Who can operate a powered industrial truck?
(1) Only drivers authorized by the employer and trained in the safe operations of industrial trucks or industrial tow tractors pursuant to Section 3668 shall be permitted to operate such vehicles. (2) Stunt driving and horseplay are prohibited.
What is the designation for diesel power trucks?
The D designated units are units similar to the G units except that they are diesel engine powered instead of gasoline engine powered. The DS designated units are diesel powered units that are provided with additional safeguards to the exhaust, fuel and electrical systems.
Which vehicle is considered a powered industrial truck?
OSHA defines a powered industrial truck (PIT) as any mobile, power-propelled truck used to carry, push, pull, lift, stack, or tier materials, whether ridden by the operator or controlled by a walking operator.
Is an excavator a powered industrial truck?
OSHA agrees that these vehicles are not powered industrial trucks for the purposes of this rule. Therefore, equipment that was designed to move earth but has been modified to accept forks is not covered by this final rule. [Emphasis added].
How are industrial trucks classified?
Depending on their means of locomotion, industrial trucks may be classified as hand trucks or power trucks. The non-lift platform truck is used simply for hauling, but other power trucks are provided with mechanisms, usually hydraulic, for lifting the loads.
Are pallet jack considered a powered industrial truck?
A powered industrial truck is defined by OSHA as any mobile power-propelled truck used to carry, push, pull, lift, stack or tier materials. Examples include fork lifts, pallet jacks, low lift jacks, etc.
Is a scissor lift considered a powered industrial truck?
A scissor lift is not a powered industrial truck according to OSHA, but a pre-use inspection (similar to pre-shift forklift inspections) should be conducted.
How many classes of powered industrial trucks are there?
There are seven classes of forklifts, and each forklift operator must be certified to use each class of truck that they’ll operate. Classification depends on factors such as applications, fuel options, and features of the forklift.
Is a tractor a powered industrial truck?
Reply: Yard tractors that are not designed to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications for over-the-road use would be considered a powered industrial truck per 29 CFR 1910.178(a)(1), and the definition of a powered industrial truck outlined in American National Standards Institute (ANSI) B56.
What is not considered a powered industrial truck?
Powered industrial trucks, commonly called forklifts or lift trucks, are used in many industries, primarily to move materials. Over-the-road haulage trucks and earth-moving equipment that has been modified to accept forks are not considered powered industrial trucks.
What are the approval requirements for powered industrial trucks?
Written approval requirements for powered industrial truck modifications and additions that affect capacity or safe operation. (March 30, 2004). Batteries in powered industrial trucks must be secured horizontally and/or vertically. (March 18, 2003). Acceptability of using extensible boom forklifts to lift steel joist for spreading by hand.
Who must be trained to operate a powered industrial truck?
Figure 1. Employees being trained. Only trained and competent operators shall be permitted to operate a powered industrial truck. All powered industrial truck operators must be trained and certified by their organizations. [ 29 CFR 1910.178 (l)]
What are the OSHA standards for powered industrial trucks?
Powered industrial trucks are addressed in specific OSHA standards for general industry and maritime. Provides references that may aid in recognizing hazards associated with powered industrial trucks and provides examples of possible solutions. Provides links and references to additional resources related to powered industrial trucks.
When to remove a power powered industrial truck from service?
Powered industrial trucks must not be placed into service, or must be removed from service, when any condition exists that adversely affects the safety of the vehicle. (September 13, 2004). Requirements for the sound level of a warning device (horn) located on a forklift.