Forklifts are built to do tough work, but they’re not indestructible. Like any piece of heavy equipment, powered industrial trucks (PITs) must be regularly inspected and properly maintained to stay safe and reliable.
Daily inspections and scheduled maintenance are required by OSHA. Without them, even small mechanical issues can go unnoticed until they cause a serious accident. Employers are responsible for making sure that forklifts are inspected at the start of each shift and removed from…
