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Safety
Definition of responsible persons
Definition of responsible persons
Driver
This truck may only be driven by suitable per-
sons who are at least 18 years of age, have
been trained in driving, have demonstrated
their skills in driving and handling trucks to
the operating company or an authorised rep-
resentative, and have been specifically in-
structed to drive the truck. Specific knowledge
of the truck to be operated is also required.
The training requirements under §3 of the
Labour Protection Law and §9 of the Ordi-
nance on Industrial Safety and Health are
deemed to have been satisfied if the driver
has been trained in accordance with BGG
(General Employers' Liability Insurance Asso-
ciation Act) 925. Observe the national regula-
tions for your country.
Driver rights, duties and rules of be-
haviour
The driver must be trained in his rights and
duties.
The driver must be granted the required rights.
The driver must wear protective equipment
(protection suit, safety footwear, safety
helmet, industrial goggles and gloves) that are
appropriate to the application conditions, the
job and the load to be moved. Solid footwear
should be worn to ensure safe driving and
braking.
The driver must be familiar with the operating
instructions and have access to them at all
times.
The driver must:
– Read and understand the operating instruc-
tions
– Familiarise himself with safe operation of
the truck
– Be physically and psychologically able to
drive the truck safely
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