FORKLIFT SAFETY IS AN EVERYDAY PRIORITY

It’s built into everything we do.

A CHAMPION OF FORKLIFT SAFETY

Hyster has a legacy of creating state-of-the-art equipment and advanced solutions, as well as providing insightful resources and training that empower our customers to build a stronger safety culture. Our unwavering commitment has positioned us as an industry leader, helping the materials handling industry to operate efficiently and confidently in fast-paced, intense operations.

Thought Leadership

UNLOCKING SAFETY INSIGHTS

Your operation needs to take a multi-faceted approach to forklift safety. Find out how Hyster offers multiple solutions to help you reduce the risk of injuries and increase uptime.

SAFETY ARTICLES

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR COMFORT AND WELL-BEING

 

Hyster Reaction

Forklift technology: Operator Assist System

Hyster Reaction received the prestigious Edison Award for new product design and innovation. The first-of-its-kind technology controls lift truck performance based on real-time equipment status, location and operating conditions.

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SIMULATORS AND VIRTUAL TRAINING

Whether your operators are new, experienced or a combination of both, Hyster offers innovative training tools such as our Forklift Simulator™ to help your team tackle tough tasks with greater precision and confidence.

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HYSTER TRACKER HELPING WITH FORKLIFT OPERATION SAFETY

With Hyster Tracker on your team, you can leverage real-time telemetry data and fleet management tools to transform the way you do business, helping your team work smarter and safer.

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DON’T SETTLE FOR LESS THAN DSS - DYNAMIC STABILITY SYSTEM

 

Forklift safety is critical in the materials handling industry. That’s why we’ve engineered the Hyster® Dynamic Stability System (DSS) into every A Series model. The innovative system helps support confidence and promote safe operating practices for forklift operators. Click through each aspect to learn more.

Lateral forklift stability system

 
DSS Lateral Stability

Reduces lift truck lean in turns, helping to improve lateral stability. The innovative steer axle design allows for superior travel over uneven surfaces. The system is 100% maintenance free, with no controller, sensors or wiring.

High-lift traction control

 
DSS traction control

Limits truck speed when the carriage is raised above the height threshold. Operator will receive a visual indicator on the truck display and an audible alert.

High-lift tilt control

 
DSS tilt control

Limits tilt speed and forward tilt range when the carriage is raised above the height threshold while carrying a load. Operator will receive a visual indicator on the lift truck display and an audible alert.

Corner control

 
DSS corner control

Dynamically limits speed when driving around corners, based on how tightly the truck is turning. Operator will receive a visual indicator on the forklift display and an audible alert.

DSS Lateral Stability DSS traction control DSS tilt control DSS corner control

FREE FORKLIFT SAFETY POSTER DOWNLOADS

Keep safety top of mind at your facility with these printable safety posters for forklift operation, pedestrian safety and power source safety. Click to download in your preferred language. (Poster size 22" x 31").


Hyster Power Safety Poster

Power Safety Poster

English | Spanish | French


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Operator Safety Poster

English | Spanish | French


Pedestrian Safety Poster

Pedestrian Safety Poster

English | Spanish | French

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Build a forklift safety culture

From establishing risk awareness to reinforcing best practices,
review these five everyday steps to help prioritize safety.

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