www.safetygoodwe.com Chapter : Forklift Safety Forklifts on Rough Terrain Rough terrain forklifts require the right operators to handle them and misuse can lead to serious accidents. The workhorses are designed to handle heavy loads and operate on challenging terrain. Most rough terrain forklift accidents are caused by operator error. The right training procedures can help your employees understand how to carefully operate the equipment to prevent serious accidents. The three most common types of accidents on rough terrain are: Rollovers Tipovers Collisions And what causes the accidents? The culprits are: Slopes Dips, holes, and trenches Narrow aisles Ground and overhead obstructions Discuss Hazards Beforehand One of the most important things to do is to hold a training session with your employees before they drive on the rough terrain. Discuss the hazards so they know what can occur if they do not practice the right safety habits when driving ...
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