Amongst Hysters top safety concerns is safety. It is why they offer numerous pieces of optional safety equipment that can be added to either the work site or the machinery itself. Following OSHA standards, Hyster manufactures head and work lamps in addition to both audible and visible warning devices.
According to ASME B56.1 and OSHA regulations, the only warning device needed on a lift truck is the horn on the steering wheel, which is a basic feature on all lift trucks. Though visible or audible warning devices are not required on all kinds of forklifts, there are a few conditions where optional warning devices might be appropriate. These factors are unique to each and every work place or work site and every case must be considered individually.
Motion alarms or back-up alarms are the most common safety devices. The noise produced by these alarms are the main factor to take into consideration. To begin with, the audible device should be able to be distinguished from other sounds within the work site and the noise should be loud enough to be heard in the work location, even if other kinds of machines may be functioning. 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 workers, nearby houses, or nearby businesses, alarms may have to be disabled. If noise should be disabled, this must be able to happen readily. Regulations also have to be followed to ensure that the levels of noise do not exceed OSHA noise limitations.
Visible safety devices might comprise the common strobe, rotating, or flashing lights. Factors to consider with visible safety devices comprise whether or not these devices might be more suitable compared to audible devices. Operator distraction, workplace lighting and presence of reflective surfaces are top concerns to take into consideration to ensure that safety devices do not pose a danger to operators or other employees and are effective. Colour of safety lights should be different from background surfaces and other lights that are in the work site. Safety device positioning are very important. Lights must be able to clear any overhead obstacles. Light placement must not cause the lights to reflect or shine into the driver's eyes, but shielding of the lights must not excessively obstruct the light's visibility to pedestrians.
To meet numerous application needs, Hyster has a variety of optional lights which comprise halogen lights and weather-resistant LED. These lights are able to hold up through vibration and shock as well. When it comes to work lamps and head lamps, OSHA has set standards to make working in dark work spaces or at night safer. Directional lighting is required if the lighting on the forklift makes less than 2 lumens per square foot. Hyster has lots of choices which would truly help increase visibility in low-light situations.