I was moving a skid of t.vs onto a shelf but because of the size of the t.v and the angle I had to move in at, I couldn't see in front of me. So a guy I work with was walking ahead of me and telling me how high to go and when to turn ect.

I asked him how much room I had on the shelf and he said it was fine. I moved the skid forward and one of the top t.vs must of caught the bar because next thing I hear is "LOOK OUT". I look up and a 27" flat screen t.v is heading stright for me. I put my hands up, it cracked into my head and the outside of my head at the sametime. Then, I stuck my arms out and actually caught the t.v before it hit the ground.

I wasn't knocked out or even knocked down. My back and neck are killing me however and my co-worker is going to get his ass kicked. ****ing idiot.

At least it was just your head. What I would do is come up to him and tell him that your not mad, than when he's not looking clock him as hard as you can in the grill. Then when he looks up at you in surprise just look at him blankly and say "what?"

Yell LOOK OUT!!! after you punch him.

Forklift Inspection

Although forklifts are designed to perform rugged tasks, each time they are used they can get damaged in any number of ways. That's why inspection is of critical importance. At the start of each shift, perform both a visual inspection of the general condition and cleanliness of the lift truck, as well as an operational check to test its proper functioning. If you notice anything that may affect the normal operation of the forklift, immediately alert your supervisor.

Checklist for Visual Inspection

floor--clear of objects that could cause an accident
no obstructions overhead
note any nearby objects to avoid as you drive away
fire extinguisher present, and charged
engine oil level, fuel level, radiator water level (LPG, gas and diesel forklifts)
battery fully charged and securely in place
cables for exposed wires
battery plug connections not loose, worn or dirty
vent caps not clogged
electrolyte levels in cells
hold downs or brackets
bolts, nuts, guards, chains, or hydraulic hose reels not damaged, missing or loose
wheels and tires not worn or damaged
air pressure of pneumatic tires
forks not bent or cracked
positioning latches in good working condition
carriage teeth not broken, chipped or worn
chain anchor pins not worn, loose or bent
no damp spots or drips that may indicate a leak
hoses held securely, not loose, crimped, worn or rubbing
Checklist for Operational Pre-Use Inspection

horn working and loud enough to be heard in working environment; other warning devices operational
floor brake: pedal holds, unit stops smoothly
parking brake: holds against slight acceleration
deadman seat brake: holds when operator rises from seat
clutch and gearshift: shifts smoothly with no jumping or jerking
dash control panel: all lights and gauges operational
steering: moves smoothly
lift mechanism: operates smoothly (check by raising forks to maximum height then lowering completely)
tilt mechanism: moves smoothly, holds (check by tilting mast all the way forward and backward)
cylinders and hoses: not leaking after above checks
no unusual sounds
Permit only qualified people to service and maintain forklift trucks.
Forklift Operation

No one must ride or operate a forklift truck except for a trained forklift operator who is able to maintain control of the forklift and operate it smoothly when stopping, starting, lifting and tilting. The following pages list some important guidelines on forklift safety.

Travelling

Keep your hands, arms, head, feet and legs inside the forklift truck. Travel with forks as low as possible from the floor and tilted back. Obey posted traffic signs. Decrease speed at all corners, sound horn and watch the swing of both the rear of the lift truck and the load. Avoid sudden stops. If the load blocks your vision, travel slowly in reverse. Always look in the direction of travel. Keep an eye out for oil spots, wet spots, loose objects, holes, rough surfaces, people and vehicles on the floor or roadway.

To ensure the safety of others, know the blind spots of the lift truck with and without a load. When anyone crosses the route being travelled, stop the forklift truck. Lower the load to the floor, and wait until passage is clear.

Travelling on an Incline

Keep the forks pointed downhill without a load, and pointed uphill with a load. Do not attempt to turn the lift truck until it's on level ground.

Steering

Support the load by the front wheels and turn with the rear wheels. Do not turn the steering wheel sharply when travelling fast. If the lift truck is overloaded, steering will be difficult. Do not exceed load limits, and do not add a counterweight as an attempt to improve steering.

