Getting Aboard the Lift truck
The 3-point dismount is one of the keys to maintaining operator safety. It is the main factor for keeping operator's safety, even though this is normally ignored. For example, several years ago, at a forklift rally, a participator carried out the course perfectly at a lift truck rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his machinery and totally 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 importance of mounting and dismounting forklifts is a very serious thing to be covered in training. In addition, having drivers wear their seatbelts could potentially save their lives in the event of a tip-over. It is truly essential to know that if the center of gravity of a loaded lift truck moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation could happen. Skilled operators rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is very essential that they are prepared for that risk in case it occurs.
Mount/Dismount
Mounting and dismounting of forklifts is important for ensuring the driver stays safe. This is also essential even on low platform pallet jacks. There are way too many injuries sustained from utilizing these equipment. Some 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 can break or sprain an ankle when they step off of a lift truck. The operator can accidentally break an arm while falling and slipping off of the pallet jack. The operator could suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris while they are still hanging onto the handhold with one hand.
So as to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is essential. Obtaining 3 points can be done with 1 foot and 2 hands or by 2 feet and 1 hand. This stance is exactly like climbing down or up a ladder. Remember to face the machinery at all times. Operators often tend to jump or hop off the machine or to face away from the machinery and these mistakes greatly reduce the overall possibility of hurting themselves.
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