ROUGH TERRAIN FORK LIFT SAFETY 
OPERATION SAFETY
12.Maintain an appropriate clearance from electrical power lines. See the chart below for minimum safe approach distances.
Minimum Safe Approach Distance
Power Line Voltage | Required Clearance |
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0 to 50 kV | 10 ft. (3.00 m) |
50 to 200 kV | 15 ft. (4.60 m) |
200 to 350 kV | 20 ft. (6.10 m) |
350 to 500 kV | 25 ft. (7.62 m) |
500 to 750 kV | 35 ft. (10.67 m) |
750 to 1000 kV | 45 ft. (13.72 m) |
13.Lifting Loads:
i.Using the load chart, confirm that the load is within the rated capacity of the machine for the required configuration.
ii.Level the machine using the level gauge before lifting loads. Use the sway control to level the machine only when the boom is at horizontal or lower. Using the sway control with the boom above horizontal may cause the machine to overturn.
iii.Verify that the load is secured on the forks before performing a lift. Rearrange the load if necessary.
iv.Before lowering a maximum load, always retract the boom completely.
v.Use proper attachments, such as a truss boom, to lift suspended loads.
14.If the load to be lifted exceeds the capacity of the machine for the given configuration:
i.Move the machine closer to the load so that the weight of the load will be within the allowable load chart specifications.
ii.Divide the load into smaller pieces.
iii.Get a larger machine capable of handling the load.
15.Always move a load so that you have maximum machine stability and visibility is not obstructed. Keep the boom at or below horizontal, with the load close to the ground.
16.Tilt the forks back towards the machine slightly during travel to ensure stability of the load.
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