Responsibilities of a Forklift Driver
Forklift drivers are working in warehouses and factories to move supplies from one location to another. Operators require specialized training, that is commonly offered by the workplace. Prospective operators must be able to pass both a background check and a drug test.
Daily Inspections
Performing functionality and safety checks every day is part of the many tasks of a forklift operator. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandates that all forklifts be checked prior to utilizing them. The driver should inspect the forklift again after the shift. Annual safety training is a very essential part of the job description of a forklift driver.
Unloading and Loading
To load and unload supplies and to stack things in an efficient and timely manner, forklift operators use the controls on the forklift.
Weighing Materials
A forklift driver's duties include weighing the materials they are moving, and logging the weights.
Quality Control
One more essential part of a forklift operator's responsibility is quality control. This involves ensuring orders are correct and making certain the supplies do not sustain damage during the moving process.
Battery Care and Maintenance
In order to make sure that the unit has a long life span, proper forklift battery maintenance is essential. Care and maintenance procedures comprise inspecting the level of water in the battery approximately every five charge cycles, filling the cell to just above the visible protector, being careful not to overflow the water, and cleaning up any spills. Once a forklift battery is charging, never interrupt the cycle.
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment is necessary when doing work on the forklift battery, like checks of water levels. Both hand protection and eye protection must be worn, and a fire extinguisher and acid spill kit should be available. Forklift operators should always observe safety rules. The charging place should be kept ventilated and clear of open flame.