The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) most current statistical information* (2009) shows a continued decline in U.S. forklift fatalities:

Fatality by Source - Forklift:

2005 - 94
2006 - 81
2007 - 78
2008 - 67
2009 - 57 (preliminary data)

*BLS statistical data is usually two years behind the current year because of the time interval needed for data collection and data analysis.

_____

Panthertrainer (et al):

Google: bls.gov/iif/oshwc/cfoi/cftb0244.pdf

(refer to forklifts on page 8 of 15 )

Additional fatality data can also be found in the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statstics (BLS) report: Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) - Current and Revised Data

Google: bls.gov/iif/oshcfoi1.htm#2009