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ASME/ANSI B56.7-1987
SAFETY STANDARD FOR INDUSTRIAL CRANE TRUCKS

There will be no Addenda or Interpretations published to ASME/ANSI 856.7-1987. Within

the last year neither changes to, nor inquiries regarding, the technical requirements of this
document have been issued.
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. AN AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD

POWERED AND NONPOWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS

Safety Standard for

Industrial Crane Trucks

ASME/ANSI B56.7-I 987

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(REVISION OF ANSI 856.7-1982)

Society of
Mechanical Engineers
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 Date of Issuance: December 31, 1987

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subscription service.The use of anaddenda allows revisionsmade in response t o
public review comments or committee actions t o be published on
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 FOREWORD

(This Foreword is not part of ASME/ANSI 856.7-1987.)

On February 25, 1970, the B56.7 Subcommittee started work on this Standard at the di-
rection of the B56 Committee and the sponsor, The American Society of Mechanical Engi-
neers (ASME). Following a number of work sessions and ballots within the Subcommittee
and theB56 Committee, it was submitted to theASME for B56Committee ballot, public re-
view, and presentation to the American National Standards Institute, Inc. (ANSI) for ap-
proval. The first editionof this Standard was approved by ANSI on February 9, 1982.
In accordance with its procedures, the B56.7 Subcommittee began work on arevision of
the 1982Standard in July 1986. After approvalby the B56 Committee and the sponsor, and
after public review, this Standardwas approved and designated as an American National
Standard by the American National Standards Institute, Inc. onSeptember 2, 1987.

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 ASME STANDARDS COMMITTEE B56
Powered and Nonpowered .Industrial Trucks

(The following is the roster of the Committee at the timeapproval

of of this Standard.)

OFFICERS

J. D. Schell, Chairman
W. W. Vice Chairman
Olsen,
W.Berger, Secretary

COMMITTEE PERSONNEL
ALLIANCE OF AMERICAN INSURERS
R. A. Klebes, Liberty Mutual Insurance Co., Berwyn, Pennsylvania

AMERICAN TRUCKING ASSOCIATIONS. INC.

J. M. Dandrea, American Trucking Associations, Inc., Alexandria, Virginia
N. Darrnstadter, Alternate, American Trucking Associations, Inc., Alexandria, Virginia

BEER INSTLTUTE, THE

E. G. Ratzenberger, The Stroh Brewery Co., Detroit, Michigan

EASTMAN KODAK CO.

R. G. Lang, Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, New York
A. C. Karelus, Alternate, Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, New York

INDUSTRIAL TRUCK ASSOCIATION, THE

W.J. Montwieler, The Industrial Truck Association, Washington, D.C.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONOF MACHINISTS AND AEROSPACE WORKERS
G. W.Meyer, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Riverside, Missouri
H. R. Johnson, Alternate, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Kansas
City, Missouri

MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS ASSOCIATION

H. Ayers, Hugh Ayers Co., Inc., West Allis, Wisconsin

MOTOR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES, INC.

D. T.LaBelle, General Motors Corp., Detroit, Michigan

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION

W.N. Ritchie, East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc., Lyon Station, Pennsylvania
T. A. Farkas, Alternate, National Electrical Manufacturers Association, Washington, D.C.

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION

R. E. Munson, E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Wilmington, Delaware
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NISSAN INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT CO.

G. L. Maes, Nissan Industrial EquipmentCo., Memphis, Tennessee

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RAYMOND CORP., THE

R. N. Rogers, The Raymond Corp., Greene, New York

SILENT HOIST AND CRANE CO., INC.

R. E. Cohen, Silent Hoist and Crane Co., Brooklyn, New York

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES, INC.

E. W.Killoren, Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., Northbrook, Illinois

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

R. F. Sauger, U S . Department of Labor, OSHA, Washington, D.C.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

L. C. Root, U.S. Department of the Army, Fort Belvoir, Virginia

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INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS
O. S. Carliss, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
J. A. Draxler, The Elwell-Parker Electric Co., Cleveland, Ohio
K. L. Emerling, South Euclid, Ohio
R. C. Fulk, J. Rumsey Vocational Technical Center, Martinsburg, West Virginia
R. C. Fuller, Lockport, New York
G. L. Gaulke, Hyster Co., Portland, Oregon
E. A. Gomes, Wang Laboratories, Methuen, Massachusetts
E. B. Gutta, Baker Material Handling Corp., Cleveland, Ohio
J. W.Heward, Three Oaks, Michigan
R. R. Kareckas, Kellogg Co., Battle Creek, Michigan
W.W.Olsen, Cherry Hill, New Jersey
G. H. Ritterbusch, Caterpillar Tractor Co., Peoria, Illinois
R. F. Sauger, U.S. Dept. of Labor, OSHA, Washington, D,C.
J. D. Schell, Clark Material Systems Technology Co., Lexington, Kentucky
E. R. Sirotak, Brooklyn, Ohio
J. W.Uetrecht, Crown Controls Corp., New Bremen, Ohio
D. L. Dunlap, Alternate, Crown Controls Corp., New Bremen, Ohio

SUBCOMMITTEE B56.7 - INDUSTRIAL CRANE TRUCKS

J. A. Draxler, Chairman, The Elwell-Parker Electric Co., Cleveland, Ohio
R. E. Cohen, Silent Hoist and Crane Co., Brooklyn, New York
P. D. Shively, U.S. Army Belvoir Research and Deveropment Center, Fort Belvoir, Virginia

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 CONTENTS

Foreword ............................................................... iii

Standards Committee Roster ............................................... V
General ................................................. .~.............. 1

Part I Introduction
1 Scope ................................... ..........................
+.

2 Purpose .............................................................
3 Interpretation .......................... .. .......................... r.

Part II For the User

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4 General Safety Practices ............................................... 4
5 OperatingSafetyRules and Practices ..................................... 7
6 Maintenance Practices ................................................. 9

Part 111 For the Manufacturer

7 Design and Construction Standards ......................... ........... 10

Figures
1 Service Brake Performance Requirements ................................ 13
2 Overhead Guard Impact Deformation Limit .............................. 18
3 Industrial Crane Truck-- Nonslewing Type, Slewing Type ................. 20

Tables
1 Direction of Motion ................................................... 16
2 Overhead Guard Impact Test Loads ..................................... 17

Appendices
A References ........................................................... 21
B Glossary of Commonly Used Words and Phrases .......................... 23

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POWERED AND NONPOWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS
GENERAL
This Standard is one of a series that has beenformu-
lated with the American Societyof Mechanical Engi-
neers as Sponsor in accordance with the Accredited
Organization method, the procedures accredited by
the American National Standards Institute, Inc., and
the following scope.
Establishment of the safety requirements re-
lating to the elements of design, operation,
and maintenance; also, the standardization
relating to principal dimensions to facilitate
interchangeability,testmethods,and test
procedures of powered and nonpowered
industrialtrucks(notincluding vehicles
intended primarily for earthmoving or over-
the-road hauling); and to maintain liaison
with the InternationalOrganization for Stan-
dardization (ISO) in all matters pertaining to
powered and nonpowered industrial trucks.
One purpose of the Standardis to serve asa guide to
governmentalauthorities having jurisdiction over
subjects within the scope of the Standard. It is ex-
pected, however, that the Standardwill find a major
application in industry, serving asa guide to manufac-
turers, purchasers, and users of the equipment.
For convenience, Standards for Powered and
Nonpowered Industrial Trucks have been divided
separate volumes:
c.
-
.~
Safety Standards
B56.1Low Liftand High LiftTrucks
B56.5 Electric Guided Industrial Tow Tractors
B56.6 Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks
B56.7 Industrial
Crane Trucks
B56.8 Personnel and Burden Carriers
B56.9 OperatorControlled
Industrial
Tow
Tractors
0 Standardization Standards
B56.11.1 Double
Raceor Bi-Level Swivel and
Rigid Industrial Casters
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MH11.3 LoadHandling Symbols for Powered
Industrial Trucks
B56.11.4 Hook-Type Forks and Fork Carriers for
Powered Industrial ForkliftTrucks
B56.11.5Measurementof Sound Emitted by LOW
Lift, High Lift, and RoughTerrainPow-
ered Industrial Trucks’
B56.11.6 Test Methods and Requirements - Visi-
bility - CounterbalancedForklift
Trucks’
Safety standards thatwere previously listedas B56
volumes but now havedifferent identification due to a
recent change in standardsdevelopment assignments
are as follows.
NFPA 505 Fire Safety Standard forPowered Indus-
trial Trucks - Type Designations, Areas
of Use,Maintenance and Operation(for-
merly B56.2)
UL 583 Standardfor Safety for Electric-Battery-
PoweredIndustrialTrucks(formerly
B56.3)
UL 558 Standard for
Safetyfor
Internal
Combustion-Engine-Powered Industrial
Trucks (formerly B56.4)
If adopted forgovernmental use, the references to
other national standards in the specific volumes may
into be changed to refer to the corresponding governmen-
tal regulations.
The use of powered industrial trucks is subject to
certain hazards that cannot eliminated
be by mechani-
cal means, but only by the exercise of intelligence,
care, and common sense. It is therefore essential to
have competent and careful operators, physically and
mentally fit, thoroughly trained in the safe operation
of the equipment and the handling of the loads,Seri-
ous hazards are overloading, instability of the load,
obstruction to the freepassage of the load, poor main-
tenance, and using equipment for a purpose for which
it was not intended or designed.
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Suggestions for improvement of these standards,

