Wisman Feliciano

Safety

• Forklift operators must be properly trained and certified to ensure they adhere to OSHA safety standards. They should complete daily safety checklists, identify workplace hazards, and establish and maintain worksite safety procedures.

Maintenance

• Forklift operators should maintain the equipment, avoid overloading it, and operate it safely at all times. They should also inspect vehicles for damage and schedule maintenance and repairs.

Loading and unloading

• Forklift operators are responsible for loading and unloading trucks and warehouse items safely and efficiently. They may also need to move goods from storage to loading areas, and relocate deliveries when they arrive.

Other tasks

Forklift operators may also need to:

• Optimize loads to ensure efficiency
• Secure loads before transporting them
• Pick and wrap orders for shipment
• Use scanners to track items
• Stack empty pallets to maximize space