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08.11 EN
E Operation
1 Safety Regulations for the Operation of the
Forklift Truck
Driver authorisation
The truck may only be used by suitably trained personnel, who have demonstrated to
the proprietor or his representative that they can drive and handle loads and have
been authorised to operate the truck by the proprietor or his representative.
Driver’s rights, obligations and responsibilities
The driver must be informed of his duties and responsibilities and be instructed in the
operation of the truck and shall be familiar with the operating instructions. The driver
shall be afforded all due rights. Safety shoes must be worn for pedestrian operated
trucks.
Unauthorised use of truck
The driver is responsible for the truck during the time it is in use. The driver must
prevent unauthorised persons from driving or operating the truck. Do not carry
passengers or lift other people.
Damage and faults
The supervisor must be immediately informed of any damage or faults to the truck or
attachment. Trucks which are unsafe for operation (e.g. wheel or brake problems)
must not be used until they have been rectified.
Repairs
The driver must not carry out any repairs or alterations to the truck without the
necessary training and authorisation to do so. The driver must never disable or adjust
safety mechanisms or switches.
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