especially those based on actual experience in their ap-
plication, shall be submitted to the Secretary of the
B56 Committee, ASME, 345 East 47th Street, New
York, NY 10017.
Comments shall be written in accordance with the
following format:
(a) specify paragraph designation of the pertinent
standard;
(b) indicate suggested change (addition, deletion,
revision, etc.);
(c) briefly state reason and/or evidence for sug-
gested change;
(6)submitsuggestedchanges to morethan one
paragraph in the order in which they appear in the
standard.
The appropriate B56 Subcommittee will consider
each suggested revision at its first meeting after receipt
of the suggested revision(s).

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SAFETY STANDARD FOR INDUSTRIAL CRANE TRUCKS
Part I
Introduction
1 SCOPE
This Standard defines safety requirements relating
to the elements of design, operation, andmaintenance
of poweredindustrial crane trucks intended primarily
for pick and carry use in warehousing, yarding, or in-
dustrial plant operation over improved or hard sur-
faced roads and yards,including maintenance within
these areas.
This Standard does not apply to thegeneral type of
industrial crane trucksdescribed herein, where used
for construction work in any area, or to equipment-
within the scope of ASMEStandards CommitteeB30,
whichincludes and defines rough terrain, crawler,
locomotive, andtruck cranes.
Industrial crane trucks shall have the following
characteristics:
(a) one power source for both travel and crane
operations;
(b) a single operator's position with controls for
travel and crane operationlocated in the chassis, and
which does not rotate with the slewing boom;
(c) a hoisting mechanism for the loadline which
provides poweredoperation in both hoisting and low-
ering directions, and furnished with a positive friction
brake to prevent free spooling.
2 PURPOSE
The purpose of this Standardis to promote safety
through thedesign, construction, application,opera-
tion, and maintenance of powered industrial crane^
trucks.
This Standard may be used as a guide by govern-
mental authorities desiring to formulate safety rules
and regulations. This Standard is also intended for
voluntary use by others associated withthe manufac-
- ture
or use of industrial crane trucks.
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3 INTERPRETATION
3.1 Mandatory and Advisory Rules
To carry out the provisions of this Standard, all
items in Parts II and III are mandatory except for
those including the word should, which are recom-
mendations. Notes and theglossary are nota part of
the Standard.
3.2 Classification of Approved Trucks
The word approved means the classification or list-
ing of trucks as to fire, explosion, and electric shock
hazard by a nationally recognized testing laboratory,
i.e., a laboratory qualified and equipped to conduct
examinations and tests such as those prescribed by
Underwriters Labordories, Inc., and Factory Mutual
Research Corp.
3.3 Terminology
For terminology not included in Appendix B, refer
to ANSI 294.0.
3.4 Requests for Interpretation
The B56 Committee will render an interpretationof
any requirement of this Standard. Interpretations will
be rendered only in response to a writtenrequest sent
to the Secretary of the B56 Committee, ASME, 345
East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017. The request
for interpretation shallbe in thefollowing format.
Subject: Cite
the applicable paragraph num-
ber(s) and provide a concisedescrip-
tion.
Edition:Cite-the applicable edition of the perti-
nent standard for which the interpreta-
tion is being requested.
Question: Phrase the question as a request for an
interpretation of a specific requirement
suitable for general understanding and
use, not as a request for approval of a
proprietary design or situation. The
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inquirer may also include any plans or
drawings whichare necessary to explain
the question; however, theyshould not
contain proprietary names or informa-
tion.
ASME procedures provide for reconsideration of
any interpretation when or if additional information
which might affect an interpretation is available. Fur-
ther,persons aggrievedby an interpretation may
appeal to the cognizant ASME Committee or Sub-
committee. ASME does not “approve,” “certify,”
“rate,” or “endorse” any item, construction, propri-
etary device, or activity.
3.5 Metric Conversions
The values stated in U.S. customary units are tobe
regarded as the standard.
Part II
For the User
4 GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES
4.1 Introduction
4.1 . I Like other vehicles, industrial crane trucks
can cause injury if improperly used or maintained.
4.1.2 Part II contains broad safety standards appli-
cable to truck operations. Only authorized operators
trained to adhere strictly to the operating instructions
stated in Section 5 shall be permitted to operate indus-
trial crane trucks. Unusual operating conditions may
require additional safety precautions and special oper-
ating instructions.
4.2 Modifications,Nameplates,Markings,and
Capacity
4.2.1 Modifications and additions that affect ca-
pacity or safe operation shall not be performed with-
out the manufacturer’s prior written approval. Where
such authorization is granted, capacity, operation,
and maintenance instruction plates, tags, or decals
shall be changed accordingly.
4.2.2 The user shall see that all nameplates, cau-
tion, andinstruction markings are inplace and legible.
4.2.3 When modifications involve rebuildand re-
pair of the basic unit, they shall be made in accordance
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with the manufacturer’sestablishedcriteria and
procedures.
4.2.4 Where steering must be accomplished with
one hand anda steering handwheel isused, a steering
knob(s) or equivalent shall be used to promote safe
and effective operation. The steering handwheel and
knob configuration shall be a design that will mini-
mize the hazard from a spinning handwheel due to a
road reaction feedback, or the steering mechanism
shall be of a type that prevents road reactions from
causing the steering handwheel to spin. The steering
knob(s) shall be within the periphery of the steering
handwheel.
4.2.5 Where steeringcan be accomplished with ei-
ther hand, and the steering mechanism is of a type that
prevents road reactions from causing the handwheel
to spin (power steeringor equivalent), steering knobs
may be used, Whenused, steering knobs shall be of a
type that can be engaged bythe operator’s hand from
the top, and shall be within the periphery ofthe steer-
ing handwheel.
4.2.6 Batteries used in electric industrial crane
trucks shall comply withthe minimum/maximum bat-
tery weight range shown on the truck nameplate.
4.3 Stopping Distance (Descending Grades)
4.3.1 When descending a grade, stopping distance
will be greater than on level operation. Methods shall
be provided to allow for this condition. Some methods
are: reducing speed, limiting loads, allowing ade-
quate clear spaceat the bottomof the grade, etc. (See
para. 5.3.8.)
4.3.2 Approximate theoretical stopping distance
for a dry clean asphalt, brushed concrete, or equiva-
lent surface may be determined from the following
formula:
3. 34v2 0.394~~~
S= - or s1= -
D-G D-G
where
S = distance to stop, ft
D = drawbar drag as a percent of gross vehicle
weight
G = percent grade (e.g., 5 for 5 % )
v = velocity, mph
v1 = velocity, km/h
s1 = distance to stop, m
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4.4 Stability
4.4.1Experience has shown that industrial crane
trucks that comply with the stability requirements
stated in para. 7.5 are stablewhen properly operated.
However, improper operation, faulty maintenance,
or poor housekeeping may contribute to acondition
of instability and defeatthe purpose of the Standard.
4.4.2Some of the conditions thatmay affect stabil-
ity are: ground and floor conditions, grade, speed,
loading, battery weight, dynamic and static forces,
and the judgmentexercised bythe operator.
a
4.4.3On electric industrial crane trucks, useonly
battery having a service weight within the minimuml
maximum range specified on the truck nameplate, See
para, 7.4.10 for informationon battery weight.
4.4.4Some users may decide to establish, for their
own use, stability requirements that will vary from
those in para. 7.5. However, therequirements in para.
7.5 should serve as a guide for theuser, working with
the manufacturer, inestablishing his own more strin-
gent requirements.
0 4.5 Safety Guards
4.5.1 OverheadGuards
4.5.l. 1 Industrial crane trucks shall be fitted
with an overhead guard manufactured in accordance
with para. 7.23.
4.5.1.2An overhead guard isintended to offer
protection to the operator from falling objects, but
cannot protect against every possible impact. There-
fore, itshould not be considered a substitutefor good
judgment and care in loading, handling, storage, etc.
4.5.1.3Under certain unusualoperating condi-
tions, a stronger guard, or one having openings of
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4.5.1.4Exceptions
(a) Where overhead obstructions limit the overall
lowered height of the truck, normal overhead guard
height and thevertical clearance under the guard may
be reduced to permit operationwith a guard.
(b) The user may operate the truck without the
overhead guard provided all of the following condi-
tions are met.
( I ) Vertical movement of the lifting mechanism
is restricted to 72 in. (1800 mm) or less from the
ground.
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(2) The truckwill operate only in anarea where:
(a) the bottom of thè top tiered load is not
higher than 72 in. (1800 mm) and the topis not more
than 120 in. (3000 mm) from the ground when tiered;
(b) only stable (preferably interlocked, un-
itized, or containerized) loads arehandled;
(c) there is protection against falling objects
from adjacenthigh stack areas.
