Hyster Narrow Aisle N30XMR3 Operating Manual page 28

OPERATING PROCEDURES
Many people make the mistake of thinking that operating a
lift truck is the same as driving an automobile. This is not
true. It is true that some lift truck operating procedures are
as simple and obvious as driving the family automobile.
(Example: Look where you are going, start and stop
smoothly, etc.) But a lift truck is a special machine designed
to do a much different job than an automobile. Because of
the close areas in which a lift truck operates and its other
operating characteristics (like rear wheel steering and
tailswing), every operator must receive additional training,
even if they have a license to drive an automobile.
The following discussion lists basic procedures applicable
to lift truck operation.
1. Authorized and Trained Operator Only - - This
means the operator must be trained to drive the lift truck
and it means that the operator must thoroughly understand
the procedures for lift truck operation. It also means that a
qualified person experienced in lift truck operation must
guide the operator through several driving and load
handling operations before the operator attempts to
operate the lift truck alone. A basic education in proper
driving and load handling techniques is absolutely
necessary to prepare the new operator for proper defensive
driving and to expect the unexpected.
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2. Hazardous Area - - Operate the lift truck only in areas
that have been approved for lift truck operation.
These areas must be designated to show the type of lift
truck approval required for operation in the area. Changes
to special equipment or poor maintenance can make the lift
truck lose its special approval.
3. No Riders - - A lift truck is built for only one person ----
the operator. It is dangerous for anyone to ride on the forks
or anywhere else on the lift truck.
4. Lifting Personnel - - A lift truck is designed to handle
materials. A lift truck is not designed to lift people. Do not
Certain areas contain hazardous
flammable gases, liquid, dust, fibers or
other materials. Lift trucks that are
operated in these areas must have
special fire safety approval.