New OSHA regulations demand specialized training, and the documentation thereof, for operators of powered industrial lift trucks.  But how does a large company with numerous trucks in far-flung locations maintain the highest level of management control?  Now, there may be an answer.

Shockswitch ID™, is the name of a new instrument from Shockwatch™ whose relevance is enhanced by the new OSHA standards 1910.178(1). The device, available as a dealer installed accessory on some new lift trucks, or as an aftermarket add-on for older trucks, controls access to who may operate a specific forklift. The patented new device helps companies that own and operate fork trucks manage and document their fleet operation in terms of: Who? How? and When? .

Shockswitch ID™ requires every driver of a forklift to prove his or her unique identity before the lift can be operated.  Access features may determine: whether operator has ‘proper, up-to-date’ training qualifications, authorization for the truck, and notify the operator and management of a pending lapse in certification or a need for scheduled maintenance. “Log-on” is accomplished with a touch memory “i-button” that is completely unique and cannot be duplicated.  Shockswitch ID™, also monitors for excessive forklift impacts and assigns any such impacts to the driver’s ID number.  “Log-on” history, impact, and forklift utilization information can be retrieved from the Shockswitch ID™ with the department manager’s touch memory “i-button”.

Shockwatch™,  headquartered in Dallas, Texas,  develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of solutions for product damage prevention and industrial safety.   Shockwatch™ distribution is worldwide through a network of strategic partners and resellers.

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