Lift Gate Safety

When loading and unloading trucks using a lift gate, traffic cones must be placed around the base of the lift to warn pedestrians and drivers of the activity and the presence of the gate edge. When a lift gate is not being used, it must be lowered to the ground (with traffic cone warnings), or it must be in a full retracted and closed position on the truck. In addition, if the lift gate is used for employee access, proper stairs with adequate handrails should be in place.