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As a forklift driver, your chances of gaining employment are improved. Employers, employment agencies, jobs online show opportunities are increasing. With an increase in local jobs, warehouse jobs and factory jobs, chances are you will be in demand if you can operate a forklift.

Part of all Training courses should have a section on Safe Operation of a Forklift including Stability

The stability of the forklift is maintained at all times by the experienced and competent operator but how is this done?

The forklift is basically like a child's see saw, the load that is picked up is counterbalanced by a counter weight at the other side. If the load is too heavy for the counter weight then it will pivot at the fulcrum (the forklift will tip over forwards). Careful consideration must be taken to get the load as near to the fulcrum as possible as any gap here will be exaggerated and the forklift will not be able to pick up as much.

All the weight behind the fulcrum including the driver is acting as the counterweight.

Within the Forklift there is an imaginary triangle formed between front two wheels and a points on the back axle and this is called the Stability Triangle. The forklift truck will not tip over as long as the centre of gravity remains inside the triangle. The combined centre of gravity that is made when a load is picked up is free to move around. The operator has to keep it within the confines of the triangle or the forklift will tip over.

An easy way to explain is to think about when you are in a car and you approach a set of traffic lights and they turn to red, you brake and the momentum pulls you forward - same with the forklift.

If you go round a corner too fast, the forklift combined centre of gravity does the same, by moving out suddenly - if it goes outside the triangle the forklift tips over! If the centre of gravity shifts outside the stability triangle, the forklift will tip over, this can be caused by:

Lateral (sideways) Instability

Turn on ramps.

Speed on corners.

Brake too hard on corner.

Turn with raised loads.

Operate with a flat tyre.

Side shift not returned to centred.

Longitudinal (forwards) Instability

Travelling on a slope the wrong way.

Forward tilt used incorrectly at height.

Overloading the forklift.

The load not being against the heel of the forks.

Heavy braking.

What to do if the forklift is going to tip over?

Do not jump out, stay in the cab

Brace yourself

Hold on tight

Lean away from the point of impact

This is why the seat belt is so important to use, it is there to keep you in the cab!

Author Tim Evans

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St. Lucia: A Tale of Two Airports

Many travelers and even travel professionals are confused by the two airport system in St. Lucia. This article will help to sort out the historical and practical reasons for two airports and discuss the issues travelers face when planning a trip to St. Lucia.

Hewanorra International Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra (from the Amerindian word for "place of the iguana") is the international airport. Constructed in the late 1930's by the US military (the US Navy had signal corps personnel based in St. Lucia during WWII), it is located in the far southeastern corner of the island adjacent to the local town of Vieux Fort. This is the only area of this ruggedly mountainous island that has a large enough flat area to contain a long runway. Due to the prevailing easterly winds, the runway points to the east. Nearly all approaches to the runway are from the west over the sea. As the plane makes its final approach to landing, passengers on the left side of the aircraft are treated to spectacular views of the Pitons, and those on the right enjoy a hazy view of the mountains of St Vincent about 20 miles away.

This runway is long enough to accommodate the largest jets, so all international jet traffic must be routed into Hewanorra. If you are on an international flight from the UK or a North American gateway, this will be your destination airport. By Caribbean standards,  this is a medium-sized airport. There are 8—10 duty-free shops and a couple of snack bars, plenty of available cabs, and tour operator and hotel reps to greet new arrivals.

Airport Transfers from Hewanorra—What to Expect
Since nearly all hotels and resorts on the island are located on the west side of the island (especially the northwest corner), all arrivals into Hewanorra face a lengthy cab ride to their hotel (Coconut Bay Resort is the one major hotel located near this airport, plus a few smaller hotels). Though the distance is only 20+ miles, the narrow, winding roads and traffic make it a slow commute. Travel to the Soufriere (Pitons) area will be around 45 minutes; travel to the many resorts north of Castries will be around 90 minutes. Still, this is an interesting journey—your first island tour! The route will take you along the Atlantic coast, up to Dennery, and across the interior where you will see your first excellent mountain vistas. Then you'll follow a valley heading toward the Caribbean coast, entering the very interesting Caribbean city and sea port of Castries, which is home to most of the local populace (banana boats may be loading and cruise ships may be docked here). Exiting the city, you will pass the other airport as you enter the main roadway to the north en route to the many hotels and resorts of this neighborhood.

George F Charles Airport (SLU)
The second airport, the George F Charles Airport, is sometimes referred to as "Vigie" from the name of the locale. Named in honor of a prominent statesman of the 1950's, this is a smaller airport with a smaller runway, so commercial jets are not allowed. This regional airport is serviced primarily by the regional airlines Liat and Caribbean Star (featuring the Dash 8 airliner which seats around 30 passengers), and American Eagle flights from San Juan (some US travelers reach St. Lucia via this route). Connections go to Barbados, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, Trinidad, Martinique and Antigua. These are aboard a slightly larger turboprop aircraft seating around 60 passengers. Other international passengers may arrive here on a regional airline connecting to an international flight from nearby Barbados.

Services here are limited to a small snack bar and one very small duty-free shop. There are car rental booths, an organized cab system, and many tour operators or hotel reps to greet new arrivals. Pictures on the walls depict the runway as it was in the 1950's—only a small shanty but no real terminal.

Once You've Landed
Arrivals at either airport will be expected to complete an immigration form and to speak first to an immigration officer and then a customs officer once luggage is claimed. Upon departure from either airport, each passenger will be assessed a departure tax of approximately $20 US.

In summary, the northern airport is much handier to most resorts and certainly much handier to the city of Castries. But, if arriving by jet from the UK or North America, this airport is simply not an option. American Airlines is the only carrier with scheduled flights to both airports. The airport of your arrival is not subject to your choice but is predetermined according to the airline you are flying.

Hot Tips
Some additional tips for airport transfers and cabs in St. Lucia:
• Always check with your booking agency to find out if transfers are included in your package and if you will be greeted upon arrival.
• If you have not prepaid for transfers, the cab fare is set by law and not metered.
• It is always appropriate to ask the fare before departure to avoid subsequent misunderstandings.
• Tipping is appropriate.
• Cab fare will vary according to precise destination and number of passengers; in general, the cost of a cab to a northern resort will run around $75 US plus tip.

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