4.6 Fuel Handling and Storage
4.6.1 The storage and handling of liquid fuels
(such as gasoline and diesel fuel) shall be in accor-
dance with ANSI/NFPA 505 and ANSI/NFPA 30.
4.6.2The storage andhandling of liquefied petro-
leum gas fuel shall be in accordance with ANSI/
NFPA 505 and ANSI/NFPA 58.
4.7 Changing and Charging Storage Batteries for
Electric Trucks
4.7.1Battery changing and charging facilities and
procedures shall be in accordance with ANSI/NFPA
505.
4.7.2The charger connector shall not be plugged
into the truckconnector under any circumstances.
4.7.3To avoid damage to equipment or injury to
personnel, consult and follow manufacturer’s pro-
cedures when replacing the contacts in any battery
connector.
4.7.4Failure to comply with specified nameplate
battery weight range could result in truck instability.
4.8 HazardousLocations
4.8.1It shall be the responsibilityof the user to de-
termine the hazardclassification of any particularat-
mosphere or locationaccording to ANWNFPA 505.
4.8.2Powered industrial cranetrucks operated in
hazardous areas shall be approved and of the type re-
quired by ANWNFPA 505.
4.8.2.1Dependent on the proposed type of
truck andarea of use,approved trucks shall
be built in
compliance with either UL 558 or UL 583.
4.8.3Trucks and areas of use shall be marked in
accordance with ANSI/NJ?PA 505.
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4.9 Aisles and Obstructions
4.9.1 Permanent aisles, roadwaysor passageways,
floors, and ramps shall be definedin some fashion or
marked to conform with ANSI 253.1.
4.9.2 Permanent or temporary protrusion of
loads, equipment, material, and construction facili-
ties into the usual operating area shall be guarded,
clearly and distinctively marked, or clearly visible.
4.1O Lighting for Operating Areas
4.1O. 1 Controlled lighting of adequate intensity
should be provided in operating areas
in conformance
with ANSIAES RP7.
4.10.2 Where operating conditions indicate, the
user shall be responsiblefor having the truck equipped
with lights.
4.11 Control of Noxious Gases and Fumes
4.11 .I Internal combustion engines deplete the
oxygen supply within enclosed spacesand may create
a hazard unless the oxygen is replaced.
4.11.2 Ventilation shall be provided in enclosed
areas where internal combustion powered equipment
is used, to maintain an atmosphere that shall not ex-
ceed the contamination levels specified bythe Ameri-
canConference of GovernmentalIndustrial
Hygienists publication, “Threshold Limit Values and
Biological Exposure Indices” (TLV), latest edition.’
This includes the atmosphere within the truck cab
when a cab is provided.
4.11.3 Questions concerning degree of concentra-
tion and methods of sampling to ascertain the condi-
tions should be referred to a qualified person.
4.12 Sound
4.12.1 Powered industrial crane trucks can con-
tribute to theambient sound in the work area. Consid-
eration should be given to the sound exposureof
personnel in the work area.
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4.13 Warning Device
4.13.1 Every truck shall be equipped with an
operator-controlled horn, whistle, gong, or other
sound-producing device(s).
4.13.2The user shall determine operating
if condi-
tions require the truckto be equipped withadditional
sound-producing or visual (such as lightsor blinkers)
devices, and be responsible for providing and main-
taining such devices.
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4.14 Relocating Industrial Crane Trucks
4.14.1 When utilizing lifting equipment such as
elevators, cranes, ship hoisting gear, etc., to relocate
an industrial crane truck, the user shallassure that the
capacity of the hoisting equipment being used is not
exceeded.
4.15 Operator Qualifications
4.15.1 Only trained and authorized operators shall
be permitted to operate an industrial crane truck.
Operators of industrial crane trucks shall be qualified
as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to
operate the equipment safelyin accordance withpara.
4.16 and all other applicable parts of Section 4.
4.16 Operator Training
4.1 6The.1 user shall assure that operators under-
stand that safeoperation is the operator’s responsibil-
ity. The user shall also assure that operators are
knowledgeable of, and. observe, the safety rules and
practices in paras. 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, and 5.5.
4.16.2 An effective operator training program
should centeraround user company’s policies,
operat-
ing conditions, and trucks. The program should be
presented completely to all new operators and not
condensed for those claiming previous experience.
4.16.3 Information on operator training is availa-
ble from several sources, including
truck manufactur-
ers.
4.16.4An operator training program should con-
sist of the following:
(a) careful selection of the operator, considering
physical qualifications, job attitude, and aptitude;
(b) emphasis on safety of stock, equipment, opera-
tor, and other personnel. Citing of rulesand why they
were formulated;
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(c) basic fundamentalsof truckand component de-
sign as related to safety, e.g., in.-lb. (N.m) loading,
mechanical limitations, center of gravity, stability,
etc.;
(d)introduction to equipment, control locations
and functions. Explain how they workwhenused
properly and problems when usedimproperly;
(e) supervised practice on an operating course re-
mote from normalactivity designed to simulate actual
plant operations;
cf) oral, written, and operationalperformance tests
and evaluations during, and at completion of, the
course;
(g) refresher courses, which may be condensed ver-
sions of the primary course, and periodic, “on-the-
job” operator evaluation;
(h) understanding of nameplate data, operator in-
structions, andwarning information appearing on the
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5 OPERATING SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
5.1 OperatorResponsibility
5.1 .I Safe operation is the responsibility of the
0 operator.
5.1.2 This equipment can be dangerous if not used
properly. The operator shall develop safe working
habits and also be aware of hazardous conditions in
order to protect himself, other personnel, the truck,
and other material.
5.1.3 The operatorshall be familiar with the opera-
tion and function of all controls and instruments
before undertaking to operate the truck.
5.1.4 Before operating any truck, truck operators
shall have read and be familiar with the operator’s
manual for the particular truck being operated, and
they shall also abide by the safety rules and practices in
paras. 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, and 5.5.
5.2 General
5.2.1 Before starting to operate the truck:
(a) be in operating position;
(b) place directional controls in neutral;
(c) disengageclutch on manual transmission-
equipped trucks, or apply brake on power shift or
automatic transmission-equipped trucks and electric
trucks;
(d)start engine or turn switch of electric truck to
ON position.
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5.2.2 Do not start or operate the truckany of
orits
functions from any place other than from thedesig-
nated operator’s position.
5.2.3 Keep hands and feet inside the operator’s
designated area or compartment. Do not put any part
of the body outside the operator compartmentof the
truck.
5.2.4 Understand truck limitations and operate the
truck in a safe manner so as not to cause injury to
personnel.
5.2.4.1 Safeguard pedestrians at all times. Do
not drive a truck upto anyone standing in front of an
object. Exercise particular care at cross aisles, door-
ways, and otherlocations where pedestrians may step
into the pathof travel of the truck.
5.2.5 Do not allow anyone to stand or pass under
the crane of any truck, whether empty or loaded.
5.2.6 Do not permit passengers to ride on indus-
trial crane trucks unless a safeplace to ride has been
provided by the manufacturer.
5.2.7 An industrial crane truck is attended when
the operatoris less than 25 ft (7.6 m) from the truck,
which remains in his view.
5.2.8 An industrial crane truck is unattended when
the operatoris more than25 f t (7.6 m) from the truck,
which remains in his view, or whenever the operator
leaves the truck and itis not in his view.
5.2-9 Before leaving the operator’sposition:
(a) bring truck to a complete stop;
(b) place directional controls in neutral;
(c) apply the parking brake.
In addition, when leavingthe truck unattended,
(6)stop the engine or turn off the controls;
(e) if the truckmust be left on an incline, blockthe
wheels;
cf) manual transmission should be placedin lowest
gear.
5.2.1 O Maintain a safe distance from the edge of
ramps, platforms, and othersimilar working surfaces.
5.2.1 Care
1 shall be taken notto contact overhead
installations suchas lights, wiring, pipes, sprinkler
systems, etc.
5.2.1 2 An overhead guard shall be used on all
industrial crane trucks as protection against falling
objects, unless all ofthe following conditions are met:
(a) vertical movement of the lifting mechanism re- .
stricts lifting load more than 72 in. (1800 mm) from
the ground;
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(b) the truckwill beoperated only in an areawhere:
( I ) the bottomof the toptiered load is not higher
than 72 in. (1800 mm), and the top is not more than
120 in. (3000 mm) from the groundwhen tiered;
(2) only stable, and preferably interlocked, un-
itized, or containerized, loads are handled;
(3) there is protectionagainstfallingobjects
from adjacent,high stack areas. An overhead guard is
intended to offer protection from falling objects but
cannotprotectagainst every possibleimpact. It
should not be considered a substitute forgood judg-
ment and care in load handling.
5.2.13 In areas classified as hazardous, use only
trucks approved foruse in those areas.
5.2.14 Report all accidents involving personnel,
