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Features of Powered Industrial Trucks

Each powered industrial truck model and type has its own operating characteristics. When the training of operators is taking place, it is important to discuss the models and types of lift trucks that they will be operating. Controls and safety features may not be the same for each manufacturer s models. Functions, controls, and placement of controls can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. [Pg.149]

Lift trucks are designed to carry, lift, load, stack, push, or tier product and material. It takes a great deal of skill and ability to be able to efficiently and safely operate equipment. [Pg.149]

Many employers foolishly assume new operators are qualified to drive a forklift because they have an automobile driver s license. Many rookie operators experience serious injuries and incidents each year. [Pg.149]

The lift truck does not function like an automobile. The only comparison is that they all have steering wheels and the majority of lift trucks have four wheels. This is where the similarity ends. [Pg.149]

Forklifts have a narrower wheelbase than a car and a much higher center of gravity this is why forklifts can easily be tipped over. Forklifts operate on a teeter-totter principle. A counterweight on the rear helps balance the load on the front. Forklifts that are empty are still potentially dangerous. A car handles and carries its load on the inside of the vehicle a forklift carries its load on the outside. This load can be unstable because of its height, weight, width, shape, or the load not being properly secured. [Pg.149]


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