What kind of forklift are there? How to drive?


What kind of forklift are there? 
How to drive?
A forklift that can handle small loads and easily carry heavy luggage.
Since it can be used both indoors and outdoors, many companies will be very active in the warehouse.
Did you know that there are several types of this forklift?
Therefore, this time we will introduce the types of forklifts.
Even if you know that forklifts can be powered by batteries, there are few people who know that you should use reach type forklifts or counter forks depending on the type of luggage you carry.
If you use a forklift at work, please read it.





Table of Contents
  1. What is a forklift?
  2. What are Forklift Types?
  3. How to install a forklift?
  4. How to prevent accidents with a forklift?
  5. Conclusion

1. What is a forklift?
A forklift is a cargo handling vehicle that has hydraulically operated pawls (forks) attached to the front of the vehicle body.
If you use this, you can easily load and unload heavy luggage, so many companies will use it when you bring your luggage into the warehouse or when you organize your luggage in the warehouse.
You can get a forklift license even if you do not have a car license by going to the driving school.
And it doesn't matter if you don't have a car license to drive on the company premises.
However, in addition to a forklift license, a light vehicle driver's license is also required when going out on public roads.
2. What are Forklift Types?
So what kind of forklift are there?
This section will explain that.
2-1. Counterbalance forklift
The most common forklift. It is a type with a fork on the front of the car body, and the angle of the tire goes around 70 degrees.
Since it can be turned around quickly, it is often used outdoors as well as indoors such as in warehouses.
This forklift is also used for license training. Since the power source is a battery, it needs to be recharged regularly.
2-2. Reach forklift
Driving is basically done by standing, and the angle of the tires turns around 90 degrees, so it will be even smaller than a counterbalance forklift.
Since it is possible to work in a narrow passage in a warehouse without problems, it is often used indoors rather than outdoors.
However, since it is difficult to balance due to its height, it is easy for a fall accident to occur, so be careful when using it.
2-3. Side forklift
It is a type with a fork just beside the car body. It will be suitable for carrying long objects such as wood and pipes.
Due to its large size and high driver's seat, the position of the forks is harder to understand than the two forklifts mentioned above.
Therefore, it takes some familiarity and skill to drive this. Don't let a beginner touch it carelessly.
2-4. Walkie forklift
It is a so-called manual forklift. Since the driver walks and steers, he cannot travel long distances.
It is used to move luggage in a very small space.
3. How to install a forklift?
By doing this, you can see that there are various types of forklifts.
But what if you want to introduce a new forklift? One is to buy.
This is probably the easiest and most common. If you are going to replace the one you have been using for a long time, this is no problem.
However, in the case of new introduction, it is possible that "it was difficult to use when I bought it."
Therefore, there is also a method of renting for a certain period to watch.
Searching for “forklifts and rentals” will find various vendors hit.
You can usually rent from one day, or you can rent one month.
Even if you want to put in a new type of forklift, you can try it out before putting it in and it will not fail.
Also, although the types of forklifts are mentioned above, there are also forklifts that specialize in carrying specific things, such as side forklifts.
Depending on what you carry, it may be faster to use a dedicated forklift.
Be careful not to carry anything on the counterbalance forklift.
Excessive load may cause a fall accident.
4. How can I avoid an accident with a forklift?
The most scary thing about using a forklift is an accident.
So, finally, let me introduce you to things that you should be careful about in order to prevent accidents with a forklift.
4-1. Drivers always get a license
You do not need a license to drive a car on private land.
Some companies are expanding it and operating forklifts without a license.
Driving a forklift is not difficult, so you'll be able to use it after a few practice sessions.
However, if you do not have a course, you can not deal with an emergency.
You may not be aware of the correct usage, so you may be using it dangerously without your knowledge.
It may take some time, but be sure to obtain a license before operating the forklift.
4-2. When driving a forklift, make it immediately apparent that it is in use
In a warehouse full of luggage, a forklift may suddenly appear due to the shadows.
Forklifts aren't fast, but if you get hooked on a fork you can get hurt.
Therefore, make sure that you know that you are using the forklift from a distance, for example, by adding a lighting lamp to the forklift.
4-3. Do not put extra things in the passage for forklifts
Forklift trucks such as reach trucks that easily lose balance may cause a serious accident if they fall.
So don't put extra things in the forklift passages.
Even pebbles may fall if the tires ride up.
4-4. Proper battery management
The forklift is powered by batteries. The battery will need to be charged and watered regularly.
Also, if the battery is dusty, the current conductivity will decrease and the battery life will be shortened.
When driving a forklift, consider battery management as one of your tasks, and do it properly.
5. Conclusion
What did you think. This time, we introduced the types of forklifts and precautions to prevent accidents.
Summary
  1. There are several types of forklift
  2. When introducing a new forklift, you may rent it before you buy it.
  3. Be careful of accidents when using a forklift

Accidents and injuries caused by forklifts are reported almost every year.
Forklifts are easier to drive than trucks, so it's easy to forget to drive safely.
However, that fork has the power to easily carry over 100 kg of luggage.
If you inadvertently involve people, it will cause a serious accident.
When driving a forklift, always check safety and make sure no one is near you before you start the engine.
Especially with a side forklift, the fork is hard to see from the driver's seat.
Make sure there are no people on the fork side before riding. It's too late after the accident.

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