Wesley BC-6200-8SA - Manual (Page 10)

Owner’s Manual and Service Guide – BCG Series 10
INDUSTRY STANDARDS
7.3 Personnel and Burden Carrier Operator
Responsibility
7.3.1 General Operator Responsibility
7.3.1.1 Read and follow operators
’ manual.
7.3.1.2 Do not operate carrier under the influence of drugs
and alcohol.
7.3.1.3 Safeguard the pedestrians at all times. Do not drive
carrier in a manner that would endanger other persons.
7.3.1.4 Riding on the carrier by persons other than the
operator is authorized only on personnel seat(s) provided by
the manufactur
er. All parts of each person’s body shall
remain within the plan view outline of the carrier.
7.3.1.5 When a carrier is to be left unattended, stop the
carrier, apply the parking brake, stop the engine or turn off
power, turn off the control or ignition circuit, and remove the
key if provided. Additionally, for electric carriers, the forward
and reverse directional controls, should be neutralized if a
means is provided. Block the wheels if the carrier is on an
incline.
7.3.1.6 A carrier is considered unattended when the
operator is 7.6m (25 ft) or more from the carrier which
remains in his view, or whenever the operator leaves the
carrier and it is not within his view. When the operator is
dismounted and within 7.6m (25 ft) of the carrier still in his
view, he still must have controls neutralized, and the parking
brake(s) set to prevent movement.
7.3.1.7 Maintain a safe distance from potential hazards,
such as edges of ramps and platforms.
7.3.1.8 Use only approved carriers in hazardous locations,
as defined in the appropriate safety standards.
7.3.1.9 Report all accidents to the user.
7.3.1.10 Do not add to, or modify, the carrier.
7.3.1.11 Carriers shall not be parked or left unattended
such that they block or obstruct fire aisles, access to
stairways, or fire equipment.
7.3.1.12 Only operate carrier while within
operator’s
station.
7.3.2 Traveling
7.3.2.1 Observe all traffic regulations, including authorized
speed limits. Under normal traffic conditions keep to the
right. Maintain a safe distance, based on speed of travel,
from a carrier or vehicle ahead; and keep the carrier under
control at all times.
7.3.2.2 Yield the right of way to pedestrians, ambulances,
fire trucks, or other carriers/vehicles in emergency situations.
7.3.2.3 Do not pass another carrier or vehicle traveling in
the same direction at intersections, blind spots, or at other
dangerous locations.
7.3.2.4 Keep a clear view of the path of travel, observe
other traffic and personnel, and maintain a safe clearance.
7.3.2.5 Slow down or stop, as conditions dictate, and
activate the sound-producing warning device at cross aisles
and when visibility is obstructed at other locations.
7.3.2.6 Ascend or descend grades slowly.
7.3.2.7 Avoid turning, if possible, and use extreme caution
on grades, ramps, or inclines; normally travel straight up and
down.
7.3.2.8 Under all travel conditions the carrier shall be
operated at a speed that will permit it to be brought to a stop
in a safe manner.
7.3.2.9 Make starts, stops, turns, or direction reversals in a
smooth manner so as not to shift the load, endanger
passengers, or lose control of the carrier.
7.3.2.10 Do not operate carrier in a dangerous manner.
7.3.2.11 Slow down when approaching, or on, wet or
slippery surfaces.
7.3.2.12 Do not drive carrier onto any elevator unless
specifically authorized to do so. Approach elevators slowly,
and then enter squarely after the elevator car is properly
leveled. Once on the elevator, neutralize the controls, shut
off power, and set parking brakes. It is advisable that all
other personnel leave the elevator before a carrier is allowed
to enter or exit.
7.3.2.13 Avoid running over loose objects, potholes, and
bumps.
7.3.2.14 Reduce carrier speed to negotiate turns.
7.3.2.15 Avoid any action verbal or physical by an operator
or passenger, which could cause the operator to be
distracted.
7.3.3 Loading
7.3.3.1 Refer to
operators’ manual for loading instruction.
7.3.3.2 Handle only stable and safely arranged loads.
When handling off-center loads, which cannot be centered,
operate with extra caution.
7.3.3.3 Handle only loads within the capacity of each cargo
area of the carrier as specified by the manufacturer.
7.3.3.4 Avoid material loads exceeding the physical
dimensions of the carrier or as specified by the carrier
manufacturer.