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10. SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Do not leave the engine running where there is poor ventilation. The engine
exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide. There is a danger that this will cause
gas poisoning which may result in serious injury or death.
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If any abnormality in the lift truck occurs, stop operation immediately, park
the lift truck in a safe place and safe condition, then contact the person in
charge.
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Be sure that fire extinguishers have been provided and that you read the
labels to ensure that you know how to use them.
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Know what to do in the event of a fire.
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Be sure that you know the phone numbers of persons you should contact in
case of an emergency.
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Provide a first aid kit at the storage point.
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Do not use the lift truck if it is leaking fuel. Inform the person on charge of
the nature of the abnormality, and repair the leakage before using the lift truck.
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Do not leave the lift truck with the engine running. Always apply the parking brake securely, lower the forks
to the ground, stop the engine, and remove the key before leaving the lift truck.
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Do not operate the lift truck if you are fatigued, or when you have been drinking, or you have taken any
medication which can make you drowsy or sleepy.
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When carrying out operation, inspection, or maintenance of the lift truck, always follow all work shop rules,
safety regulations and precautions.
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During operation, always pay attention to safety and be careful of pedestrians, traffic and other
surrounding conditions.
When reversing, depending on the situation, an optional alarm, reversing lamp or rotary lamp should be used.
In all cases, be sure to face the rear and check around before traveling in reverse.
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The overhead guard is installed to protect the operator from falling objects. It is designed to withstand the
force of light boxes or small packages. It is not designed to withstand every possible impact.
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Always be careful to prevent damage or injury from falling objects.
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EXHAUST GAS
FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT
SAFETY RULES
CHECK WHEN TRAVELING IN REVERSE
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
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