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WARNING
: In some states of Australia, the use of
Work Platforms must be approved by the statutory
Authority. The type WP Work Platform is designed to
carry a maximum of two (2) people or a SWL of 250kg
and is for approved use only.
Operator Qualifications and Authorization
The qualification of the operator shall be in accordance with AS 2359.2 clause 2.1 that covers
age, physical disabilities, training, fluency of the English language for communication,
adequate knowledge of this standard and conformance to the relevant Statutory Authority.
The Authorization of the Operator shall be in accordance with AS 2359.2 clause 2.3. This
covers three sections of operating procedures as follows;
•
Section 3
that covers general operating procedure’s as stated in the “Risk Control
Measures – Summary” section (5), paragraph “Z)” below,
•
Section 4
, which cover procedures for particular machines i.e. elevating operator or
automatically controlled industrial trucks,
•
Section 5
, which cover procedures for site conditions i.e. hazards, explosive and
flammable atmospheres, pedestrian access, warning signs, warning devices, guards,
lighting, noise levels, atmospheric pollution, service, ground and floor surfaces,
inclines, aisles, loading docks, bridgeplates and dockboards and lifts.
5)
RISK CONTROL MEASURES – SUMMARY
When handling loads, the Risk Control Measures outlined below in Sections (5) are to be
observed by the Industrial Truck Operator to ensure all identified hazards relative to using this
equipment are eliminated or controlled –
refer Appendix A for a detailed analysis
;
A)
The Industrial Truck Operator requires a suitable forklift licence to cover both the
Industrial Truck being operated and the Work Platform that has been fitted. Training in
the safe use of the Work Platform shall be undertaken before use.
B)
The use of the Work Platform shall be limited to those situations where it is necessary
to elevate personnel to perform special tasks of short duration and where it is not
possible to use scaffold or a specially designed device. The platform shall not be used
for order picking, nor for production or stores types of activity.
C)
Authorised personnel must perform the following pre-checks immediately prior to the
use of the Industrial Truck in accordance with AS 2359.2 clause 3.1 and 6.4 and
corrective action initiated where applicable;
•
Nameplate and markings regarding the Industrial Truck and Attachment capacities
are to be read and acknowledged,
•
Condition of lift and tilt systems on the Industrial Truck to be checked,
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Inspect all tyres for wear, condition and pressure if applicable,
•
Liquid levels of battery cell electrolyte, oils (hydraulic, engine, transmission and
brake), cooling water and fuel to be checked,
•
All steering and brake controls, warning devices and lights to be checked for
effective operation.
