MIL-PRF-83817 Truck, Lift, Fork, 4,000 Pound Capacity, Variable Reach, Rough TerrainThis document covers a variable reach, rough terrain forklift truck with a 4,000 pound lift capacity at a reach of 23.5 feet which is air-transportable in C-130,C-17, and C-5 aircraft. The truck will be used primarily to load and unload palletized cargo to and from 8 feet wide by 20 feet long ISO shipping containers. The forklift will operate on hard paved surfaces, soft soil, mud, snow, and sand, on level and hilly terrain.

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3.3.3.3 Instruction plates. All warning and instruction plates normally installed by the forklift

manufacturer, describing procedures or safety items shall be included.

3.3.3.4 Load Chart. A corrosion resistant plate, showing the load capacity of the forklift at all

boom extensions and lift heights shall be permanently installed in a location clearly visible to the

operator.

3.3.4 Safety.

The forklift shall conform to the applicable requirements of

ANSI/ITSDF B56.6-2005, SAE J98, and OSHA standards in effect at the time of issue of the

solicitation. All surface areas subject to personnel standing or walking shall have a nonskid,

tread-plate, or expanded metal surface. A commercial fire extinguisher shall be mounted on the

forklift in an easily accessible location. The fire extinguisher shall be a minimum 2-1/2 pound

capacity ABC type, or equivalent. The fire extinguisher shall be UL299 listed and UL711 tested.

3.3.4.1 Component protection. All space in which work is performed during operation, service,

and maintenance shall be free of hazardous protrusions, sharp edges, or other features which may

cause injury to personnel. All rotating and reciprocating parts and all parts subject to high

operational temperatures or subject to being electrically energized, that are of such nature or so

located as to be hazardous to personnel, shall be guarded or insulated to eliminate the hazard.

3.3.4.2 Foreign object damage (FOD). All loose metal parts, such as pins or connector covers,

shall be securely attached to the forklift with wire ropes or chains. "Dog tag" style beaded chains

shall not be provided. Removable panels, if provided, shall be attached with captive fasteners.

Tire valve stem caps shall be made of plastic.

3.3.4.3 Seatbelts and operator s restraint.

3.3.4.3.1 Seat belt. An operator s seat belt with a retractor shall be installed. The seat belt must

conform to SAE J386, Type One. However, the installation of a lap belt alone will not be

considered as adequate occupant restraint.

3.3.4.3.2 Additional restraint. Additional restraint devices designed to ensure the operator s

body remains entirely within the protection of the frame and overhead guard in the event of tip

over will also be provided. The restraint system shall not interfere with operator access or

mobility, or the vehicles operation.

3.3.4.3.3 Decal. A warning decal shall be provided advising of the hazards of tip over and the

importance of using the restraint system.

3.3.4.4 Sound levels. The sound level measured at the operator s station should not exceed 84

dB(A). If the sound level is above 84 dB(A), the contractor shall provide a hazardous noise

warning plate stating that operator s hearing protection is required when operating this forklift.

The plate shall be made of a corrosion resistant material and shall be at least 4.0 square inches.