When dock plates are secured in position, the edges of the plate shall be in substantial contact with the dock and with the vehicle bed in such a manner as to prevent rocking or sliding. Pallets shall be constructed and maintained with strength adequate for the loads being handled. Unsafe and defective parts shall be repaired or replaced. Cargo, materials or equipment found sufficiently broken or damaged as to afford a hazard shall be immediately repaired or shall be set aside at a safe distance away from the working area so that it can be repaired. Mobile equipment shall be refueled only at locations specifically designated for that purpose.
Hand carts are available and used for moving gas cylinders.
Gas cylinders should not be moved from one area to another without hand carts. This section applies to aerial devices used to elevate personnel to job sites above ground. Aerial baskets or platforms shall not be allowed to rest on or against any structure when workmen are on the platform or in the basket while in an elevated position. Lift controls shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or ,instructions each day of use prior to use to determine that such controls are in safe working condition. Only authorized people shall operate an aerial lift.