There are healthy and safety rules governing the utilization of lift trucks. Any big machine, like a lift truck, is potentially dangerous and should be operated safely. The regulations and rules state that the operator should carry out daily inspections on the forklift and more thorough checks on a weekly basis and each and every month. The following checks need to be done on the lift truck:
Forklift Brakes - brakes on lift trucks are key features that should be double and triple checked. A brake check is done with different pressures and pedal heights to determine the sensitivity of the brakes. The brake lights must be inspected at the same time.
The Tires - lift truck tires are also key for the safe performance of the lift truck and to the braking system. All the tires must be correctly inspected to make sure they are inflated to the right pressure and that there are no punctures in the tires.
Controller - To determine whether the system is in good working condition, the forklift controller system has to be checked by operating the forks and the release mechanism. Any indication of issues must immediately reported and tended to. The lift truck must not be utilized until the controller system has been repaired.
Steering Wheel - In order to make sure that the turning of the wheel is correct, the operator must inspect the lift truck steering wheel. Forklift safety depends on the steering wheel responding well and working precisely. There are a variety 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 needs oil. The dipstick will show the oil color and the level of the oil. The oil must be refilled if the level is too 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 will have to be tested to ensure it will function properly in the event of a fire. Various kinds of fire extinguisher must be inspected in specific ways. Like for instance, a dry chemical extinguisher must be shaken.