At Hyster, your safety is among our main concerns. This is the reason why we offer a range of optional safety devices that could be added to your machinery or work place. Following OSHA standards, Hyster manufactures head and work lamps as well as both visible and audible warning devices.
According to OSHA and ASME B56.1 regulations, the only warning device required on a lift truck is the horn on the steering wheel, that is a basic feature on all forklifts. Even if forklifts are not required to have both visible or audible warning devices, there are a few cases where optional warning devices may be suitable. These factors are unique to each work site or work place and each and every case should be considered individually.
Back-up alarms or motion alarms are the most common safety devices. The noise produced by these alarms are the main thing to take into account. First of all, the audible device should be able to be distinguished from other kinds of noises in the work place and the noise needs to be extremely loud to be heard in the work location, even if other types of equipment could be operating. The ability for workers to hear alarms and know where the noise is coming from can be compromised if employees wear hearing protection devices. If the alarms are too offensive or disruptive to workers, nearby residents, or nearby businesses, alarms may have to be disabled. If noise should be disabled, this must be able to happen readily. Rules must also be followed to ensure that noise levels do not exceed OSHA noise limitations.
Visible safety devices might consist of the common rotating, flashing or strobe lights. Things to think about with visible safety devices comprise whether or not these devices may be more suitable than audible devices. Operator distraction, workplace lighting and presence of reflective surfaces are top priorities to consider to make certain that safety devices do not pose a danger to operators or other workers and are effective. Safety light colours should be different from other lights and background surfaces which are within the work place. Safety device placement are of greatest importance. Lights should be able to clear any overhead obstacles. Light positioning must not cause the lights to reflect or shine into the driver's eyes, but shielding of the lights should not overly obstruct the light's visibility to pedestrians.
To meet numerous application needs, Hyster has a variety of optional lights that consist of halogen lights and weather-resistant LED. These lights are able to hold up through shock and vibration as well. When it comes to head lamps and work lamps, OSHA has set standards to make working at night or in dark work spaces much safer. Directional lighting is needed if the truck lighting makes less than 2 lumens per square foot. Hyster has numerous alternatives that will help increase visibility in low-light conditions.