
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### **Takeaway Message**
Forklift safety starts with awareness, proper training, and following these 10 essential rules. Everyone in the workplace shares responsibility for creating a safe environment.
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