Barloworld Handling has made its forklift safety guide available in the Polish language because an increasing number of UK companies are employing Eastern European forklift drivers.

Richard McKenzie of Barloworld Handling told the UK's Safety and Health Practitioner magazine that the company is publishing a Polish language version of its safety guide to help employers maintain a safe operation where language may be a barrier.

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) state that equipment can only be used by those who have received adequate information, instruction and training.

Company executives that do not provide staff with adequate training may be found negligent and face heavy fines and legal fees in the event of an accident.

For an English or Polish version of Barloworld's Forklift Safety Guide call +44 800 137449.