Fleet Management

Fleet evaluation

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Can the FLTA give an independent professional to review on the truck conditions and give assessment on expected life span? The Fork Lift Truck Association cannot offer an evaluation service directly however, through our “Find a Member” link on the FLTA Website, you will be able to identify our members and we would recommend discussing […]

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Can the FLTA give an independent professional to review on the truck conditions and give assessment on expected life span? The Fork Lift Truck Association cannot offer an evaluation service directly however, through our “Find a Member” link on the FLTA Website, you will be able to identify our members and we would recommend discussing

Fires involving fork lift trucks

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What are the actual hazard levels and frequencies relating to fire risk? We are not aware of any statistics that specifically cover the frequency or intensity of fire outbreaks, caused by diesel lift trucks however, we can advise on some precautions you could take to minimise the risk. One of the most effective to prevent

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What are the actual hazard levels and frequencies relating to fire risk? We are not aware of any statistics that specifically cover the frequency or intensity of fire outbreaks, caused by diesel lift trucks however, we can advise on some precautions you could take to minimise the risk. One of the most effective to prevent

What should be carried out in the service of an electric forklift?

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Unfortunately, due to the many different types and brands of Lift Trucks on the market, we are unable to offer a servicing guide and you should always refer to the equipment manufacturer’s guidelines but, in addition to mechanical inspections, it is essential to ensure that all safety related items are checked and adjusted, as may

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Unfortunately, due to the many different types and brands of Lift Trucks on the market, we are unable to offer a servicing guide and you should always refer to the equipment manufacturer’s guidelines but, in addition to mechanical inspections, it is essential to ensure that all safety related items are checked and adjusted, as may

Fork Damage

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Most of the guidelines for fork arm wear and tear relate to the thickness as the heal or, if it is related to alignment, then it is 30mm per 1000mm (or 3%). Follow links below for advice from UKMHA and HSE: Inspection and Repair of Fork Arms – PDF http://www.hse.gov.uk/workplacetransport/lift-trucks/repairs.htm Regarding damage or bending at

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Most of the guidelines for fork arm wear and tear relate to the thickness as the heal or, if it is related to alignment, then it is 30mm per 1000mm (or 3%). Follow links below for advice from UKMHA and HSE: Inspection and Repair of Fork Arms – PDF http://www.hse.gov.uk/workplacetransport/lift-trucks/repairs.htm Regarding damage or bending at

What is the VIN number on a Forklift truck?

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The VIN number is a unique reference number which identifies the vehicle right back through the manufacturing process. This can be achieved with a Forklift Truck through the Serial Number and it is perfectly acceptable to use the Serial Number in the VIN field of the application form when applying for road use via the

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The VIN number is a unique reference number which identifies the vehicle right back through the manufacturing process. This can be achieved with a Forklift Truck through the Serial Number and it is perfectly acceptable to use the Serial Number in the VIN field of the application form when applying for road use via the

Turning circles for a forklift

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The turning circles will vary quite widely depending on the size and type of lift truck being used. As a rough guide conventional counter-balance trucks would require an aisle width of between 3.5-4.5 metres. Reach trucks would normally operate in aisle widths of between 2.7-3.5 metres. There are other specialised warehouse trucks which can operate

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The turning circles will vary quite widely depending on the size and type of lift truck being used. As a rough guide conventional counter-balance trucks would require an aisle width of between 3.5-4.5 metres. Reach trucks would normally operate in aisle widths of between 2.7-3.5 metres. There are other specialised warehouse trucks which can operate

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