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Operating techniques
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Working within dangerous areas
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Working within dangerous areas
Do not operate too close to the edge of a quay, dock, ramp, etc.
Operate slowly where space is tight and check that there is
enough room for the machine and load.
When working under ground special equipment is required,
e.g., certified engine, within the EU and in EEA countries.
Contact your dealer.
Use the machine's lights when working in poor light conditions,
e.g., indoors and in tunnels.
Do not work with or operate the machine when visibility is very
poor, e.g., in thick fog, heavy snow, or heavy rain.
The machine must be specially equipped when working in a
contaminated environment or health-hazardous area. Contact
your dealer. Also check the local regulations before entering
the area with the machine.
Electrical magnetic field (EMF)
Working in areas exposed to electromagnetic fields,
EMF
The employer is obliged to know if there are areas where there
are powerful electromagnetic fields and to inform the machine
operator about these.
The operator should seek information if the work site may be
exposed to powerful electromagnetic fields.
Underground cables and pipes
Make sure that authorities or companies responsible for cables
and pipes have been contacted and that their instructions are
followed. Also check which rules apply to ground personnel
regarding exposing cables and pipes. Normally only the service
companies' own personnel may expose and arrange provisional
suspension of cables.
Working on slopes
Be careful when opening the door since it may swing open due
to its dead weight. When you close it, make sure that it is
completely closed.
When reversing down a grade, keep in mind the center of
gravity and use the same technique as in
Operate slowly when approaching or running on a downhill
grade.
Do not change travel direction when operating on a grade, and
do not operate across a grade.
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