OMG they are in a Golf Cart Working BUT IS HE/SHE Trained ? Drivers – it the responsibility of the individual driver to obey all vehicle safety regulations, operate the vehicle as outlined in this guide, and operate the vehicle in a safe manner including but not limited to stop at stop signs, yield to pedestrians, use appropriate routes, secure loads, etc.
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OMG they are in a Golf Cart Working
BUT IS HE/SHE Trained ?
Drivers – it the responsibility of the individual driver to obey all vehicle safety regulations, operate the vehicle as outlined in this guide, and operate the vehicle in a safe manner including but not limited to stop at stop signs, yield to pedestrians, use appropriate routes,
secure loads, etc.
If its SO SIMPLE why are events
happening and worker getting hurt!
Types of Golf Carts:
4 Seat 6
Seat
Cargo
A design to fit the job needs
SHOW ME YOUR OPERATOR
COMPETENCY WRITTEN EVALUATION
Can they PERFORM these with ZERO
problems
The Difference Between Cars and
Carts:
• Carts roll easier
• Carts always operate near
pedestrians
• Carts run silently
• Other motor vehicles have
the right-of-way
Carts vs. Cars:
• Center of gravity is lower than most vehicles
• Speed limit is much lower
• In a collision, the cart will always lose
Make Sure to Read all Warning Labels
they are not in place just for color:
Pre-trip Check
• Conduct a visual check of
the cart out before driving
• Is the rotating warning
signal light working?
• Is the reverse warning signal
audible?
• Do the breaks work?
• Check for correct tire
pressure
Pre-trip Check - Continued
• Check for obstacles
or pedestrians
around the vehicle
• Adjust mirrors
• Check lights & turn
signals
• Be sure everything is
properly stored
Driving the Vehicle:
• Always check behind the vehicle before backing up
• No more occupants than the number of seats
• Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle
• Drive Slow
• Avoid steep grades
• Forward/Reverse lever
Operating Equipment:
• Accelerator Pedal
• Brake Pedal
• Parking BreakImage from: Lander University
Carts, cars… what’s the difference?
• Carts roll easier
• Carts always operate
near pedestrians
• Carts run silently
• Other motor vehicles
have the right-of-way
What does this symbol mean?
Read All Warning Labels
WARNING: Riding in cargo bed can
cause severe injury or death. Do not
ride in cargo bed.
Driving the Vehicle
• Always check behind the vehicle before backing
• No more occupants that the number of seats
• Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle
• Drive slow
• Avoid steep grades
Cart Safety Guidelines
• Obey ALL traffic signs
• Do not exceed cart weight capacity
• Sudden stops or changes in direction may result in loss of
control
• Keep hands and feet inside at all times when cart is moving
• Avoid tipping over – drive straight up or down a slope
• Always remain seated
• Slow down before and during turns
• Reduce speed, use extra care in inclement weather
When in doubt,
Ask…
• About load capacity
• About operating procedures
• About maintenance records
Hand holds are provided for passenger
balance and safety when vehicle is in
operation.
Leaving the Vehicle Unattended
• Do not dismount
vehicle before it has
come to a complete
stop
• Engage the brake
• Turn off the engine
• Take the key
Night Driving
• If you are driving at night does the cart have:
– working headlights?
– brake lights?
– turn-signal lights
• Drive cautious – pedestrians may not see you
coming.
• Check the lights before driving at night.
Just plain common sense…
• Always tie-down your
load
• Always set your brake
once you get to your
destination
• After loading, check to
see if all four wheels
still touching the
ground?
Carrying A Load
• Do not exceed load capacity
• Balance the load
• Secure the load
• Be sure you can see behind the vehicle
• Loads can change on steep grades
• No one rides in the back
Use Caution When Backing or
Dumping A Load
Driving Tips
�Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle.
�No more occupants than the number of seats.
Maintenance
� Fill the batteries using
Distilled Water Only.
� Fill it only to the beginning of
the neck of the battery.
� Do not overfill as this will
shorten the life of the batteries.
� ALWAYS wear eye wear when filling batteries.
� Wash any acid splashes to
hands immediately.
Ensure the cart is plugged in correctly and taking
a charge.
Charging
Think if it is not
Electrical it
runs on fuel!
� Never do anything that distracts you from operating
the PTV! Such as:
• Operating radios, iPods, walkmans, etc.
• cell phones
• eating/drinking
• smoking
• reading or rubbernecking
� Do not park carts in a way that blocks
emergency exits, doors, stairs, sidewalks,
fire lanes, fire hydrants, handicap ramps.
� No horse play or reckless behavior!
Other Considerations
� Keep load inside the confines of the bed to avoid
catching load on outside obstacles or persons.
� Be concerned with load shifting especially when
transporting different types of materials.
� Know where your center of gravity is located. Where
you normally travel safely empty; you may tip over