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Powered pallet jacks, sometimes called “pallet trucks”, are the most basic form of Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) used to move pallets. Pallet jacks are essential for transport of materials in warehouses and in trailers. OSHA requires employers to evaluate the workplace for powered pallet jacks, train and periodically reevaluate all operators, and set and enforce operating rules. Powered pallet jacks must be inspected at least daily and any unsafe equipment removed from service immediately.
Powered pallet jacks are a type of powered industrial truck used to move pallets. Pallet jacks are battery powered and are one of two designs: either walk-behind or ride-on.
There are different types of pallet jacks as well; such low lift or high lift. The controls for different designs may vary.
OSHA requires employers to: