Operator’s Area Clause Samples
Operator’s Area. 5.4.6.1.1 General The operator’s work area shall be designed to minimize glare to the extent possible. Objects within and adjacent to this area shall be black in color wherever possible to reduce the reflection of light onto the windshield. The use of polished metal, gloss paint and light-colored surfaces within and adjacent to the operator’s area shall be avoided. Such objects include dash panels, switches and controls, cowlings, windshield wipers and arms, barriers and modesty panels, stanchions, access panels and doors, fasteners, flooring, ventilation and heating ducting, window and door frames, and visors. The operator shall control interior lighting located ahead of the standee line.
Operator’s Area. The interior climate control system shall deliver at least 180 CFM of air to the operator's area when operating in the ventilating and cooling modes. Adjustable nozzles shall permit variable distribution or shutdown of the airflow. Airflow in the heating mode shall be reduced proportionally to the reduction of airflow into the passenger area. The windshield defroster unit shall meet the requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J382, Windshield Defrosting Systems Performance Requirements, and shall have the capability of diverting heated air to the operator's feet and legs. The defroster or interior climate control system shall maintain visibility through the operator's side window. A separate heater and/or windshield defroster unit shall be capable of diverting heated air to the operator's feet and legs. No function or part of the operator's system shall be cable actuated or controlled the functions shall be controlled electrically. Outside air supply to the defroster/heating unit shall be controlled and capable of being closed off completely.
