Taylor Counterbalance Forklift San Diego

Getting Aboard the Forklift

Amongst the keys to keeping operators safe is the 3-point dismount. Even though this is often ignored, it is a major factor in keeping operator's safe. For instance, a few years ago, at a lift truck 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 equipment and totally forgot to make a 3-point dismount. The judges ended up docking marks from his overall score and he didn't win the competition.



The very serious problem of dismounting and mounting the forklift is included in training. Having the operators wear their seatbelts can also help save their lives in event of any tip-overs. It is really vital to know that if the center of gravity of a loaded forklift moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation can occur. Trained operators rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is really essential that they are ready for that possibility in case it occurs.



Dismount/Mount

Mounting and dismounting of lift trucks is important for ensuring the driver stays safe. This is also true even on low platform pallet jacks. There are way too many injuries sustained from using these machines. Several of the serious situations comprise: Operator's catching their loose clothing or coveralls while dismounting and can end up falling and wrenching their back. Sometimes, the operator can sprain or break an ankle when they step off of a lift truck. The driver could break an arm accidentally while 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 utilizing one hand.



In order 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 exactly like climbing up or down a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machine. Operators often have a tendency to face away from the equipment or to hop or jump off the machine and these mistakes really reduce the overall possibility of hurting themselves.



For a lot of businesses, Taylors counterbalance lift trucks offer a great solution. They are extremely durable and can withstand a variety of environments and conditions. They are made to last and reliable.

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