Herkules Hebetechnik GmbH K1200-HLS-61, Operating Manual And Test Record

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ENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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6 General safety instructions
6.1
Operator’s duty of care
The lifting platform was designed and built taking a hazard assessment into account and following careful
selection of the harmonised standards to be met, as well as additional technical specifications. It thus
corresponds to the state of the art and guarantees the utmost level of safety.
However, this safety level can only be reached during practical operation, when all measures required have
been implemented. The Due diligence is required on the part of the operator of the lifting platform, to plan
these measures and ensure their implementation.
The operator must, in particular, ensure that
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The lifting platform is only used as intended ( see chapter on Product description ).
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The service lift only be used in a fully functional and fault-free state and will be checked regularly for
operational functionality with special attention to safety equipment.
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The placement of the service lift is located and designed so that the operator is able to observe all
movements of the load as well as have an overview of the area under the lift and its load. The operator is
responsible for supplying adequate lighting.
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Access to the danger area (area under the lifting platform and under the load) by individuals is forbidden.
Operations in the danger area are prohibited. Maintenance operations are excluded, (see
Chapter on
Maintenance) .
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The operating instructions are to remain fully readable and available in the area in which the lifting
platform is used.
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The lifting platform is only used by individuals having read and understood the operating instructions.
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Personnel are to be regularly instructed of all relevant information regarding work safety and
environmental protection and familiar with the operating instructions and the safety notices therein.
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Only qualified individuals and experts may repair the lifting platform.
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None of the safety and warning notices linked to the lifting platform are to be removed and must remain
readable.
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No interference with the service lift (for example, repairs) should take place without adhering adequately
to protective measures (safeguard the base from sinking with a service support).
6.2
Operator’s duties
The operating safety ordinances are intended for the operators of work equipment used in vulnerable areas.
The operator must take a risk assessment of the area where the work equipment (service lift) will be used.
The dangers that arise during the use of the work equipment related to the substances and working
environment should be detected and taken into account.
The operator shall take the measures necessary and choose operating equipment suitable for the conditions
prevailing at the workplace and assure the safety and health of employees.
For the execution of risk assessment and decision on suitable equipment, the operator must apply country-
specific guidelines and standards.