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  • The forklift industry is massive. Despite the pandemic in 2020, an estimated 1,400,000,000 forklifts were operational across the entire planet.

     

    Whether they're used as part of industrial conveyor or warehouse operations, forklifts are an integral part of any industry. However, like all machinery, they have a tendency to falter.

     

    Maintaining a forklift is highly important as any downtime can prove to be costly for warehouse operation. The question is, can your Monroe area facility devote the time, manpower, and resources needed to keep your forklift fleet working at its best?


  • According to the National Safety Council, there were 78 work-related forklift-related deaths in 2020. There were an additional 7,290 nonfatal forklift-related injuries. This is despite the strict safety regulations required by government agencies, such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

     

    OSHA regulates the proper training of operating industrial machinery to reduce workplace fatalities. This is why you must undergo OSHA forklift training if you operate these machines.

     

    Forklift training requirements are extensive, but necessary. If you're considering a job in Greer that involves using a forklift, here are some of the requirements.


  • Projections show that the global forklift market will grow to a size of 1.908 million by 2028.

     

    Forklifts are incredibly useful to a large number of businesses in the Monroe area and have a range of uses. What many people don't realize is how adaptable they are. Many different attachments can be added to forklifts to increase their capabilities.

     

    For some of the best forklift parts for improving productivity, we have created this comprehensive list for you below.