Even the most skilled and experienced operators can be momentarily distracted or affected by fatigue. Toyota’s unique System of Active Stability (SAS) acts as extra eyes and ears, constantly monitoring critical factors such as speed, load and body roll and taking preventive action before an accident occurs. An example is the way SAS prevents a truck from over turning. If the operator turns too sharply at too great a speed the rear swing lock cylinder locks rigid causing the truck to skid rather than topple over.

The two greatest factors in forklift accidents are undoubtedly operator error and fatigue. Toyota believes that superior ergonomics play a vital role in reducing accidents. When an operator is fatigued, concentration levels falls and accidents are more likely to occur. Reduce operator fatigue and you increase safety (and productivity).

Of the six reported incidents involving a SAS equipped truck five were caused by serious driver errors (a lack of training) and one by a tyre failure. No other forklift has such an impressive safety record.