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SA-361: Forklift Interaction with Moving Vehicle

Jun 1, 2026

A forklift operator manoeuvring a long timber load in a constrained loading zone narrowly avoided serious injury when an adjacent semi trailer unexpectedly moved forward and ran over the freight. The alert highlights the high risk of mobile plant and vehicle interactions and reinforces the need for clear communication, immobilisation of trucks, adherence to traffic management controls, and use of spotters when working in tight spaces.

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SA-361: Forklift Interaction with Moving Vehicle
Categories: Safety Alert