building structures, and equipment to the supervisor
or as directed.
5.2.1 5 Do not add to,or modify, the truck.
5.2.16 Do not block access to fire aisles, stairways,
and fire equipment.
5.3 Traveling
5.3.1 Observe all traffic regulations, including au-
thorized plant speed limits. Under normal trafficcon-
ditions, keep to the right. Maintain a safe distance,
based on speed of travel, from the truck ahead;and
keep the truck under control at all times.
5.3.2 Yield the right ofway
to pedestrians and
emergency vehicles such as ambulances andfire
trucks.
5.3.3 Do not pass another truck traveling in the
same direction at intersections, blind spots, orat other
dangerous locations.
5.3.4 Slow down and sound the audible warning
device@)at cross aisles and other locations where vi-
sion is obstructed.
5.3.5 Cross railroad tracks at an angle wherever
possible. Do not parkcloser than 6 ft (1800 mm) to the
nearest rail of a railroad track.
5.3.6 Keep a clear view ofthe pathof travel and ob-
serve for other traffic,
personnel, and safe clearances.
5.3.7 If the load being carried obstructs forward
view, travel with the load trailing.
5.3.8 Ascend or descend grades slowly, and with
caution.
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5.3.8.1 When ascendingor descending grades in
excess of 5 % , loaded industrial cranetrucks shall be
driven with the load upgrade.
5.3.8.2 Avoid turning, if possible, and use ex-
treme caution on grades, ramps, or inclines; normally
travel straight upand down.
5.3.9 Under all travel conditions, operate the truck
at aspeed that will permit it tobe brought to astop in a
safe manner.
5.3.10 Make starts, stops, turns, or direction re-
versals in a smooth manner,
5.3.1 1 Do not indulge in stunt driving or horse-
play *
5.3.12 Slow down for wet and slippery floors.
5.3.13 Before driving over a dockboard or bridge
plate, be sure that is is properly secured. Drive care-
fully and slowly across the dockboard or bridge plate,
and never exceed its rated capacity.
5.3.14 Do not drive trucks ontoany elevator unless
specifically authorized to do so. Approach elevators
slowly, and thenenter squarelyafter theelevator car is
properly leveled. Onceon theelevator, neutralize the
controls, shutoff power, and set brakes. Itis advisa-
ble that all other personnel leave the elevator before
truck is allowed to enter or leave.
5.3.15 Avoid running over loose objects on the
roadway surface.
5.3.16 When negotiating turns, reduce speed to a
safe level, and turn hand steering wheel in a smooth,
sweeping motion. Except when maneuveringat avery
low speed, turn the hand steering wheel at a moderate,
even rate.
5.4 Loading
5.4.1 Handle only stable or safely arranged loads.
Handle only loads within the capacityof the truck.
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5.4.2 The handling of suspended loads by means of
a crane arm (boom) or other device can introduce dy-
namic forces affecting the stability of a truck thatare
not considered in the stability criteria of para. 7.5.
Grades and sudden starts, stops, and turnscan cause
the load toswing and create a hazard.
5.4.2.1 When handling suspended loads:
(a) do not exceed the truck manufacturers' capac-
ity of the trucks as equipped for handling suspended
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0 (b) only lifttheload
horizontally;
vertically and never dragit
(c) transport the loadwith the bottom of the load
and the boom as low as possible;
(6)with load elevated, maneuver the truck slowly
and cautiously, and only to the extent necessary to
permit lowering to the transport position;
(e) use guy lines to restrain load swing whenever
possible.
5.5 Operator Care of the Truck
5.5.1 At thebeginning of each shift and before op-
erating the truck, check its condition, giving special
attention to:
(a) tires and inflation pressure of pneumatic tires
(b) warning devices
(c) lights
(6)battery
(e) controller
U, lift and slew systems, load-engaging means,
chains, cables, and limit switches
(S) brakes
(h) steering mechanism
O (i) fuel system(s)
5.5.1.1 If the truckis found tobe in need of re-
pair or in any way unsafe or contributes to an unsafe
condition, the matter shallbe reported immediately to
the user's designated authority, and the truckshall not
be operated untilit has been restored to safeoperating
condition.
5.5.2 If during operation the truckbecomes unsafe
in any way, the matter shall be reported immediately
to the user's designated authority, and the truckshall
not be operated untilit has beenrestored to safe oper-
ating condition.
5.5.3 Do not make repairs or adjustments unless
specifically authorized to do so.
5.5.4The engine shall be stopped, andtheopgator
shall not be on the
truck whilerefueling. - connector.
5.5.5 Spillage of oil or fuel shall be carefully and
completely absorbed orevaporated and fuel tankcap
replaced before restarting engine.
5.5.6 Do notuseopenflames when checking
electrolyte level in storagebatteries, liquid level in
0 fuel tanks,orthecondition
connectors.
of LPG fuel lines and
brake
apply
equipped
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6 MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
6.1 General
Industrial crane trucks may become hazardous
if maintenance is neglected. Therefore, maintenance
facilities,trainedpersonnel,andproceduresshall
be provided. Suchfacilities may be on or off the
premises.
6.2 Specifications
Maintenance and inspection of all industrial crane
trucks shall be performed in conformance with the
manufacturers' and users' recommendations and the
following practices:
(a) a scheduled planned maintenance, lubrication,
and inspection system shall be followed;
(6) only trained and authorized personnel shall be
permitted to maintain,repair,adjust,and inspect
industrial trucks, andin accordance with manufactur-
er's specifications.
6.2.1 Before starting inspection and repair of
truck:
(a) raise drive wheels free of floor or disconnect
battery, and use chocks or other positive truck-
positioning devices;
(b) block and lower load-engaging means before
working on them;
(c) before disconnecting anypart of the engine fuel
system of gasoline powered trucks with gravity feed
fuel systems, take precaution to eliminate any possi-
bility of unintentional fuel escape;
(d)before disconnectingany part of the engine fuel
system of LP gas powered trucks, close LP tank valve
and run engine until fuel in system is depleted and
engine stops;
(e) disconnect battery before working on the elec-
trical system;
U, the charger connector shall be plugged only
into the battery connector and never into the truck
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6.2.2 Operation of the truckto check performance
shall be conducted in an authorized area where safe
clearance exists.
6.2.2.1 Before starting to operatethetruck:
(a) be in operatingposition;
(b) disengageclutch onmanualtransmission-
or trucks, on power
or shift
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automatic transmission-equipped trucks and electric
trucks;
(c) place directional controls in neutral;
(6)start engine or turn switch of electrictrucks to
the ON position;
(e) check functioning of lift and swingmecha-
nisms, load engagingmeans,steering,warningde-
vices, and brakes.
6.2.2.2 Before leaving the truck:
(a) stop truck;
(b) a manual transmission should be placed in low-
est gear;
(c) place directional controls in neutral;
(d) apply the parking brake;
(e) stop the engine or turn off power;
u> turn off the control or ignition circuit;
(g) if the truck must be left on anincline, blockthe
wheels.
6.2.3 Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection
equipment present in the work area. Do not use an
open flame to check for level or leakage of fuel, bat-
tery electrolyte, or coolant. Do not use open pans of
fuel or flammable cleaning fluids for cleaning parts.
6.2.4 Properly ventilate work area, vent exhaust
fumes, and keep shop clean and dry.
6.2.5 Handle LP gas cylinders withcare. Physical
damage suchas dents, scrapes, or gouges may danger-
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6.2.6 Brakes, steering mechanisms, control mecha-
nisms, warning devices, lights, governors, lift over-
load devices, guards and safety devices,lift and swing
mechanisms, articulating axlestops, and framemem-
bers shall be carefully and regularly inspected and
maintained in a safe operating condition.
6.2.7 Special trucks or devices designed and ap-
proved for hazardous area operation shall receive spe-
cial attention to ensure that maintenance preservesthe
original, approved safe operating features.
6.2.8 Fuel systems shall be checked for leaks and
condition of parts. Extra special consideration shall
be givenin the case ofa leak in the fuel system. Action
shall betaken to prevent the use of the truck until the
leak has been corrected.
6.2.9 All hydraulic systems shall be regularly in-
spected and maintained in conformance with good
practice.Cylinders,valves, and other similar parts
shall be checkedto assure that drift or leakage hasnot
developed to the extent that itwould create a hazard.
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6.2.1O The crane truck manufacturer’s capacity,
operation, and maintenance instruction plates, tags,
or decals shall be maintained in legible condition.
6.2.1 1 Batteries,motors,controllers,limit
switches, protective devices, electrical conductors,
and connections shallbe inspected and maintained in
conformance with good practice.Special attention
shall be paidto the condition of electrical insulation.
6.2.12 To avoid injury to personnel or damage to
the equipment, follow the connector manufacturer’s
procedures when replacing the contacts in any battery
connector.
6.2.13 Trucks shall be kept in a clean condition to
minimize fire hazards and facilitate detection of loose
or defective parts.
6.2.14 Modifications and additions that affect ca-
pacity and safetruck operation shall not be performed
