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Most businesses use powered carts and low speed vehicles for various purposes. Carts can be used to transport people or workers and their equipment and material. Most carts are designed to seat between two and four passengers while others may be equipped to seat multiple passengers. All powered carts are designed for use only on pathways, sidewalks, grass, and other unimproved surfaces. Low speed vehicles (also know as Neighborhood Electric Vehicles) are designed and built to comply with certain vehicular laws and regulations. They are allowed to operate on public roads with speed limits of 35 MPH or less. Ensure that you comply with your company policies and procedures about where your particular vehicle can and cannot be operated.
Powered carts and low speed vehicles are involved in a number of accidents each year resulting in personal injury, property damage and even death. Collisions may occur with pedestrians, bicyclists, stationary objects and motor vehicles because these vehicles must share space on pathways, turf and roadways. You must be attentive to a significant danger that may arise while operating these vehicles as most carts have a high-center of gravity and short wheel base that makes them susceptible to tipping over. Untrained and unauthorized individuals should not be allowed to operate these vehicles.
This course will cover numerous safe operating practices and procedures with the goal of preventing injuries to pedestrians, operators and passengers and reduce the risk of liability and property damage. Your employer may require you to take additional training before operating your particular vehicle. You may also be subject to various policies and procedures in addition to site specific rules and regulations. Don’t forget to thoroughly read and understand the owner’s manual before operating the vehicle.