Microlearning Collection: Safe Use and Operation of Forklifts

Forklifts, also called lift trucks or powered industrial trucks, are powerful machines that are invaluable in the movement of products and material...

The required OSHA training for a forklift operator is the same no matter if the forklift is to be used in general industry or in construction. Oper...

A forklift is much heavier than a similar sized automobile and handles much differently. Due to their heavy weight, a lift truck requires additiona...

A pre-operational or "pre-use" inspection must be conducted prior to using a forklift for the first time each day or the first time each shift. Man...

The required "operational inspection" of a powered industrial truck should only take place after the completion of a "pre-operational" inspection. ...

Pallets come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, but one thing they all have in common is a gap or opening that allows a forklift's forks to be ...

As the operator of a powered industrial truck, ensuring the safety of pedestrians and co-workers is a primary responsibility. Forklifts should alwa...

In addition to driving safely, there are other safety considerations a forklift operator should be aware of. Things that we do while in our daily l...

A loading dock is an elevated platform designed to be level with the trailer of an 18-wheeler so forklifts can easily enter the trailer to load or ...