What should you check prior to operating a stacker vehicle?

Prior to operating a stacker vehicle, it is crucial to check the safety features and controls. This step ensures that the equipment is functioning correctly and is safe for operation. Reviewing safety features such as emergency brakes, horn, lights, and seat belts helps prevent accidents and ensures that the operator can respond effectively in an emergency.

Additionally, familiarizing yourself with the vehicle's controls—including steering, lifting, and tilting mechanisms—enables the operator to handle the stacker safely and efficiently, minimizing the risk of injury or damage to the load or surrounding area. Understanding how these controls work before starting the vehicle is essential for safe operation.

While local traffic regulations are important, they pertain more to operating a vehicle on public roads, which is less relevant in most stacker vehicle operations. Hourly rental rates are not pertinent to safe operation and monitoring parts for color coding may relate to maintenance or inspections but does not directly impact immediate operational safety checks. Thus, focusing on safety features and controls is the primary concern before operating any stacker vehicle.