Safety Corner
Forklift Training Systems is a leading provider of forklift and aerial work platform operator training and Train-The-Trainer programs. They offer several complete and cost effective training kits for class 1-7 lifts, as well as most major attachments, in a variety of languages. Forklift Training Systems can be reached at 740/763-4978 or on the web at www.forklifttrainingsystem.com
Hand Signals For Controlling Forklift Operations
March 1, 2010Provided By: Department of Energy, DOE-RL-92-36
Over the last several months we have had many requests from carious companies and government agencies for some standardized hand signals for controlling forklift operations. After... Read more about Hand Signals For Controlling Forklift Operations
Employer Liability
February 1, 2010By: Forklift Safety Training Services, Inc.
Forklift accidents can be traced to two causes – operator error, which is due to a lack of training, and defective equipment. In both cases, the employer can be held liable in a lawsuit when... Read more about Employer Liability
Distracted Driving
January 1, 2010I think most people would agree that distracted driving is a worldwide problem, but might also think it is one which does not apply to them. It doesn’t matter if you are operating a service van, semi truck, car or a forklift; distractions can... Read more about Distracted Driving
Fall Protection Products
December 1, 2009By: Forklift Safety Training Services, Inc.
All fall protection products fit into four functional categories.
1. Fall Arrest; 2. Positioning; 3. Suspension; 4. Retrieval.
Fall Arrest: A fall arrest system... Read more about Fall Protection Products
“10 Frequently Asked Questions Pertaining To Forklift Training”
November 1, 2009By: Forklift Safety Training Services
What vehicles are considered to be powered industrial trucks? The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) defines a powered industrial tuck as a mobile, power propelled truck used to carry,... Read more about “10 Frequently Asked Questions Pertaining To Forklift Training”
How Should Trainers Be Trained?
October 1, 2009When you are preparing to travel by air it may be comforting to know that your pilot has hundreds of hours in training and thousands of flight hours. When you sign the release to have major surgery the same is true, years of training and... Read more about How Should Trainers Be Trained?
A Fun, Competitive Event that Promotes the Safe & Efficient Operation of Forklifts!
September 1, 2009The Springfield/Clark County Safety Council (SCCSC) conducted its’ first forklift rodeo in 1994 as a modest, county-wide event. Under its’ own momentum & with national, & even international attention the event has come to be known... Read more about A Fun, Competitive Event that Promotes the Safe & Efficient Operation of Forklifts!
10 Forklift Operator Training Requirements
August 1, 2009By: Jeff Ord of Forklift Safety Training Services, Inc.
The most frequent asked question that FORKLIFTSAFETY.COM receives in their office on a daily basis is, “What Do We Need To Do To... Read more about 10 Forklift Operator Training Requirements
Forklift Carbon Monoxide
July 1, 2009By: Forklift Safety Training Services, Inc.
Carbon monoxide produced from propane (L.P) powered forklifts in warehouse applications is one of the most common industrial hazards. Poisoning from this odorless, colorless and tasteless gas... Read more about Forklift Carbon Monoxide
U.S. Open Forklift Rodeo Gains Int'l Attention
May 26, 2009By: Dick Higgins of The Higgins Group
Years ago the Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation (BWC) saw fit to establish what is now the Ohio Division of Safety & Hygiene, the mission to do all possible to make the workplace safer,... Read more about U.S. Open Forklift Rodeo Gains Int'l Attention
