What is the 3 point contact rule?

The three points of contact rule is simple. When climbing or descending ladders, trucks and equipment, always maintain contact with one hand and two feet, or two hands and one foot. If you maintain three points of contact while you climb, you can limit your exposure to slips and falls.

How many points of contact should you use when getting in and out of a forklift?

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Face the forklift and maintain three points of contact (hands and feet) when you get on and off.

What are the support points of a forklift?

Most forklifts have a three-point suspension system. The three points are the two front wheels and the pivot point of the rear axle. Connect the three points, and you have what’s called the stability triangle. One major difference between a forklift and a car is stability.

What are the three points of a forklift that make up the stability triangle?

There’s the weight of the load itself and the counterbalance weight located in the engine. This weight is distributed on three points—the front two wheels and the pivot point on the back axel—forming an imaginary “triangle.” This is the stability triangle of the forklift.

What does protect your 3 points mean?

This strategy maximizes stability by creating a triangle of anchor points, keeping the center of gravity in the middle of the triangle. Utilizing the three points of contact rule can increase worker safety and prevent injuries.

Does OSHA requirements 3 points of contact?

The intent of 29 CFR 1910.23(b)(12) is for employers to ensure that workers maintain “three-point contact” (i.e., three points of control) with the ladder at all times while climbing. OSHA considers that grasping the ladder on horizontal rungs is preferable, and encourages employers to follow this practice.

What are 3 fluid levels that need to be checked before using the forklift?

Check of liquid Levels:

• Hydraulic fluid.
• Brake fluid.
• Engine oil coolant.
• Battery.
• Fuel.

What are 2 guards fitted to a forklift?

It’s vital to keep your whole body within the bounds of the forklift and under the overhead guard. The overhead guard is intended for protection while an operator is within the confines of the seat.

How is forklift capacity calculated?

A couple of simple calculations are all that’s necessary:

1. Divide the load center as stated on the data plate by the actual load center (in the example above, that would be 24/36=. 6666).
2. Multiply this result by the rated load capacity (4000X. 6666=2666.6).

What are the 3 levers on a forklift?

Hydraulic Lift Knobs: Forklift has three basic controls knobs. One that lifts the forks up or down, the second one tilts the forks/blades down or up to secure the load, and the third to move the load side to side.

What is a Class 2 forklift?

Class II forklifts are electric, narrow aisle models. As the name suggests, Class II forklifts are designed with maneuverability that allows them to operate in tight spaces and narrow aisles.

What will make the load more stable during travel?

When traveling with a load, always make sure to tilt the mast of the forklift backward so that the load will firmly place against the backrest to make it more secure during transport. By doing this, you move the center of gravity towards to rear of the forklift making it more secure when traveling.

What does three point contact on a forklift mean?

A practice of always having three secure points of contact when mounting or dismounting a Forklift or any other machine/vehicle is called three point contact.

What are the do’s and don’ts of a forklift?

Forklifts are top-heavy, so you need to ensure that the lift’s forks are approximately 6 to 10 in. above the ground to avoid potential ground hazards. Do use three points of contact when getting on or off a forklift. Use two hands and one foot or one hand and two feet as you climb up or down a lift.

How is the safety of a forklift determined?

Workplace safety depends on a combination of factors. Attentive supervision helps. So does comprehensive training, with a keen eye toward OSHA rules & regulations. But at the end of the day, safety is ultimately determined by each individual. And that means forklift drivers should act in the best interests of total job safety.

Where can I get training for a forklift?

Doosan Material Handling Solutions offers forklift training once a month in the Buford, GA training facility for both new and experienced operators looking to renew their certification. Private forklift training sessions can also be scheduled at your site. For more info visit www.doosanmhs.com/training or email [email protected]