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Forklift Training and Workplace Safety Guide

The post here describes you about the workplace safety tips while working with forklift. Read now and get sound knowledge to avoid accidents. Know more at http://waata.com.au/high-risk-work-licences/forklift/

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Forklift Training and Workplace Safety Guide

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  1. Forklift Workplace Safety Guide – Read Now! www.waata.com.au

  2. The financial and human cost of forklift related accidents for workers, industry and the community is substantial. However incidents can be prevented, especially when workers and Persons Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBUs) work together to improve health and safety outcomes at work. www.waata.com.au

  3. Forklift Workplace Safety Tips www.waata.com.au

  4. FORKLIFT SELECTION • Check whether the capacity, reach capabilities and the features of the forklift selected to do a job are suitable for the types of loads to be handled. • The fire hazard designation of the forklift selected to do a job are suitable for the atmospheric conditions in the workplace. • Every forklift clearly displays a load chart showing the maximum rated load and the variation of the rated safe load capacity with the reach of the forklift. If the forklift has been modified, the chart must reflect any changes to load rating. • Forklifts are equipped with warning devices and lights that are appropriate for the work Environment. www.waata.com.au

  5. HAZARD ASSESSMENT • Identify how workers who operate or work around forklifts may be harmed. • Prepare a written report specifying the existing and potential hazards identified. • Reassess the sources of harm if any element of the work, such as equipment, workers, loads or work environment changes in a significant way. • Techniques used to identify hazards may include seeking advice from safety associations or other specialists, talking with supervisors and workers, reviewing information from manufacturers and reviewing work processes. www.waata.com.au

  6. SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES • Forklift operators must be qualified to use the type of forklifts being used. • No part of a load may pass over any worker. • No load may exceed the maximum rated load capacity. • All loads must be handled in accordance with the height and weight restrictions on the forklift’s load chart. • Loads should be carried as close to the ground or floor as the situation safely permits. • Forklift operator must use a seat belt, or other restraining device if the forklift is equipped with ROPS, when operating the forklift. • Loads that may tip or fall and endanger a worker must be secured. www.waata.com.au

  7. Want to know more about forklift workplace safety and forklift training in Perth, visit www.waata.com.au/high-risk-work-licences/forklift Or call at 08 9250 6022 www.waata.com.au

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