Forklift Safety Guide - Creative Safety Supply April 2014 | Page 13

Forklift Safety: A Lifesaving Guide • Keep load as low as possible, just above the ground when moving it. • Make turns slowly. • Go very slow on wet or slippery surfaces. • Never leave the forklift unattended, this means the operator should never be more then 25 feet away or out of line of site when the truck is powered. While the forklift operator is ultimately responsible for the safety of the machine it is also necessary that other employees understand safe operating procedures. You should never take part in anything that is unsafe or encourage other employees to take part in risky behavior. Keep in mind the number of serious injuries and deaths that occur each year. You do not want to become one of the statistics. !2010 www.CreativeSafetySupply.com | (866) 777-1360