Hyster Container Forklift Houston

At Hyster, your safety is amongst our main concerns. This is the reason why we provide a range of optional safety equipment which could be added to your machine or work site. Following OSHA standards, Hyster makes both audible and visible warning devices in addition to work and head lamps.



The only warning device needed on the forklift according to ASME B56.1 and OSHA regulations is the steering wheel horn. The horn is basic on all kinds of forklifts. Even if audible or visible warning devices are not required on all kinds of forklifts, there are several cases where optional warning devices could be suitable. These factors are unique to every work place or work site and each case should be considered individually.



Motion alarms or back-up alarms are the most common safety devices. The noise made by these alarms are the main thing to consider. To begin with, the audible device needs to be distinguished from other noises within the work site and the noise should be loud enough to be heard in the work site, even if other equipment may be operating. The ability for employees to hear alarms and know where the noise is coming from can be compromised if employees are wearing hearing protection devices. If the alarms are too offensive or disruptive to employees, nearby homes, or nearby companies, alarms may need to be disabled. If sound needs to be disabled, this should be able to happen readily. Regulations also have to be followed in order to ensure that the levels of noise do not exceed OSHA noise limits.



For visible safety devices, most commonly strobe, rotating, or flashing lights, numerous points should be considered and thought must be put into whether visible safety devices might be more suitable compared to audible devices. Operator distraction, workplace lighting and presence of reflective surfaces are top concerns to consider to make certain that safety devices do not pose a danger to drivers or other employees and are effective. Colour of safety lights must be different from background surfaces and other lights that are within the work place. Placement of safety devices are really important. Lights should be able to clear any overhead obstacles. Placement of lights should not cause the lights to reflect or shine into the operator's eyes, but shielding of the lights should not excessively block the light's visibility to pedestrians.



To meet many application needs, Hyster has a variety of optional lights which comprise weather-resistant LED and halogen lights. These lights could hold up through shock and vibration as well. As for work lamps and head lamps, OSHA has set standards to make working at night or in dark work spaces a lot safer. Directional lighting is needed if the lighting on the forklift makes less than 2 lumens per square foot. Hyster has numerous options which would truly help increase visibility in low-light conditions.

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