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Operator training information is available from sources
such as powered floor cleaner manufacturers, government
agencies dealing with employee safety, industrial trucking
trade associations, public and private organizations, and
safety advisers.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY RULES AND
PRACTICES
Operator responsibility
Safe operation is the responsibility of the operator.
The operator must develop safe work habits and be aware
of dangerous conditions in order to protect himself, other
personnel, the powered floor cleaner and other material.
The operator must familiarize himself with the operation
and function of all control elements and instruments before
agreeing to operate the device.
Before operating the device, operators must read and be
familiar with the operating instructions for each device and
observe the safety rules and practices in the following
paragraphs.
Before operating any equipment, the operator must be fa-
miliar with unusual operating conditions that may require
additional safety precautions or special operating instruc-
tions.
Before initial startup the powered floor cleaner:
1 Be in the operating position.
2 Set the direction controller to the neutral position.
3 Apply the brake.
4 Set the switch to the "ON" position.
Do not start the device or operate the device, its functions
or attachments from a location other than the specified op-
erator position.
Keep hands and feet within the designated area for the op-
erator or in the equipment compartment.
Understand the limitations of the device and operate the
device safely so as not to cause injury to personnel. Pro-
tect pedestrians at all times.
1 Do not drive a powered floor cleaner towards people
standing in front of an object.
2 Before turning maneuvers, ensure that personnel stay
away from the rear swivel range.
3 Particular caution is required at front aisles, doors and
other places where pedestrians can step into the path of
the powered floor cleaner.
Do not allow passengers to drive with powered floor clean-
ers unless the manufacturer has provided a safe place to
drive.
A powered floor cleaner is supervised when the operator is
in sight, less than 25 ft (7.6 m) from the device.
A powered floor cleaner will not be supervised if the operator is
in sight more than 25 ft (7.6 m) from the device or whenever the
operator leaves the device and it is not in sight.
Before leaving the driver's position:
1 Bring the device to a standstill.
2 Set the direction controller to the neutral position.
3 Apply the parking brake.
4 Stop the engine or switch off the controls.
5 If the machine has to be parked on an incline, lock the
wheels.
Maintain a safe distance from the edge of ramps, platforms
and similar work areas.
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General
When powered floor cleaners are being driven on or off
long distance trucks or trailers, apply the brakes on the
truck or trailers and use wheel chocks or other safe me-
chanical means to prevent unintentional movement of the
truck or trailer.
Whenever powered floor cleaners are driven on and off
semi-trailers that are not coupled to a tractor, supports may
be required to prevent corners from tipping or diving.
Care must be taken that overhead installations such as
lights, cables, pipes, sprinkler systems, etc. are not
touched.
Report all accidents involving personnel, building struc-
tures and equipment to the supervisor or as instructed.
Do not make any additions or modifications to the device.
Do not block access to escape routes, stairs or fire extin-
guishers.
Observe all traffic regulations including the permitted
speed limits. Drive on the right under normal traffic condi-
tions. Maintain a safe distance based on the travel speed
of the vehicle in front and keep the device under control at
all times.
Give the right of way to pedestrians and emergency vehi-
cles such as ambulances and fire engines.
Do not overtake another truck at intersections, blind spots
or other dangerous places.
At the intersections of aisles and other places where visi-
bility is impaired, reduce the travel speed and sound the
acoustic warning device.
If possible, cross the railroad tracks at an angle. Park no closer
than 6 ft (1800 mm) to the nearest rail of a railway line.
Travel up and down gradients slowly and with caution. If
possible, avoid turning and be extremely careful on gradi-
ents, ramps or slopes; normally travel straight up and down
the gradient.
Maintain a clear view of the route and pay attention to other
traffic, personnel and safety distances.
Operate the device in driving conditions at a speed suffi-
cient to bring the device to a safe stop.
Carry out starts, stops, rotations or turns in a gentle man-
ner so as not to shift the load and / or overturn the powered
floor cleaner.
Do not perform stunt rides or mischief.
Reduce the travel speed on wet and slippery floors.
Before driving over a slatted frame or a bridge plate, make
sure that it is properly secured. Drive carefully and slowly
over the slatted frame or bridge plate and never exceed
the load-bearing capacity.
Do not drive the powered floor cleaner into an elevator un-
less expressly authorized. Drive slowly towards the eleva-
tor and then enter immediately after the elevator car has
been properly leveled. As soon as you are in the elevator,
put the control elements in neutral, switch off the power
and apply the brakes. It is advisable that everyone else ex-
its the elevator before the powered floor cleaner is allowed
to enter or exit the elevator.
When cornering, reduce your speed to a safe level that is
compatible with the operating environment. Take the
curves gently. Except when maneuvering at very low
speed, turn the steering moderately and smoothly.
The operation of a powered floor cleaner requires special
safety aspects such as the following:
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