Forklifts and the Pedestrians

FORKLIFT SAFETY LESSONS FOR THE SAFE PEDESTRIAN

Forklifts can be very dangerous for both operators and employees out on the floor. In fact, 20 percent of all forklift incidents involve pedestrians being struck by a lift truck. In such an incident, it's the pedestrian that will suffer an injury or even death. These workers can avoid this by paying attention to the surroundings, staying a safe distance away from forklifts and following proper procedures.

• The importance of forklift safety
• Operating characteristics of forklifts
• Walking safely around forklift traffic
• Staying out of the path of a forklift
• Operator and pedestrian awareness of one another
• Following safe work practices
• Avoiding unsafe acts