Safety alert issued after worker seriously injured using make shift forklift workbox

NT WorkSafe has issued a safety alert after a worker was seriously injured falling over 3.6 metres from a forklift.

The alert reminds businesses and workers to only use forklift attachments that have been designed and manufactured in accordance with the Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011.

The alert outlines a number of recommendations forklift owners and operators should follow to prevent a similar incident from occurring.

Contact:
Communications Unit
Phone:
0401 114 569
Email:
ntworksafe@nt.gov.au