What is the root causes this accident ? How do you know if your forklift man basket is OSHA and ANSI compliant? ANSI's B56.1 code has numerous requirements on the construction of a forklift platform, including: The man basket must clearly indicate load-bearing capacity on the basket. The combined weight of the platform, load, and personnel is not to exceed one-half of the capacity as indicated on the nameplate of the truck on which the platform is used. Man baskets must be surrounded by a guard