Seat Belts for Counterbalances
A kind of machinery that can carry loads that are about 30,000 lbs is a forklift. A forklift is also called a counterbalance. Despite being large and sturdy, these industrial machines still carry the potential risk of crash or accident. To be able to be really safe, be certain to have operators wear the right seat belt inside the forklift and make sure that up to standard safety features are also on board. People know that in case 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 provide an extra safety degree by protecting your body. They are offered in both bucket-seat and bench-seat kinds. The 3-point seat belts are offered in either non-retractable or retractable styles.
The majority of modern vehicles on the market offer retractable seat belts. While non-retractable kinds increase safety, retractable styles offer more comfort. It is not possible for a non-retractable seat belt to accidentally extend.
Lap belts
The kind of seat belt which only extends over the lower part of the body is a two-point lap belt. Most lap belts feature a push-button closure system and are non-retractable. In order to secure the seat belt, simply press on the belt button and then the two sides will separate.
Circuit-closed seat belt
The type of seat belt which forces a forklift operator to put on a seat belt is a circuit-closed seat belt. These types of seat belts have a micro-switch attached which makes an alarm sound 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 types.