Loading

It's important to know the recommended load limit of the forklift (shown on the data plate) and the capacity of the fork, and to never exceed these limits.

Position the load according to the recommended load centre. Do not add extra weight to counterbalance an overload. Keep the load close to the front wheels to keep the lift truck stable.

When inserting the fork, keep the mast of the forklift in an upright position before inserting the fork into a pallet. Level the fork before inserting it.

Raising the Load

Do not raise or lower the fork unless the lift truck is stopped and braked. Avoid lifting a load that extends above the load backrest if there's any risk of the load, or part of it, sliding back toward the operator. Check for adequate overhead clearance before raising a load, and maintain a safe working distance from overhead power lines. Lift the load straight up, then tilt back slightly. Watch that the load doesn't catch on adjacent loads or obstructions. Don't back up until the forks are free.

When a load is raised, the lift truck is less stable. The operator must stay on the forklift when the load is in a raised position. Don't allow anyone to stand or walk under the elevated part of the forklift, whether it's loaded or unloaded.

Handling Pallets

Ensure that forks are level and high enough to go into the pallet, and that they go all the way under the load. Forks must be the proper width to provide even weight distribution.

Avoid trying to move or adjust any part of the load, the forklift or the surroundings when on the forklift. Do not use pallets elevated by forklifts as an improvised working platform.

Parking

Park only in an approved location. When leaving the lift truck unattended, secure it by setting the brakes, lowering the forks or load to the floor, neutralizing the controls, and turning off the motor switch. Disconnect the battery or go through propane shut-down procedures.

Loading or Unloading Straight Trucks, Tractor Trailers, and Railway Cars

Preparing the vehicle being loaded or unloaded

Set the vehicle's brakes, and chock the wheels. Install fixed jacks to support a semi-trailer that is not coupled to a tractor to prevent it from upending. Post signs warning people not to move a vehicle. Check that the height of the vehicle's entrance door clears the forklift height by at least 5 cm (2 in). Make sure floors can support the combined weight of the forklift and the load.

Inspect the vehicle's interior for trash, loose objects and obstructions, holes in the floor, and poor lighting. Install nonslip material in any area that could be a slipping hazard.

Ensure that docks and dockplates are clear of obstructions and not oily or wet.

Loading or unloading the vehicle

Stay clear of edges of docks, rail cars or ramps. Have edges clearly marked.

Do not tow or push railway cars or trucks with a forklift. Do not operate forklifts inside vehicles for long periods without ventilation. Make sure that the dockplate is properly secured and can support the load (load weight should be clearly marked). Drive carefully and slowly over the plate. Do not spin the wheels.

Loading railway cars

Cross the railway track on a diagonal. Set handbrakes, wheel blocks and derailer before entering a railway car. Do not park a forklift within three meters of railway tracks. Do not open railway car doors with forklift forks.

Entering an Elevator with a Forklift Truck

Do not enter any elevator unless specifically authorized to do so. Before entering, ensure that the forklift plus load weight does not the exceed the elevator capacity. Approach the elevator slowly. Stop at a safe distance from the elevator gate, then enter squarely.

Neutralize the forklift controls. Shut off the motor and apply the brakes.

When working on or near a forklift, stay alert and prepare for the unexpected. Immediately report any collisions, damage or near-misses to a supervisor.

For more information on forklift safety, contact the Inquiries Service at the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety at 1-800-668-4284 or help yourself to the information in OSH Answers.

**** you

My head was really hurting a little while ago, so I took some tylonoal 3 and sat down. I am really dizzy and I was worried I had a concussion.

HOwever, I had someone kept my pupils and they are both fine so its probably just a nasty headace. My lower back and neck as killing me though.

I am gonna lay an unholy ass whopping on that ******* though

workman's comp baby!

Originally posted by VulgarTheClown
workman's comp baby!

No

You shouldn't operate machinery.
Didn't you get hurt already once before?
Look I know I can't sell stuff or work in an office.
That's what the Blue's and Purity's of the world are for.
I fix stuff and operate equipment. This is what I do. I stay out of their world and they stay out of mine. It all works out and the world is a better place.

