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TRAVELING (cont’d)
WARNING
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• 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.
SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
LOAD HANDLING
WARNING
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• Handle only stable or safely arranged loads.
a. When handling off-center loads that cannot be centered, operate
with extra caution.
b. Handle only loads within the capacity of the truck.
c. Handle loads exceeding the dimensions used to establish truck
capacity with extra caution. Stability and maneuverability may be
adversely affected.
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