Safety Precautions:
1.
Before elevating the load, make sure the forklift
mast or boom is level (vertical) - not leaning to
the right or left. Do not use the Lift Hook when
operating on a side slope.
2.
Before the load is raised make sure slings,
chains, or straps are properly secured and are
not twisted around each other or entangled.
3.
The load must be picked up so that it is equally
balanced and hangs level.
4.
When lifting a load, guard against shock loading
by taking up the slack in slings or straps slowly.
Prevent jerking at the beginning of the lift, and
accelerate or decelerate slowly.
5.
Do not use the Lift Hook to drag or pull a load.
6.
Do not leave suspended loads unattended.
7.
Take care that the load does not swing or come
in contact with an obstruction.
8.
Keep all personnel clear while the load is being
raised, moved, or lowered. Forklift operator
should be watchful of the load at all times,
especially when it is in motion.
9.
Never allow more than one person to give
signals to the forklift operator except to warn of a
hazardous situation.
10.
Never raise or carry the load higher than
necessary.
11.
Never allow anyone to work under a suspended
load.
12.
Never exceed rated capacity of any part of the
lifting system.
13.
Never allow anyone to ride on Lift Hook or on the
load being carried.
14.
Forklift operator must be properly trained and
have required certifications.
15.
Before using the Lift Hook check to see that it
is properly secured to the forklift as described in
the installation section and that the shackle and
hook are properly secured and screw pins are
tight.
16.
Determine that the loads to be handled are within
the capabilities of the forklift. Keep in mind that
rated capacities will likely decrease when the
boom is in a raised position, or when the mast
is tilted forward, or in the case of telehandlers,
when the boom is extended.
17.
Forks should be level or tipped upward (never
down below level) when using the Lift Hook.
18.
Do not pull loads – it is designed for vertical lift
only.
19.
The load should always be carried low and kept
from swinging using tag lines as necessary. Any
time a load is raised, extreme caution should be
exercised as the forklift is far more vulnerable to
tipping with a raised load.
20.
Any time the load is raised make sure the forklift
is on level, firm footing.
21.
Refer to the forklift operator’s manual for more
information on handling elevated loads as well as
information for safe and proper forklift operation.
22.
Always comply with all local, state, and federal
Safety regulations.
