Palift MK3 Manual
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User’s Manual
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10.0
Hazard Identification, Risk
Assessment & Control for Palift
10.1
Crushing and Shearing Injuries as a Consequence of Pinch
Points
The Palift has pinch points where the scissor legs meet and where the legs meet the platform and
the base. A crush injury is possible if a person’s body fouls these areas or is caught between the
Palift platform and the floor or other fixtures nearby.
10.1.1
Risk Assessment
The risk of such an injury is very slight. The Palift only moves in response to pallet loading or
unloading and the pinch points develop extremely slowly as the Palift moves. There is no serious
injury history associated with Palift in Australia. The passive nature of its operation means that any
injuries would be minor.
10.1.2
Control Measures
Palift’s scissor legs are spaced apart to ensure no pinch points between the scissors.
Train operators to ensure that no-one is likely to be caught in the moving parts before loading the
Palift. Clear the area around the Palift before operation.
10.2
Crushing and Shearing Injuries as a Consequence of Pinch
Points (Turntable)
The Palift has pinch points where the turntable rotates on its bearings. Each turntable has 10
bearings. A crush injury is possible if a person’s body fouls these areas or is caught between the
Palift turntable and the bearings.
10.2.1
Risk Assessment
The risk of such an injury is very slight. The Palift only moves in response to operator interaction
and the pinch points develop extremely slowly as the turntable rotates. The pinch points are not
easily accessible. There is no serious injury history associated with Palift in Australia. The passive
nature of its operation means that any injuries would be minor.
10.2.2
Control Measures
Palift’s turntable has a sturdy PVC cover to ensure no pinch points from the top of the unit.
Train operators to ensure that no-one is likely to be caught in the moving parts before loading the
Palift. Clear the area around the Palift before operation.
10.3
Crush Injuries due to Uncontrolled Descent
If both the springs are removed at once, the Palift could plummet.
