Be a Safe Driver 3231 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 (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
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. Don't use the truck.
• In an open area, test the braking and plugging.
Check at a slow travel speed fi rst, then a faster
one. Know the distance it takes to stop before you
start work.
DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY, BE ALERT
• Always wear your harness and have the lanyard
fastened. See page 7 for Harness and
Lanyard information.
• Make certain pallets and fork mounted platforms are
secure.
• Never stick a foot, arm or any part of your body
outside the operator area, no matter how slow the
truck is moving. 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 your foot on the
brake pedal.
• 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 fl oors. Don't run
over things.
• Travel with the platform close to the ground when
outside of an aisle. Place the load against the end of
the platform.
• Look where you are going before you change
direction of travel.
• See that you have room to drive and turn. Check for
overhead objects also. Watch out for power unit and
fork (load) 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. Watch for overhead obstructions.
• Be extra careful if you must use your truck in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects.
The most
important
component
is you.
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