without manufacturer’s prior written approval. Ca-
pacity, operation, and maintenance instruction
plates, tags, or decals shall be changed accordingly.
6.2.15 Care shall bè taken to assure that all re-
placement parts, including tires, are interchangeable
with the original parts and of a quality at least equal
to that provided in the originalequipment. Parts,
including tires, are to be installed per manufacturers’
procedures.
6.2.16 When removing tires, follow industry
safety practices. Most important, deflate pneumatic
tires completelyprior to removal. Following assembly
of tires on multipiece rims, use a safety cage or re-
straining device while inflating.
6.2.17 When changing batteries on battery-electric
trucks, replacement batteries shall be of the service
weight that falls within the minimum/maximum
range specified on the truck nameplate by the truck
manfacturer.
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7 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
7.1 Introduction
Part III sets forth safety standards for the design
and construction of powered industrial crane trucks at
the time of manufacture.
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7.2 OperatingInstructions
The manufacturer shall provide instructions cover-
ing the operationof the specific type of truck.
7.3 Rated Capacity
7.3.1 The rated capacity shall be established by the
manufacturer with a load expressed in pounds (kilo-
grams) at a specified distance from afixed point on the
crane, or at aspecified radius, expressed in feet (me-
ters) which a given crane can transport and lift verti-
cally to a specified elevation of the load engaging
means, based on the strength of various components
of the crane, and on para.7.5 of this Standard.
7.3.2 Alternate capacities may be established at
other distances or radii.
7.3.3 For noncounterbalanced industrial crane
trucks, capacity shall be for conditions when stabli-
‘Zers are in use, as well as without stabilizers.
7.4 Nameplates and Markings (See Para. 7.3)
7.4.1 The manufacturer shall stamp or otherwise
permanently affix the serial number to the frame of
truck.
the
7.4.2 On every truck the manufacturer shallinstall
a durable, corrosion resistant nameplate(s), legibly
inscribed with the following information:
(a) truck model and truck serial number;
(b) approximate weight of truck;
(c) designation of compliance with the mandatory
requirements of this Standard, applicable to the
manufacturer;
(d)type designation to show conformance with the
requirements, such as those prescribed byünderwrit-
ers Laboratories, Inc.
7.4.3 Markings authorized by the appropriate
nationally recognized testing laboratory shall be
installed on approved trucks.
7.4.4 The rated capacity and distance or radius at
which the capacity load shall be safely lifted shall be
stated.
7.4.5 For counterbalanced swing boom industrial
crane trucks, a chart or table be located
shall in view of
the operator inhis operating position, with boom radii
from minimum to maximum furnished with corre-
sponding capacity and alternatecapacities. Boom ra-
dii shall be at intervals not exceeding 2 ft (600 mm), or
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10% of the boom length measured from thecenter of
rotation to boom head,whichever is greater.
7.4.6 For noncounterbalanced swing boom indus-
trial crane trucks, a chart or table as in para. 7.4.5
shall be furnished for each ofthe conditions,with sta-
bilizers set and without stabilizers.
7.4.7 For counterbalanced nonswing boom indus-
trial crane trucks, a chart or tableshall be located in
view of the operatorin his operating position, listing
capacity and alternate capacities from minimum to
maximum distances of the boomhead to afixed point
on the crane.The capacity listings shall be at intervals
not exceeding 2 ft (600 mm), or 10% of the boom
length measured from the fixed point to the boom
head, whichever is greater.
7.4.8 On electric industrial cranetrucks the name-
prate shall also show:
(a) truck weight without battery;
(6) minimum and maximum service weightsof the
battery to be used;
(c) nominal voltage for which truck is arranged;
(d)when required, maximum rated ampere hour
capacity for which truck is equipped.
(e) Identification of Battery. Identifying letters of
batteries are E, EE, EO, and EX, defined as follows:
( I ) E - a battery assembled as a unit with a
cover, and in conformance with UL 583, for use in
type E or ES trucks that do not have a covered battery
compartment;
(2) EE - a battery assembled as a unit, and in
conformance with UL 583, with a cover that can be
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locked for use in type EE trucks that do nothave an
enclosed battery compartmentwith locking means;
(3) EO - a batteryassembled asa unit without a
cover, and in conformance with UL 583, for use in
type E trucks with a covered battery compartment,in
type ES trucks with an enclosed battery compartment,
or in type EE trucks with an enclosed battery compart-
ment with locking means;
(4) EX - a battery assembled as a unit, and in
conformance with UL 583, with a cover that can be
locked for use in type EX trucks that do not have a
battery compartmentwith locking means.
7.4.9 For trucksdesignated type EX, the class and
group of hazardous locations in which they are in-
tended to be used shall be shown on the truck.
7.4.10 The nameplates for batteries installed in
electric trucks shall show:
(a) manufacturer’s name
(b) model
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(c) battery type identification - E, EO, EE, orEX
(6) nominal voltage
(e) ampere hour capacity
u> class and group identification of hazardous
locations in which a type EX battery can be used
7.4.1O. 1 Batteries for use in electrictrucks shall
have the batteryweight legiblystamped on the battery
tray near the lifting means as follows:
SERVICE WEIGHT LB
KG
7.5 Stability
7.5.1 The ratedcapacity load with a boomof speci-
fied length at specified workingdistances or radii shall
not exceed 85Vo of the load that will produce tipping,
with the boom in the least stable direction.
7.5.2 Loads thatcause tipping shall be applied un-
der static test conditions only, without thedynamic ef-
fect of hoisting, lowering, or swinging. The weight of
auxiliary handling devices used as slings and attach-
ments shall be considered part of the load.
7.5.3 For swing boom industrial crane trucks em-
ploying a swinging counterweight, with the boom in
the least stable position unloaded, the weight on the
tires on the side opposite the counterweight shall be
not less than 25% of the unloaded weight ofthe crane.
7.6 SteeringArrangements
7.6.1 Stand uprider trucks employing a horizontal
lever (vertical motion) or pump handle steering con-
trol shall steer as follows.
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7.6.1 . I The handle shall be mounted in such
manner that the operatorwill steer with hisleft hand
when facing the load end of the truck. An upward
movement ofthe handle from the horizontal position
shall steer the truck to the operator's right when mov-
ing with load end leading.
7.6.2 Stand uprider trucks employing a horizontal
lever (horizontal motion) or tiller bar steering control
shall steer as follows.
7.6.2.1 The handle shall be mounted in such a
manner that the operatorwill steer with hisleft hand
when facing the load end of the truck. Movement of
the handle clockwise shall steer the truckto the opera-
tor's right when moving withthe load end leading. -
7.6.3 Trucks employing a handwheel with the op-
erator facing the loadend shall steer such that clock-
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the operator's right when the truck is moving with
load end leading.
7.6.4 Trucks employing a handwheel, with the
operator facing the load end where steering must be
accomplished with one hand, shall steer as follows.
7.6.4.1 The handwheelshall belocated to permit
convenient operation with the left hand. Clockwise
rotation of the handwheel shall steer the truck to the
operator's right when the truck is moving with the
load end leading. (This is termed directional forward
steer.)
7.6.4.2 Exception: In thepast,considerable
numbers of standup endcontrol rider trucks employ-
ing a horizontal (vertical axis) handwheel have been
built with directional reverse steer(Le. , a control that
causes a truckto turn to the operator's right on clock-
wise rotation of the steering handwheel whenthe oper-
ator is facing away from the load).For consistency of
truck steering in a plant, directional reverse steer is
permissible for this type of truck.
7.6.5 Trucks employing a handwheel with the
operator facing at a right angle to the normalline of
travel shall steer suchthat when the truckis traveling
with load end trailing, clockwise rotation of the hand-
wheel shall steer the truck clockwise.
7.7 SteeringRequirements
7.7.1 All steering controls shall be confined within
the plan view outline of the truck orguarded against
injury to the operator during movement of the con-
trols when passing obstacles such as walls, columns,
and racks.
7.7.2 Where steering must be accomplished with
one hand and steering
a handwheel is used, a steering
knob@) or equivalent shall be used to promote safe
and effective operation. The steering handwheel and
knob configurationshall be of a design that will mini-
mize the hazard from aspinning handwheel due to a
road reaction feedback, or the steering mechanism
shall be of a type that prevents road reactions from
causing the steering handwheel to spin. A steering
knob(s) shall be within the periphery of the steering
handwheel.
7.7.3 Where steering can be accomplished with ei-
ther hand, and steering
the mechanism is ofa type that
prevents road reactions from causing the handwheel
to spin (power steering or equivalent), steering knobs
may be used. When used, a steering knob shallbe of a
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0 type that is engaged

