Getting Aboard the Lift truck
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 normally overlooked. For instance, several years ago, at a forklift rally, a contestant carried out the course perfectly at a lift truck rally. At the end of his run, he was so thrilled, that he jumped off of his equipment and completely forgot to make a 3-point dismount. He failed to win the competition because he judges ended up docking marks from his overall score.
The very serious problem of mounting and dismounting the lift truck is covered in training. Having the drivers wear their seatbelts can also help save their lives in case of any tip-overs. It is truly necessary to know that if the center of gravity of a loaded forklift moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation could occur. Trained drivers seldom ever run into a tip-over situation, however, it is very essential that they are ready for that risk in case it occurs.
Mount/Dismount
Mounting and dismounting 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 equipment. Several of the serious situations include: Operator's catching their coveralls or loose clothing while dismounting and can end up falling and breaking their back. Sometimes, the driver can sprain or break an ankle when they step off of a forklift. The driver could accidentally break an arm while slipping and falling off of the pallet jack. The operator could suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris while they are still hanging onto the handhold with one hand.
So as to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is essential. Obtaining 3 points could be done with 2 hands and 1 foot or by 2 feet and 1 hand. This stance is precisely like climbing down or up a ladder. Remember to always face the machine. Operators normally have a tendency to jump or hop off the equipment or to face away from the machinery and these mistakes greatly reduce the overall risk being hurt.
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