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39 355-BQD-01-IAAP © 2024, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) | 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) | WSPS.CA Landscape Ontario – Workplace Safety Tailgate Talks FORKLIFT Personal Protective Equipment Equipment Hazards WSIB data shows that from 2019 – 2023, 7,525 incidents related to industrial vehicles, including forkli�s, resulted in lost-�me injury (LTI) claims. The average forkli�-related LTI claim results in 67 days lost from work (Ontario Newsroom, 2009; WSIB, 2024). Forkli� incidents and injuries can be prevented by training operators properly as well as non-forkli� driving co-workers. Prevention Points Consider these prevention points: Review the General Health & Safety Best Practices section on page 7 before performing any task. Set the forks as wide as possible to support the load. Before lifting, ensure the load is as far back on the forks as possible, with its centre of gravity between the forks. Never exceed the loading capacity of the machine. When the forks are empty, make sure they are lowered and tilted back. Always signal, such as sounding the horn, when approaching an area where other workers are working. Never walk or stand under a raised forklift. Forks should be supported with cylinder blocks if raised for repairs. Operate the forklift smoothly – braking quickly or speeding around corners can dislodge the load or even tip the machine. Operate on level ground when operating a forklift. Never try to raise or lower the load while moving. Travel only very short distances and at slow speeds when load is raised. ! !