Vehicle interior
7-13 Audible warning devices
Reasons for rejection
Mandatory equipment
1. A forklift is:
a) not fitted with a horn, or
b) fitted with a bell or whistle that is not part of an anti-theft car alarm, personal security alarm or a reversing warning device.
Performance
2. The horn does not operate when activated.
3. The horn operates when not activated.
4. The sound from the horn is not steady and continuous, eg the horn plays a tune.
5. The horn is not audible at a distance of 100m.
Summary of legislation
Applicable legislation
Mandatory equipment
1. A forklift must be fitted with a device (horn) that is audible to other road users.
Permitted equipment
2. A forklift may be fitted with a bell, whistle or siren that is part of an anti-theft car alarm, personal security alarm or a reversing warning device.
Performance
3. The device must be in good working order.
4. The device must be capable of giving a warning that is audible under normal traffic conditions from a distance of at least 100m.