SafetyQuestion 100 of 100
Backing up a truck and trailer or operating equipment in a crew area is made safer by which practice?
a.Using a trained spotter and a backup alarm, and checking blind spots
b.Backing quickly with no one watching
c.Turning off all mirrors
d.Letting anyone stand directly behind the vehicle
Explanation
A trained spotter, functioning backup alarm, and careful blind-spot checks greatly reduce the risk of striking a worker or object while backing. Landscape crews often work in tight spaces with equipment moving nearby. Clear communication and awareness prevent serious struck-by incidents.
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