1) SWP - Forklifts - 2

SAFE WORK PROCEDURE (SWP) JENMON INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD
SWP:1 – OPERATION OF FORKLIFT
1 PURPOSE
1.1 To ensure safe work operation and compliance with the Workplace Safety and
Health Act and subsidiary legislation.
2 SCOPE
2.1 This SWP applies to the use of forklifts.
3 RESPONSIBILITY
Manager To regularly review operations for adequacy

Safety Sup/ Supervisor To enforce requirements of safe operations
Worker To observe and comply with all requirements
4 REFERENCES
a. CP101:2004 Code of practice for safe use of powered counterbalanced

forklift
b. Risk assessment records
5 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
5.1 The following PPE (but not limited to) shall be provided and used for the
operation:
a. Eye protection
b. Foot protection
c. Head protection (if there are potential knocks against objects or falling
objects)
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6 TRAINING
6.1 All work personnel shall be trained on this SWP and the procedure to follow in
the event of an emergency.
7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Pre-Operation
7.1 Only authorized and trained forklift drivers can draw the keys and operate the
forklifts.
7.2 Wear safety shoes when operating the forklift at all times.
7.3 Before operating the forklift for the day, perform pre-operational checks.
7.4 Report all faults to the supervisor immediately. If the forklift is unsafe to be
operated, return the key to the store.
Safe Operation
7.5 Operate the forklift with caution at all times. Ensure that the forklift can be
brought to a safe stop at any time, taking into account the load, the operating
surface and any other potential hazard in the work area. No speeding is allowed.
7.6 Pay attention to the operating environment, including other persons, fixed or
movable objects at all times. Do not lift loads near or above other persons.
7.7 Ensure that clear vision is maintained during operation. Ask a co-worker to assist
in guiding if the view is restricted.
7.8 When making a turn, do it slowly and look out for possible obstruction, blind
spot or hazards. No sharp cornering is allowed. If necessary, horn to alert your
presence.
7.9 Always check that there is adequate width or overhead clearance in the pathway.
7.10 Do not travel with the load raised too high. Secure and maintain proper
balancing of the load at all times.
7.11 Use the forklift for its intended purpose. Do not carry any person on the fork or
allow passenger to ride on the forklift. Do not horseplay when driving the forklift.
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7.12 Assess the load before picking it up. Find out the weight of the load if you are
unsure. Do not overload the forklift.
7.13 Check the condition of the pallet used to carry the load before use. Do not use
the pallet if it is defective or not in good condition.
7.14 Set the width of the fork carefully. The spread shall be suitable for the width of
the load to be handled.
7.15 Ensure that the forks are inserted under the load as far as possible when using
the forks to pick up the load. Care must be taken to ensure that items beyond
the loads are not disturbed by the fork tips. Raise the forks sufficiently to engage
the load.
7.16 Ensure that the loads are stable and safely arranged before lifting. Exercise
particular care when handling extra long or high loads.
7.17 Lower the load carefully and on even grounds. If necessary, use wooden blocks
(dunnage) to facilitate the placement of the load and the withdrawal of the forks.
Parking and Shutdown
7.18 Park the forklift in a safe place or designated parking area at all times.
7.19 Rest the forks safely on the ground.
7.20 Shut off the power and remove the key from the forklift.
7.21 Check that the forklift is safely parked. Should there be any defect on the forklift,
report it immediately to the supervisor.
7.22 Return the key to the control room.
Additional notes;
- Only certified operator is allowed to operate the crane at all times.
- Lookout –man/ banksman shall be control the forklift movement during
operation.
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8 EMERGENCY
8.1 First-aid box shall be maintained in accordance with the Workplace Safety and
Health (First Aid) Regulations.
8.2 In case of equipment / machinery fault:
a. Turn off the power supply.

b. Display a tag on the equipment to warn of fault.
c. Inform the management immediately.
8.3 In case of injury:
a. Inform the management immediately.

b. Apply first aid where possible.
c. Call for ambulance (995) if necessary.
8.4 In case of fire:
a. Use the fire extinguisher to put out the fire where possible.
b. Inform the management.
c. Evacuate if fire is beyond control. Call SCDF (995).
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SAFE WORK PROCEDURE (SWP) JENMON INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD

SWP:1 – OPERATION OF FORKLIFT

2.1 This SWP applies to the use of forklifts.

Manager To regularly review operations for adequacy

a. CP101:2004 Code of practice for safe use of powered counterbalanced

5 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

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Parking and Shutdown

7.19 Rest the forks safely on the ground.

7.22 Return the key to the control room.

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8.2 In case of equipment / machinery fault:

a. Turn off the power supply.

8.3 In case of injury:

a. Inform the management immediately.

8.4 In case of fire:

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