Responsibilities of a Forklift Driver
The responsibility of a forklift driver is to transport materials from one place to another, usually within factories and warehouses. Operators need particular training, which is commonly provided by the workplace. Potential operators must pass both a drug test and a background check.
Performing Inspections
A forklift operator's duties include doing daily safety and functionality checks. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandates that all kinds of forklifts be inspected prior to utilizing them. The driver should inspect the forklift again at the end of the shift. Annual safety training is a very important part of the job description of a forklift operator.
Unloading and Loading
Forklift operators make use of forklift controls to be able to load and unload materials and to stack stuff efficiently and in a timely manner.
Weighing Materials
A forklift operator's responsibilities include weighing the materials they are moving, and logging the weights.
Quality Control
Quality control is another vital part of the forklift operator's role. This includes making certain that orders are right and making certain the materials do not sustain damage while transporting them.
Battery Care and Maintenance
Caring for the forklift battery helps guarantee a long life span for the unit. Proper maintenance and care include inspecting the level of water within the forklift battery around every five charge cycles, being careful not to overflow the water while filling the cell to just over the visible protector, and cleaning up any spills. When a battery is charging, never disrupt the cycle.
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
When doing works on the forklift battery, like inspecting the water level, Personal Protective Equipment or PPE is required. Both eye protection and hand protection must be worn, and a fire extinguisher and acid spill kit must be on hand. Forklift drivers must always observe safety rules. The charging area should be kept clear of open flame and ventilated.