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Be a Safe Driver
23 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 you 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 21 and
22). 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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Be a Safe Driver 24
DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY, BE ALERT
• Adjust the seat and mirror.
• Fasten your seat belt and pull it snug.
• Never stick an arm or any part of your body outside
the operator area, no matter how slow the truck is
moving. A hand or foot caught between the truck and
a fixed object will be crushed or even cut off.
• Keep your hands on the controls and your feet by
the pedals.
• 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 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.
• 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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