The obligation
The code lists the main causes of forklift accidents identified from analysis of reported forklift accidents.
The main causes listed are excessive speed, not looking in the direction of travel, carrying or lifting passengers, poor stacking procedures, poor forklift maintenance, inadequate operator training, exceeding the rated capacity, travelling with the load raised, and getting on and off a forklift. The code explains that 'accident' includes near misses as well as events that cause harm.
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- The code lists the main causes of forklift accidents identified from analysis of reported forklift accidents.
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- worksafe.govt.nz
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Common causes of forklift accidents is a WHS requirement set out in Training operators and instructors of powered industrial lift trucks (forklifts) (NZ). It is made under Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (NZ).
What does this WHS obligation require?
Common causes of forklift accidents is a WHS obligation under Training operators and instructors of powered industrial lift trucks (forklifts) (NZ). In short, The code lists the main causes of forklift accidents identified from analysis of reported forklift accidents.
What changed recently?
Common causes of forklift accidents was last updated on 19 October 2026.