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31  Be a Safe Driver

Be a Safe Driver

MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DRIVE

• Do not use this truck unless you are trained
 and 

certifi ed.

• 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. Make certain you
  use the correct units of measure.

• Some trucks are not allowed in areas where there are
  fi re hazards. Be certain your truck is the correct fi re
  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 29 and
  30). 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 braking. Check at a slow
  travel speed fi rst, then a faster one. Know the 
  distance it takes to stop before you start work.

WHEN RIDING

• 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 1360 kg (3000 pounds) 
  with any part of your body. A foot or hand caught 
  between the truck and a fi xed object will be crushed 
  or even cut off.
• Keep your hands on the controls and feet on the
 platform.
• Stop your truck completely before getting off.

WHEN WALKING

• Stay to the side of the truck when traveling power  
 unit 

fi rst. Make sure the truck won't hit your leg or 

  run over your foot.
• When traveling forks fi rst, keep both hands on the
  control. Be careful when changing direction. Keep
  your feet clear of the truck.

DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY, BE ALERT

• Look where you are going. Don't let your hands or  
  feet get pinned or crushed.
• Travel in the direction that gives you the best view.
  Slow down in congested areas.
• Slow down for wet or slippery fl oors. Don't run over
 things.
• Look where you are going before you change 
  direction of travel.
• See that you have room to drive and turn. 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.
• Be extra careful if you must use your truck in an area
  where there is a risk of falling objects.

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