Forklift Truck – Electric (Non pedestrian) Work Method Statement or Safe Work Procedure

The Safety Procedure includes:

• Operators Requirements
• Site Awareness
• Preparation
• Pre Start Daily Checks
• Entering and Seating
• Operation
• Operation On Roads
• Battery Charging
• On Completion
• General Maintenance
• Risk Ratings

• MS Word Format
• Delivered via email within 2 business hours
• Multiple page document

General Electric Forklift Safety Information:

The Safe Work Method Statement outlines the Safety Steps required to operate an Electric Forklift Safely.

Electric Forklift needs to be used with caution and appropriate safety procedures. The Electric Forklift procedure is Not A Blank Template. Safety Procedures can be edited or customised in MS Word if required.

• The work area is to be inspected to identify hazards and appropriate prevention/control measures are to be implemented.
• Forklifts, by their design, limit the operator’s vision. This must be taken into account when traffic movements are considered.
• Do not hold the steering wheel or levers when mounting or dismounting.
• Ensure the material is shifted using appropriate equipment such as drum lifters.

References:

Queensland – Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 1997 – Schedule 5 – Prescribed Occupations – Part 4 – Forklift Operations
Queensland – Department of Industrial Relations – Unit of Competency – OHSCER207A
New South Wales – Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2001
Victoria - Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007
Australian Capital Territory – Work Cover – A guide to forklift safety