Introduction:Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), a blend of propane and butane, is widely used as a fuel source in various applications, including forklift trucks. Understanding the properties and potential hazards associated with LPG is crucial for ensuring the safety of workers and preventing accidents. In this article, we will explore the properties of LPG, occupational hazards, and the safety measures to...
Understanding Forklift Traction Control Systems: The Role of SCR Control
Introduction:Electric forklifts are a common sight in warehouses and industrial settings, silently navigating through aisles without the familiar sounds of gears shifting. Ever wondered how these forklifts smoothly accelerate without traditional gears? The answer lies in the sophisticated traction control systems, specifically the Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR) control. In this article, we will delve into the workings of SCR control...
Ensuring Forklift Battery Safety: Essential Precautions and Best Practices
Introduction:Forklifts rely heavily on lead-acid batteries to power their operations, and while these batteries are essential for the efficient functioning of the vehicles, they also pose potential risks. Handling sulfuric acid, explosive hydrogen gas, and the recharging process requires strict adherence to safety precautions. In this article, we’ll delve into crucial safety measures to be observed when dealing with forklift...
Understanding Forklift Hydraulic Systems: A Focus on Hydraulic Hoses
Introduction:Modern forklifts are equipped with advanced hydraulic systems that play a crucial role in their efficient operation. These hydraulic systems, often controlled electronically, consist of various components that work together seamlessly. In this article, we will specifically delve into the significance of hydraulic hoses within forklift hydraulic systems. Components of a Hydraulic System:A hydraulic hose is a fundamental component of...
Warehouse Safety
Lessons Learned from a Tragic Incident In a devastating incident on June 4, 2019, Jamie Anderson, a 35-year-old father of one, lost his life when the forklift truck he was operating overturned at a Barcode Warehouse Ltd depot in Newark. The aftermath of this tragic event has resulted in a £500,000 fine for the manufacturing company due to a failure...
Construction Site Safety
Heavy Consequences for Companies Ignoring Regulations In a deeply unfortunate incident on September 3, 2019, Anthony Pennell, a 32-year-old groundworker, suffered life-altering injuries when heavy drainage pipes fell on him at a construction site in Fradley Park, Lichfield. The aftermath of this accident has led to significant consequences for two construction companies, R O Donnell Plant & Civil Ltd and...
Worker Suffers Serious Injuries
Blackpool Clothing Firm Fined £40,000 for Forklift Accident In a distressing incident on March 25, 2022, at T. Print Limited’s Bristol Avenue site in Blackpool, self-employed delivery driver Andrew “John” Robinson faced life-altering injuries when struck by a forklift truck. The company’s failure to implement adequate safety measures resulted in serious consequences for Mr. Robinson, prompting the Health and Safety...
Devastating Telehandler Accident
Waste Company Faces Fines After Employee Loses Leg In a tragic incident on March 16, 2022, an employee of Eco Waste and Recycling Limited suffered life-altering injuries when he was run over by a reversing telehandler at the company’s waste transfer site in Hertfordshire. The subsequent investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) revealed critical safety lapses, leading to...
Tragedy Strikes
Lancashire Trucking Company Fined £30,000 After Mechanic’s Fatal Accident E. Jackson (Chatburn) Limited, a Lancashire trucking company, faces a £30,000 fine following a tragic incident in which a mechanic, Joseph Robinson, lost his life while repairing a forklift truck. The accident occurred at the company’s site in Clitheroe on October 13, 2020. The unfortunate incident sheds light on the importance...
Workplace Safety Neglect
£600,000 Fine for Manufacturing Company After Worker’s Leg Crushed by Forklift Truck AkzoNobel Packaging Coatings Limited, a manufacturing company, is facing a hefty £600,000 fine following a serious incident where a worker’s leg was crushed by a forklift truck. The unfortunate incident occurred at the company’s Birmingham site on Bordesley Green Road on May 8, 2018. The substantial fine highlights...