Getting Aboard the Lift truck
The 3-point dismount is amongst the keys to keeping operators safe. It is the key problem for maintaining operator safety, even if this is often overlooked. For example, a few years ago, at a lift truck rally, a participator executed the course perfectly at a forklift rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his machine and forgot to make a 3-point dismount. The judges ended up docking marks from his overall score and he failed to win the competition.
The really serious issue of mounting and dismounting the lift truck is covered in training. Having the operators wear their seatbelts could additionally help save their lives in case of any tip-overs. It is necessary to understand that if a loaded lift truck's center of gravity moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation could occur. Skilled drivers seldom ever run into a tip-over situation, however, it is really important that they are ready for that possibility in case it occurs.
Mount/Dismount
The importance of properly dismounting and mounting any kind of forklift, including even a low platform pallet jack is essential to ensuring the operator stays safe. Far too many injuries occur when complacency happens around these machines. Several of the serious situations comprise: Operator's catching their coveralls or loose clothing when dismounting and can end up falling and wrenching their back. At times, the operator could break or sprain an ankle when they step off of a forklift. The operator could accidentally break an arm when slipping and falling off of the pallet jack. The driver 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 necessary when mounting or dismounting a lift truck in order to keep you safe. The 3 points can be obtained by 2 hands and 1 foot or by 2 feet and 1 hand. This stance is exactly like climbing up or down a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machine. Drivers often tend to hop or jump off the machine or to face away from the equipment and these mistakes really lessen the overall possibility of injury to themselves.
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