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6. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
(SPECIALIST TECHNICIAN)
6.1
TRANSPORT
The loading and unloading operations must be performed by qualified staff, who will verify the
weights and the exact lifting points; they will use lifting equipment of adequate capacity and
safety. No outsiders should be near the lifting point.
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Load handling on pallet or cage
The package must be lifted by fully inserting
the forks of the lift truck into the space
between the feet of the pallet or cage,
distributing the weight of the appliance in such
a way as to keep the centre of gravity of the
package balanced (Fig. 1-A). Do not overturn
the appliance.
Before inserting the forks of
the lift truck check that these
cover the entire
depth
of the
package (Fig. 1-B). Otherwise
install suitable extensions.
It is totally forbidden to drag or push the cabinet by its sides.
PROHIBITED LIFTING EQUIPMENT
Lifting equipment or systems must not be used that do not respond to the safety features
required, namely:
• lifting capacity lower than the weight of the appliance.
• unsuitable lift truck construction features (e.g., short forks).
• construction features altered by use.
• non-compliant ropes or cables.
• worn ropes or cables.
Any other transport procedure different to that described in this chapter is not
allowed.
Fig. 1
A
B
C