A forklift is a powered industrial truck used to lift, move, and place materials within warehouses, factories, construction sites, and other industrial settings. It is equipped with forks or prongs that can be inserted beneath loads to facilitate transportation. The typical process involving a forklift includes the following steps:
- Preparation: The operator inspects the forklift for safety, ensuring that it is in proper working condition, and checks the load capacity and stability.
- Approach: The operator positions the forklift close to the load, aligning the forks with the pallet or object to be moved.
- Lifting: The forks are inserted beneath the load, and the operator raises it to a safe height, ensuring stability and balance.
- Transport: The forklift moves the load to the desired location, navigating through the workspace while maintaining awareness of surroundings.
- Placement: The load is carefully lowered and positioned at the designated spot.
- Completion: The operator withdraws the forks and conducts any necessary post-operation checks.
