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Forklift Safety Tips & Guidelines
Each and every year, there are around 20,000 cases of accidents that are connected to utilizing forklifts within the United States alone. And each year approximately 100 deaths are attributed to forklift accidents. Fortunately, proper training regarding maintenance and operation procedures can considerably lessen the chance of accidents. The following basic safety regulations and tips must be followed whenever utilizing a forklift.

Training
It is the duty of the employer to make certain that the proper training program is given to the employees and that forklift operators are trained.. Training involves a combination of presentations, lectures, practical hands-on training and discussions. Reevaluation must take place every three years. Operators of forklifts must be up-to-date with current forklift safety regulations. Forklift training program content includes general workplace hazards, dangers of forklift operations, workplace surfaces and lighting, and dangers related to utilizing the specific forklift which the employee would be using. An employee must be at least 18 years old to operate a forklift.

Maintenance
In order to make certain that the machinery is working safely and properly, forklift inspection must be done each day. The inspection involves keeping a checklist of things and reporting any problems right away.

The Work Site
Having a safe and clean workplace is vital in the safe use of a forklift. A work site which is safe means establishing "traffic lanes" that are designated for forklift use only. Warning systems like for example horns and flashing lights should be in place to be able to indicate when there is an approaching forklift. Forklift docking stations must be kept in good repair and inspected on a daily basis.

General Guidelines
General safety rules for forklift operation consist of respecting the load capacity of the forklift and never going over the maximum; avoiding known hazards on the ground, like wet spots or oil spills; lowering or raising the load only when the forklift is stationary; ensuring there is enough clearance for the load; and keeping legs, hands and arms inside the vehicle during operation.

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