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Safe Vehicle Entry and Exit / 4-1
Chapter 4 GENERAL
Safe Vehicle Entry and Exit
4-1. Vehicle Access
4-1.1 Automatic Steps
Automatic deploying side entry steps fold out and down to provide easy access to the cab. When properly adjusted,
these steps will retract into the cab on either the first or second catch of the door. Other steps may also be of a folding
or pivoting design.
4-1.2 Service Areas
This vehicle is designed with areas to access equipment for maintenance or service. These areas may or may not
allow three points of contact at all times.
If it is necessary to climb onto, into, or around parts of the vehicle that are not equipped for three points of contact,
use an overhead safety harness, step ladder, access platform, or other means to keep safe while working on the
vehicle.
4-1.3 High Locations
This vehicle may have a way to access high areas of the truck such as the roof. Use extreme caution when walking
on these areas of the vehicle. If railings are not present, then these areas should only be accessed for service or
repair in controlled service environments.
Failure to exercise due care when entering and exiting vehicles can result in personal injury. Entry and
exit should be made slowly, deliberately, and carefully.
A three-point stance should be used (three out of four extremities should be in contact with the vehicle
at all times). Face inward toward steps and hand-holds when entering and exiting. Always keep steps
and hand-holds in continuous good repair. Make sure all attaching bolts and hardware are tight, thus
eliminating any movement of steps and hand-holds. Keep steps, grab handles, and shoes free of
grease, mud, dirt, fuel, ice and snow. Use extra care during inclement weather.
Certain steps may be of a pivoting or folding design. Be certain that such steps are firmly engaged in
the weight bearing position before placing full weight on the step. Make sure steps are deployed in the
down position before exiting cab. Failure to deploy steps properly can lead to falls and possible injury.
Fall Hazard - Railings NOT provided
Surface may be slippery - NOT intended for stepping, standing or walking.
Fall will injure or kill.