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Checks are important part of the manual handling equipment process at Schenker Ltd. It is also one of the biggest causes of workplace accidents in Ireland and the UK . These checks have been established to promote and ensure safe working on our sites for the benefit of you, your colleagues and the visitors to our sites.
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Load being carried is secured.
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Forks lowered to a safe height before making a turn or driving away - Typically on an even surface this is approx 5-10cm. Uneven surfaces this may be slightly higher.
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Reversing down an incline when carrying a load (Also Keeping Straight)
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Reversing when a load is obscuring vision.
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Banksman support is being used when maneuvering in a tight area or when load protrudes further out. (Beyond pallet dimensions)
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Weight carried is within the truck's safe working load.
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Pallets being used are in good condition.
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When parking up, truck is left in a safe manner with inclines/declines taken into account, forks on the floor and keys removed to prevent unauthorised use.
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The behaviour of the driver illustrates safe driving allowing full control at all times (No sharp movements, or sudden stops or wheel spinning)
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Safe distance is maintained between other MHE in users.
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Operator looking in the direction of travel.
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Pre-start checks have been performed, defects are noted and reported.
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Witnessed using 3 points of contact when getting on/off. (Correct load bearing points/handles used (Not steering wheel)).
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Seatbelt (where fitted) is being used whilst driving.
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Driving safely and courteously in areas with pedestrians
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Horns sounded and speed reduced when when approaching blind corners/exits.
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Driver adapts a more cautious driving style to take into account wet, icy surface conditions considered).
