Elliott E190, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Safety Responsibilities-aerial EEC-0074 V1.1
Safety Responsibilities
Safety is more than reading and following proper operating instructions or
procedures. Safety is achieved by having the appropriate state of mind at all times while
operating or working around this equipment. Having a positive attitude towards safety is
the most important factor in accident and equipment failure prevention.
Any individual who will operate, supervise, rig loads, service, or work near this
aerial device shall read and understand this manual prior to operation. Failure to read
this manual is a misuse of this aerial device. Death or serious injury can result from
the misuse or improper maintenance of this aerial device.
It is your responsibility to know and understand the specific requirements and
hazards that exist, including adverse weather and ground conditions. Remember that
YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, but also protect
the people around you. Study this manual and make it a working part of your safety
program. Keep in mind that this manual is written only for this specific type of machine.
Practice all other usual and customary safe working precautions, and above all:
REMEMBER – SAFETY IS UP TO YOU
YOU CAN PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Why is SAFETY important to YOU ?
3 BIG REASONS
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Accidents DISABLE and KILL
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Accidents COST
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Accidents CAN BE AVOIDED
Your safety, along with the safety of all personnel involved with this aerial device,
is of utmost concern to Elliott Equipment Company. This manual has been developed
with the safety of all personnel that work around, with, or operate this equipment as our
primary goal.