TM-55-2320-279-14
M977 SERIES, 8x8 HEAVY EXPANDED MOBILITY TACTICAL TRUCKS (HEMTT)
TRANSPORTABILITY GUIDANCE
TM-55-2320-279-14 - Page 16 of 46
TM 55-2320-279-14
CHAPTER 3
SAFETY
General safety considerations and precautions for
the handling and movement of the HEMTT are as
follows:
a.
The truck will not be left unattended while
the engine is running.
b.
All personnel must stay clear of the truck
when it is being operated in reverse, and the area
will be clear of obstacles.
c.
Personnel must not stand or walk under the
truck when it is being lifted.
WARNING
Fire extinguishers must be readily avail-
able during all loading and unloading op-
erations.
WARNING
If the truck is operated during loading
and unloading operations, proper ventila-
tion must be provided. Prolonged inhala-
tion of carbon monoxide fumes could be
fatal.
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