🚨 Forklift Safety: Stability & SWL Matter! 🚨 A forklift’s Safe Working Load (SWL) should always be greater than the lifting load to prevent accidents. In this case, the stability triangle shifted forward, causing the forklift to tip over. A simple mistake that could have been avoided! 🔺 The Stability Triangle is Key! A forklift’s balance relies on this invisible triangle—overloading or improper handling can cause serious accidents. ✅ Essential Forklift Safety Practices: ✔️ Operators must be t

Never work under suspended loads Rigging safety reduces the risk of dropping a load, but does not eliminate it. Rigging should not be adjusted while a load is suspended, and all work should be performed while the load is on the ground. During a lift, the entire area under the load path needs to be considered and kept clear. #5ssafety #risk #hse #ehs #safety #sling #lifting | 5S Safety Health, Safety and the Environment - HSE METE