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Raising Safety

Standards

Make The Learning Center at Propane.com your choice for
PRACTICE
FORKLIFT
SAFETY
workforce safety training. To recognize National Forklift Safety
Job 1:
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Day on June 11, start a conversation using PERC’s resources,
Staying Safe Raise the Standard for Safety
all detailing the safe storage, use, and filling of cylinders. Your
KEEP US ON THE PATH TO ZERO FORKLIFT SAFETY REMINDERS FOR YOUR CREW
ACCIDENTS WITH THESE TIPS STAY SAFE WHILE WORKING HARD HOW YOUR PROPANE SUPPLIER KEEPS YOU SAFE
When working with forklifts, the only thing more important Did you know the propane industry has dedicated procedures
than staying productive is staying safe. Here are some important to support your safety?
reminders when working with forklifts.
customers will thank you for your attention and expert advice.
• Cylinders: Suppliers inspect cylinders each time they’re
exchanged and remove damaged cylinders from service. It’s also
• Ensure the pressure relief valve on propane cylinders is
STOP THE
a chance for suppliers to repair and replace leaky valves and
FORKLIFT
secure and pointing away from the locating pin prior to operation.
O-rings on the cylinders as needed. Your supplier can help you
• Always wear a seatbelt while operating a forklift.
BEFORE
INSPECT STOP RAISING OR • Stop the forklift before raising or lowering the forks. identify the most convenient location for your cylinder cages so
they don’t interfere with workflow.
LOWERING
• Maintain a safe distance from the edge of ramps to prevent
PROPANE CYLINDERS FORKS dangerous tip-over. When descending a ramp with a loaded • Refueling: Your propane supplier’s priority is making sure your
PRIOR TO OPERATION entire team understands how to install propane cylinders on
forklift, always travel in reverse with the forklift and payload their forklifts safely. When you choose to use propane forklifts,
pointed up the grade. When traveling up a ramp with an you can also opt for a cylinder exchange program, where your
unloaded forklift, always keep the forks pointed downgrade.
propane supplier conveniently refills the cylinders for you.
SET PARKING BRAKE STORE PROPANE • Slow down and sound the horn when approaching areas • Training: Some propane suppliers offer additional safety
CYLINDERS IN A
LOWER FORKS SECURE • Follow safety procedures when finished with a job: training opportunities for forklift customers.
where your visibility is blocked.
BUCKLE UP SET CONTROLS RACK • Close service valves on cylinders when they’re not in use.
Lower the forks and set the controls to neutral.
TO NEUTRAL

WHEN FINISHED
• Properly store cylinders in their secure rack.
CLOSE SAFETY SOCIAL SERIES —
KEEP LOADS
WITHIN THE
SERVICE WEIGHT
VALVES
CAPACITY
ON PROPANE CYLINDERS MATERIAL HANDLING VIDEOS PACKAGE
OF THE FORKLIFT
WHEN NOT IN USE
ENSURE THE

SLOW DOWN PRESSURE RELIEF
Use PERC’s Safety Social Series to further promote
AND SOUND FOR MORE INFORMATION
THE HORN AT VALVE COMPONENTS To learn more about forklift safety and propane resources, visit Propane.com.
LOCATIONS ARE SECURE AND USE CAUTION
ON CYLINDERS
WHERE
October 11, 1996. The mission of the Propane Education & Research Council is to promote the safe, efficient use of odorized propane gas as a preferred energy source.
VISION IS POINTING AWAY THE PROPANE EDUCATION & RESEARCH COUNCIL was authorized by the U.S. Congress with the passage of Public Law 104-284, the Propane Education and Research Act (PERA), signed into law on
FROM THE
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