R 408.12193
R 408.12193 Operators; loading.
Cite as Mich. Admin. Code R 408.12193
Rule 2193. An operator shall:
(a) Operate a truck equipped with attachments as a partially loaded truck when
not transporting a load.
(b) When loading a fork lift truck, place the load engaging means under the load
as far as possible and tilt the mast backwards to cradle the load.
(c) Exercise caution when tilting loads especially when they are segmented.
(d) Lift or transport only a load that is within the rated capacity of the truck.
(e) Lift or transport only a load that cannot fall out of a basket or container, or
off the load engaging means during the normal movements of the truck.
(f) Tilt an elevated load forward only when in a deposit position over a rack or
stack.
APPENDIX A
TYPES OF TRUCKS
FIGURE 1
• High-Lift Truck
• Counterbalanced Truck
• Cantilever Truck
• Rider Truck
• Fork Lift Truck
FIGURE 2
• High-Lift Truck
• High-Lift Platform Truck
FIGURE 3
• Low-Lift Truck
• Low-Lift Platform Truck
FIGURE 4
• Motorized Hand Truck
• Pallet Truck
FIGURE 5
• Industrial Tractor
FIGURE 6
• Motorized Hand/Rider Truck
FIGURE 7
• Reach Truck
FIGURE 8
• Side-Loader Truck
FIGURE 9
• Order Picker Truck High Lift
FIGURE 10
• Narrow-Aisle Truck
• Straddle Truck