Safety regulations for operating hydraulic lifting equipment

To ensure worker safety, protect property, and maintain stable production operations, understanding and strictly applying safety regulations when operating hydraulic lifting equipment is paramount. This article will provide you with hydraulic lifting equipment safety regulations during operation to raise user awareness and prevent accidents, creating a safe and efficient working environment.

Key hydraulic lifting equipment safety regulations to master

Lifting equipment in general, and pallet jacks in particular, play a crucial role in production but also pose many risks of occupational accidents if not used correctly. Mastering and complying with hydraulic lifting equipment safety regulations is a prerequisite for ensuring worker safety, protecting property, and maintaining production activities.

Safety regulations for lifting equipment installation

Installation site inspection

• Ensure the floor is load-bearing, with sufficient space and safe height for the lifting equipment to operate.
• Remove obstacles that hinder installation and operation.

Choosing suitable equipment

• Select lifting equipment with a payload and lifting height suitable for the intended use.
• Prioritize equipment from reputable manufacturers that meets quality standards.

Technical inspection

• Perform technical inspections and maintenance on lifting equipment before installation.
• Ensure all equipment parts are in good working order, with no damage or leaks.

Proper installation

• Strictly follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
• Use genuine tools, materials, and accessories.
• Assign installation tasks to experienced individuals trained in occupational safety.

Using safety protective gear

• Installers must use full personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets, safety goggles, gloves, and safety shoes.

Power check

• Check the electrical system to ensure it meets the technical and safety requirements of the lifting equipment.

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Hydraulic lifting equipment safety regulations during operation

User training

• Train operators on how to use lifting equipment safely and correctly.
• Operators must master the operating principles, operating procedures, and troubleshooting measures of the equipment.

Checking equipment before use

• Check the technical condition of the lifting equipment before each shift.
• Ensure parts are working well, with no damage or oil leaks.

Compliance with permissible load

• Do not lift or lower goods that exceed the equipment’s permissible load capacity.
• Distribute the load evenly on the pallet or lifting attachment.

Ensuring work area safety

• Streamline traffic and establish a safety zone around the operating lifting equipment.
• Prohibit unauthorized persons from standing near the operating area of the lifting equipment.

Following proper procedures

• Comply with the equipment operating procedures according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Correctly perform procedures for hooking loads, securing goods, moving, and lifting.

Regulations on inspection and maintenance

Registration and inspection

• Register and inspect lifting equipment according to legal regulations.
• Only use lifting equipment that has been inspected and remains valid.

Service and Maintenance

• Perform periodic maintenance on lifting equipment as per the manufacturer’s guide.
• Keep complete records in the maintenance logbook.

Operator certification

• Lifting equipment operators must possess valid certification and operating experience.

General regulations

• Equip operators with full personal protective equipment.
• Do not use lifting equipment when there are signs of damage.
• Report immediately to the supervisor when a malfunction is detected.
• Comply with other safety regulations of the enterprise.

Legal basis

• Law on Occupational Safety and Hygiene No. 84/2015/QH13.
• Decree No. 44/2016/ND-CP providing detailed regulations on some articles of the Law on Occupational Safety and Hygiene.
• National Technical Regulation QCVN 7:2012/BLDTBXH on occupational safety for lifting equipment.

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Naltako – A provider of quality hydraulic lifting equipment

Naltako is a reputable brand specializing in high-end lifting products. With years of experience in the hydraulic lifting industry, Naltako always brings customers high-quality products with diverse and reasonable designs.

Here are the reasons why you should choose Naltako’s lifting equipment:

• Lifting devices are made from quality materials, offering high durability and good load-bearing capacity.
• Diverse product models, with equipment manufactured based on customer requirements.
• Reasonable and competitive pricing, suitable for customer investment budgets.
• Warranty policy up to 12 months.

Naltako ensures compliance with hydraulic lifting equipment safety regulations, giving customers peace of mind when using our products. For further details, please contact:

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