Pack Mule PC NXG Series, Manual

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(a) Instructional material provided by the manu-
facturer including the operators’ manual;
(b) Emphasis on safety of passengers, material
loads, carrier operator, and other person(s);
(c) General safety rules contained within this Stan-
dard and the additional specific rules determined by
the user in accordance with this Standard, and why
they were formulated;
(d) Introduction of equipment, control locations
and functions, and explanation of how they work
when used properly and when used improperly; and
surface conditions, grade, and other conditions of the
environment which could affect carrier operation;
(e) Operator competency evaluations.
7.3 Personnel and Burden Carrier Operator
Responsibility
7.3.1 General Operator Responsibility
7.3.1.1 Read and follow operators’ manual.
7.3.1.2 Do not operate carrier under the influence
of drugs and alcohol.
7.3.1.3 Safeguard the pedestrians at all times. Do
not drive carrier in a manner that would endanger
other persons.
7.3.1.4 Riding on the carrier by persons other than
the operator is authorized only on personnel seat(s)
provided by the manufacturer. All parts of each per-
son’s body shall remain within the plan view outline
of the carrier.
7.3.1.5 When a carrier is to be left unattended, stop
the carrier, apply the parking brake, stop the engine
or turn off power, turn off the control or ignition cir-
cuit, and remove the key if provided. Additionally, for
electric carriers, the forward and reverse directional
controls should be neutralized if a means is provided.
Block the wheels if the carrier is on an incline.
7.3.1.6 A carrier is considered unattended when
the operator is 7.6m (25 ft) or more from the carrier
which remains in his view, or whenever the operator
leaves the carrier and it is not within his view. When
the operator is dismounted and within 7.6m (25 ft) of
the carrier still in his view, he still must have controls
neutralized, and the parking brake(s) set to prevent
movement.
7.3.1.7 Maintain a safe distance from potential
hazards, such as edges of ramps and platforms.
7.3.1.8 Use only approved carriers in hazardous
locations, as defined in the appropriate safety stan-
dards.
7.3.1.9 Report all accidents to the user.
7.3.1.10 Do not add to, or modify, the carrier.
7.3.1.11 Carriers shall not be parked or left unat-
tended such that they block or obstruct fire aisles,
access to stairways, or fire equipment.
7.3.1.12 Only operate carrier while within opera-
tor’s station.
7.3.2 Traveling
7.3.2.1 Observe all traffic regulations, including au-
thorized speed limits. Under normal traffic conditions
keep to the right. Maintain a safe distance, based on
speed of travel, from a carrier or vehicle ahead; and
keep the carrier under control at all times.
7.3.2.2 Yield the right of way to pedestrians, am-
bulances, fire trucks, or other carriers/vehicles in
emergency situations.
7.3.2.3 Do not pass another carrier or vehicle trav-
eling in the same direction at intersections, blind
spots, or at other dangerous locations.
7.3.2.4 Keep a clear view of the path of travel, ob-
serve other traffic and personnel, and maintain a safe
clearance.
7.3.2.5 Slow down or stop, as conditions dictate,
and activate the sound-producing warning device at
cross aisles and when visibility is obstructed at other
locations.
7.3.2.6 Ascend or descend grades slowly.
7.3.2.7 Avoid turning, if possible, and use extreme
caution on grades, ramps, or inclines; normally travel
straight up and down.
7.3.2.8 Under all travel conditions the carrier shall
be operated at a speed that will permit it to be brought
to a stop in a safe manner.
7.3.2.9 Make starts, stops, turns, or direction rever-
sals in a smooth manner so as not to shift the load,
endanger passengers, or lose control of the carrier.
7.3.2.10 Do not operate carrier in a dangerous
manner.
7.3.2.11 Slow down when approaching, or on, wet or
slippery surfaces.
7.3.2.12 Do not drive carrier onto any elevator unless
specifically authorized to do so. 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 parking brakes. It
is advisable that all other personnel leave the elevator
before a carrier is allowed to enter or exit.