Seat Belts for Counterbalances
A type of equipment which could carry loads which are about 30,000 lbs is a forklift. A forklift is also referred to as a counterbalance. Despite being sturdy and large, these industrial equipment still carry the possible risk of accident or crash. To be able to be really safe, be sure to have operators wear an appropriate seat belt in the forklift and make certain that up to standard safety features are also on board. People know that in the event of an accident, seat belts can save lives.
Three-Point Seat Belt
Three-point seat belts could extend over the lap and across the upper body. These types of belts provide an added safety degree by protecting your body. They are available in both bucket-seat and bench-seat styles. The 3-point seat belts are available in either non-retractable or retractable styles.
Most modern vehicles available offer retractable seat belts. Though non-retractable styles increase safety, retractable types provide a lot more comfort. It is impossible for a non-retractable seat belt to extend accidentally.
Lap belts
The type of seat belt that only extends over the lower portion of the body is a two-point lap belt. The majority of lap belts are non-retractable and feature a push-button closure system. In order to secure the seat belt, simply press on the belt button and then the two sides would separate.
Circuit-closed seat belt
The circuit-closed seat belts are the type which force forklift operators to put on a seat belt. These seat belts have a micro-switch attached which enables an alarm to sound if an operator starts a vehicle and is not secured by a seat belt. The circuit-closed seat belts are made in both retractable and non-retractable lap-band styles.