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Inspect a Forklift
HRSDC and OSHA report that over 10,000 workplace injuries related to fork lifts occur every year. Driver error is the cause of many of these mishaps. Lack of proper equipment inspection and maintenance causes many others. Maintenance and operation of a forklift is not just the cause of personal injuries, but also of damage to property. Forklifts can damage sprinklers, building structures and overhead pipes, and other machines when operated improperly. The following day by day check ups should be performed in order to lessen the chance of forklift accidents.
Turn off the engine before inspecting various fluid levels: engine oil, fuel, brake fluid, hydraulic oil and coolant. The tires must be checked for signs of wear and tear. Check the tire air pressure. Check the condition of the forks. The load backrest should be firmly attached. Do a visual inspection of the top-clip retaining pin and heel. Next perform an inspection of the hydraulic hoses, mast chains, cables and stops. Ensure that both the overhead and finger guards are attached securely.
LP forklifts have propane tanks that have to be inspected for indications of damage, rust or corrosion. Test the battery's electrolyte levels and charge. All belts should be checked for wear. Check to make certain the owner's handbook is kept on-board the forklift in a storage compartment. Test the seat belt to make sure the latches are secure. Test the hood latch to ensure it is functioning as it should.
Start the forklift and listen to the engine noise to make certain there are no unusual sounds. If there are, investigate at once. Test the steering controls and the accelerator. The service brake and the parking break must be correctly functioning.
The tilt control and drive control must be inspected to guarantee proper functioning in both forward and reverse. Test the functioning of the lowering control and hoist, and the attachment control. Test the horn and lights. Then check the defroster, wipers and heater to make certain they are working smoothly. Inspect each and every gauge to find out that it is reading within functional limits.
How to Replace Forklift Tires
Regular forklift maintenance includes checking tires and replacing damaged or worn tires. Various kinds of forklifts are designed to be used with particular types of tires: solid, pneumatic or polyurethane. Tire types differ depending on factors such as frequency and duration of use, the weight of the load and ground surfaces. To be able to change a forklift tire you would need the following tools: tire press, spare tires and forklift jack. Replacing your forklift tires occasionally is vital to help prolong the equipment's lifespan.
Instructions
1 Check the tires carefully if there are indications of wear or damage. Make sure that the kind of tire on the forklift is the correct kind. If the wear on the tire exceeds forty percent, the tire should be replaced.
2 You must purchase spare or replacement tires.
3 Position the jack under the tire and lift the forklift to a height that allows you to remove the tire easily.
4 To separate the tire from the rim, utilize the tire press and take out the old tire. Replace the tire with the new one and firmly secure. Lower the forklift, then move the jack to the next tire and do the same thing with the other damaged tire.
5 A local repair company can fix a damaged tire on site. If this is your first call, the repair company may provide a free estimate. If the tires are very large, you will require a stationary tire press. In that case, you must take out the tire and bring it to a repair shop.
