Causes Of Forklift Truck And Facility Damage
1. Poor Floor Conditions:
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- Driving forklifts over debris such as wood, plastic wrap, twine and banding can cause radiator or axle damage.
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- If debris is blown into the engine compartment, it can also destroy the cooling system and cause engine failure.
2. Improper Operating Practices:
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- Congested work areas can cause impact damage to product, lift trucks or facilities.
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- Losing control of the forklift can cause product damage or personal injury.
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- Any impact to the forklift can damage tires, wheels, body panels, frame parts, forks, attachments and the load backrest.
3. Unsafe Lifting and Speed:
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- Serious damage or personal injury can occur when forklift trucks operate at high lift and travel speeds.
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- Tip overs can also result from raising a heavy load while traveling too fast.
4. Incorrect Equipment or Options:
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- Using the wrong equipment for the job can cause premature wear and failure to major components.
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- Proper equipment selection helps ensure efficient forklift truck operation and performance, and helps to lower overall maintenance costs.
- Operating forklifts with worn or incorrect tires can be a major contributor to your maintenance expense.
