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LITTLE CODY'S MINI DEMO

Check before you operate.

Little Cody starts every shift with a proper walk-around. This short animated reminder shows the right mindset before a forklift is used.

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Little Cody starting a pre-use forklift inspection beside a safely parked counterbalance truck

Little Cody pointing at the wheel and fork area while carrying out a forklift inspection

Little Cody giving a thumbs up beside a checked forklift

Park safely first: forks down, mast upright and the truck secure before you begin.

Important training noticeThis animation is a safety reminder only. It does not replace formal training, site familiarisation, the truck manufacturer's guidance, daily inspection requirements or your workplace reporting procedure.

A SIMPLE ROUTINE

Little Cody's three-step start.

01

Park and prepare

Start with the truck safely parked. Use the correct daily check process for the vehicle and your workplace.

02

Walk around

Look for visible damage, leaks, worn components or anything that does not look right. Check the required controls and safety equipment too.

03

Report faults

Do not use a defective truck. Follow the site reporting procedure and make sure the vehicle is taken out of service when needed.

KEEP LEARNING

Safety comes before every shift.

Watch the full counterbalance safety video, use the checklist and ask your instructor if you are unsure about any part of the inspection.

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