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Only physically qualified and trained personnel should operate the truck.
Familiarize yourself with basic operation rules for safety.
Understand truck operation, safety devices, and attachments.
Wear safety glasses, shoes, and suitable clothing; avoid loose-fitting items.
Never operate a lift truck with wet or greasy hands or shoes.
Test horn, brakes, steering, controls before operating.
Always look all around the truck before moving in any direction.
Operate in designated routes and keep aisles clear; one-way traffic recommended.
Be alert for pedestrians, other trucks, or obstacles.
Sound horn at corners, exits, entrances, and when approaching people.
Obey all posted traffic rules and warning signs.
Be aware of rear-end swing to prevent damage to material.
Be aware of fork tip position when truck is in motion.
Ensure loaded/unloaded vehicles are chocked to prevent accidental roll.
Never allow stunt riding or horseplay while operating a forklift.
Never use the truck to push or tow another, or allow it to be pushed or towed.
Never carry unauthorized passengers; they distract and can fall off.
Know truck capacity and attachments; never exceed it.
Inspect all loads for overload and balance; do not move questionable loads.
Ensure loads are well-stacked and evenly positioned; never lift with one fork.
Before lifting, check for adequate unobstructed overhead clearance.
Use lift control lever for controlled lowering and stopping.
Slow down for turns, ramps, bumps, wet/slippery surfaces; be careful on soft/uneven surfaces.
Remain seated, keep body parts within compartment; never reach into upright.
Know and observe overhead clearances and floor load limits.
Refuel in designated areas only; stop engine, no smoking, clean spills.
Never smoke in areas where batteries are charging or flammable materials are used/stored.
Park in designated areas, lower forks, tilt upright forward, set brake, remove key.
Don't handle double-tiered loads; they are unstable and difficult to control.
Lift trucks are not personnel elevators; use safety platform if necessary.
Report any faulty truck performance to supervisor; do not make repairs yourself.
Follow scheduled maintenance and lubrication program; repairs by trained personnel only.
Your safety and others' depends on you; keep mind on safe operation.
Lever to control the lifting of forks.
Lever to control the tilting of the upright.
Dual-purpose pedal for inching and braking.
Each operator must complete a daily checklist and give it to the designated authority.
Check truck for damage and leaks; note all findings on the checklist.
Maintain oil level between 'add' and 'full' marks; do not overfill.
Check radiator coolant level with engine off and cold; replace cap.
Test service brake pedal for firmness; report spongy or fading brakes.
Insert key, turn to 'start', release to 'run' when engine starts.
Check engine oil pressure gauge; shut down if below 5 P.S.I.
Check water temperature gauge; shut off engine if needle enters 'hot' area.
Check overhead clearance, then lift until upright reaches maximum height.
Left-foot operated pedal for inching and braking; do not 'ride' it.
Bring truck to a complete stop before shifting directional control lever.
Use manifold heater for diesel cold-starting aid; depress 'heat-start' button.
Do not use ether as a starting aid in Perkins engines.
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