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User Guide - Trench Box
Original Working Instructions
Safety Instructions
Basic Safety
A site-specific Risk Assessment, and lift plan where applicable, must be completed by the responsible person
before using this equipment to control risks, produce a safe system of work and ensure safety for you, your
colleagues and others. Your risk assessment will determine the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
for the task you are doing. You must use it. Conquip recommends that you should wear:
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Suitable clothing
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Gloves
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Hard hat
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Protective footwear (steel toecaps)
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Safety glasses
Important Safety Notes
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Read these instructions before using this equipment. If there is anything you do not understand
or if you have any concerns do not use this equipment. Contact your supervisor or Conquip
Engineering Group for advice.
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You must check that you have considered all the safety requirements for the task you are doing
and that this equipment is suitable.
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You must protect bystanders and the general public by preventing access to the working area.
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Do not use this equipment if you are tired, unwell or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If
you are taking any medicine or undergoing treatment you should inform your supervisor.
Usage & Transportation
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Never unevenly load this equipment.
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The weight of the equipment, together with its attachments, must be added to the weight of the load
when calculating the total load that will be imposed on the lifting apparatus / operating machine.
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This equipment must be used in conjunction with the load ratings of the lifting apparatus / operating
machine. (Refer to the manufacturers’ load ratings and original working instructions).
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Make sure you know how to use this equipment and understand all aspects of its operation in case of
emergency.
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This equipment weighs more than 25kg. Do not lift or manhandle without machine assistance.
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Do not operate this equipment near overhead power lines.
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Take care in confined spaces, near ceilings or similar hazards. This equipment was designed for vertical
lifting. Do not drag, or swing.
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Before operating this equipment, check that you have enough space for you to work safely and make
sure that the working area is clear of hazards, obstructions and personnel.
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Before lowering equipment make sure that the landing zone is clear and capable of accepting the size
and weight of the load.
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Crush Risk. Keep hands and feet clear of the equipment at all times to avoid injury.
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Do not exceed the maximum Working Load Limit (WLL) shown on the serial plate. Ensure that the WLL
on the individual lift points is not exceeded.
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Before lifting, check that the load is secured, balanced and stable. Allow space for the equipment to
move if the load shifts.
Personnel
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All personnel must wear relevant personal protective equipment.
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Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery and tie back long hair to avoid becoming tangled or trapped in
this equipment. You must make everyone in the work area aware of what you are doing.
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All personnel involved in the lifting operation must be competent to do so and must have been briefed
in conjunction with this User Guide available from Conquip Engineering Group, the manufacturer.
Equipment Maintenance & Cleaning
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It is mandatory that the equipment is thoroughly examined regularly, by a qualified engineer, to ensure
compliance with relevant regulation/s. (Conquip recommend to carry out thorough examination every
six months).
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This product may incorporate various loose and detachable items of lifting gear. Refer to the separate
requirements for the safe use of those items.
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When not being used, store the unit in a clean, upright condition and in a safe place where it will be
protected from thieves and unauthorised users.
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This equipment must be inspected by the responsible person before each use and then regularly, as
determined by your risk assessment or working practice. If you have any concerns about condition or
suitability do not use.
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