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Mousetrap deaths now a top workplace killer
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 18th, 2011
How one simple step can avoid this tragedy in your firm Recent studies by the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (OSHA) make grim reading for forklift operators. Tipping accidents are confirmed as one of the biggest causes of fatal accidents in the workplace. In almost all of these cases, the driver was ‘mousetrapped’ between the truck and the ground, causing massive trauma to the head or upper body. But...Read More » Tags
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Drive up your productivity – not your costs
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 18th, 2011
Watch your weight. If the total weight of the truck, including load, exceeds 10% on the rear axle, your operators can work with more confidence. Interested in boosting productivity without having to invest in the most powerful and expensive equipment? Expert researchers explain the crucial factors to look out for. Surely good acceleration and high top speeds are the deciding factors when it comes to high productivity in forklifts? ...Read More » Tags
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Truck vibrations:Is your business falling foul of the law?
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 18th, 2011
Lowering your forklift's travelling speed can greatly reduce the level of body vibrations created. Body vibrations on forklift trucks have been a hot topic from the moment European Directive 2002/44/EC shone the spotlight on them. The big question is whether the use of damping techniques and better seats is really worthwhile? Wouldn't it be better to meet the directive another way? A recent series of on-site tests provide the answer. ...Read More » Tags
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Site Inspection
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 17th, 2011
Regular site surveys can help prevent accidents, improve productivity and save money. In such uncertain times, optimizing resources is essential - whatever your industry. With storage, handling and distribution accounting for as much as 90% of a total production cycle, streamlining operations offers opportunities for the greatest dividends. By pinpointing everything from damaged equipment to inefficiency, ...Read More » Tags
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Make your tires go the extra mile
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 14th, 2011
Forklift tires may be small, but they play a big role in terms of safety, so it's worth paying attention to them. The good news is that alongside the safety benefits comes increased longevity - and that, ultimately, means cost savings. It's obvious when you think about it. Tires are what connect your truck to the ground, so anything that adversely affects their grip will also increase the risk of an accident - which is why it pays to k...Read More » Tags
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Human error topples warehouse racking
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 14th, 2011The majority of forklift accidents are caused by human error... and not just the driver's. Keeping your site safe relies on a combination of safe trucks, safe drivers and safe managers. Regular risk assessments and training reviews will identify potential and allow you to take the steps to prevent them. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OF1qTrNq1uk&feature=player_embedded Follow us in Facebook ...Read More » Tags
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Forklift driver thrown from overturning truck
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 14th, 2011Stability is key to any forklift operation - but no more so than when carrying a heavy load at height. By driving at speed on an uneven surface this driver placed himself at risk of serious injury. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f13CFrGYR9k&feature=player_embedded Follow us in Facebook ...Read More » Tags
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Poor visibility leads to truck collision
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 13th, 2011Drivers and those working alongside them should take extra care when working in shared areas, such as loading bays. Training and regular risk assessments will help to prevent accidents like this for you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeEU3-bNPe8&feature=player_embedded Follow us in Facebook ...Read More » Tags
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Poor Planning damages truck
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 13th, 2011Maneuvering on a gradient doesn't get much more challenging than this. Better planning - including the use of more suitable forklift transport - could have avoided this dangerous situation that placed several employees unnecessarily at risk. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UtdAlpaKjo&feature=player_embedded Follow us in Facebook ...Read More » Tags
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Driver makes lucky escape after racking collapse
by Lila Dobbins on Aug 13th, 2011Regular risk assessment need might have identified the need for designated forklift routes at this warehouse. Fortunately there were no other operatives working in the immediate vicinity and - thanks to quick thinking - the driver managed to successfully escape. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tr1tSjkXlRw&feature=player_embedded Follow us in Facebook ...Read More » Tags
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