In warehouses, factories, shipping yards, freight terminals and other workplaces across Australia, forklifts are used to lift, stack and transfer loads. While forklifts offer a practical materials handling solution for many businesses, each year they continue to be associated with workplace deaths and injuries.
Forklifts are compact for maneuverability, but can become unstable when loaded, weighing up to five tonnes
To reduce risks after recent fatalities, 30 SafeWork NSW inspectors will visit 600+ workplaces for forklift safety checks until July
Main goal is to build strong working relationships and engage a culture of forklift safety. Fines will be issued for safety breaches if businesses and drivers are caught doing the wrong thing.
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Source: SafeWork
Title: New SafeWork forklift safety blitz
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