There are healthy and safety regulations governing the utilization of forklift trucks. Any huge machinery, such as a lift truck, is potentially dangerous and must be used safely. The rules and regulations state that the operator must conduct daily checks on the forklift and more thorough checks on a weekly basis and on a monthly basis. The following checks should be done on the forklift:
Forklift Brakes - brakes on forklifts are key features that should be double and triple checked. A brake check is performed with various pedal heights and pressures to determine the sensitivity of the brakes. The brake lights should be checked at the same time.
The Tires - the tires are also vital to the safe functioning of the truck and to the braking system. All the tires need to be inspected correctly to make certain that there are no punctures in the tires and they are inflated to the right pressure.
Controller - the forklift controller system is inspected by operating the forks and the release to know that the system is in good working order. Any sign of problems must immediately reported and tended to. The forklift should not be utilized until the controller system has been fixed.
Steering Wheel - the operator should check the forklift steering wheel to make certain the turning of the wheel is correct. Lift truck safety depends on the steering wheel responding well and functioning precisely. There are various types of inspections that can be performed to determine steering wheel performance.
Engine Oil - the Removing the oil dip stick from the engine with help determine if the engine requires oil. The dipstick will show both the oil color and the level of the oil. The oil should be refilled if the level is very low. If the colour is off, there might be contamination happening.
Fire Extinguisher - forklifts are required by law to carry a fire extinguisher. This fire extinguisher would need to be tested to ensure it will work properly in the event of a fire. Various types of fire extinguisher need to be checked in specific ways. For example, a dry chemical extinguisher must be shaken.