Getting Aboard the Lift truck
The 3-point dismount is among the keys to keeping operators safe. It is the main issue for keeping operator's safety, even though this is often overlooked. For instance, a few years ago, at a forklift rally, a contestant perfectly executed the course at a lift truck rally. At the end of his run, he was so excited, that he jumped off of his machine 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 very serious problem of mounting and dismounting the lift truck is covered in training. Having the drivers wear their seatbelts can also help save their lives in case of any tip-overs. It is vital to understand that if a loaded forklift's center of gravity moves outside of the stability triangle then a tip-over situation can happen. Skilled operators rarely ever run into a tip-over situation, however, it is really essential that they are ready for that risk in case it happens.
Dismount/Mount
The importance of properly dismounting and mounting any type of lift truck, including even a low platform pallet jack is essential to ensuring the operator stays safe. Far too many injuries occur when complacency happens around these equipment. Some of the serious situations comprise: Driver's catching their coveralls or loose clothing while dismounting and could end up falling and breaking their back. Sometimes, the operator could break or sprain an ankle when they step off of a lift truck. The operator could accidentally break an arm when falling and slipping off of the pallet jack. The operator could suffer from torn shoulder muscles if they slip on floor debris when they are still hanging onto the handhold using one hand.
In order to keep you safe, having 3 points of contact is necessary. Obtaining 3 points can be done with 1 foot and 2 hands or by 1 hand and 2 feet. This stance is exactly like climbing up or down a ladder. Remember to always face the machine. Drivers normally have a tendency to face away from the machine or to jump or hop off the machine and these mistakes greatly lessen the overall possibility being injured.
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