What is the most typical types of crashes we find involving forklifts?
Crushing, Struck or Pinning of a Pedestrian
Accidents, like these, can be avoided by regular training for operator and pedestrians, visible post warning signs and application of floor tape to designate forklift zones, and the use of blue lights and pedestrians red zone lights to alert pedestrians to the presence of a forklift.
Pedestrians may become unobservant to signs and tape, yet, an approaching blue spotlight is hard to ignore.
Similarly, a red light zone around the lift truck reminds pedestrians to keep a safe distance from heavy machinery and also prevents foot injuries and collisions from rear end swing. Similarly, sensor back up alarms audibly alert pedestrians that equipment may be coming their way.
Overturning of a Forklift
Forklifts overturn are the leading cause of fatalities involving lift trucks. Overturns can be caused by:
Equipment malfunction
Improper turning; turning or stopping...
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