When a forklift collides with a pedestrian, the results can be devastating. Facilities are often filled with blind corners, intersections and other highly trafficked areas that pose serious hazards to pedestrians — even when forklift drivers exercise caution. Just one distraction in a bustling warehouse can cause a driver to look away for a second too long. A loud environment can prevent a pedestrian from hearing an approaching forklift’s horn. And when working in an environment where the risk of collision is significantly heightened, forklift pedestrian safety can elevate safety for all workers. 

Forklift pedestrian safety is vital, regardless of how many forklifts are in your facility’s fleet. Forklifts are the cause of thousands of workplace injuries each year, and even a single forklift in your facility can present a significant risk to on-foot employees (OSHA). Systems like the Facility Intersection Conflict Warning Systems (FICWS) are designed with forklift pedestrian safety in mind and help mitigate conflicts between forklifts, foot traffic and other mobile equipment. By alerting forklift drivers of nearby pedestrians, the system helps facilities comply with forklift pedestrian safety standards.