Getting Aboard the Forklift
The 3-point dismount is one of the keys to maintaining operator safety. It is the key problem for keeping operator's safety, even if this is normally ignored. For example, several years ago, at a forklift rally, a participator perfectly executed the course at a forklift rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his machine and totally forgot to make a 3-point dismount. The judges ended up docking marks from his overall score and he didn't win the competition.
The very serious problem of dismounting and mounting the lift truck is covered in training. Having the operators wear their seatbelts can also help save their lives in case of any tip-overs. It is really essential to understand that if the center of gravity of a loaded lift truck moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation could happen. Trained drivers rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is really vital that they are ready for that risk in case it happens.
Mount/Dismount
Dismounting and mounting of lift trucks is important for ensuring the driver stays safe. This is also essential even on low platform pallet jacks. There are way too many injuries sustained from utilizing these equipment. Several of the serious situations comprise: Operator's catching their loose clothing or coveralls while dismounting and could end up falling and wrenching their back. Sometimes, the operator can break or sprain an ankle when they step off of a lift truck. The operator can accidentally break an arm when falling and slipping off of the pallet jack. The operator can suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris when they are still hanging onto the handhold utilizing one hand.
In order to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is necessary. Obtaining 3 points could be done with 1 foot and 2 hands or by 2 feet and 1 hand. This stance is exactly like climbing down or up a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machinery. Drivers often have a tendency to hop or jump off the equipment or to face away from the machinery and these mistakes really lessen the overall risk being hurt.
For a lot of companies, Taylors counterbalance lift trucks provide a great solution. They can withstand a range of environments and conditions and are really durable. They are dependable and made to last.