Seat Belts for Counterbalances
A kind of machine which could carry loads which are around 30,000 lbs is a forklift. A forklift is also called a counterbalance. Despite being sturdy and big, these industrial machinery still bear the potential risk of accident or crash. To be able to be really safe, be sure to have operators wear an appropriate seat belt in the forklift and make sure that up to standard safety features are on board. We all know that in the event of an accident, seat belts can save lives.
Three-Point Seat Belt
The types of seat belts which could extend both across the upper body and over the lap are the three-point seat belts. These belts offer an added degree of safety by protecting your body. They are offered in both bucket-seat and bench-seat types. The 3-point seat belts are available in either non-retractable or retractable types.
Retractable seat belts are usually used in the majority of modern vehicles on the market. Although non-retractable styles increase safety, retractable styles offer more comfort. It is impossible for a non-retractable seat belt to accidentally extend.
Lap belts
The type of seat belt which only extends over the lower part of the body is a two-point lap belt. Most lap belts are non-retractable and feature a push-button closure system. In order to secure the seat belt, simply press on the belt button and the two sides will separate.
Circuit-closed seat belt
The kind of seat belt that forces a forklift operator to wear a seat belt is a circuit-closed seat belt. These seat belts have a micro-switch attached which makes an alarm sound if an operator starts a vehicle and is unsecured by a seat belt. The circuit-closed seat belts are made in both non-retractable and retractable lap-band types.