Inspection
The proper time to do a forklift inspection:
The start of the shift and before each use.
I can leave the forklift running as long as I am not on it as long as:
It is in eyesight
I can enter a trailer parked at the dock as long as the driver is in eyesight. True/False
False
Depends on if glade hand and wheel chocks are in place.
As a pedestrian I have the right away so I do not need to look both directions when walking through the warehouse. T/F
False. You should be watching for forklift traffic.
What is the only safe way to lift a human with a forklift?
Cage with fall protection.
The proper time to inspect a trailer:
Before entry
I must always wear this when on the forklift:
Seatbelt
The key for the glade hand should be kept here when the glade hand is in use:
The operator's pocket.
Operator being the person unloading/loading the trailer.
Driver pedestrians are permitted to go where in the warehouse while their truck is being loaded/unloaded.
They should be near the desk. They should not be roaming around the warehouse. We don't want them to close to the trailer while you are coming in and out of it.
If a pedestrian is not aware of your presence on the forklift how should you get their attention?
Sound the horn.
Receiving Office
Darby can print them off the computer
When traveling down a ramp or incline the load should be:
Pointed up the incline.
When is an appropriate time for the screen/garage door to be open?
When a trailer is at the dock being loaded/unloaded.
When we are actively lifting something in or out of the door opening.
Who is responsible for forklift safety?
Both pedestrians and drivers. Both have a responsibility to themselves and others.
A safe forklift operating speed can be compared to:
The pace of a quick walk. Or similar comparison.
Trailer Inspections are documented here:
On POR
Before entering a trailer, I have to:
Put Wheel chock and glade hand in place
If I was not the one two put the glade hand or wheel chocks in place and I need to go into a trailer, what should I do?
Confirm the glade hand and wheel chocks are in place. Make sure person with Key is in eyesight.
If I see someone on their phone while in the warehouse I should:
Stop them, pull them to a safe location, and remind them of the dangers of forklifts to pedestrians.
What is the most important safety device on the forklift?
The operator
When driving up a ramp or incline the load should always be:
Pointed up the incline.
Where is the dock safety form located?
On the back of the cintas cabinet in the warehouse.
If someone is lifting a pallet onto or off of the mezzanine I should:
Avoid walking in the area if possible. If not possible be alert and don't walk right under the forklifts load.
What should you do if the forklift starts to tip over: