It is important to be aware of forklift truck hazards when working with a forklift truck. Collisions and entrapments are common when using this machinery which, while useful, is not free from risk.
Of course, there is a solution to this problem. It is called Crash Stopper and we at Carttec Group have designed it to make working with these tools absolutely risk-free.
Forklift truck hazards
As we told you, it is common that when using this machinery collisions and entrapments can occur, being caused by driver distraction, lack of visibility when reversing or by the lack of attention of other workers circulating around the machinery, among others.
Some of the most common reasons are:
- Driver distraction: usually due to using a mobile phone while driving or because there are elements in the area that divert the operator’s attention.
- Speeding: driving fast in high traffic areas will reduce your ability to react and increase the risk of collision with other vehicles or pedestrians.
- Lack of visibility for manoeuvring: reversing can be difficult, especially when visibility is poor.
- Incorrectly secured load: this can unbalance and even overturn the vehicle.
- Inadequate signage: internal traffic signs are essential to alert other workers that machinery is in operation.
How can we avoid these hazards?
Crash Stopper is a collision warning solution for commercial warehouse vehicles.
It is a real-time monitoring and alert system that ensures safety, productivity and efficiency in the operation of this type of machinery.
How does it work? Crash Stopper has 3 fully configurable alarm levels:
- Advance warning: this alerts personnel walking in the area to the proximity of the vehicle. It provides sufficient time for the worker to react quickly and safely.
- Alarm: this activates vehicle safety devices to prevent collisions and accidents (sound, light and automatic braking).
- Range of interaction: this allows workers to approach vehicles. It disables alarms temporarily to facilitate safe interaction.
Benefits of using Carttec technology to reduce forklift hazards
Thanks to this preventive solution, the risk of accidents is reduced to practically zero. In this way we protect workers, products and materials, and the machinery itself.
Commercial vehicles fitted with Crash Stopper have integrated positioning beacons and alarms. Workers also wear positioning bracelets that identify them as obstacles.
Reducing the forklift truck hazards with a Crash Stopper is the best way to maintain a safe working environment and thus fulfil the values and objectives of the logistics company.
