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ANSI/ITSDF B56.1-2005 (Reaffirmation of ASME B56.1-2004), Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks:

7.41 Operator Restraint Systems

"Counterbalanced, center control, high lift trucks that have a sit-down, non-elevating operator position shall have a restraint device, system, or enclosure that is intended to assist the operator in reducing the risk of entrapment of the operator 's head and/or torso between the truck and ground in the event of a tip-over. Such means shall not unduly restrict the operation of the truck, e.g. ,the operator 's mounting, dismounting, movement, and/or visibility."
  • Posted 16 Jun 2010 13:19
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