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Stand Up ForkliftsStand up forklifts have no place for an operators to sit and are an alternative to seated units. They are used for quick loading and unloading in applications where the operator needs to frequently mount and dismount the forklift. This type also offers tight handling and maneuvering, and is only used indoors on smooth surfaces like concrete. Class I, II and III forklifts are often manufactured as stand up. Because of newer emission standards, they are mostly electric and can lift 3000 to 5000 pounds at one time. To prevent the forklift from toppling over, counterbalance weight is often placed in the body of the truck to provide stability. In the absence of counterbalance weights, the rider will sometimes straddle the forklift. Stand up forklifts require a high level of attention to safety, because accidents resulting in injury can occur. Riders and operators do not have a seatbelt option, meaning they may become trapped underneath the truck in case of an accident. Under-riding, which is an accident that happens when the lift truck isn’t equipped with a rear guard, can cause fatalities in workers when they reverse the truck and run into storage shelving. Therefore, when purchasing stand up forklifts, it is very important to make sure the model comes with a rear guard.
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