Posted By BAK Hi all, I have an issue at my workplace that involves the interface between people and fork lift trucks. In a workplace with limited space and three FLTs operating how can we avoid conflict between man and machine. Don't say "remove FLTs". Then nothing would get done as we work with heavy pallets and loads.

Posted By sagalout Brian, I am guessing that you are already aware of the codes and guidance that is out there. I have copy of a pp presentation by the HSE on same if you want a copy. The one thing that stood out for me after the presentation was a statement "every effort should be made to separate pedestrians from vehicles". This accepted that it is not always possible to do so completely. Your workplace would appear to fall into that category. So following the safe site, driver and vehicle route(sic) you should be able to establish a reasonable position. Things like ped routes where you can especially at points where there is clear conflict, barriers where you can to separate. Site specific training for FLT drivers, take them through pinch points or areas of high conflict and agree a strategy for coping with those areas. Training for peds about their responsibility to stay alert and out of the way. Dynamic supervision is essential where there is a lack of physical control, watching for good driving technique and complementing / correcting both peds and drivers constantly and consistently. Signage till it comes out of the walls where you have not been able to implement any stricter control. Just a few ideas around an approach you could take, hope it helps.

Posted By RP New guidance on workplace transport, ect on HSE website...

Posted By BAK Thank you for taking the time to reply. I appreciate it.