The driver of carrier vehicles has proven his/her ability to drive carrier vehicles with a
driver’s seat or a driver’s platform to the operator and has consequently been put in
charge by the operator.
The driver of carrier vehicles is familiar with the use of all variants of the folding
fork
arms
and the associated dangers.
Service specialist
The service specialist has completed technical training (e.g., technician, agricultural
machinery technician) or has a similar qualification or has verifiably taken part in
training in which the necessary knowledge and procedures for safe performance of
assembly, installation, commissioning, and service on the folding
fork arms
have been
taught.
The service specialist can verify that they have taken part in training which qualifies
them to perform the regular inspection of the fork arms in accordance with
ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 as a technical expert.
The service specialist is familiar with the use of all variants of the folding
fork arms
and the associated dangers.
The service specialist is capable of operating carrier vehicles with a driver’s seat or a
driver’s platform due to his/her education, knowledge, and experience. The service
specialist is aware of the dangers involved with lifting and transport tasks.
Only persons of whom it can be expected that they will carry out their duties reliably
are permitted as personnel. Persons whose ability to react is affected by drugs,
alcohol, or medication, for example, are not permitted.
When selecting personnel, note the age and occupation-specific regulations applicable
at the operation site.
2.6.2
Unauthorized persons
Danger to life for unauthorized persons due to dangers in the danger and work
area!
– Keep unauthorized persons away from the danger and work area.
– If in doubt, speak to these persons and tell them to leave the danger and work
area.
– Suspend work while there are unauthorized persons remaining in the danger
and work area.
Unauthorized persons who do not meet the requirements described in this
manual are not aware of the dangers in the work area. For this reason, there is
the danger of serious injuries and even death for unauthorized persons.
Access to work
areas
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WARNING
Safety
Personnel requirements > Unauthorized persons
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Folding fork armsTypes KGA, KGI, and DuoLoc
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