Getting Aboard the Forklift
The 3-point dismount is one of the keys to keeping operators safe. It is the key factor for maintaining operator safety, even though this is normally ignored. Like for instance, a few years ago, at a forklift rally, a contestant carried out the course perfectly at a lift truck rally. At the end of his run, he was so thrilled, that he jumped off of his machine and completely forgot to make a 3-point dismount. He failed to win the competition because he judges ended up docking marks from his overall score.
The very serious issue of dismounting and mounting the lift truck is included in training. Having the operators wear their seatbelts could additionally help save their lives in case of any tip-overs. It is really necessary to know that if a loaded forklift's center of gravity moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation can occur. Trained drivers rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is extremely vital that they are ready for that risk in case it happens.
Mount/Dismount
The importance of correctly dismounting and mounting any kind of lift truck, including even a low platform pallet jack is vital to ensuring the driver stays safe. Far too many injuries occur when complacency happens around these equipment. Several of the serious situations include: Operator's catching their loose clothing or coveralls while dismounting and could end up falling and wrenching their back. Sometimes, the operator can sprain or break an ankle when they step off of a forklift. The operator can accidentally break an arm when falling and slipping off of the pallet jack. The operator can suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris while they are still hanging onto the handhold using one hand.
Having 3 points of contact is essential when dismounting or mounting a forklift in order to keep you safe. The 3 points could be obtained by 1 foot and 2 hands or by 2 feet and 1 hand. This stance is exactly like climbing down or up a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machine. Drivers often have a tendency to face away from the machine or to hop or jump off the machinery and these mistakes really reduce the overall possibility being injured.
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