While investigating Forklifts in and around somerset be aware that a worn steer axle on a second-hand forklift can make it difficult to manoeuvre and be expensive to repair. Check the wheels and if they are not perpendicular to the ground this might be a problem.

Whilst looking for Forklifts in and around somerset remember that two of the most important safety aspects are vehicle stability and control of the load. Statistics prove that machine tip-over's and falling loads are the two biggest causes of accidents and injuries.

If you are searching for Forklifts in and around somerset take into account the fact that some older forklifts have a high resale value but there are newer machines from the same manufacturers that are not as well-designed and have a much lower resale value.

Tip – If you are searching for Forklifts near somerset and are considering a second hand machine remember to treat the purchase in a similar way to how you would buy a second hand car. Check out the machine as much as possible, test drive it and look for a service or maintenance history.

If you are investigating Forklifts in and around somerset you should be aware that a newspaper distribution company was fined £125,000 when a van driver suffered severe head injuries after being hit in the head by a reversing forklift. The forklift driver had reversed without looking.