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(Demerit) Point System for Lifts

Can anyone point me toward a document that lists Lift Operator Infractions and a point system?

When I worked at IKEA they called it PLEPS (Powered Lift Equipment Point System). It outlined various potential behaviours of operators - from non-report of a collision (25 points) to leaving forks above ground level to non-completion of a pre-trip (2 points each).

I am thinking of implementing something like that where I am now - and would rather not "re-invent the wheel" if possible.

Thanks

Steve
  • Posted 6 Sep 2014 14:46
  • By Harvest66
  • joined 6 Sep'14 - 3 messages
  • BC, -
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That sounds like a solid idea, Steve. You might want to check safety manuals or OSHA guidelines, some companies share similar point systems that could help you build your own.
  • Posted 18 Oct 2025 21:31
  • By Peter_Mile
  • joined 15 Oct'25 - 3 messages
  • California, United States
This is a really old post, but does anyone have any current info about a demerit point system they could share? My operators are all terrified of admitting they bumped into something, so nothing is getting reported. We have cameras, but it's only worth investigating the major incidents, so the small scratches and bumps on our brand-new equipment are piling up.
  • Posted 1 Jul 2025 22:54
  • By Oatman
  • joined 24 Sep'24 - 9 messages
  • Kansas, United States
A.Oatman
Did you find anything for a point system? Can you share it with me?
  • Posted 6 Mar 2024 07:10
  • By Quincy_Barbee
  • joined 6 Mar'24 - 1 message
  • Tennessee, United States
I'm interested in your demerit system please!
  • Posted 5 Nov 2015 02:22
  • By EHSGirl
  • joined 5 Nov'15 - 1 message
  • Ontario, Canada
I have a demerit point system document now if anyone is interested.
  • Posted 16 Jan 2015 13:18
  • By Harvest66
  • joined 6 Sep'14 - 3 messages
  • BC, -
Does anyone here work at IKEA, maybe we could view the PLEPS document?
  • Posted 14 Sep 2014 02:32
  • By Harvest66
  • joined 6 Sep'14 - 3 messages
  • BC, -
Would be interested in this idea.
  • Posted 13 Sep 2014 19:04
  • By ZZJASEZZ
  • joined 15 Mar'08 - 73 messages
  • BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, United Kingdom
RTITB F.L.T/MHE INSTRUCTOR/MANUAL HANDLING INSTRUCTOR.

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