Forklift Compliance Checklist for New Plants in Mexico
Get Compliant Before You Roll the First Forklift
Launching forklift operations in a new Mexican facility? Don’t wait for an audit to find out you’re not compliant. From government safety standards to equipment documentation, knowing the rules is step one in preventing fines, downtime, or worse.
Your Forklift Compliance Checklist
- Verify NOM-006-STPS-2014: This Mexican standard outlines forklift safety and training rules. Confirm your operation aligns.
- Ensure operator certification: Forklift drivers must have valid training and evaluation proof per Mexican norms.
- Check preventive maintenance logs: Keep documented schedules and inspections to show regulators.
- Document weight capacity and specifications: All forklifts must show clearly marked load charts and serial info.
- Fire extinguishers onboard: Required by law in certain regions and plant types.
- Signage and lighting: Adequate visibility and zone markings are required for operator and pedestrian safety.
Start Right with a Partner Who Knows the Rules
AvanzaLift helps you launch your facility in full compliance with national regulations. Our equipment, training, and documentation are ready for audits from day one.
Compliant Equipment
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<li>Meets Mexican safety codes</li>
<li>Load charts included</li>
<li>Backup documentation</li>
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Certified Training
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<li>Instructor-led options</li>
<li>Includes evaluation proof</li>
<li>English & Spanish materials</li>
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Audit-Ready
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<li>Full documentation kits</li>
<li>Support for inspections</li>
<li>Expert guidance on NOMs</li>
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<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
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It covers the safety operation, maintenance, and training standards for forklift operations in Mexico.
You must retrain or validate them under Mexican standards to comply with labor and safety laws.
Fines, shutdowns, and legal liabilities can result from non-compliance or lacking documentation.
Yes. We include manuals, load charts, training certificates, and safety logs tailored to Mexican standards.
Annual refreshers are recommended, though official renewal depends on risk level and internal policies.
Prepare with the right documentation, training, and signage.
Avoid shutdowns with certified equipment and operators.
Compliance helps keep your operators and pedestrians safe.