FORM NO: RA-SR-02A

KIENTA ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD

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SAFE WORK PROCEDURE FOR SWP NO. :1

LAST REVIEW DATE : 30 SEP 2016
OPERATION OF FORKLIFT
REVISION NO.: REV 2

SCOPE REFERENCES
To ensure safe work operation and compliance a. CP101:2004 Code of practice
with the Workplace Safety and Health Act and for safe use of powered
subsidiary legislation. counterbalanced forklift
This SWP applies to the use of forklifts. b. Risk assessment records

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manager To regularly review operations for adequacy

Safety Sup/ Supervisor To enforce requirements of safe operations
Worker To observe and comply with all requirements

TYPE OF TRAINING REQUIRED PPE PROVIDED

All work personnel shall be trained on this SWP

Safety Long and loose
and the procedure to follow in the event of an glasses hair must be
emergency. must be
worn at all
contained

times in
work areas.

Hand Safety harness

gloves must must be worn
be worn at
all times.

Appropriate Close
footwear fittings/protective
with clothing must be
substantial worn
uppers
must be
worn

Rings and Hearing

jewelry protection must
must not be be worn when
worn using this
machine

Proper
respirator Safety helm et
protection must be use at
to be put to all times
use

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WORK PROCESS / ACTIVITY / PROCEDURE

Pre-Operation

1.1 Only authorized and trained forklift drivers can draw the keys and operate the forklifts.

1.2 Wear safety shoes when operating the forklift at all times.

1.3 Before operating the forklift for the day, perform pre-operational checks.

1.4 Report all faults to the supervisor immediately. If the forklift is unsafe to be operated, return
the key to the store.

Safe Operation

1.5 Operate the forklift with caution at all times. Ensure that the forklift can be brought to a safe
stop at any time, taking into account the load, the operating surface and any other potential
hazard in the work area. No speeding is allowed.

1.6 Pay attention to the operating environment, including other persons, fixed or movable objects
at all times. Do not lift loads near or above other persons.

1.7 Ensure that clear vision is maintained during operation. Ask a co-worker to assist in guiding if
the view is restricted.

1.8 When making a turn, do it slowly and look out for possible obstruction, blind spot or hazards.
No sharp cornering is allowed. If necessary, horn to alert your presence.

1.9 Always check that there is adequate width or overhead clearance in the pathway.

1.10 Do not travel with the load raised too high. Secure and maintain proper balancing of the load
at all times.

1.11 Use the forklift for its intended purpose. Do not carry any person on the fork or allow
passenger to ride on the forklift. Do not horseplay when driving the forklift.

1.12 Assess the load before picking it up. Find out the weight of the load if you are unsure. Do not
overload the forklift.

1.13 Check the condition of the pallet used to carry the load before use. Do not use the pallet if it
is defective or not in good condition.

1.14 Set the width of the fork carefully. The spread shall be suitable for the width of the load to be
handled.

1.15 Ensure that the forks are inserted under the load as far as possible when using the forks to

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pick up the load. Care must be taken to ensure that items beyond the loads are not disturbed
by the fork tips. Raise the forks sufficiently to engage the load.

1.16 Ensure that the loads are stable and safely arranged before lifting. Exercise particular care
when handling extra-long or high loads.

1.17 Lower the load carefully and on even grounds. If necessary, use wooden blocks (dunnage) to
facilitate the placement of the load and the withdrawal of the forks.

Parking and Shutdown

1.18 Park the forklift in a safe place or designated parking area at all times.

1.19 Rest the forks safely on the ground.

1.20 Shut off the power and remove the key from the forklift.

1.21 Check that the forklift is safely parked. Should there be any defect on the forklift, report it
immediately to the supervisor.

1.22 Return the key to the control room.

Additional notes;
- Only certified operator is allowed to operate the crane at all times.
Lookout –man/ banksman shall be control the forklift movement during operation

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Normal:

Abnormal:

Emergency:

1.23 First-aid box shall be maintained in accordance with the Workplace Safety and Health (First
Aid) Regulations.

1.24 In case of equipment / machinery fault:

a. Turn off the power supply.

b. Display a tag on the equipment to warn of fault.
c. Inform the management immediately.

1.25 In case of injury:

a. Inform the management immediately.

b. Apply first aid where possible.
c. Call for ambulance (995) if necessary.

1.26 In case of fire:

a. Use the fire extinguisher to put out the fire where possible.
b. Inform the management.
c. Evacuate if fire is beyond control. Call SCDF (995).

PREPARED BY REVIEWED BY

DELONE MICHAEL YIN AUNG

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