WHY A FORKLIFT CAGE?
WHY A FORKLIFT CAGE? A forklift cage or work box is used to provide a safe work platform to raise or lift people performing occasional or short duration tasks where it is not practical to use scaffolding, elevating work platforms, or similar devices.
Tasks that may require a forklift cage include replacing light globes or broken lights in your warehouse, improving lighting and productivity, and creating a safer environment. Accessing stock from those high and extremely dangerous areas can be made easier and safer for all employees. General day-to-day maintenance throughout your warehouse can also be streamlined, saving time and money through preventative maintenance programs.
It is important to use an Australian Standards approved forklift cage. Australian Standard AS 2359.1: Powered industrial trucks – General requirements provides a minimum standard to which work platforms should be constructed. Variations of a forklift cage include features such as fold-down designs for easy transport, doors located on different sides, open or closed mesh, and the presence of handrails in various configurations.
To use a forklift cage safely, a properly trained forklift operator holding a high-risk work licence must maintain control of the vehicle at all times. The number of workers on the platform should be limited according to the manufacturer’s or a competent person’s instructions. The following safety guidelines are recommended for the operation of forklift trucks fitted with approved forklift cages:
- Check that the forklift cage is suitable and can carry the expected load and has correct work box attachments.
- Verify that the forklift cage is securely attached in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Ensure that individuals can safely exit the work box and the forklift in case of a failure in its normal operation.
- Make sure the parking brake is engaged, the controls are in neutral, and the mast is vertical.
- Conduct a test lift with the forklift cage attached before allowing anyone to enter the work platform.
- Ensure that the operator remains at the controls at all times while individuals are in the forklift cage.
All Lifting supplies and manufactures forklift cages and can custom build any forklift cage using sophisticated engineering technology to meet your specific application requirements. We pride ourselves on fabricating top quality forklift safety cages in accordance with Australian Standards. Additionally, we can provide test certificates and conduct inspections on a forklift cage.
View our range of forklift cages and forklift attachments on our website.
