Warehouse Forklift Maintenance
Having a proper maintenance program for forklifts would help to increase the lifespan of the machine and is also a critical factor to the safe use of the machine. Completing regular forklift check ups and doing preventive maintenance regularly will help to guarantee the safe and efficient operation of the equipment.
Daily Checklist
The daily checklist is an important tool in any forklift maintenance program. These checklists will help to document any and all possible problems. They are required by the OSHA or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The daily checklists could also be audited by OSHA during any routine inspection. Drivers should complete the inspection from the beginning of their shift. If any major problems are found, the forklift is not to be put into service until the problem has been fixed.
Safety and Maintenance Go Hand-in-Hand
In the US, there are roughly one hundred deaths related to forklift accidents and statistic show that nearly 20,000 people are seriously injured too. This number translates to represent 54 individuals a day, 7 days a week, for the whole year. Many of these accidents can be prevented easily if the forklift had been correctly maintained and serviced. In several circumstances, it may seem like a cost savings to delay or skip regular maintenance, although, these savings will pale in comparison to the cost of one accident.
Items to be Serviced
The manufacturers owner handbook would include a recommended maintenance schedule. Schedules would vary depending on each manufacturer and each and every model of forklift. Each schedule will contain various basic things. Like for example, in a combustion engine, the oil filters and the engine oil should be periodically replaced. Hydraulic levels must be inspected also. Be certain to check hoses for any signs of cracking. Other things involve the transmission, the electrical systems and the brakes of the forklift.