Forklift training

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# SAFETY AND TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE (cont.) ## TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE (cont.) ! ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY ! # OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual. 2. Know the location and the purpose of the controls, instruments and indicator lights. 3. Make sure the machine is in proper order and all operational aids and warning signals are functional before operating. 4. Keep the machine clean, including all instrumentation, windows, lights and other glazed surfaces. 5. Use protective clothing and safety equipment. Always use approved safety equipment such as: gloves, safety boots, hard hats, safety glasses and ear protection where necessary. 6. Wear protective clothing that is snug and belted where required. 7. Store tools and other necessary items in the toolbox. 8. Never lift a load without a Rating Chart in the cab. 9. Know the load to be lifted. 10. Be alert, physically fit and free from the influences of alcohol, drugs or medications that might affect the operator's eyesight, hearing, or reactions. 11. Keep people, equipment and material out of the work area. 12. Keep a fully charged fire extinguisher and first aid kit in the cab at all times, and be familiar with how to use these items. 13. Know about - movements of other machinery, trucks and personnel at the jobsite. 14. Make sure everyone is in a safe place before moving the boom, forks, load or outriggers (if SO equipped.) 15. Start and stop movements smoothly and swing at speeds that will keep the load under control. 1-6

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CCOHS CCHST Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Centre canadien d'hygiène et de sécurité au travail Forklift Trucks # Forklift Trucks - Professional Operator ## On this page Who can operate the forklift truck? What should an operator do when operating the forklift truck? What should an operator not do when operating a forklift truck? ## Who can operate the forklift truck? Forklift trucks should be operated only by experienced workers who are trained, certified or licensed to perform this task. Some jurisdictions specify that only a "competent" or "authorized" person may operate powered lift trucks and others may specify a minimum operator age (e.g., 18 years or older). Check with your local occupational health and safety government department for more information. The CSA standard B335-15 (R2020), "Safety standard for lift trucks", includes the development and implementation of a lift truck safety program, operator training requirements, qualifications of the lift truck trainer (including medical and fitness requirements), maintenance and repair practices, etc. ## What should an operator do when operating the forklift truck? - Know the recommended load limit of the forklift and never exceed it. - Know how to assess the weight of the load to be lifted. - Do a visual and operational check of the forklift at the start of the shift. - Always inspect and wear any seat belt or operator restraint device or system when these devices are available on the forklift truck. - Know how to properly enter and leave the vehicle. - Be familiar with the route for travel. - Look ahead for any obstructions or restrictions that might be in the path you are going to travel (e.g., slippery floors, items in the path, weight restrictions for floors, dock or bridge plates, elevators, etc.). Forklift Trucks - Professional Operator CCOHS

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# SECTION 1- - ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY (cont.) ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY # INTRODUCTION Owners, Users, and Operators: Terex (Handlers) appreciates your choice of our machine for your application. Our number one priority is user safety, which is best achieved by our joint efforts. We feel that you make a major contribution to safety if you, as the equipment users and operators: 1. Comply with OSHA, Federal, State, and Local Regulations. 2. Read, Understand, and Follow the instructions in this and other manuals supplied with this machine. 3. Use Good Safe Work Practices in a common sense way. 4. Only have trained/certified operators - directed by informed and knowledgeable supervision-running - the machine. NOTE: OSHA prohibits the alteration or modification of this machine without written manufacturer's approval. Use only factory approved parts to service or repair this machine. If there is anything in this manual that is not clear or which you believe should be added, please send your comments to the Manager of Publications, Terex Handlers, P.O. Box 790, Baraga, Michigan [redacted postal code]. Telephone number [redacted phone]. Thank you! THIS SYMBOL MEANS YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION DECALS ON YOUR ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFT. 1-3

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# ! ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY ! # SAFETY AND TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE SAFETY ! WARNING These are general safety rules, which must be followed. You are also required to read and understand the Operators Manual as there are instructions, which are more detailed specific to this machine. ## TRAINING AND KNOWLEDGE 1. Safety must always be the operators most important concern. 2. This machine must only be operated by trained personnel, who have demonstrated their ability to do so safely. 3. Comply with the requirements of current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, including 29CFR1910.178; and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) B56.6 latest edition. 4. Read and Understand all Decals and Warnings. 5. Read and Understand the Rating Chart. 6. Know that the machine can safety lift each load before attempting to lift. 1-5