While investigating rental of electric forklift trucks dorset in and around dorset you might wish to be aware that a forklift driver also has a legal duty to ensure the safety of others. In one case a forklift driver working at a sawmill was fined £1,750 plus costs after an incident in which he hit a fellow employee causing a fractured pelvis, cuts and bruises. The driver''s vision was impaired by the load he was carrying. In this case the employer had employed an in-house forklift truck trainer and the driver had received regular refresher training and re-testing and as a result it was the employee not the employer that was fined for this incident.

If you are investigating rental of electric forklift trucks dorset in and around dorset remember that electric forklifts are much quieter and have virtually no emissions with the exception of some hydrogen emission during charging. They also are generally expected to have fewer breakdowns than internal combustion engines.

When looking for rental of electric forklift trucks dorset in and around dorset remember that transporting very long loads around a busy site is potentially hazardous. However the Combilift is recognised for its contribution towards safer handling. Low level transportation of loads resting on the platform and improved visibility from the driver''s cab are two of the features that help make it easier for operators to move safely.