PRINTED IN U.S.A. 17 50960025/CP0514
SAFETY
2. Floor dimensions, which shall not exceed two
times the load center distance of 24 inches (610
mm) listed on the forklift nameplate, measured
parallel to the longitudinal center plane of the
forklift, nor have a width greater than the overall
width of the forklift (measured across the load-
bearing tires) plus 10 inches (250 mm) on either
side. Minimum space for each person on the plat-
form shall not be less than 18 inches (450 mm) in
either direction.
3. A 4 inch (100 mm) minimum height toe plate,
which may be omitted at the access opening.
4. An overhead protective device, when requested
by the user.
5. Protection for personnel in their normal working
position on the platform from moving parts of the
forklift that may present a hazard.
6. Information prominently indicated on the plat-
form:
a. maximum work load including personnel and
equipment,
b. weight of empty platform.
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 mach-
anism.
8. A means to securely attach the platform to the lift-
ing mechanism, and to prevent the platform from
inadvertantly 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 inch-
es (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 lb. (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
freedom 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 lb. (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 mate-
rials used.
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