by the operator's hand from the
top, and shall be within the periphery of the steering
S
50
4
handwheel. i
U
F
m
Ò 25
m
7.8 Service Brake System Performance for Indus- U
E
trial Crane Trucks d
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7.8.1 A service brake system that meets the n

F
performance requirements of this Section shall be
provided. 8 O 2 4 6 10
Maximum truck speed, V
7.8.2 The service brake system performance shall
be measured by one of two methods, the Drawbar
Drag Method (seepara. 7.8.5.1) or theStopping Dis-
tance Method (see para. 7.8.5.2). FIG. 1 SERVICE BRAKE
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
7.8.3 Brake Control Force Limits
7.8.3.1 For pedals having a downward move-
ment to apply the brakes, the required brake perform-
(c) final road speed - zero (stop);
ance shall be attained with a pedal force of not more
(d)deceleration rate - maximum without sliding
than 150 lb (675 N).
tires or lifting steer tires;
7.8.3.2 For brake pedalshaving an upward (e) alternate - forward stop then reverse stop;

movement to apply brakes, the required brake per-
formance shall be attained with the pedal fully re-
leased; however, the brake linkage shall be such that
0 the pedalwillbefullydepressed and the brakesre-
leased by a force of not more than 65 lb (290 N).
7.8.3.3. For handgrip (squeeze) operated
brakes, the force shall be limited to a maximum of50
lb (225 N).
7.8.3.4 Other types of brake actuation, incIud-
ing those applied to position of the steering tongue,
may be used.
7.8.4 Test Conditions
7.8.4.1 Road surface shall be level clean
asphalt,
brushed concrete, or equivalent, and of adequate
length to permit safe conduct of the test. When using
the stopping distancetest procedure, it shall also beof
sufficient length to permit stabilized travel speed of
the truck before application of the brakes.
7.8.4.2 Truck shall be loaded to the maximum
permitted by the manufacturer. Power boost system,
if supplied, shall be operating. Travel controls, in-
cluding the transmission, shall be in neutral and all
brake systems disengaged.
7.8.4.3 Burnishingof brakesprior to test is
optional. The followingis a suggestedprocedure:
(a) load - 50% of truck rated capacity;
(b) initial road speed - maximum or 15 mph ( 2 A
0 km/h), whichever
less;is
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u> rest - 30 min. after each 50 stops. This is to be
used asa guide; if smoke is evident,the rest time may
be increased and the number of stops between rests
decreased.
7.8.5 Test Methods
7.8.5.1 Drawbar Drag Method
(a) measure drawbar drag in forward and reverse
direction while pulling at no more than 1 mph (1.6
km/h) in bothdirections;
(b) the drawbar shall be horizontal and attached at
the standard coupler height but not more than36 in.
(900 mm) above the road surface;
(c) the service brake system shall enable
the truck to
develop a drawbar drag at least equal to a percent of
the loaded truck weight as follows (see Fig. 1):
D = 3V(mph)
D = 1.86V1 (km/h)
but not required to exceed 25%
D = drawbar drag as a percent of loaded truck
weight
V = travelspeedof the loaded truck, mph
V, = travelspeedof the loaded truck, km/h
7.8.5.2 Stopping Distance Method. Determine
that the brakes
will the
stop loaded truck within the

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required distance, measured from the point of brake 7.1O Travel Direction Control(s) Marking
application, calculated from the following formulas:
Forward and reverse direction control(s) shall be
clearly and durably identified on the control or in
3 .34v2 0.394~~' close proximity.
S= - or sl= -
D D

where 7.11 Travel Controls - Electric Trucks, Sit Down

=
S approximate theoretical stopping distance, ft Rider
v = speed, mph 7.11 .I Travel control(s) shall be so arranged that
D = drawbar drag as a percent of loaded truck the truck will not move unless control(s) has been
weight (from Fig. 1) actuated for both direction and speed.
s1 = approximate theoretical stopping distance, m
v1 = velocity, km/h
7.1 1Means
.2 shall be provided to disconnect the
travel circuit automatically whenthe operator leaves
the operating position.
7.8.6Strength
7.1 1.3 A manually operated switch (may be
7.8.6.1 For trucks having a downward move- key type) to disconnect all control circuits shall be
ment of brake pedal to apply the service brake(&
provided.
the system shall be capable of withstanding a brake
pedal force of 300 lb (1335 N) without failure of any 7.1I .4 Servicebrakes, if foot operated, shall be en-
component. ergized by downward motion of a pedal located for
right foot operation.
7.8.6.2For trucks havingan upward movement
of the brakepedal to apply the service brake(s),a force 7.1 1.5 The accelerator, if foot operated, shall in-
of 200% of the maximum possible setting the of spring crease speed by downwardmotion of a pedal located
shall not cause failure of any component. for right foot operation.
7.8.6.3For trucks having hand grip (squeeze) 7.1 1If.6a single pedal controls both acceleration
operated brake@),the system shall be capableof with- and braking, downward motion of the pedal shallin-
standing a force of 160 lb (715 N) at the midpoint of crease speed, releasing the pedal shall apply brakes,
the brake handle. and the pedal shallbe located for right foot operation.
7.1 1.7 Means readily accessibleto the operator in
the normal operating position shall be provided to
shut off all power to the truck.

