SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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LIFTPOD by JLG
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• Use extreme caution when entering or leaving the plat-
form. Ensure that the mast assembly is fully lowered. Face
the machine when entering or leaving the platform.
• Always maintain "three point contact" with the machine,
using two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand at
all times during entry and exit.
Electrocution Hazard
• This machine is not insulated and does not provide pro-
tection from contact or proximity to electrical current.
• Maintain distance from electrical lines, apparatus, or any
energized (exposed or insulated) parts according to the
Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) as shown in
Table 1-1.
• Allow for machine movement and electrical line swaying.
• Maintain a clearance of at least 10 ft. (3m) between any
part of the machine and its occupants, their tools, and
their equipment from any electrical line or apparatus car-
Table 1-1. Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.)
VOLTAGE RANGE
(PHASE TO PHASE)
MINIMUM SAFE APPROACH
DISTANCE - Feet (Meters)
0-50KV
10 (3)
Over 50KV to 200KV
15 (5)
Over 200KV to 350KV
20 (6)
Over 350KV to 500KV
25 (8)
Over 500KV to 750KV
35 (11)
Over 750KV to 1000KV
45 (14)
NOTE:
This requirement shall apply except where employer, local, or gov-
ernmental regulations are more stringent.
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