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SINGAPORE STANDARD
CP 101 : 2004
(ICS 53.060)
CODE OF PRACTICE FOR

Safe use of powered
counterbalanced forklifts
Published by
SPRING Singapore
2 Bukit Merah Central
Singapore 159835
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SINGAPORE STANDARD
CP 101 : 2004
(ICS 53.060)
CODE OF PRACTICE FOR

Safe use of powered
counterbalanced forklifts
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Standard may be reproduced or utilised in any form or by any means,
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ISBN 981-4154-15-6
CP 101 : 2004
Contents
Page
Foreword 6
CLAUSES
1 Scope 7
2 Classification and definitions 7
3 Operating safety rules and practices for the user and the operator 8
3.1 For the user 8
3.2 For the operator 12
3.3 Pedestrian safety 17
4 Maintenance practices 19
4.1 General 19
4.2 Maintenance items 19
4.3 Inspection 20
ANNEXES
A Components of a counterbalanced forklift (informative) 21

B Example of a check form (informative) 22
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CP 101 : 2004
Foreword
This Singapore Standard was prepared by the Working Group on Industrial Forklifts appointed by the
Technical Committee on Safety of Machinery which is under the purview of the General Engineering
and Safety Standards Committee.
Forklifts play a very important part in our industries today as they could move heavy materials quickly
and easily. Along with the drive to develop Singapore into a world-class logistics hub, more logistics
centres have been set up and more forklift trucks will be used. When operated safely, they contribute
to the productivity of the operation. When used incorrectly, they can cause property damage, serious
injuries and even death.
Accidents can happen due to a number of reasons. Examples are when forklift operators drive at
excessive speeds, do not look at where they are driving, do not stack loads correctly, exceed the rated
capacity of the forklift or drive with loads raised. These accidents may be prevented with proper
training.
When the Factories (Safety Training Courses) Order 2001 was implemented in June 2001, all forklift
operators employed in factories are required to undergo mandatory training. Employers must ensure
that their forklift operators are adequately trained to operate the forklifts safely. This will protect both
the forklift operators and pedestrians from serious injuries or even death as a result of an accident.
The purpose of this code is to provide important safety information for safety professionals, owners
and operators of forklifts to reduce workplace accidents and injuries. It could also be used as a guide
to design training courses for the forklift operators. This code is not meant to be used as a substitute
for operator training in the operation of forklifts.
In the preparation of this code, reference was mainly made to ISO 3691 : 1980 – “Powered industrial
trucks – Safety code”.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this Singapore Standard may be the
subject of patent rights. SPRING Singapore shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all of
such patent rights.
NOTE
1. Singapore Standards are subject to periodic review to keep abreast of technological changes and new
technical developments. The revisions of Singapore Standards are announced through the issue of
either amendment slips or revised editions.
2. Compliance with a Singapore Standard does not exempt users from legal obligations.
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CP 101 : 2004
Code of practice for safe use of powered counterbalanced forklifts
1 Scope
This code specifies the safety requirements for the manufacture, application, operation and
maintenance of powered counterbalanced forklifts. It lays down the responsibilities of the various
parties involved.
This code does not apply to industrial forklifts that do not apply lifting with forks and the use of
counterweights for balance. For the purpose of this code, the term “forklift” will refer to “powered
counterbalanced forklift”.
2 Classification and definitions

A component description of a forklift is given in Annex A.
For the purpose of this code, the definitions used in ISO 5053 : 1987, ISO 3287 : 1999 and those listed
below shall apply.
2.1 Authorised person
Person approved by his company to carry out the defined task.
2.2 Backing alarm
Audible or visual alarm use for alerting pedestrians when reversing the forklift.
2.3 Bridge plate
A device for bridging the gap between a loading bank and the trailer/container floor (freight container).
Used either on a dock or when the container is dismounted at level ground.
2.4 Dock leveler
Either portable or fixed equipment designed to bridge both the vertical and horizontal gap between a
loading bank and the trailer/container floor (freight container). The portable type is position exterior to
the bank. The fixed type is made integral with the bank.
2.5 Competent person
Person capable to perform the defined task by way of training by accredited centres.
2.6 Counterbalanced forklift
The term “powered counterbalanced forklifts” applies to mobile, power-driven vehicles used to carry,
lift, stack or tier loads.
2.7 Manufacturer
It refers to the propriety manufacturer who may be located overseas or the contractor who fabricates
the parts and assembles the components of the forklift locally.

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SINGAPORE STANDARD

CODE OF PRACTICE FOR

CODE OF PRACTICE FOR

All rights reserved. Unless otherwise specified, no part of this Singapore

A Components of a counterbalanced forklift (informative) 21

Code of practice for safe use of powered counterbalanced forklifts

2 Classification and definitions

2.1 Authorised person

Person approved by his company to carry out the defined task.

2.2 Backing alarm

2.3 Bridge plate

2.4 Dock leveler

2.5 Competent person

2.6 Counterbalanced forklift

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