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Fork Lift Truck Operations Risk Assessment
This fully completed fork lift truck (FLT) operations risk assessment example has been prepared by a qualified health and safety professional. It covers a typical range of hazards, risks and associated control measures for all FLT operations including loading, unloading, stacking, order picking and travelling and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation.
What Does This Fork Lift Truck Risk Assessment Cover?
This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with fork lift truck operations including;
- Pedestrian collision — FLTs travelling in shared areas causing collisions resulting in fatal crush injuries and severe trauma
- FLT overturning — overloading, excessive speed, uneven surfaces or raised loads causing the FLT to overturn, trapping the operator
- Falling loads — unstable or incorrectly stacked loads falling from forks or racking striking operatives and pedestrians below
- Pre-use defects and maintenance failures — use of FLT with defective brakes, tyres, hydraulics or steering creating loss of control
Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating of Substantial, and a comprehensive listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;
- Physically segregated pedestrian and FLT routes with floor markings, barriers and controlled crossings
- FLT operators trained and certificated to RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent standard; authorised by management
- Safe Working Load displayed on all FLTs; overloading, raised forks during travel and carrying passengers prohibited
- Exclusion zones under raised loads; safety helmets in all FLT zones
- Daily pre-use inspections, planned preventive maintenance and annual LOLER thorough examination
A residual risk rating is then assigned to each hazard, demonstrating how effective risk management reduces overall risk to a tolerable level.
A Professional, Easy-to-Use Risk Assessment Template
This document uses colour-coded header styles matched to risk ratings, making it quick to read and easy to communicate during toolbox talks and worker training. A built-in risk rating matrix supports consistent evaluation of likelihood and consequence, and hazard pictograms using internationally recognised ISO warning symbols are included alongside relevant hazard entries — improving clarity and helping to highlight risks and mandatory controls.
The result is a completed risk assessment that looks professional, reads clearly, and demonstrates a structured and effective approach to risk management.
Who Is This Risk Assessment Template Suitable For?
This fork lift truck operations risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, warehouse managers, logistics supervisors, FLT operators and any employer with a duty to assess risks associated with fork lift truck operations. It can be implemented as a standalone document or as part of a broader occupational health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001.
Note: This example risk assessment is supplied for use as guidance only and should be reviewed and completed by a competent person.