Enhancing Forklift Safety with Older Equipment
23 May 2024
Knowledge Stage
Compliance & Legislation
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Knowledge Hub
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Manual handling & Forklift Safety
The 2015 update to the Australian Standard for forklift trucks significantly enhanced safety requirements, yet forklift trucks commonly exceed a lifespan of 20 years. Approximately half of the currently operational machines in Australia are pre 2015 and therefore are not compliant with the current standard. . Under WHS legislation, PCBUs are mandated to employ all feasible measures for a safe workplace. This session will delve into the obligations for PCBUs to enhance safety standards of older machines, practical upgrades for such equipment, and the unique maintenance challenges requiring consideration.