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Driving safety guidelines
Behaviour when driving
Operators must obey the same rules within
the plant as on the road. They must drive at
speeds appropriate for the driving conditions.
Therefore, they must drive slowly:
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When cornering
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Through narrow passageways
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Through swing doors
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In low-visibility areas
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When the roadway is uneven
Operators must always maintain a safe brak-
ing distance from vehicles or people in front of
them. They must always maintain control of
the truck. They must avoid sudden stops,
making fast U-turns, overtaking other vehicles
in potentially hazardous or low-visibility areas.
Driving the truck while sitting on top of it is
prohibited.
These trucks are designed to be used as a
pallet truck. Therefore:
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Never sit on the truck to drive it
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The truck must not be used as a stepladder
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This truck is not designed to transport peo-
ple
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The operator must always stay within the
truck clearance
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Stay in the safety area (working area de-
fined by the manufacturer)
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Ensure the stability of the truck and do not
exceed its maximum capacity
Use of a telephone or radio with the truck is
permitted.
However, do not use these devices when driv-
ing as they may distract you.
Take a test drive on an open surface.
NOTE
Drivers must wear safety shoes that fit proper-
ly to be able to drive and brake in complete
safety.
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