Tag Archives: forklift safety

Preventing Forklift Hazards in the Workplace

Safety is and should always be the top priority when it comes to the operation of forklifts in the workplace. Because of the risks and dangers that forklifts pose, it’s crucial that every step to provide a safe work environment is taken. The Forklift Pro has put together tips to help prevent forklift hazards in […]

What not to do on a Forklift

When it comes to forklift operation, safety should always be number one. Operating material handling equipment, especially in places like warehouses, comes with a lot of responsibility. Sometimes you can become too comfortable in the day-to-day action and activity, and forget how to practice forklift safety. The Forklift Pro is here to remind you what […]

Small Forklifts: When Size Matters

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It may seem as though owning a forklift is impossible due to the tight quarters of your warehouse, but The Forklift Pro is here to change that thought. Small forklifts are the key to the increased efficiency and productivity that you need. Best Type of Lift Truck for Tight Spaces For small warehouses with tight […]

6 Summer Safety Tips for Forklift Operators

6 summer safety tips for forklift operators

There are many safety risks associated with operating heavy machinery. Those risks are compounded by extreme weather – especially heat. Forklift operators aren’t strangers to taking precautionary measures while on the job. With that said, there are extra safety measures forklift drivers must take in the summertime in order to keep themselves and their co-workers […]

What is a Lockout Tagout Procedure?

When a forklift goes down for any reason, the facility supervisor is tasked with ensuring the machine does not cause damage to the operator or product. If damage has occurred, they must see to it that no further damage is caused. Lockout tagout procedures help protect forklift operators and mechanics from unexpected electrical surges while […]

Forklift Accident Causes & Prevention

There’s a reason so many rules and guidelines for operating a forklift exist. At any given time, you are moving thousands of pounds of product. That’s quite an impressive (and sometimes dangerous) feat. For that reason alone, proper forklift safety procedures must be followed at all times. As part of National Forklift Safety Day, we’ve […]

Risks of Driving a Damaged Forklift

Forklift safety starts with being observant and aware at all times. Forklift operators and facility managers should always be diligent about caution in the workplace and when operating any piece of material handling equipment. Completing daily safety checklists is the first step (and required by OSHA) to ensuring that your forklift is suitable for use. […]

Common Sense Forklift Inspection Tips & Tricks

 The Forklift Pro connects companies with used MHE equipment, and forklifts comprise a large volume of our wholesale purchase transactions. Whenever you buy new or pre-owned forklifts, it helps to have a thorough safety inspection plan in place; this not only provides more return on investment (ROI), but it also promotes worker safety. We asked […]

Forklift Safety Month: Must-Have Forklift Safety Checklist

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You have probably heard time and time again that forklift safety is of utmost importance. Statistics don’t lie – according to OSHA, each year nearly 11% of forklifts will be part of some accident, which will result in about 100,000 injuries. You can’t afford to skip out on safety checks. Doing so may put yourself […]

Cool Tips for Summer Forklift Care

Your forklifts and your warehouse need proper cooling procedures in place in order to avoid unnecessary and costly heat-related equipment (and driver) malfunctions, and we’ve put together this checklist for forklift care in the summer. Maintaining your forklifts should always be a priority in order to keep them running efficiently and safely – especially in […]