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Follow a Safety Program
Some Rules You Must Work By
— Know the capacity and operating characteristics of
your compact tool carrier. Do not overload it.
— Never modify or remove any part of the equipment
(except for service—then make sure it is replaced).
— Keep bystanders away from the work area.
— Know the worksite before you use the compact tool
carrier. Be aware of possible terrain hazards that you
may encounter.
— Only use attachments that are approved by the
compact tool carrier manufacturer.
— Carry the load as low as possible.
— Never operate the compact tool carrier on public
roads.
— Do not allow riders.
— Make sure all attachments are lowered, set the parking
brake, shut off the engine, cycle the control levers
including the auxiliary hydraulic control. Remove the
key before leaving the compact tool carrier.
— When transporting the compact tool carrier on a
trailer, follow the manufacturer’s detailed instructions
for loading, tying down and unloading the compact
tool carrier.
lbs
kg
?
Know
Weight of
Load
No
Riders
Lower
Attachments
to the Ground
Keep
Bystanders
Away
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Follow a Safety Program
Know the Equipment
Read and understand the DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION and NOTICE safety signs and other
informational signs on the compact tool carrier and
in the manufacturer’s operator’s manual. Ask your
supervisor to explain any information you do not
understand. Failure to obey safety instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
Make sure all the manufacturer’s protective structures,
guards, shields, screens and panels are in good repair,
in place and securely fastened. Damaged, missing or
weakened safety components can create a hazardous
situation for you as the operator. Never remove or
modify any safety components on your compact
tool carrier.
Know the following about your compact tool carrier:
— How to operate all controls
— The functions of all gauges, lights, dials, switches
— How to operate the compact tool carrier on slopes
and inclines
— Braking and steering characteristics
— Turning radius and clearances
Read and
Understand All
Safety Signs
Read and
Understand
Manuals Before
Operating
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