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Watch Other TrucksWatch Other Trucks
Loading Both SidesLoading Both Sides
the truck is usually backed into the loading position with this method, thethe truck is usually backed into the loading position with this method, the
operator must be alert and careful while backing.operator must be alert and careful while backing.
For fastest, most accurate loading when being loaded by a front end loader, theFor fastest, most accurate loading when being loaded by a front end loader, the
truck operator should spot his machine on the most level area and at an angle totruck operator should spot his machine on the most level area and at an angle to
the face of the bank or stockpile. This minimizes loader travel time, particularlythe face of the bank or stockpile. This minimizes loader travel time, particularly
with a raised, full bucket. Where possible, the truck should also locate downwindwith a raised, full bucket. Where possible, the truck should also locate downwind
of the loader when dusty-type material is being loaded on a windy day. Thisof the loader when dusty-type material is being loaded on a windy day. This
practice improves both working conditions and visibility for the loader operator.practice improves both working conditions and visibility for the loader operator.
A cleanup dozer or small loader is often working in conjunction with the mainA cleanup dozer or small loader is often working in conjunction with the main
loading machine to keep the area clear of bucket spillage for maximum efficiencyloading machine to keep the area clear of bucket spillage for maximum efficiency
of the loading operation. The truck operator must always be alert to the positionof the loading operation. The truck operator must always be alert to the position
of the cleanup machine when entering the loading area to avoid congestion, andof the cleanup machine when entering the loading area to avoid congestion, and
for maximum safety.for maximum safety.
The following precautions should be observed when approaching the loadingThe following precautions should be observed when approaching the loading
area and while being loaded -area and while being loaded -
Avoid rocks and other shovel spillage that can needlessly damage tyres orAvoid rocks and other shovel spillage that can needlessly damage tyres or
other truck components. Allow the cleanup machine sufficient time toother truck components. Allow the cleanup machine sufficient time to
clear up such debris.clear up such debris.
Do not move the truck into loading position with the shovel bucket swingingDo not move the truck into loading position with the shovel bucket swinging
overhead. Large rocks that might fall from the bucket can be dangerous to bothoverhead. Large rocks that might fall from the bucket can be dangerous to both
the truck and operator.the truck and operator.
Keep your head and arms inside the cab during loading to avoid the danger ofKeep your head and arms inside the cab during loading to avoid the danger of
falling rocks or other shovel spillage.falling rocks or other shovel spillage.
When the loader operator signals that the truck is loaded, sound two blasts onWhen the loader operator signals that the truck is loaded, sound two blasts on
the horn, release the brakes and shift the transmission to drive (D). Move outthe horn, release the brakes and shift the transmission to drive (D). Move out
of the loading area and onto the haul road with the least possible delay to allowof the loading area and onto the haul road with the least possible delay to allow
any waiting truck to move into the loading position as soon as possible.any waiting truck to move into the loading position as soon as possible.
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