Order Picker Safety
An order picker is a forklift with an operator platform that raises with the forks. This allows operators to pick, or retrieve, individual items instead of entire pallets stored on high shelves. Order pickers are specially designed to operate in narrow aisles, where there is often only a few inches of clearance on either side. There are several obvious hazards associated with working at heights in narrow aisles, including falls, tip-overs, and falling objects. This course discusses how to safely operate order pickers.
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Learning Objectives
• List hazards associated with order pickers • Identify order picker safety equipment • Describe how to safely operate an order picker • Describe how to prevent tip-overs • Describe how to inspect order pickers to ensure their safety
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much can an order picker lift?
Where can I find lift capacity information?
What is a dead man’s pedal?
What can cause an order picker to tip over?
Is fall protection required on an order picker?
Sample Video Transcript
An order picker is a forklift with an operator platform that raises with the forks. This allows operators to pick, or retrieve, individual items instead of entire pallets stored on high shelves. A typical order picker has a lift capacity of about 3,000 pounds (1,361 kilograms) and can reach heights of 30-35 feet (9-10.5 meters). Operators should always confirm the weight capacity of the vehicle they are operating. Order pickers are specially designed to operate in narrow aisles, where there is often only a few inches of clearance on either side. Therefore, the condition of the warehouse floor is critical. If the floor is uneven, the truck may lean and hit the racks. Many warehouses use rails or wires to safely guide the order picker down the aisle.
