Transcript Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) Refresher Course

Powered Industrial Truck
(Forklift) Refresher Course
Outline
• Responsibilities
• Definitions
• Classes of Powered Industrial Trucks
• Components of a Powered Industrial
Truck
• Inspection
Outline continued
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Fueling/Charging
 Proper Operation
 Review
Introduction
This is a refresher course for the OSHA
1910.178 Powered Industrial Truck
standard.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
The employer must:
• Communicate hazards to employees.
• Comply with State and Federal Safety
Rules and Regulations.
Responsibilities
As an operator of a powered industrial truck, you have
several responsibilities:
• Perform a daily inspection of the machine and
document the condition of the equipment
• Safely operate the piece of equipment that you
have been assigned to use
• Report any items that are in need of repair to
your supervisor and do not operate the machine
until the items have been corrected.
Definitions
Definitions
The most common powered industrial truck is the
sit down rider type, but there are many different
pieces of equipment that are classified as powered
industrial trucks and are subject to the powered
industrial truck standard. This may range from a
motorized hand truck (class III) to a Bobcat type
machine with a fork attachment.
Definitions
Center of Gravity – The
point at which the load of
the powered industrial
truck is concentrated.
If the center of gravity
remains inside the triangle,
the truck will not tip over.
Load Capacity
Each powered industrial truck should have a name
plate secured to it. The name plate will give the load
capacity of the truck.
Do not exceed the rated load capacity.
Exceeding the load capacity may cause the truck to
tip causing harm to you and bystanders.
Attachments
Powered industrial trucks serve a variety of purposes
and there are many different attachments that may be
added on and used safely. Each attachment requires
training specific to that piece of equipment.
Attachments may require specific operating
conditions and/or PPE
Only use attachments that are designed for that specific
powered industrial truck.
Classes of Powered Industrial
Trucks
Seven Classes of Powered
Industrial Trucks
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Class I – Electric motor rider trucks
Class II – Electric motor narrow aisle trucks
Class III – Electric motor hand trucks or hand/rider trucks
Class IV – Internal combustion engine trucks
(solid/cushion tires)
Class V – Internal combustion engine trucks (pneumatic
tires)
Class VI – Electric and internal combustion engine
tractors.
Class VII – Rough terrain forklift trucks
Components of a Powered
Industrial Truck
Components of a Powered
Industrial Truck
Controls and Instruments
Fuel Gauge
o Identifies how much fuel is
currently on board the piece of
equipment. The fuel gauge
reading must be taken during
the daily checks
Engine Temperature Gauge
o Indentifies the running
temperature of the engine on
the piece of equipment. The C
on the gauge refers to the
engine being cold and H refers
to the engine being hot
Ampere Gauge
o Indentifies the battery strength
of the piece of equipment.
Controls and Instruments
Controls and
Instruments
Oil Pressure Gauge
o Indentifies the engine oil pressure
Engine Hour Meter
o This meter records the total amount of
hours that the engine has been used. This
reading must be recorded on the daily
inspection forms because it is used to
schedule maintenance on the piece of
equipment
Rear View Mirror
o The mirror attached to the powered
industrial truck that gives a visual
representation of the area behind the
driver
Safety Features
Seat Belt
o Keeps you secured to the
truck in the event of an
accident
Overhead Guard
o Prevents the powered
industrial truck from
crushing you in the event of
a tip-over, but this guard is
only effective with the
combined use of a seatbelt.
Safety Features
A horn must be used to
notify others when:
o Driving around a
corner
o Visual obstruction is
present
o Poor lighting
conditions
o Lowering your load
Inspection
Inspection
Before and after each use you are responsible for checking:
o The overhead guard for any broken welds, missing bolts, or
damaged areas
o Hydraulic cylinders and lines. Make sure they are free from leaks
and lines are in good condition showing no signs of cracking
o The mast assembly for broken welds, cracks or bends
o All lift chains and rollers for excessive wear, damage, kinks,
rusting, need for lubrication, squeaks and bends
Inspection
Before and after each use you are responsible for checking:
o Forks and carriage. Make sure that there are no cracks or bends in
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the metal. Make sure attachments being used are securely fastened
Steering mechanism for excessive motion
Brakes for proper function. If the pedal goes all the way to the
floor when you apply the brake, that is an indication that the
breaking system is not functioning properly. Make sure the
emergency brake works. There should be no movement of the
powered industrial truck when an emergency brake is engaged
Lights and horn to make sure they are functioning properly
The battery to make sure all caps are in place and that the cables
are free from damage
Inspection
After completing the visual inspection, if any problems are
found:
o Tag the equipment identifying that it is not to be used
o Report the problem to your supervisor
Fueling/Charging
Types of Fuels
Propane
Gasoline
Battery
Diesel
Diesel or Gasoline fueling
To properly refuel a powered industrial truck the following
steps should be taken:
o All internal combustion engines must be turned off
before refueling. Refueling should be in the open or in
specifically designated areas, where adequate
ventilation is provided
o Smoking is prohibited when refueling or operating a
powered industrial truck and signs must be posted to
that effect
o Proper PPE must be worn
Proper Refueling
Safely refueling a propane cylinder requires the following
steps:
o Turn the gas valve to the off position and let the engine
run until it stalls
o Turn off the ignition and the lights and set the
emergency brake
o Check the connections for damage
o Remove empty tank and store it or secure the tank in a
vehicle and bring it to the service station to be filled
o Install the new or filled tank securely
o Check the connection for leaks and damage
o Proper PPE must be worn
Charging
Battery-charging installations must be located in areas
designated for that purpose. They must be capable of flushing
and neutralizing spilled electrolyte. The charging apparatus
needs to be protected from damage by trucks, adequate
ventilation for dispersal of gases or vapors from gassing
batteries.
Proper Operation
Transporting and
Maneuvering
When maneuvering and transporting:
o Give pedestrians the right of way
o Activate strobe lights and utilize the horn when going around
corners
o Always pay attention to the path of travel
o Never lift loads when the powered industrial truck is moving
o Approach any potential obstacle slowly and with caution
Transporting and Manuveuring
When loading and unloading a trailer you should:
o Inspect the floor of the trailer
o Chock the wheels of the trailer
o Make sure dock plates, boards and ramps are in place
and secure
Transporting and
Maneuvering
When maneuvering and transporting:
o Ensure that the loads are neatly
stacked, stable, evenly distributed
o Space the forks under the load as
far as possible. This will ensure
that the load is evenly distributed.
o Approach the load with caution
with the mast in a vertical
position.
o Lift the forks only as high as
needed to move the load 6 to 8
inches.
o Tilt the forks back for added
stability
Transporting and
Maneuvering
o If the powered
industrial truck is not
loaded, drive in reverse
up the incline. Drive
forward down the
incline.
o If the powered
industrial truck is
carrying a load Drive
forward up the incline.
Drive in reverse down
the incline.
Crossing Railway
Tracks
There are many areas where employees
may need to cross
railway tracks. This poses a unique
hazard and caution must
be exercised.
o Always cross railway tracks on a
diagonal
o Park forklift at least 8 feet away
from railway tracks
o Obey any warning signs or alert
systems
Review
Review
The following are key points to remember as an authorized
operator:
o Operate only the equipment that you are authorized to use.
o Familiarize yourself with the piece of equipment that you are going
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use and follow all of its operating procedures
Inspect equipment thoroughly prior to use
Know your travel routes and overhead clearance levels
Do not allow any passengers
Stay within the safety cage of the powered industrial truck at all
times.
No matter how short or long distance always fasten your seat belt.