Description

Foot protection switch HFS-FS®

Handling pedestrian-controlled industrial trucks is associated with an increased risk of injury: In 2022 alone, there were more than 3,000 accidents involving industrial trucks. The operators of the material handling equipment themselves are most frequently affected. 45% of accidents result in ankle and foot injuries. The most common causes of accidents are collisions or overrunning, as well as becoming trapped between the industrial truck and surrounding structures such as walls or pallets. These incidents occur in particular when driving or maneuvering in the direction of the drawbar (DGUV 2022).

The consequences of such accidents are not only painful, but also costly: those affected often have to take between 11 and 20 days off work. Accidents occur regardless of the manufacturer or type of industrial truck.

How the Haake Foot Protection Switch HFS-FS® works:

A highly sensitive, touch-sensitive sensor is integrated into the HFS-FS® foot protection switch for industrial trucks, which recognises contact with a part of the body. If contact or an obstacle is detected, this additional foot protection for lift trucks reacts immediately: it does not only stop the industrial truck, but also initiates a brief reverse movement. This function makes a significant contribution to preventing injuries that can be caused by running over or crushing the foot. The HFS-FS® foot protection switch therefore significantly increases occupational safety when handling industrial trucks.