Using Your Snow Plow Forklift Attachment

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A snow plot forklift attachment lets you get double duty out of your lift truck. When the snow starts to fall, this convenient attachment instantly converts your forklift into a snow plow so you can head out to your business’s parking lots, docks, and access roads and keep operations running despite heavy winter weather.

The most important thing to remember when plowing snow is to keep up with the snowstorm rather than waiting until the snowfall ends. If you want too long, there may be too much accumulation and you may find yourself trapped under a foot or more of heavy snow.

Snow Plow Forklift Attachment Tips

A snow plow forklift attachment is ideal for removing snow from small parking lots, docks, and other limited areas. But if there is a lot of snow or you have a lot of space to clear, you might consider hiring a snow plow driver to do the job for you.

If you do decide to plow the snow yourself using your snow plow forklift attachment, make sure you decide ahead of time where you want the snow piled up. Avoid blocking entrances to roads, buildings, or other access points. Instead, try to pile the snow in the opposite direction of any foot or vehicle traffic.

When using your snow plow forklift attachment near curbs, use caution. You may not be able to see the curb under the snow and a collision could cause damage to your vehicle or to the curb itself. Similarly, use caution when plowing near parked cars because heavy snow may push your forklift into the vehicle.

Snow Plow Forklift Attachment Basics

Remember that sooner or later the snow is going to melt. That means it’s going to need someplace to drain. Avoid piling snow on top of storm sewer caps, water drains, or catch basins.

It’s also important that you don’t pile snow so high near the road that you block the visibility of vehicles coming into our out of your parking lot. Drivers will need to be able to see each other, especially in potentially hazardous winter driving conditions.

When piling snow, make sure you account for continued snowfall. Push the piles back far enough to accommodate more snow later.

Remember that plowing snow takes time and care. Don’t try to work too fast or you could make a costly mistake. Instead, take your time, think it through, and do it right the first time.