Lifting slings and forklift trucks
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Re: Lifting slings and forklift trucks
This lifting operation is not a recommended method of lifting; however, we are aware that it does occur quite frequently within industry. Risks to consider include:
? sharp corner of fork damaging sling
? sling slipping, premature sling wear
? trapping and snatching.
Should you wish, you can purchase purpose-made hooks to fit as an attachment to your forklift truck forks − which have clamping arrangements. These should have been tested to the relevant standards by the supplier.
For general information with regards to the safe use of forklift trucks, please visit: www.hse.gov.uk/workplacetransport/pm28.pdf.
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Lifting slings and forklift trucks
Added: 14:03 07.09.2007
Can lifting slings (ie polyester/nylon web slings) be used on forks of forklift trucks?
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