At Hyster, your safety is one of our main concerns. This is why we offer a range of optional safety devices that could be included to your machine or work site. Following the standards of OSHA, Hyster manufactures both visible and audible warning devices along with head and work lamps.
According to OSHA and ASME B56.1 regulations, the only warning device needed on a lift truck is the steering wheel horn, that is a standard feature on all forklifts. Though visible or audible warning devices are not required on all types of lift trucks, there are several cases where optional warning devices may be appropriate. These factors are unique to each and every work place or work site and each and every condition must be considered individually.
Back-up alarms or motion alarms are the most common safety devices. The noise produced by these alarms are the main thing to consider. To begin with, the audible device should be able to be distinguished from other noises in the work place and the sound should be loud enough to be heard in the work site, even when other machinery could be functioning. The ability for employees to hear alarms and determine where the noise is originating from could be compromised if employees are wearing hearing protection devices. If the alarms are very offensive or disruptive to employees, nearby companies, or nearby houses, alarms may have to be disabled. If sound should be disabled, this should be able to happen readily. Rules should also be followed so as to make certain that the levels of noise do not go beyond OSHA noise limitations.
For visible safety devices, most frequently strobe, rotating, or flashing lights, numerous factors should be considered and thought must be put into whether visible safety devices may be more suitable compared to audible devices. Workplace lighting, presence of reflective surfaces, and operator distraction are all top priorities to take into account to ensure that safety devices do not pose a danger to drivers or other workers and are effective. Colour of safety lights must be different from other lights and background surfaces that are within the work site. Safety device placement are very important. Lights should be able to clear any overhead obstacles. Light positioning 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 suit numerous application requirements, Hyster has a range of optional lights that comprise halogen lights and weather-resistant LED. These lights could hold up through vibration and shock as well. As for work lamps and head lamps, OSHA has set standards to make working in dark work spaces or at night a lot safer. Directional lighting is required if the truck lighting makes less than 2 lumens per square foot. Hyster has many choices that will help increase visibility in low-light situations.