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O P E R A T I V E S T R A I N I N G M A N U A L V E R S I O N 4

Operation of a Forklift Truck

1. Always look around and confirm the location of bystanders before moving or operating the
machine. The operator must ensure that a distance of 5 metres
is maintained from pedestrians, vehicles or plant at all times. If in
doubt you must STOP gain their attention and request that they
move away.

2. Ensure that the machine is only operated from the driving seat
and all limbs are kept within the cab area during operation.

3. Maintain a safe speed below walking pace whilst working in the yard
4. Use mirrors at all times ensuring they are clean and correctly adjusted.

5. Beware of overhead obstructions such as buildings and electrical cables

6. Use a reversing assistant when operating machine in congested areas.
7. Select a travel route as flat as possible and do not travel with the mast raised.

8. If a safe working load limiter is fitted it must be correctly adjusted and be switched on at all
times.

9. Do not make contact with electric wires, if you do stay in the machine unless you are at risk
from fire in which case jump clear ensuring that you do not touch any metal parts of the cab
or machine as you do so.

10. When driving over rough terrain reduce engine speed and select slow travel speed.
11. Make sure the work site has sufficient strength to firmly support the machine.

12. Avoid operations that may damage undercarriage components.
13. Never position forks, loads or attachments over anyone or allow them to stand in the bucket
or on the forks/pallet etc.

14. When the operator is loading or unloading a vehicle with products, they must ensure that the
driver of the LGV Vehicle is in a safe position away from the operation before and during
loading.
15. Ensure that extra care is taken as visibility can be reduced when moving large items and the
operator is reminded that they should reverse if visibility is obscured. Use a trained banksman
or reversing assistant to aid in the reversing manoeuvre where necessary.
16. Handle fuel/gas with care as it can be highly flammable around hot engines.

17. Do not refuel the machine whilst smoking or when near open flame or sparks.
18. Always stop the machine, isolate the ignition and apply the handbrake before refuelling.

19. Clean any debris regularly from under the machine and frame.
EXERCISE CARE AND VIGILANCE AT ALL TIMES.

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