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Dangers of forklift operation – the most common risks and how to avoid them

Forklift operator errors are among the most common causes of accidents in warehouses and on company premises.

Many of these dangers are repeated daily – often due to routine , time pressure , or a misjudgment of stability.

The following overview gives you a concise overview of the typical dangers and how to avoid them.

An overview of the 20 most common hazardous situations when driving a forklift

Speed & Driving Behavior

Obstructed view due to loads

Driving with a load raised too high

Cornering & sideways tilting

Inclines & Ramps

Unfastened seatbelt

Lack of daily checks

Unclear communication

Transport of loose small parts

Driving without a license

Dangerous soil conditions

Attachments & residual load capacity

Loading and unloading of trucks

Reversing with pedestrian traffic

Poor lighting

Overload due to incorrect load weight

Poor pallet quality

Lateral center of gravity offset

Mixed traffic with pedestrians

Forklift parked incorrectly

Correct procedure

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Training completed!

You now know the most important dangerous situations when driving a forklift.

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Our online test shows you typical questions that can also appear in the real exam – ideal for preparation and quick self-assessment.

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