Apply the pre-use inspection decision process when a safety warning device fails.
The horn fails during the operational check on a forklift assigned to a route with blind intersections and pedestrian activity. Inspection reasoning: failed safety function → route hazard uncontrolled → remove and report. Treating the horn as optional because the forklift can still drive, lift, and steer. Test the function Press the horn during the key-on operational check and confirm it produces an audible warning. The horn is not comfort equipment; it controls blind-corner and pedestrian warning risk. Connect to route hazards Identify cross aisles, doorways, backup movement, and pedestrian zones where warning is needed. The failed device matters more,…
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