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SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
• Before driving over a dockboard or bridge plate, be sure
that it is properly secured. Drive carefully and slowly across
the dockboard or bridge plate, and never exceed its rated
capacity.
• Do not drive trucks onto any elevator unless specically
authorized to do so. Do not exceed the capacity of the
elevator. Approach elevators slowly, and then enter squarely
after the elevator car is properly leveled. Once on the
elevator, neutralize the controls, shut off power, and set
brakes. It is advisable that all other personnel leave the
elevator before truck is allowed to enter or leave.
• Avoid running over loose objects on the driving surface.
• When negotiating turns, reduce speed to a safe level
consistent with the operating environment. Make the turns
smoothly. Except when maneuvering at a very low speed,
turn the steering control at a moderate, even rate.
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TRAVELING (cont’d)
• Under all travel conditions, operate the truck at a speed that
will permit it to be brought to a stop in a safe manner.
• Travel with load-engaging means fully raised.
• Make starts, stops, turns, or direction reversals in a smooth
manner so as not to cause unsafe conditions.
• Do not indulge in stunt driving or horseplay.
• Slow down for wet and slippery oors.
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