7.9 Parking BrakeSystem Performance for Indus-

trial Crane Trucks 7.12 Travel Controls - Electric Trucks, Stand Up
Rider
7.9.1 A parking brake (or mechanism) which may
be a part of ,or include, the service brake, shall bepro- 7.12.1Means shall be provided so that the travel
vided and capable of holding the truck on the maxi- circuit can be activated only by resetting the speed
mum grade that the truck can climb with rated and/or directional control(s) when the operator as-.
capacity load. sumes the operating position.
7.9.2The parking brake system shall be capable of 7.12.2 Means shall be providedto disconnect the
maintaining the specified performance requirement travel circuit automatically when the operator leaves
despite any contraction of the brake parts, exhaustion the operating position.
of the source of energy, or leakage of any kind.
7.12.3 A manually operated switch (may be
7.9.3 The parking brake system shall be operable key type) to disconnect all control circuits shall be
from, or automatically applied by leaving,
the normal provided.
operating position.
7.12.4Service brakes may be
actuated by eitheran
7.9.4 Brakes may be burnishedprior to test. upward or downward motion.
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0 7.12.5 Meansreadilyaccessible to theoperator in
the normal operating position shall be provided to
shut off all power to the truck.
7-13 Travel Controls - InternalCombustion Pow-
ered Industrial Trucks, Sit Down Rider
7.13.1 Travel controls shall be so arranged that
power will be applied to the wheels only when the
transmission or direction controlhas been actuated.
A positive neutral position or control should be
provided.
7.13.2 Engine speed should be no greater than low
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idle unless the acceleration control has beenintention-
ally actuated.
7.13.3 A manually operated engine shutoff device
(may be key type) shall beprovided.
7.13.4 Service brakes, if foot operated,shallbeap-
plied by downward motion of apedallocated forright
foot operation.
7.13.5 Clutch pedal, if used, shall disengage the
clutch by downward motion, andshall be located for
0 left foot
operation.
7.13.6 If a combination clutch and service brake
pedal is used, the initial downward movement shall
disengage the clutch and the final downward move-
ment shall apply theservice brakes.
7.13.7 The accelerator, if foot operated, shall in-
crease speed by downward motion of a pedal located
for right foot operation.
7.13.8 If a combinationpedal controls bothaccel-
eration and service brakes, downward motion of the
brake portionshall apply the servicebrakes. The com-
bination pedal shall be located for right foot operation
or may be a double width pedaI for operationby either
foot,
7.13.9 The engine starting mechanism shall not be
operable if the operationwill produce rotation of the
drive wheels.
7,14 Travel Controls - Internal Combustion Pow-
ered Industrial Trucks, Stand Up Rider
7.14.1 Travel controls shall be so arranged that
power will be applied to the wheels only when the
0 transmission or direction control has been actuated.
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7-14.2 The accelerator,~iffoot operated, shallin-
crease speed by downwardmotion of a pedal located
for right foot operation.
7.14.3 A manually operated engine shutoff device
(may be key type)shall be provided.
7.14.4 Service brakes may be actuated by either an
upward or downward motion.
7.14.5 The engine starting mechanism~shallnot be
operable if the-operation will produce rotation of the
drive wheels.
7.15 Load Handling Controls (See Table 1)
7.1 5.1 Load handling controls:
(a) should preferably be located for right-hand
operation;
(6) shall beself-centering;
(c) shall be clearly and durably identified on the
control or in close proximity to indicate function(s)
and direction of motion of load or equipment,
7.15.2 A single levermaybe used to performmore
than one function.
7.1 5.3 The upper surface of a rotary control
device
should move in the samesense ofdirection as a lever.
7.15.4 Special controls (such asfor preselective or
automatic devices) should preferably be identified and
preferably be in accordance with the above recom-
mendations.
7.1 5.5 For load handling symbols, see ANSI
MH11.3.
7.15-6 Lever or handle type controls (including
toggle switches) should be arranged preferably in
sequence of location and direction, according to
Table 1.
7.15.7 Where the operation of lifting, lowering,
tilting, and/or auxiliary device is controlled by a pair
of push buttons, they shall operateinthesamesense as
described in para. 7.15.6. For .example, actuation of
the button that is located to the rear(relativeto thëop-
erator's position) should serve the same function as
motion of a controllever to the rear.
7.~16HoistingRope
Hoisting ropes for the loadblock and, where used,
for theboom, shall have a factor ofsafety of not less
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TABLE 1 DIRECTION OF MOTION

Function Listed Direction of Motion Predominant Motion of the Operator's Hand

in Sequence of Load or When Actuating the Control Handle
of Location Equipment While Facing the Load

Hook hoist

Boom hoist
I up
UP
Down
Rearward or up

Rearward or up
Forward or down

Down Forward or down

Slew (swing) Right Rearward or up

Left Forward or down

Boom extension/retraction Retract

Extend I Rearward or up
Forward or down

than that indicated below, based on the minimum 7.21 Guards for Moving Parts
breaking strength of the rope multiplied by the effi-
The operator, in the normal operating position,
ciency of the rope attachment to the load block or
shall be protected from moving parts that represent a
boom.
hazard.
Factor of Safetv

When traveling with load suspended on hook: 4 7.22 Overtravel Limits

With truck static
and stabilizer set: 3.5
Provision shall be made to prevent travel of me-
chanical systems such as hoists, swing, etc., beyond
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7.17 HoistingDrum that intended by design.

The hoisting drum(s) shall have a minimum rope
pitch diameter of 14 times the diameter of the wire
rope that is spooled on the drum.
7.18 Sheaves
Sheavesoverwhichhoistingrope(s)passesshall
have a minimum rope pitch diameter of 14 times the
diameter ofthe wire rope that is spooledon the drum.
7.19 Hoisting Hook
The hoisting hook shall be equipped with a self-
actuating safety latch that must be manually disen-
gaged to remove the load.
7.20 Guards for Wheels
Guards or other means shall be provided to protect
the operator, in the normal operating position, from
particles thrown by the tire or wheels.
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7 . 2 3 Overhead Guard for Operator
7.23.1 An operator's overhead guard that meets
the requirements of this section shall be provided.
7.23.1.IThe overhead guard and its mounting
shall be capable of withstanding the impact of a 100lb
(45 kg) hardwood covered cube (or equivalent) under
the conditions specified in para. 7.23.2.2.
7.23.1.2 The overhead guard and its mounting
shall be capable of withstanding an impact test as
specified in Table 2. Details of conducting the test and
measuring the deformation are covered in para.
7.23.2.3.
7.23.1.3 Openings in the top of the overhead
guard shall not exceed 6 in. (150 mm) in one of the two
dimensions, width or length.
7.23.1.4 The overhead guard shall be large
enough to extend overthe operator in his normal oper-
ating position during truck operation. It shall not
extend beyond the plan view outline of the truck.

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O TABLE 2 OVERHEAD GUARD IMPACT TEST LOADS

Crane Truck Capacity Impact Test Energy Minimum Weight

(Max. Load Weights) [Note (111 of Test Load

ft-lb lb lb
-
3,000lb and under 4,000 750
3,001 lb to 5,000lb 8,000 1,500
5,001 lb to 8,000lb 16,000 3,000
8,001 lb to 14,000lb 24,000 3,000
14,001 lb to 25,000 lb 32,000 3,000
25.001 lb and over 36,000 3,000

kg J kg
1 360 kg and under 5 400 340
1 361 kg to 2 270 kg 800
680 10
2 271 kg to 3 630 kg 21 760 1 360
3 631 kg to 6 350 kg 640 32 1 360
6 351 kg to 1 1 300 kg 520 43 1 360
1 1 301 kg and over 48 960 1 360

NOTE:
energy, ft-lb
(1 1 Drop distance, ft =
actual weight of test load, lb

energy, J
Drop distance, m =
9.8 X actual weight of test load, kg

7.23.1.5 For sit down rider trucks a vertical
clearance of at least 39 in. (990 mm) should be main-
tained from thepoint of maximum depression ofthe
seat under the operator to the underside of the sectiontest. impact drop
of the guard under which the operator's head is lo-
cated in his normal position during truck operation.
7.23.1.6 For stand up trucks, a vertical clear-
ance ofat least 74 in. (1880 mm) should be maintained
from the platform where the operator stands to the
underside of the section of the guardunder which the
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(b) Ïf the 100lb (45kg) hardwood covered cube (or
equivalent) drop test is conducted first, thesameover-
head guard and mounting can be usedto conduct the
,
7.23.2.2 Cube Drop Test - 100 lb (45 kg)
(a) The 100lb (45kg) test cubeshall be covered with
hardwood (or equivalent) and measure approximately
1 ft (300 mm) on a side;
(b) The test cube shall be dropped in free fall
verti-
cally at random on the overhead guard and thecenter

operator's head is located in his normal position dur- of the cubeshall strike within a 24 in. (600 mm) diame-
ing truck operation. ter circle centered above the operator'sseat or opera-
7.23.1.7 When requested bythe user, the manu- tor's standing position;
(c) The test cube shall be positioned to dropin free
facturem may reduce the normal overhead guard
height and the vertical clearance for the operator's fall with a flat surface approximately parallel to the
head under the guardto permit truck operationby the top of the overhead guard, and not strike oncorner
a
user with a guard in areas where overhead obstruc- or edge of the cube;
tions limit the overall lowered height of the truck. (d)The test cube shall be dropped as described, a
distance of 5 f t (1500 mm) ten times, without fracture
7.23.2 Test Procedures ~pàrE"S3päration;
(no however, evidence
of minor
7.23.2.1 General cracks
permissible)
is and without permanent defor-
(a) Tests shall be conducted with the overhead mation exceeding 0.75in. (18 mm) basedon the origi-

a guard in place on a truck for

simulated mounting may be used.
which it is designed, or a nal head clearance provided by the guard [see Fig. 2,
sketch (a)].
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(a) Overhead Guard Cube Drop (b) Overhead Guard Impact