Maybe you could get a job at a nursing home or something.

Originally posted by Curly Howard
You shouldn't operate machinery.
Didn't you get hurt already once before?
Look I know I can't sell stuff or work in an office.
That's what the Blue's and Purity's of the world are for.
I fix stuff and operate equipment. This is what I do. I stay out of their world and they stay out of mine. It all works out and the world is a better place.

Maybe you could get a job at a nursing home or something.

Yeah, but this time it wasn't my fault

Find a different job...

Curly is a wise man...listen to his words

yeah, well its not that ****ing easy to just quit and find a new job. So I think I'll stick this out

You're going to be killed if you continue to work at that place. The nursing home is sounding great right about now, huh?

Flat screen TVs are heavy as **** too. All the weight is in the front of them. I have a hard enough time loading one into a shopping cart to sell one. I sure as hell wouldn't want one to fall on my head. Especially a 27".

I think giving old people sponge baths would be nice.

you can start with me?

You're not old enough. I mean really old, like no teeth no bowel control old.

like I said....

Shaddup and eat your gruel Curly

Originally posted by Squezze
Flat screen TVs are heavy as **** too. All the weight is in the front of them. I have a hard enough time loading one into a shopping cart to sell one. I sure as hell wouldn't want one to fall on my head. Especially a 27".

It wasn't the most fun I have ever had

Honestly, this **** always happens to me. Accidents must be attracted to me

Get insured and be prepared to sue, this could be a goldmine waiting to happen if you play your cards right.

I hate people that sue because they got hurt

**** happens

Plus it's Canada and we don't accept sueing for that kind of crap......well we probably do but I want to kill people that follow through with it.

I am pretty sure they are gonna fire me

Why, cause you stopped a TV with your melon? Strange place

Originally posted by seldomTap
Why, cause you stopped a TV with your melon? Strange place

And got my toe run over. I have been there a month and gotten hurt twice.

Sure they made some mistakes too, but I doubt that will matter

Call your lawyer.....

If they're going to fire you anyway then why not cash in. Normally I get pissed when people take advantage of the system but if they don't care enough about you to let you keep your job then why not rape the insurance company.
Go to the doctor asap and complain about neck pain. Tell him/her what happened and that you get headaches. then IF they fire you call a lawyer. If they don't then it's up to you but I once got KOed at work and didn't sue but if they would have fired me I'd ave been calling judge judy

Yeah, I probably wouldnt sue unless they fired me without just cause. Have they still not trained you on the machine? Did you have any drugs in your system?

Originally posted by kaps
Yeah, I probably wouldnt sue unless they fired me without just cause. Have they still not trained you on the machine? Did you have any drugs in your system?

No training, and no drugs

You hung out with me in California man, the strongest drug in my system is tylonal 3

Originally posted by HockeyFighter
Plus it's Canada and we don't accept sueing for that kind of crap......well we probably do but I want to kill people that follow through with it.

Yep you lose and you pay for the legal fees on both sides. One of the greatest idea's eva.

Sue the bastards...not your fault they haven't trained you or provided a safe workplace. Get it all documented and doctors notes etc. Take em to the cleaners. Make sure to break down in court for some 'mental anguish' money

He cant sue for medical, they get that **** for free.......commies.....

I don't want to be one of these people that sue when they get hurt.

Sure, most of these people sue from "falls". and my accidents are a little bit more serious, but I would still feel dirty

Yeah, but if they are going to fire you for their mistakes, you are intitled to somthing......

Originally posted by Creed
I don't want to be one of these people that sue when they get hurt.

Sure, most of these people sue from "falls". and my accidents are a little bit more serious, but I would still feel dirty

That dirty feeling will go away when you wipe your ass with a few $100 bills.

Well, I went to the doctors today .I have a fairly serious concussion and there is something wrong with my back. This ****ing sucks

Originally posted by Creed
Well, I went to the doctors today .I have a fairly serious concussion and there is something wrong with my back. This ****ing sucks

That's why you need to contact a lawyer. At least to find out what your rights are.