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Section 2 – Operator Safety Cab Access
2.3 Cab Access
WARNING
Entering and exiting the telehandler should only be
done using the three points of contact.
Use three points of contact to enter and exit the cab.
Face the telehandler when entering or exiting the cab.
Three points of contact means that two hands and
one foot or one hand and two feet are in contact
with the telehandler or the ground at all times during
entering and exiting.
WARNING
Operator should not use any telehandler that:
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does not appear to be working properly.
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has been damaged or appears to have worn
or missing parts.
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has alterations or modifications not approved
by the manufacturer.
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has safety devices which have been altered or
disabled.
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has been tagged or locked out for non-use or
repair.
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bears an unapproved attachment.
Failure to avoid these hazards could result in death
or serious injury.
NOTE
Improper operation, faulty maintenance, or poor
housekeeping may contribute to a condition of
instability
2.4 Jobsite Inspection
Be sure to follow all local, provincial/territorial/state
and national regulations related to operating variable
reach rough terrain forklifts (RTFLs). Do not use the
telehandler in hazardous locations.
Always monitor the workplace for changing conditions
that could create potentially hazardous situations.
The storage and handling of liquid fuels and
liquefied petroleum gas fuel used in RTFL shall be in
accordance with NFPA 505, NFPA 30 and NFPA 58 as
applicable. The user needs to determine the hazard
classification of any particular atmosphere or location
according to ANSI/NFPA 505. In addition, rough
terrain forklift trucks operated in hazardous areas
shall be approved and of the type required by ANSI/
NFPA 505.
Perform a thorough job site inspection prior and
during the operation of the telehandler to identify
potential hazards in your work area.
It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a job
site inspection and avoid the following hazardous
situations:
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holes or drop-offs
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ditches or soft fills
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floor obstructions, bumps or debris
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overhead obstructions
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electrical cords, hoses and high voltage
conductors
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hazardous locations
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inadequate surface support to withstand all load
forces imposed by the telehandler
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wind and weather conditions
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the presence of unauthorized personnel
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other possible unsafe conditions
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