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Be a Safe Driver
35 Be a Safe Driver
MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DRIVE
• Do not use this truck unless you are trained
and certified.
• Be certain you understand how your truck works and
the hazards that go with it. Don't drive the truck if you
have any doubts.
• Know the capacity of your truck (Load Weight, Load
Center and Lift Height). Make certain to use the correct
units of measure.
• Some trucks are not allowed in areas where there are
fire hazards. Be certain your truck is the correct fire
safety type for the area.
• Make sure your hands and shoes are clean and dry, and
your clothing is proper for the job.
MAKE SURE YOUR TRUCK IS READY
• Inspect your truck before using it (see pages 33 and 34).
If it's not working right, or something is broken, report
the problem to your supervisor. Don't use the truck.
• In an open area, test the brakes and plugging. Check at
a slow travel speed first, then a faster one. Know the
distance it takes to stop before you start work.
The most
important
component
is you.
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DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY, BE ALERT
• Never stick a foot or any part of your body outside the
operator area, no matter how slow the truck is moving.
You cannot stop 3680 kg (8000 pounds) with any part
of your body. A foot or hand caught between the truck
and a fixed object will be crushed or even cut off.
• Keep your hands on the controls and your feet on the
pedals/pad.
• Travel in the direction that gives you the best view.
Look where you are going and slow down in congested
areas.
• Slow down for wet or slippery floors. Don't run over
things.
• Travel with the forks close to the ground, retracted and
tilted up. Place the load against the load backrest
(vertical face of the forks).
• Look where you are going before you change direction
of travel.
• See that you have room to drive and turn. Always check
for overhead objects. Watch out for power unit swing.
• Slow down when making turns.
• Avoid sudden movement of controls. Learn to use them
smoothly at a moderate, even rate.
• Check clearances before raising or lowering the forks
or load.
• Be extra careful if you must use your truck in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects.
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