Dock plate

To reduce the possibility of structural failure, dock plates and gangplanks must carry anticipated loads. They should have labels to show load capacity. There should be regularly scheduled inspections to find defects or failures. Repair defects or damage or replace the dock plate or gangplank. [Pg.134]

Dock plates wUl slide if they are not locked into position. Some of the devices for locking them into position include stop pins, cleats or built-in flanges and blocks. Anchoring methods should not create tripping hazards. [Pg.134]

Are dock plates and loading ramps constructed and maintained with sufficient strength to support imposed loading ... [Pg.191]

Operating a fork truck over rough dock plates or gravel... [Pg.164]

The use of yellow or a yellow/black striped combination of paint can be very effective in highlighting physical hazards. Consider painting edges of docks, perimeters of dock plates, barrier posts, walkway lines, machine guards, handrailing, edges of stairs, crane/hoist blocks, and comers of roll-up doors. In addition, red and white paint can be used to highlight fire protection equipment. [Pg.92]

Figure 9-9. This hydraulic dock plate is equipped with a safety lip, preventing the lift truck from driving off the edge of the loading dock. (Courtesy of the Rite-Hite Corporation)...

Portable dock plates can be used to bridge the gap between the dock and trailer, but there are some inherent dangers. The capacity must be adequate to handle the weight of the lift truck and load. The overall condition of the plate must be assured through regular inspections. The plates may be difficult to install. Back injuries are possible as well as pinch points to the hands and feet of those manually handling the plates. [Pg.121]

Overlap of the portable dock plate must be at least 8 inches. This distance should be checked continuously to ensure that no slippage has occurred. Trailer creep could easily result in overlap shrinkage. Curbed edges on the plate help to ensure that the lift truck will not drive off of the plate. Legs that are attached to the bottom of the plate help to keep the plate from scooting backwards, when a lift truck accelerates on its surface. The grade of the ramp is also important if too short, an extension ramp may be needed. [Pg.121]

Where possible, have a powered industrial truck lift the portable dock plate to prevent workers from being injured. Stay clear of the movement of the lift truck and plate. When not in use, store plates flat on the floor. If placed against a wall, the angle of the ranq) must be proper to prevent a struck-by tipover incident. [Pg.121]

ANCHOR r" DOCK PLATE 1 means safVO poond thedock ... [Pg.122]

Be sure the dock plate and trailer floor are secure and sound before entering the trailer. A preinspection of each trailer should take place prior to loading. [Pg.140]

Check dock plates, ramps, and levelers before crossing always go straight into and straight out of trailers or railcars. [Pg.140]

If a portable dock plate must be used, allow a lift truck to put it in place at the dock rather than... [Pg.142]

Dock Plates, Dock Lighting, and Wheel Chocks... [Pg.192]

Are docks, dock wells, dock plates in need of repair ... [Pg.197]

Replacing defective sections of racking Sprinkler testing Cleaning under dock plates. [Pg.279]

JHA NUMBER JOB OPERATION TITLE 56 Raising and Lowering Manual Dock Plate DEPARTMENT Shipping POSITION TITLE Forklift Operator... [Pg.285]

Lift Dock Plate 1. SO Strain lower back when pulling chain 1. Ensure trailer is chocked. Stand behind the dock plate, bend knees, keep the back flat. Place fingers on pull ring, lift upward to activate dock plate. ... [Pg.285]

Lower Plate Onto Trailer 2. F Could fall if dock plate is slippery 2. Walk forward on raised dock plate, plate will lower onto trailer bed. Keep feet clear of lip of dockplate. Be alert to the walking surface on the dock plate. ... [Pg.285]

Lift Plate Up 3. SO Strain to lower back when pulling chain FS Could fall on slippery Surface 3. When completed with loading of the trailer, stand behind dock plate, bend knees, keep the back straight, grasp chain ring and pull upward to retract dock plate. Be aware of walking surface ... [Pg.285]

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