Safety Information
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C3M2-OM-EN-02
It is the operators’ responsibility to perform the pre-use inspection before each
shift. The Inspection and how it should be conducted is covered later in this
publication.
Operation of the truck controls is only permitted when the operator is sitting on
the operator’s seat in the cabin with the seatbelt buckled and the cabin door
closed and latched securely.
Never place any part of the body outside the confines of the cabin when
operating the truck.
Diagnosis and repair of the truck shall be performed by trained competent
technicians unimpaired by intoxication or drug reaction.
Unless authorised and trained to do so, the operator must not attempt any
repairs, but report defects immediately. When authorised to perform
maintenance work and/or repairs, ALWAYS ensure that the appropriate Health
and Safety regulations are strictly adhered to.
Report any operational problems that may develop, (damaged pallets, ground
surface breaking up etc.) which could not only reduce safety but also cause
damage to the truck.
Never attempt to exceed the truck’s handling capacity and take all precautions
to ensure the safety of others as well as yourself. In no circumstances should
counterweights be added to increase capacity.
Stop working and switch off if for any reason, the truck becomes unsafe or
defective. Remove the key and place an ‘out of order’ sign in a prominent place
on the truck.
Prohibit unauthorised and untrained people from accessing the starting key
and operating of the truck.
The operator is responsible for visually monitoring the work area of the truck
and preventing anyone from entering the area without permission.
If a person enters the work area while the truck is in operation, the operator
shall stop the truck and instruct the person to leave the work area until the
work is complete and the operator deems it safe to enter. The person may
then approach the machine in full view of the operator.
Personnel being trained, educated, instructed or participating in a general
training program may only work on or with the machine under constant
supervision of an experienced supervisor.
Work on the machine‘s electrical equipment may only be carried out by an
electrician or by trained persons under the direction and supervision of an
electrician.
Work on the chassis, brakes and steering system may only be performed by
trained, specialised personnel.
Only trained, specialised personnel with specific knowledge of and experience
in hydraulics may work on hydraulic units.
If the mast mechanism malfunctions or becomes stuck in a raised position,
operate the mast control lever to eliminate any slack in the chains. DO NOT go
under the elevated parts of the truck to attempt to carry out repairs.
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