Training
This is the minimum requirement for forklift operators to legally operate a forklift on a construction site according to OSHA standards.
What is forklift operator training and certification?
Before operating a forklift, operators must perform this safety check to ensure the equipment is in good working condition.
What is a pre-operational inspection?
Forklift operators should always be aware of this type of hazard, especially when operating in narrow aisles or near walls.
What is a clearance hazard?
This is the leading cause of forklift-related injuries and fatalities in construction environments.
What is a forklift tipping over?
Forklift operators must wear this to stay safe while operating the machine.
What is a seatbelt?
This type of forklift training should include both theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on skills to ensure safe operation.
What is a combination of classroom and on-the-job training?
When operating a forklift, operators should always keep the forks in this position when not in use to reduce the risk of accidents.
What is the lowest possible position?
When traveling with a load, operators should always ensure that the load is tilted back to this position to keep it stable and secure.
What is the load’s "carrying position" or "upright position"?
Forklifts are often involved in accidents when the operator does this while driving, leading to collisions or tip-overs.
What is driving too fast or recklessly?
Before starting the forklift, the operator should always check these to make sure the machine is working properly.
What are the brakes?
Forklift operators must be trained to recognize and respond to these types of hazards, which include uneven surfaces and obstructions on the ground
What are environmental hazards?
Forklift operators must ensure they have a clear view of the path ahead, especially when traveling in reverse. If not, they should use this safety measure.
What is using a spotter or sounding the horn?
When turning a forklift, operators should always slow down to prevent this type of hazard.
What is a rollover or tip-over hazard?
This type of hazard occurs when a forklift operator is not aware of pedestrians in the area, leading to accidents or injuries.
What is a lack of proper visibility or not using spotters?
Forklift operators should never drive with the forks in this position to avoid hitting objects or people.
What is raised?
Forklift training includes learning how to properly operate the forklift, but it also involves this critical skill, which can prevent accidents caused by other people on the job site.
What is pedestrian awareness?
When stacking or unstacking loads, operators must ensure the load is balanced and the forklift is on this type of surface to prevent tipping.
What is a stable and level surface?
When loading or unloading materials with a forklift, operators should always check that the load is balanced and secure before doing this.
What is moving the forklift?
This type of load condition can make a forklift unstable, causing it to tip over or lose control.
What is an unbalanced or improperly secured load?
Forklift operators should always drive in this direction when going uphill or down a slope to prevent tipping.
What is straight (drive straight uphill and downhill)?
This is the frequency with which forklift operators should undergo refresher training, especially after any safety incident or equipment change.
What is every three years or after an accident?
Forklift operators should never exceed this safety limit when driving with a load on the forks to avoid tipping.
What is the forklift’s rated capacity or load limit?
This action should be avoided while operating a forklift, as it can cause instability and increase the risk of a tip-over.
What is lifting or driving with an elevated load?
This common hazard occurs when a forklift operator doesn't follow the safe practice of lowering the forks before moving, increasing the risk of hitting objects or people.
What is driving with the forks raised?
Forklift operators should keep their speed low when driving in this type of area to avoid accidents.
What is a crowded or narrow area?