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    This document outlines safety procedures for operating forklifts. It identifies key hazards such as tipping, contact with people or loads, mechanical failure, and improper loading. Required safety equipment includes a hard hat, high visibility vest, safety glasses, gloves, appropriate footwear, first aid supplies, and fire extinguisher. Operating procedures specify that only trained operators are permitted to operate forklifts, pre-trip inspections must be done, no passengers are allowed, and proper loading and traffic control procedures must be followed. Maintenance procedures require following the owner's manual for scheduled maintenance and stopping work to assess equipment safety after any collisions.

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    This document outlines safety procedures for operating forklifts. It identifies key hazards such as tipping, contact with people or loads, mechanical failure, and improper loading. Required safety equipment includes a hard hat, high visibility vest, safety glasses, gloves, appropriate footwear, first aid supplies, and fire extinguisher. Operating procedures specify that only trained operators are permitted to operate forklifts, pre-trip inspections must be done, no passengers are allowed, and proper loading and traffic control procedures must be followed. Maintenance procedures require following the owner's manual for scheduled maintenance and stopping work to assess equipment safety after any collisions.

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    Forklift Operation Safety Procedure

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    This document outlines safety procedures for operating forklifts. It identifies key hazards such as tipping, contact with people or loads, mechanical failure, and improper loading. Required safety equipment includes a hard hat, high visibility vest, safety glasses, gloves, appropriate footwear, first aid supplies, and fire extinguisher. Operating procedures specify that only trained operators are permitted to operate forklifts, pre-trip inspections must be done, no passengers are allowed, and proper loading and traffic control procedures must be followed. Maintenance procedures require following the owner's manual for scheduled maintenance and stopping work to assess equipment safety after any collisions.

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    BCTS Provincial Safe Work Procedure #12

    Forklift Operation

    Key Hazards Applicable Safety Equipment

    Tipping hazard of machine Hard hat, high visibility safety vest


    Contact with persons(s) with Safety glasses
    machine, load and or a Hearing protection
    combination of machine and Gloves
    load and rotating parts. Appropriate footwear
    Mechanical failure First aid equipment
    Operator competency Fire extinguisher
    Poor visibility Radio or phone communications
    Improper loading or overloading Operators manual
    Improper refuelling techniques
    Lack of emergency
    preparedness

    PROCEDURES

    1. Only authorized and trained workers shall operate the forklift.


    2. Determine that the forklift is the proper equipment to use for the job or operation.
    3. The operator will conduct and document a pre-trip inspection and submit to appropriate personnel.
    4. Where necessary conduct pre-work meeting between operator and helper of task at hand.
    5. No passengers permitted in or on the forklift while in operation.
    6. If the forklift is found to be unsafe or in need of repair then the forklift will be tagged out of service.
    7. Traffic in and around the work area shall be controlled by the operator and/or helper.
    8. Utilize help when necessary in congested and or confined areas.
    9. Helper to maintain communication with operator at all times.
    10. Be familiar with operators manual for particular piece of equipment that will be used.
    11. Dont leave machine running and un-attended.
    12. Wear seat belts at all times.
    13. Upon completion of use ensure forks are down, parking brake is on and keys removed.
    14. The operator shall ensure the forklift is within the safe working load.
    15. The operator shall ensure the working running surface is safe and appropriate for the machine and
    load being transported.
    16. Ensure equipment is routinely inspected.

    EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
    1. Conduct all regular scheduled maintenance in accordance with owners manual.
    2. Any collisions with the forklift will result in work stoppage and an assessment of the equipment to
    ensure safe operation.

    May 1, 2015

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