Only use the gate for lifting or lowering cargo and never people.
Be alert to the area between the gate and truck as this is shear or pinch point when the gate is in motion.
Safety cones should be set out to block the area when unloading or loading.
Truck flashers and safety lights should be used to mark edges of lift gate.
Ensure the gate is clean and dry and provide extra securing with ratchet straps and chocks if needed.
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Each lift gate will come with instruction manual that should be read and followed addition to these general guidelines.
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