Responsibilities of a Forklift Operator
The responsibility of a forklift driver is to be able to move materials from one place to another, normally in factories and warehouses. Forklift drivers need particular training, that is usually provided by the workplace. Potential drivers should be able to pass a background check and a drug test.
Performing Inspections
A forklift operator's duties consist of carrying out daily functionality and safety inspections. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandates that all forklifts be checked prior to use. The operator should check the forklift again at the end of the shift. Annual safety training is a very vital part of the job description of a forklift driver.
Unloading and Loading
To be able to unload and load supplies and to stack things in a timely and efficient manner, forklift operators use the forklift controls.
Weighing Materials
As part of the various responsibilities, the forklift operator should both weigh and log the weights of the supplies they must move.
Quality Control
Quality control is one more vital part of the forklift driver's task. This involves ensuring orders are correct and making sure the materials do not sustain damage while transporting them.
Battery Maintenance and Care
Caring for the forklift battery helps guarantee a long life span for the unit. Maintenance and care procedures comprise inspecting the water level within 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 required when doing work on the forklift battery, like checks of water levels. Both eye protection and hand protection should be worn, and an acid spill kit and a fire extinguisher must be on hand. Forklift operators should always observe safety rules. The charging place must be kept clear of open fire and ventilated.