PRINTED IN U.S.A. 15 913323/CP0112
SAFETY
7. Means so that the platform can only be centered
laterally on the forklift, and retained against the
vertical face of the forks, carriage or lifting mech-
anism.
8. A means to securely attach the platform to the lift-
ing mechanism, and to prevent the platform from
inadvertently pivoting.
9. Restraining means such as a guardrail or a means
for securing personnel such as a body harness and
lanyard. A guardrail or similar structure shall have
a nominal height to the platform floor of 42 inches
(1066 mm) around its upper periphery and include
a midrail. It may be hinged, removable, or of
chains, and used to provide an access opening, if
proper positioning is easily accomplished and a
secure condition is discernable. Such restraining
means shall be capable of withstanding a concen-
trated horizontal force of 200 lbs. (890 N) applied
at the point of least resistance without permanent
deformation. A body harness and lanyard is to have
an attachment point provided overhead for free-
dom of movement, and its length is to limit free-
fall to 5 feet (1500 mm) measured from the point
of attachment to the operator. The complete system
shall be capable of withstanding three consecutive
drop tests to simulate a 250-pound (113 kg) person
falling 6 feet (1800 mm) without allowing the test
weight to fall free to the ground. A deceleration
device may be included.
NOTE: Fall protection should comply with applic-
able U.S. OSHA regulations: 1910.67 (c)(2)(v) (for
General Industry) or 1926.453 (b)(2)(v) (for
Construction).
10. Lanyards, when provided, shall be arranged so as
not to cause a tripping hazard.
11. Body harnesses, when provided, should have a
width of at least 1.75 inches (44 mm).
12. Structural safety factor-All load-supporting struc-
tural elements of the work platform shall have a
structural safety factor of not less than 2-to-1 based
on the minimum yield strength of the materials
used.
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