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Amputation Injuries Due To Forklifts, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center Sep 2006

Amputation Injuries Due To Forklifts, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center

Kentucky Haz Alerts--Other

To prevent injuries from forklifts while working:

  • Before you operate a forklift, make sure that you are trained and certified.
  • Remember if you are on a sit-down type forklift, and it starts to over-turn, lean in the opposite direction, stay with the forklift; don’t jump.
  • When operating a forklift on site, slow the truck and sound the horn at cross aisles, exits, and other employee traverse points.
  • Before dismounting, set the parking brake, lower the forks or lifting carriage, and neutralize controls.


Working Drivers Killed In Motor Vehicle Collisions Were Not Wearing Safety Belts, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center Feb 2006

Working Drivers Killed In Motor Vehicle Collisions Were Not Wearing Safety Belts, Kentucky Injury Prevention And Research Center

Kentucky Haz Alerts--Motor Vehicle

To prevent motor vehicle injuries while working:

  • Employers should implement a comprehensive employee driver safety training program.
  • Employees should wear seat belts at all times.
  • Employees should be aware of distractions and pay attention at all times.