Cargo hauling work has undergone a remarkable
degree of mechanization in recent years,
with the introduction of a wide range of
new cargo handling/hauling machines. As this
change has also been accompanied by the occurrence
of industrial accidents, employers are required
to take the following measures.
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1.Cargo handling/hauling machines subject
to regulations
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Forklifts, shovel-loaders and fork-loaders
(hereinafter referred to as "shovel-loaders,
etc."), straddle carriers, off-road
cargo hauling vehicles, in-yard hauling vehicles
and trucks
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2.Securing safety at the time of operation
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(1) |
Establishing an operation plan |
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Establishing an operation plan (including
a driving route and operation methods) that
is appropriate to the space and lay of the
operating sites, capacity of the cargo handling/hauling
machines, etc., and making certain that the
workers involved are fully aware of the plan
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(2) |
Designating an operation leader |
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Designating an operation leader, and assigning
such operation leader the responsibility
to issue instructions concerning the
operation
on the basis of the operation plan.
(No specific
provisions are prescribed with respect
to
the qualifications of operation leaders.)
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(3) |
Setting forth speed limits |
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When operating such vehicles at a speed of
more than 10 km/hour or more, setting forth
specific speed limits depending on the lay
and conditions of the land, and making certain
that drivers strictly observe such speed
limits.
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(4) |
Preventing the overturn of cargo handling/hauling
machines |
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(a) |
Taking the following measures with respect
to the driving route. |
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Securing the necessary width of passageways. |
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Preventing any uneven settling of the land. |
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Preventing any collapse and/or destruction
of road shoulders.
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(b) |
Assigning a flagman to carry out such operations
as preventing the overturn and/or fall of
any cargo handling/hauling machines, and
preventing any machine contact with nearby
workers. In addition, the flagman is to provide
operating guidance by setting forth certain
hand signals. |
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(c) |
Preventing any unbalanced loading, etc. |
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Loading cargo in a manner to prevent any
unbalanced loading. |
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With respect to off-road cargo hauling vehicles,
in-yard hauling vehicles and trucks, taking
such necessary measures as roping down the
cargo or covering the cargo with sheets to
prevent any risks arising from the fall or
collapse of the cargo load. |
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(5) |
Measures at the time of repairs and inspections |
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At the time of repairs to and inspections
of any cargo handling/hauling machines, using
safety suports, safety blocks, etc., to prevent
forks, shovels, arms, etc., from accidental
descending. |
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Designating operation leaders, and assigning
such operation leader the responsibility
to superintend and supervise the conduct
of such operations. |
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Measures, etc., before leaving the operator's
seat |
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Placing such cargo handling devices as the
fork, shovel, etc., at the lowest point of
descent. |
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Stopping the engine and firmly applying the
safety brake. |
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Prohibiting workers from boarding and riding
on such vehicles in any other place than
the driver's seat. |
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Measures at the time of transfer of cargo
handling/hauling machines
When loading or unloading cargo handling/hauling
machines to and from trucks for transfer,
carrying out such work in accordance
with
the following methods.
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Loading or unloading at a level and solid
site. |
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When carrying out such work on a slope, securing
a safe incline that includes sufficient in
length, width and strength. |
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Securing a safe incline that includes sufficient
in length, width and strength when
conducting
such operations at any site where a
sand
backfill or a temporary stand is used.
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3.Meeting structural standards
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With respect to the following machines, manufacturing,
selling and using those meet the required
structural standards.
Forklifts, shovel-loaders, etc., straddle
carriers and off-road cargo hauling
vehicles
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4.Regular self-inspections and inspections
before operation
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| Name of Machines |
Annual Inspection |
Monthly Inspection |
Checking before Operation |
Keeping Records |
| Forklift |
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| Shovel-loader, etc |
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| Straddle carrier |
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| Off-road cargo hauling vehicle |
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| In-yard cargo hauling vehicle |
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| Truck |
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| Note 1: |
indicates special self-inspection by
designated qualified personnel (others are
self-inspection by the employer) |
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| Note 2: |
indicates once every two years (others are annually) |
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5. Other safety measures by cargo handling/hauling
machine
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(1) |
Forklift |
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Equipping the machine with headlamps and
rear lamps |
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Equipping the machine with a sturdy head
guard |
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Equipping the machine with backrests |
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Using sturdy pallets and skids |
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Prohibiting any use that exceeds the machine's
rated capacity
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Shovel-loader, etc. |
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Equipping the machine with headlamps and
rear lamps |
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Equipping the machine with sturdy head guards |
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Prohibiting any use that exceeds the machines
rated capacity
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Straddle carrier |
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Equipping the machine with headlamps and
rear lamps |
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Prohibiting any use that exceeds the machine's
rated capacity
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Off-road cargo hauling vehicles |
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Equipping the machine with headlamps and
rear lamps |
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Prohibiting any use that exceeds the machine's
rated capacity |
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Installing ascending and descending devices
to the carrier when loading and unloading
cargo |
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Prohibiting the use of any fiber ropes that
do not meet the appropriate standards |
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Prohibiting the pulling out of middle cargo
first |
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Prohibiting the carrying of personnel on
cargo bed |
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Requiring operators to wear safety helmets
when loading and unloading cargo
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In-yard hauling vehicles |
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Prohibiting any use that exceeds the machine's
rated capacity
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Trucks |
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Prohibiting any use that exceeds the vehicle's
rated capacity |
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Installing ascending and descending devices
to carrier when loading and unloading cargo |
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Prohibiting the use of any fiber ropes that
do not meet the appropriate standards |
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Prohibiting the pulling out of middle cargo
first |
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Prohibiting the carrying of any personnel
on cargo bed |
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Requiring operators to wear safety helmets
when loading and unloading cargo
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("Regulations Concerning the Prevention
of Industrial Accidents Resulting from Electricity"
will be discussed in the next session).
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