Pierce Pumper - Chapter 3: Operation; Approaching the Apparatus

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Chapter 3 OPERATION
Before Fire Fighting Operations
3-1. Approaching the Apparatus
3-1.1 Stepping and Walking Surfaces
All surfaces intended for stepping or walking are designed or treated with slip-resistant material your department
specified. NEVER step or walk on surfaces not designed for stepping or walking, such as:
• Chromed surfaces or objects
• Painted surfaces
• Hose rollers
• Compartment doors or hatches
• Valves
• Controls
• Inlet or Outlet Connections
ALWAYS be careful when climbing up or down to avoid a slip and fall, and potential injury to yourself
and others.
Enter and exit cabs slowly, deliberately, and carefully.
NEVER jump to ground. You can injure yourself.
ALWAYS maintain three points of contact when climbing up or down.
Keep contact with one hand and two feet, or two hands and one foot.
Use steps, hand-holds, or sturdy features on the apparatus.
ONLY grasp or step on items appropriate for climbing on or firmly attached objects.
Keep steps and hand-holds in good repair, and free of grease, mud, dirt, fuel, ice, and snow.
Make sure all attaching bolts and hardware are tight, thus eliminating any movement of steps and hand-
holds.
NEVER step or climb on any vehicle surface unless it is slip-resistant and hand-holds are provided.
Replace slip-resistant material when worn.