Test Deformation Limit Test Method

10 in. min. c

Down (c) Sit . -- (d) Stand Up

FIG. 2 OVERHEAD GUARD IMPACTDEFORMATION LIMIT

l'

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7.23.2.3 Impact Drop Test

(a) Thetest loadshall becomposed of 2 x 4 normal
construction grade lumber 12 f t (3600 mm) long and
7.24 Warning Device
7.24,'IEvery truck shallbe equipped with an oper-
ator controlled horn, whistle, gong, or other sound
not to exceed 40 in. (1000 mm) in width. The 2 X 4s
producing device(s).
should be placed withthe 4 in. (100 mm) nominal di-
mension of the cross section horizontal. The lumber 7.24.2 In addition, other devices (visibleor audi-
shall be bound together with at least three metal ble) suitable for the intended area of use may be
bands, oneapproximately in thecenter, and theothers installed when requested by the user.
not further than 3 ft (900 mm) from each end [see Fig.
2, sketch (b)]. A test load of differentdimensionsand/
or materials may be used, provided it results in a test 7.25 Pedal and Platform Surfaces
not less severethan that described. Control pedals and control platforms stood on, or
(b) The test load shallbe dropped in free fall from engaged, bythe operator'sfeet shall have slipresistant
an approximate horizontal position and from height
a
surfaces.
to develop the required impact in ft-lb (J), specified in
Table 2.
(c) The test load shall be centered above theover-
7.26 Operator Platforms
head guard with the 12 f t (3600 mm) length at right an-
gles to the longitudinal center lineof the truck, the 40 7.26.1 End control trucksshall be equipped with
in. (loo0mm) dimension flat and shall strike theguardplatforms extending beyond the operator's position,
in this position [see Fig. 2, sketch (b)]. strong enough to withstand a compression load equal
(6)For sitdown ridertrucks, thepermanent defor- to theweight of the loaded iruckapplied along the lon-
mation of the overhead guard and itsmounting after gitudinal axis of the truckwith the outermostprojec-
impact shall be measured betweena horizontalpIane tion of the platform against a flat vertical surface.
tangent to the underside of theguard at the operator's 7.26.1 .IEnd Control Trucks. Operator enclo-
position and a horizontal plane tangent to theupper
0 surface of the steering wheel. There shall be not less
than 10 in. (250 mm) between the plan& [see Fig. 2,
sures may-be provided in conjunction with the plat-
form. If provided, they shall permit easy ingress and
egress from-the platform.
sketch (c)].
(e) For standup rider trucks, the permanent defor-
mation of the overhead guard andits mounting after
7.27 Radiator Caps
impact shall leave a distance of not less than 64 in.
(1600 mm) betweenthe surface on which the operator All pressurized, liquid-cooled, internal combüstion
stands during truck operation and a horizontal plane engine powered trucks shall have safety-type radiator
tangent to the underside of the overhead guard [see caps such that apressure relief step precedes the com-
Fig. 2, sketch (d)]. plete removal step.
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Industrial crane truck

Nonslewing type
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FIG. 3 INDUSTRIAL CRANE TRUCK - NONSLEWING TYPE, SLEWING TYPE

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APPENDIX A
REFERENCES

(This Appendix is an integral part of ASMElANSl

856.7, and is placed after the main text for
convenience.)

The following are safety standards and codes (unless otherwisenoted) referenced within
this Standard. It is the intent of this Standard to refer to the standards and codes listed
below in their latest edition when they are referenced within the Standard.

ANSI 294.0-1984 Terminology (not a safety standard)

ANSVNFPA 30-1981
ANSI/NFPA 58-1986
ANSI/NI?PA 505-1982
UL 558 (latest revision)
UL 583 (latest revision)
ANSI MH11.3-1978(R1984)
ANSI 253.1-1979
ANSVIES RP7-1983
Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code
Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases
Powered Industrial Trucks,Type Designations, Areas of
Use, Maintenance and Operation
Internal Combustion Engine-Powered Industrial Trucks
Electric-Battery-Powered Industrial Trucks
Load Handling Symbols for Powered Industrial Trucks
(not a safety standard)
Marking Physical Hazards
Practice for IndustrialLighting (not a safe€ystandard)

The following are related documents:

ASME/ANSI B20.1-1987 Conveyors and Related Equipment
ANSVASME B30.9-1984 Slings

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GLOSSARY OF COMMONLY USED WORDSAND PHRASES'
(This Appendix is not part of ASMElANSl856.7-1987, and is included for informationpurpose'S only.)
angle indicator, boom - an accessory that measures
the angle of the boom to the horizontal
boom - a structural member attached to thechassis
at one end with a load engaging meansat the other
boom angle - the angle between the boom and the
horizontal
boom hoist - a mechanism usedto change the angle
of the boom to the horizontal
boom stoop - a device usedto limit the angle of the
boom at the highest position
0 bridgeplate - a portable device for spanning the gap
between two rail cars
dockboard - a portable orfixed devicefor spanning
the gap or compensating for difference in level
between loading platforms and carriers
drum - the cylindrical members around which the
ropes are wound for raising or lowering the load or
boom
end control- the operator control position is located
at the end opposite the loadend of the truck
load block, lower -the assembly ofhook or shackle,
swivel,sheaves,pins, and främe suspended by the
hoisting ropes
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load hoist - a hoisting drum and ropereeving system
used for hoisting and lowering loads
operatorplatform - a platform or area from which a
standing person controls the functionsof a lift truck
or other material handling device
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outriggers- extendableor fixed metal arms, attached
to the mounting base, which rest on supports at the
outer ends
overhead guard- a framework fitted to a truck over
the head of a riding operator for thepurpose of pro-
viding protection for the operator from
falling objects
parking brake - a device to prevent the movement of
a stationaryvehicle
reeving - a rope system in which the rope travels
around drums and sheaves to change direction or
increase mechanical advantage
rope - refers to wire rope unless otherwise specified
swing mechanism - the machinery involved in pro-
viding rotation of the boom
truck
approved industrial crane- a truckthat is listedor
approved for firesafetypurposes using nationally rec-
ognized testing standards, for intended use by a
nationally recognized testing laboratory (e.g.,
UnderwritersLaboratories,Inc.;FactoryMutual
Research Corp.)
electric - a truck inwhich the principal energy is
transmitted from power sources to motor(s) in the
form of electricity
gas-electric - an electric truck in which the power
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industrialcrane - an industrial truck equipped
with a boom, andhoisting block and cable
internal combustion engine - a truck inwhich the
power source is a gasoline, LP gas, or diesel engine
powered industrial - a mobile, power.-driventruck
used to carry, push, pùll, lift, stack, or tier material
rider - a truck that is designedto be controlled by a
riding operator
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AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS ON MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT

Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators ..................... A I 7.1-1 984

Safety Standard for Conveyors and Related Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . B20.1-1987
Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks ............... B56.1-1983
Electric Guided Industrial Tow Tractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B56.5-1978
Rough Terrain Fork Lift Trucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B56.6-1987
Safety Standard for Industrial Crane Trucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B56.7-1987
Personnel and Burden Carriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B56.8-1981
Operator Controlled Industrial Tow Tractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B56.9-1987
Double Race or Bi-Level Swivel and Rigid
IndustrialCasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B56.11.1-1985
Hook-Type Forks and Fork Carriers for Powered Industrial
Forklift Trucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B56.11.4-1985
Pallet Definitions and Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MH1 .1.2.1978
Pallet Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MH1.2.2-1975
Requirements for Closed Van Cargo Containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . MH5.1 .1M9- I 7 9
Specifications for Identification and Marking of
Cargo Containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MH5.3M-1982
Load Handling Symbols for Powered Industrial Trucks . . . . M H I 1.3-1 978(R1984)

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by the Society.

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Standards are available uponrequest .

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