FIBC Safe Handling Guidelines – Handling by Forklift, Crane or Hoist
Every Year More Than 500 Million Bulk Bags Or Fib C’S Are Used Around The World They’re Used To Transport A Wide Variety Of Solid Materials That You See Or Use Everyday And Fit Cuff The Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers Association Wants To Ensure That Fib Sees Used For These Essential Materials Are Filled Emptied Stored And Shipped Safely To Educate The Public Fib Qey Has Assembled Safe Handling Guidelines To Address Some Common Situations But You Will Still Want To Consult Your Fi Bc Supplier Regarding Your Specific Application And Handling Environment A Full Set Of Guidelines Can Be Found At Fedka Comm But In This Video We’ll Focus On The Key Points Related To The Handling Of Fib Seized By Forklift Crane Or Hoist Don’t Forget To Adhere To All Other Applicable Regulations Standards And Supplier Recommendations Before Handling In FIBC You Need To Ensure That All Devices Are Designed For Fi Pcs Have Safety Latches And Are Rated For The Capacity Of The Filled Fib See Any Handling Devices Such As Forklift X Grain Hooks Or Bars Must Also Be Free Of Sharp Edges Or Protrusions Edges Must Be Rounded To Have A Radius Of 5 Millimeters Or Greater When You’re Sure You Have The Right Equipment You Will Need To Remember These Critical Points When Handling Fib Cs By Forklift Crane Or Hoist First Let’s Start With Some Safe Handling Guidelines When Using A Forklift Never Suspend In FIBC Using Fewer Lift Loops Or Sleeves Than Provided Always Ensure The Forklift Tines Are Positioned So The Lift Loops Are Vertical To Prevent Damaging Lateral Forces Always Ensure That Any Pallets Used Are Free Of Nails Or Protrusions That Could Damage The Fib C And That Your Pallet Is Sized So The FIBC Doesn’t Hang Over The Side Unless It’s Designed And Approved To Do So By The Manufacturer When Moving An FIBC With A Forklift Keep The FIBC To The Mast With A Tilted Back At An Appropriate Angle Never Tilt The Mast Forward Never Move If The Line Of Sight Is Blocked Keep Fib Seized Clear Of The Floor And Forklift Wheels Avoid Sudden Lifts And Stops Never Push Or Drag In FIBC Stop The Forklift Before Raising Or Lowering An FIBC Never Withdraw The Forklift Times Without Removing All Of The Load From The Loops Or Sleeves Second Let’s Cover Some Safe Handling Guidelines When Using A Crane Or Hoist Never Suspend An FIBC Using Fewer Lift Loops Or Sleeves Than Provided Never Gather Loops To Lift With One Hook Unless Your FIBC Is Specifically Designed To Do So If You Are Lifting With One Hook Slings Or Other Lifting Devices Must Be Used To Keep The Loops Vertical And Prevent Damaging Lateral Forces Slings And All Of The Lift Loops Must Also Be Used If You Need To Write An FIBC That Has Tipped Over Regardless Of How You’re Handling Your FIBC Never Under Any Circumstances Allow Personnel To Stand Or Place Any Part Of Their Body Under A Suspended FIBC All Personnel Must Always Be Safely Clear Of Any Potential Hazards If You Are Using Type C Fi BCES You Will Need To Address Any Electrostatic Concerns Before Handling Insure Handling Devices Used For Grounding Are Clear Of Any Substances Paint Oil Dust Etc. That Might Impede The Connection With The FIBC Lift Loops Consult Your Supplier The Current Ice Standard And Experts In The Field Fib Cut Is Dedicated To Providing You With Tools To Help You Safely Use FIBC And We Hope These Guidelines Will Assist In Making Your Handling With A Forklift Crane Or Hoist Safe An Incident Free Now And Into The Future Visit Fib Code Comm Where You Will Find The Full FIBC Safe Handling Guidelines And A List Of Fib Camembert’s Dedicated……More resources on this site – https://fibca.com