Getting Aboard the Lift truck
The 3-point dismount is among the keys to maintaining operator safety. It is the key factor for maintaining operator safety, even though this is usually ignored. Like for example, a few years ago, at a forklift rally, a participator carried out 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. He didn't win the competition because he judges ended up docking marks from his overall score.
The really serious issue of dismounting and mounting the forklift is covered in training. Having the operators wear their seatbelts can also help save their lives in event of any tip-overs. It is necessary to understand that if the center of gravity of a loaded lift truck moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation could happen. Trained drivers seldom ever run into a tip-over situation, however, it is very essential that they are ready for that risk in case it occurs.
Dismount/Mount
The importance of properly dismounting and mounting any kind of lift truck, including even a low platform pallet jack is essential to ensuring the operator stays safe. Far too many injuries result when complacency happens around these machines. Several of the serious situations include: Operator's catching their coveralls or loose clothing while dismounting and could end up falling and wrenching their back. At times, the operator could sprain or break an ankle when they step off of a forklift. The operator can break an arm accidentally while falling and slipping off of the pallet jack. The driver could suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris while they are still hanging onto the handhold using one hand.
So as to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is necessary. Obtaining 3 points can be done with 1 foot and 2 hands or by 2 feet and 1 hand. This stance is precisely like climbing down or up a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machinery. Drivers normally have a tendency to face away from the equipment or to jump or hop off the equipment and these mistakes really lessen the overall possibility of hurting themselves.
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