by Jbs091908 b3 — September 22, 2008—The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated its Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklift) eTool, which focuses on the safe operation of forklifts in order to prevent employee injury.
The best way to protect employees from injury depends on the type of truck operated and worksite where it is being used, notes OSHA. The eTool specifically provides information on OSHA’s Powered Industrial Truck requirements [29 CFR 1910.178] and industry best practices addressing:
- Types and Fundamentals—The differing types and fundamentals of powered trucks
- Operating the Forklift—The basic operating rules and safe work practices
- Understanding the Workplace—How workplace conditions can affect safe operation
- Training Assistance—Operator training required by OSHA
