1.2. SAFE TRAVEL
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PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK BEFORE STARTING
THE LIFT TRUCK
• Before starting the lift truck, check that the surrounding area
is safe.
• Before moving the lift truck, raise the forks [approximately 15
to 20 cm (6 - 8 in) from the ground surface], and tilt the mast
back.
• When ready to move, release the parking brake.
BE SAFETY CONSCIOUS WHILE DRIVING
• Keep a clear view of the path of travel and watch for other
traffic, personnel, and safe clearances.
• When passing oncoming vehicles, reduce speed and keep a
safe distance from the other vehicle.
• In places where there are speed limits, observe the speed
limit and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
• When traveling, always pay careful attention to the area
around your lift truck, particularly in the direction of travel or
when turning.
• Do not attempt to pass another lift truck or vehicle on a
narrow path or on a spot of limited view like a crossing.
• When passing through an area of limited view, like a
crossing or when running into a narrow path, sound the horn
and check the surroundings for safety.
• Even if you sound the horn, not everyone in the surrounding area will necessarily hear it. Always pay careful
attention to the movements of people in the surrounding area.
• When crossing a passage or turning at a corner, stop the lift truck once to confirm the safety around.
• Always pay careful attention to the movements of people in the surrounding area, and take steps to prevent
people from entering the working area.
• When traveling on a slope or through a crowded spot, always give way (yield) to a loaded lift truck.
DO NOT DRIVE ON ROUGH GROUND OR SURFACE
• Avoid traveling in places which are flooded or where there
are holes.
• Do not try to drive the lift truck on soft ground.
• Avoid curbs, rails, ditches, or other obstacles, and do not
travel directly over them.
• Do not travel on slippery road surfaces.
• When entering buildings, check the weight limit of the floor
and be careful not to exceed the limit.
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