| Although forklifts might seem like an easy option for | | | | speed on sloping groundo Always have the load |
| moving a heavy load, the additional assistance a forklift | | | | pointed up the slopeo Don't raise the load excessively |
| offers does not come without rules of its own. First | | | | high- it should be just high enough to clear the driving |
| and foremost, make sure that your forklift has been | | | | surfaceo All riders should keep arms and legs inside |
| serviced recently and that your equipment is | | | | the forklifto Make sure you have read and understand |
| up-to-date. A well-maintained forklift is the most | | | | the equipment's user manualo Ensure that the forklift |
| effective way to keep you safe while moving a cargo | | | | you are using is the proper equipment for the jobo Be |
| load. For more tips on how to stay safe on the job, | | | | prepared to use emergency protocol and training if |
| check the list below.o Only have riders that are | | | | necessary |
| equipped with approved seatso Always obey speed | | | | A forklift is intended to ease your load, and as long as |
| limits, signs and directionso Drive slowly and cautiouslyo | | | | you use it properly, it should make your job quicker and |
| Always keep your eyes on the roado Respect | | | | more manageable. But a forklift, like any other piece of |
| pedestrians- they have the right of way!o Never allow | | | | industrial equipment, needs to be used safely and in a |
| anyone to stand or walk under elevated forkso Only | | | | controlled environment. Lift and drive safely! |
| drive with forks in the down positiono Maintain a low | | | | |