• Inspect load / pallet to ensure it is safe
• Comply with all relevant MSDS’s
• Get forklift square to the pallets – pivot on the front axle
• Get forks level before inserting into the pallets – if not 100% sure, then lift the empty forks about 1.8 metres high so they are in line with your eyesight. You will now be able to get them level (if unsure, tilt fully forward, then tilt fully back, then tilt so they are level)
• Lift load then tilt back so it is level before reversing out
• Check behind before reversing . Ensure good vision at all times (all windows clean)
• Sound horn 3 times and wait 5 seconds before reversing if vision is restricted, or get a spotter
• Lower load to travel height and tilt back enough to stabalise the load
• Don’t overload the machine / understand the load chart
• Operate carefully and keep load low