CHECKLIST
,
INSPECTION
,
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
FOR MOBILE ACCESS TOWERS
• All components should be inspected before use to ensure that they are not damaged or
broken, particularly the welds.
• ANY damage to ANY part particularly tubular members, castors, platform decking MUST
be replaced.
• Adjustable leg threads should be cleaned and lightly oiled.
• All locking claws
on braces
should be cleaned and the locking mechanism checked for operation.
• When storing your MAT, please ensure that all components are neatly stored and not left
where they could
get
damaged.
• When transporting the MAT always tie the components down so that they do not move
around and get damaged.
• Should the tower be left unattended it should be tied to a suitable structure
.
Before using the
tower again ALWAYS check that the tower is vertical, undamaged and complete before ascending
• The MAT is not designed to be lifted or suspended as a complete structure.
• Always keep this instruction manual safe.
• Broken, damaged or incorrect componnents must never be used. The equipment shall
be quarantined and assessed for replacement repair or destruction.
WIND EFFECTS
LOCKING CLIPS
• Beware of high, gusty or moderate breeze conditions in exposed areas. It is
recommended that in wind speeds over a Moderate Breeze (see Beaufort Scale below)
that work on the tower is stopped and reassessed. If the wind becomes a Strong Breeze,
(see Beaufort Scale below) the tower should be tied to a rigid structure. If the wind is
likely to reach Gale Force (see Beaufort Scale below) or over, work should be stopped
and the tower should be dismantled.
• Beware of tunnelling effect caused by open ended buildings, uncladded buildings and
building corners.
Fit the locking clips as shown in the
diagram opposite.
Wind
Beaufort Scale
10 Metres above ground
Force
Speed in m.p.h.
Speed in knots
Moderate Breeze
Raises dust and loose paper,
small branches move.
4
13–18
11–16
Strong Breeze
Large branches in motion,
telegraph wires whistle.
6
25–31
22–27
Gale Force
Walking is difficult, twigs
break off
trees.
8
39–46
34–40
5
