Work Method Statements
Forklift Truck – Electric (Non pedestrian) Safe Work Method Statement

The six page Safe Work Method Statement outlines the Safety Steps required to operate an Electric Forklift Safely.
Electric Forklift 's need to be used with caution and appropiate Safe Work Method Statements. The Electric Forklift Safe Work Method Statement is ready to use and is not a blank template. Safe Work Method Statements can be edited or customised in MS Word if required.
The Safe Work Method Statement includes:
- Operators Requirements
- Site Awareness
- Preparation
- Pre-Start Daily Checks
- Entering and Seating
- Operation
- Operation On Roads
- Battery Charging
- On Completion
- General Maintenance

Electric Foklift Safety Notes
Before Operating An Electric Forklift:
- The work area is to be inspected to identify hazards and appropriate prevention/control measures are to be implemented.
- Forklifts, by their design, limit the operator’s vision. This must be taken into account when traffic movements are considered.
- Do not hold the steering wheel or levers when mounting or dismounting.
- Ensure the material is shifted using appropriate equipment such as drum lifters.