R 408.12139 Load handling controls; direction of motion and guards.

Rule 2139. (1) A lever or handle type control, including a toggle switch, shall be in accordance with Table 1 “Direction of Motion.” (2) Moving parts that represent a hazard from the operator's position shall be protected by suitable guards. TABLE 1 DIRECTION OF MOTION Function Of Load Or Equipment Of the Operator’s Hand When Actuating The Control Handle While Facing The Load Hoist up rearward or up down forward or down Tilt rearward *rearward or up forward forward or down Reach retract *rearward extend forward Clamp clamp rearward or up release forward or down Side Shift right rearward or up left forward or down Rotate Laterally clockwise rearward or up counterclockwise forward or down Rotate Longitudinal ly rearward *rearward or up forward forward or down *The sense of rotation of the control handle is intended to be in the same direction as the desired motion of the mast or load.