Driver safety guidelines
NOTE
The safety rules in this instruction booklet
must be respected at all times. These rules do
not replace the rules described in the booklet
supplied with the tow tractor for users of in-
dustrial and all-terrain trucks (VDMA). They
complement them.
Before the tow tractor can be used or any
work can be done on it, all members of staff
involved (in particular the drivers and the
maintenance staff) must receive training for
the standard and correct use of the tow trac-
tor. This training must be provided by qualified
instructors in accordance with the safety infor-
mation provided with this instruction booklet.
The employer must ensure that the driver has
understood all safety information.
Please adhere to the instructions for use and
the safety rules described in this instruction
booklet, in particular:
●
Information on the operation of industrial
tow tractors
●
Rules for roadways and work areas
●
Rights, duties and safety rules for the driver
●
Operation in special areas
●
Information related to starting, driving and
braking
●
Service and repair information
●
Recurrent inspections, accident prevention
check
●
Disposal of grease, oil and batteries
The driver or person in charge must ensure
that the above operating guidelines and safety
rules are observed at all times.
During training the driver must fully acquaint
themselves with:
●
Special features of the tow tractor (pedals,
control levers and switches, indicators and
forward/reverse selection)
●
Additional attachments
●
Special operating conditions
The driver must practice driving the vehicle,
using the controls and steering the tow tractor
whilst it is empty until he has complete control
of the vehicle.
DANGER
When using a tow tractor, one of the main causes
of accidents is the driver's failure to comply with or
lack of knowledge of basic safety rules.
In order to ensure the safety of the driver and others,
a few basic safe operating practices outlined below
must also be followed.
Personal factors
– Only drivers with the correct certification, is-
sued by qualified instructors, should oper-
ate the tow tractor.
– Drivers must drive responsibly. They must
understand that they are operating valuable
equipment, moving goods in a confined
area, probably where other people work.
– Before starting work, the preliminary checks
described in this booklet must be comple-
ted.
– If the tow tractor shows signs of damage or
malfunction, or if it cannot be used in com-
plete safety, park it in a safe place, remove
the key and inform your manager. Do not
use a faulty tow tractor.
– To ensure that risks are minimised, keep
the tow tractor in good condition at all times.
– Keep any labels or warnings attached to the
tow tractor in good condition. Replace illegi-
ble labels or warnings.
– Always handle, charge and maintain batter-
ies according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions. These are supplied with the battery.
– Protective equipment, i.e. goggles and
gloves, must be worn at all times when
completing any work involving the batteries.
– Do not install any accessories on the tow
tractor unless it has been supplied or ap-
proved by your local distributor.
– Do not drive under the influence of medi-
cines or substances that may disrupt driving
Safety
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Driver safety guidelines
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