People’s lives depend on the correct and safe installation of emergency lights. It is important to read, understand and follow all instructions shipped with products and accessories. Also listed are some other important safety instructions and precautions that you should follow:
To properly install a light kit, you must have a good understanding of forklift electrical systems and procedures, as well as the installation and use of safety warning equipment.
To be an effective warning device, these types of products produce a bright light that can be dangerous to your eyes when viewed up close. Do not look directly at this lighting product at close range or you may experience permanent damage to your eyes.
Your lighting system should be inspected frequently to ensure it is working properly and securely attached to your truck.
Forklift pedestrian safety toolbox talk
People who are not paying attention are at greater risk, particularly those who walk near and around forklifts. People don’t pay attention because they are busy. Or they are engrossed in their smartphone or in a conversation with someone.
The reasons vary, but when it comes to forklifts, the results can be accidents.
Most experts agree that the key is training for both pedestrians and forklift drivers, and that’s true, but it shouldn’t be the end of the story.
You should enhance the training with various facility and equipment upgrades.
That’s why many companies have installed forklift warning lights, often called “blue lights,” which project a disk of light that precedes the forklift as it moves.
Since the forklift is often the most dangerous piece of equipment in any facility that uses it, these types of low-cost upgrades are sensible and easy.
Blue lights are very effective in part because they are “eye-catching.” Unlike tape or paint lines for traffic management or static signage.
Since these lights are installed on so many forklifts, it is important to understand exactly how they should be mounted for maximum effectiveness.
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Forklift Blue Light
It is critical that forklifts and other vehicles be visible and keep workers aware of traffic.
Forklift Safety Procedures
Forklifts are useful in the workplace, as long as they are used safely and properly by competent operators.
Forklift Pedestrian Safety Warning Spotlight
The warning spotlight projects a clearly visible blue beam of light onto the floor, alerting pedestrians and other vehicles to the nearby presence of the forklift.