(1) You must make sure dock-boards are not overloaded:

(a) Make sure they are strong enough to carry the load imposed on them.

(b) Make sure loads do not exceed the dock-board's rated capacity.

(2) You must do the following when using dock-boards:

(a) Drive slowly and carefully over dock-boards;

(b) Properly secure dock-boards before driving on them.

(3) You must make sure powered dock-boards meet the design and construction requirements of U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Standard CS 202-56 (1961) "Industrial Lifts and Hinged Loading Ramps."

(4) You must do the following when using portable dock-boards:

(a) Use anchors or other devices that will prevent slipping;

(b) Make sure they have handholds or other effective means for safe handling.