Chapter 3. SAFETY - TM-55-2350-272-140008

TM 55-2350-272-14

CHAPTER 3

SAFETY

3-1. General

General safety considerations and precautions for handling and movement of the M973 are as follows:

a. Check to insure that all loose items are properly secured.

b. When backing the vehicle, insure that a ground guide is provided and that no personnel or obstacles are between

cars or behind the M973.

c. Check to insure that lifting eyes are screwed all the way in (shoulder flush with roof of vehicle) and cannot be

loosened by hand.

WARNING

Fire extinguishers must be readily available during all loading and un-

loading operations.

WARNING

Proper ventilation must be provided during loading and unloading op-

erations if carrier engine is operated. Prolonged inhalation of exhaust

fumes could be fatal.

WARNING

Steering cylinders are not to be used for tiedown or lift purposes.

3-2. Specific Safety Requirements

Pertinent safety requirements by individual modes of transport can be found in the appropriate chapters.

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