Warning issued to workplaces using forklifts

NT WorkSafe has issued a Safety Alert warning of the dangers of using fuel-powered (petrol/LPG/Diesel) forklifts in an enclosed or poorly ventilated area.

The alerts comes after two workers experienced the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning that resulted in one of the workers requiring medical assistance.

• Download safety alert: Carbon monoxide risk when using forklifts in enclosed areas