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10. Do not pass
another lift truck
traveling in the
same direction at
intersections, blind
spots or at other
dangerous loca-
tions.
11. Stay away from the edge of the road. Keep the wheels
of the lift truck, particularly the steer wheels, on the road-
way. If the wheels are allowed to run off the edge of the
travel surface onto soft ground, the lift truck can tip over.
12. Under all travel conditions,
operate the lift truck at a speed
that will permit it to be brought to
a stop in a safe manner.
HIGHWAY TRUCKS, RAILROAD CARS AND
DOCKS
WARNING
Maintain a safe distance from
the edge of docks, ramps,
platforms and other similar
working surfaces. Watch the
“tail swing”.
IF THE LIFT TRUCK FALLS
OFF THE DOCK, DO NOT
JUMP OFF! HOLD FIRMLY TO
STEERING WHEEL, BRACE
YOUR FEET, AND LEAN FOR-
WARD AND AWAY FROM THE
POINT OF IMPACT.
Before operating in a highway truck or railroad car, ob-
serve the following:
DO NOT use a lift truck to move a railroad car.
DO NOT use a lift truck to open or close the door on a
railroad car unless the lift truck has an attachment that is
specifically designed for opening and closing railcar
doors and the operator is trained in its use.
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