Seat Belts for Counterbalances
A kind of machine that can carry loads that are approximately 30,000 lbs is a forklift. A forklift is also referred to as a counterbalance. Despite being sturdy and large, these industrial equipment still bear the possible chance of accident or crash. To be able to be very safe, be sure to have operators put on an appropriate seat belt in the forklift and make certain that up to standard safety features are also on board. People know that seat belts can save lives in the event of an accident.
Three-Point Seat Belt
Three-point seat belts can extend over the lap and across the upper body. These belts provide an extra safety degree by protecting your body. They are offered in both bucket-seat and bench-seat styles. The 3-point seat belts are available in either retractable and non-retractable types.
Retractable seat belts are usually utilized in the majority of modern motor vehicles on the market. Although non-retractable types increase safety, retractable types offer more comfort. It is not possible for a non-retractable seat belt to extend accidentally.
Lap belts
The type of seat belt that only extends over the lower portion of the body is a two-point lap belt. The majority of lap belts feature a push-button closure system and are non-retractable. In order to secure the seat belt, just press on the belt button and the two sides will separate.
Circuit-closed seat belt
The circuit-closed seat belts are the type which force forklift operators to wear a seat belt. These kinds of seat belts have a micro-switch attached that sounds an alarm if an operator starts a vehicle and is not secured by a seat belt. The circuit-closed seat belts are made in both non-retractable and retractable lap-band styles.