Warehouse Forklift Maintenance
Having a proper maintenance program for forklifts would help to increase the lifespan of the machine and is also a vital factor to the safe use of the machinery. Completing forklift inspection regularly and performing preventive maintenance regularly will help to guarantee the safe and efficient use of the machine.
Daily Checklist
In any forklift maintenance program, the daily checklist is an invaluable tool to have. These checklists will document any potential problems. They are required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration or the OSHA. The daily checklists could also be audited by OSHA during any routine inspection. Operators are required to complete the inspection from the start of their shift. If any major problems are found, the forklift is not to be put into service until the issue has been fixed.
Maintenance and Safety Go Hand-in-Hand
In the US, there are roughly 100 deaths related to forklift mishaps and statistic show that almost 20,000 individuals are seriously injured too. This number translates to represent 54 individuals per day, 7 days a week, for the whole year. Many of these mishaps 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, however, these savings would pale in comparison to the cost of one accident.
Things to be Serviced
The manufacturers owner guidebook will include a recommended maintenance schedule. Schedules will vary depending on each manufacturer and each model of forklift. Each schedule would contain various basic things. Like for instance, in a combustion engine, the oil filters and the engine oil must be replaced periodically. Hydraulic levels should be inspected too. Be certain to check hoses for any signs of cracking. Other things involve the electrical systems, the brakes and the transmission of the forklift.