Issues a Forklift Operator Cares About

A forklift operator is concerned with various aspects related to their job, safety, work environment, and personal welfare. Below are the common issues they often pay attention to:

🔧 1. Occupational Safety

• Follow safe forklift operation procedures.

• Wear full personal protective equipment (helmet, anti-slip shoes, gloves, etc.).

• Avoid collisions with others or damaging goods.

• Inspect the forklift before use: brakes, forks, horn, lights, etc.

• Know how to handle issues when the forklift malfunctions.

📋 2. Licenses and Certificates

• Have a forklift license or certification (usually issued by training centers).

• Ensure the certificate is valid.

• Update skills if needed (electric forklifts, diesel forklifts, high-lift forklifts…).

💼 3. Working Conditions

• Is the working environment safe and well-ventilated?

• Is outdoor work involved? (affected by weather).

• Are there night shifts or overtime?

• Are rest periods in compliance with labor laws?

💰 4. Salary and Benefits

• Base salary, overtime pay, allowances (fuel, hazardous work…).

• Social insurance, health insurance, occupational accident insurance.

• Holiday bonuses, Tet bonuses, 13th month salary…

📦 5. Workload

• Is manual lifting required?

• Is the frequency and weight of lifting too much?

• Does continuous work cause fatigue?

🛠️ 6. Forklift Maintenance and Quality

• Is the forklift regularly maintained?

• Does it often break down, posing a safety risk?

• Is a personal forklift assigned, or is it shared?

📚 7. Training and Advancement

• Are there opportunities to learn new skills (different forklifts, warehouse management…)?

• Is there a career path for promotion to team leader or supervisor?