Forklifts: Getting on and off safely: A health and safety solution

What it contains

Forklifts cause more death and injuries in workplaces than any other piece of equipment. This health and safety solution advises how workplaces can prevent workers getting injured when they get on and off forklifts. This includes:

• buying or retrofitting forklifts with good footing, anti-slip surfaces and grab handles
• ensuring operators maintain three points of contact when getting on and off forklifts
• providing forklift safety training for workers