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Operators Should Be Allowed To Ride On PIV

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c. No additional personnel other than the operator shall be permitted to ride on PIVs unless an original equipment manufactured additional seat is available. d. Arms or legs are prohibited from being placed between the uprights of the mast or outside the running lines of the vehicles. e. When a PIV is left unattended, load engaging means shall be fully lowered, controls will be neutralized, power shut off, and brakes set. Wheels will be blocked if the vehicle is parked on an incline. f. A safe distance shall be maintained from the edge of ramps or platforms while on any elevated dock or platform. Where possible, yellow lines will be painted to designate a safe distance. PIVs will not be used in any other manner than what they are designed to be used for. g. The operator will not …show more content…

Operators will not carry anything on the overhead guard. e. Operators will ensure vehicle sound/illuminating warning devices are operational. f. Operators will yield right of way to pedestrians, emergency vehicles, and avoid pedestrian lanes. g. Operators will drive cautiously on uneven or slippery surfaces. h. Operators will ensure the load is pointed uphill where the gradient is greater than 10 percent. i. Operators will ensure fire protection equipment is carried with the vehicle and is in proper working order. j. Operator will immediately report any accident to their supervisor, the Safety Officer/Fleet Manager for investigation/follow-up. Pre-start Requirements (Operators) a. Operator will verify that all brakes, controls, gauges, lights, seat belts, and routine operational features are in proper working order. These items shall be examined before and after each use. Defects when found shall be immediately reported to the supervisor for repair. b. Operator will remove vehicle from service any time it is found to be in need of repair, defective, or in any way unsafe. The vehicle will be taken out of service until it has been restored to safe operating

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