Getting Aboard the Forklift
The 3-point dismount is one of the keys to keeping operators safe. It is the main factor for maintaining operator safety, even though this is normally ignored. For instance, several years ago, at a forklift rally, a contestant perfectly executed the course at a forklift rally. At the end of his run, he was so thrilled, that he jumped off of his equipment and forgot to make a 3-point dismount. He failed to win the competition because he judges ended up docking marks from his overall score.
The really serious issue of mounting and dismounting the lift truck is included in training. Having the operators wear their seatbelts could also help save their lives in event of any tip-overs. It is truly vital to know that if the center of gravity of a loaded lift truck moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation can happen. Skilled operators rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, although, it is very essential that they are ready for that risk in case it occurs.
Dismount/Mount
The importance of properly dismounting and mounting any kind of lift truck, including even a low platform pallet jack is essential to ensuring the operator stays safe. Far too many injuries result when complacency happens around these machinery. Some of the serious situations include: Driver's catching their loose clothing or coveralls while dismounting and can end up falling and breaking their back. Sometimes, the driver could sprain or break an ankle when they step off of a lift truck. The driver can accidentally break an arm when slipping and falling off of the pallet jack. The operator can suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris while they are still hanging onto the handhold with one hand.
In order to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is vital. Obtaining 3 points can be done with 2 hands and 1 foot or by 1 hand and 2 feet. This stance is precisely like climbing down or up a ladder. Don't forget to always face the machine. Drivers often tend to jump or hop off the equipment or to face away from the machinery and these mistakes greatly lessen the overall possibility being injured.
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