Safe driving of forklifts: a comprehensive analysis of basic operations

Safe driving: 16 forklift operating tips and active safety systems

In the field of logistics and transportation, forklifts are an indispensable tool, but at the same time, there are safety risks. In order to ensure the safety of forklift operation, we have summarized 16 simple and easy operation tips, and introduced the active safety system that is gradually becoming popular in forklift trucks.

Safety Operation Guidelines:

Active Safety System:

Proficiency in forklift operation skills and full use of the active safety system can effectively reduce the risk of accidents and ensure personal safety and equipment safety.

Certificated: To operate a forklift, you must hold a relevant operating certificate and have undergone professional training.
Dress code: Wear protective equipment such as hard hats, safety shoes, and high-visibility jackets to avoid clothing being stuck by machinery.

Equipment inspection: Be sure to check the brakes, steering, controls and other components before use, and report for repair in time if problems are found.

Specification Activation: Sit properly, fasten your seatbelt, make sure the seat position and mirrors are properly adjusted, and that all controls are within easy reach.

Be aware of the environment: Follow the rules of the job site, pay attention to signs such as floor load, clearance height, etc., and drive cautiously on ramps or turns.

Drive safely: Do not speed, turn slowly, watch out for pedestrians, keep a safe distance, and make sure there is enough space to stop.

Ensure the load is stable: Check that the goods are stable, make sure the goods are tilted back, the forks are lowered, and the goods are secured with safety measures.

Ensure clear vision: In case of obstructed vision, stop operation or seek personnel assistance.

No Passengers: Forklifts are not allowed to carry people unless they are equipped with safety seats.

Stay away from the mast: It is forbidden for personnel to stay or walk under the load or forklift machinery.

Ramp Operation: Move the ramp forward when going uphill and move in the direction of the ramp when going downhill to avoid loading and unloading goods or turning on the ramp.

Prevent overloading: Do not exceed the forklift load capacity, make sure the load is evenly distributed across both forks.

Safe refueling: Refuel at the designated place, turn off the forklift, and pay attention to fire prevention measures.

Finishing touches: After finishing the work, park the forklift in the designated area, lower the forks, activate the parking brake, turn off the power and remove the key.

Seat belt interlock switch: The forklift cannot be started without wearing a seat belt.

Overload Lock & Speed Control: Limit driving or limit speed after overloading.

Safety and anti-collision: When encountering pedestrians or shelves, take the initiative to warn and slow down, and brake and stop driving at dangerous distances.

High level automatic deceleration: When the load rises to a certain height, the travel speed is automatically limited/reduced.

Charging alarm: Monitor the concentration of hydrogen in charging, and automatically turn on the exhaust fan and issue an audible and visual alarm when the standard is exceeded.