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Knowledge of the information in this manual, and proper
training, provide a basis for safely operating the tele-
handler. Know the location of all controls and how they
operate to act quickly and responsibly in an emergency.
Safety devices reduce the likelihood of an accident.
• Never disable, modify, or ignore any safety device.
• Safety alerts in this manual indicate situations where
accidents may occur.
If any malfunction, hazard or potentially unsafe condition
relating to capacity, intended use, or safe operation is sus-
pected, stop aerial platform operation and seek assistance.
The operator bears ultimate responsibility for following
all manufacturer's instructions and warnings, regulations
and safety rules of their employer and/or any state or
federal law.
Employer Responsibility
Under Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) rules, employers are required to train workers
about hazards related to operating and maintaining the
telehandler. Successful completion and certification of
the Safety Training for Rough Terrain Telehandlers is
required.
Additional safety information and training resources can
be obtained through these publications, organizations,
and/or appropriate sources:
• (29CFR) Code of Federal Regulations
• (OSHA) Occupational Safety and Health Adminis-
tration
• (NIOSH) National Institute for Occupational Health
and Safety
• (ANSI) American National Standards Institute
• (AEM) Association of Equipment Manufacturers
• (ITSDF) Industrial Truck Standards Development
Foundation
Always consult Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemical
hazards and first aid instructions for any oil or lubricant
being used. SDS should be available from the manufac-
turer/supplier of the fluid.
Operator Responsibility
Warning
Telehandlers are potentially dangerous if proper
safety procedures are not followed. Workers who
operate, maintain, or work near the telehandler can
be at risk of roll over and run over incidents or can
be crushed or caught by the telehandler or its parts
which could result in death or serious injury if the
telehandler is not properly operated or maintained.
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Chapter 3 – Safety
Read the Operation and Safety Manual BEFORE oper-
ating the telehandler. Follow all safety instructions and
labels. Only operate the telehandler if you understand the
safety instructions and warnings in all applicable manuals
and technical publications. Always follow all State and
Federal health and safety laws and/or local regulations.
Maintenance personnel must have the required training,
skills, and tools to perform installation, operation, main-
tenance, or repair procedures properly and safely. Make
sure the telehandler and attachments will not be damaged
or made unsafe by any procedures chosen.
Operator Qualifications
Operators must be in good physical and mental condition,
with appropriate reflexes, reaction time, vision, depth
perception, and hearing.
Operators must possess a valid, current operator's li-
cense as required for the work site; plus those required
by applicable State, Federal, and/or local laws.
Successful completion and certification of Safety Training
for Rough Terrain Telehandlers is required.
• Operators must be properly instructed on how to
operate the telehandler and attachments.
• Operators must operate the telehandler according to
ALL appropriate safety regulations.
• Operator trainees must remain under constant obser-
vation and supervision of an experienced operator.
New or Additional Operators
At the time of original purchase, the purchaser of this
vehicle was instructed by the seller on its proper use. If
this vehicle is to be used by an employee or is loaned or
rented to someone other than the purchaser, make certain
that the new operator is trained, in accordance with OSHA
regulations, and reads and understands this Operation
and Safety Manual before operating the vehicle.
In addition, make sure that the new operator has completed
a walk-around inspection of the vehicle, is familiar with all
the labels on the vehicle, and has demonstrated the correct
use of all controls.
Modifications
Modifications to the telehandler or attachments
could affect telehandler capacity and/or stability
which could result in death or serious injury. DO NOT
make modifications to the telehandler or attachments
without prior written approval from the manufacturer.
Where such authorization is granted, capacity, oper-
ation, and maintenance instruction plates, tags, or
labels shall be changed accordingly.
• Unauthorized modifications or alterations will void
the warranty.
Warning
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