Daewoo Counterbalance Forklifts Long Beach

Utilizing a Standard Counterbalance lift truck

1 Carry out a pre-shift check before operating the machine. Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines state that a pre-shift checklist should be done at the beginning of every work shift. Every different machine together with its attachments has its own checklist listing lights, emergency brakes, brakes, steering, horn, controls and safety features.



2 Start up the machine and check controls. Primarily make sure that your seatbelt is fixed firmly and the seat is securely in place and adjusted for your comfort. Look beneath the equipment after you move it for any signs of leaks. The operation of every kind of forklift is different.



3 The basic operation of a machinery is basically as opposed to a regular vehicle. The forklift has a rear end swing of the forklift happens because the truck steers using its rear wheels. Forgetting this fact is a main cause of accidents and injuries to workers. The almost 90-degree turn from the front wheels should be performed with utmost care. These top-heavy machinery have a high center of gravity even without a load. When lifting or transporting a load this top-heaviness is exacerbated.



4 When traveling, keep the forks near the ground and use caution when approaching loads. Make sure that the forks line up with the pallet. Lift the load only as high as is necessary, tilting it back to help stabilize the machine. Only drive backwards if the load is very bulky that it obstructs driver vision.



5 Check the wheels on trailers/trucks before unloading and loading. Do not travel on inclines, specially when carrying a load. The machinery could tip over on a slope. When driving on a slope is necessary, always drive up the incline and back down. The load must be kept on the uphill side of the truck.



6 The forklift operator must always be in firm control at all times. Tipping over is the main cause of operator injuries. The driver must never try to jump out of the truck in case of a tip-over. The safest way is to lean away from the direction of fall while holding the steering wheel and bracing your feet.

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