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Safety
First
A.
SAFETY NOTES
1.
Check that all components are on site, undamaged and that they are functioning correctly – (refer to Checklist & Quantity
Schedule). Damaged or incorrect components shall not be used.
2.
Before erecting the tower, check that the location for the mobile access tower does not present any hazards during erecting,
dismantling, moving and safe working with respect to :-
Ground conditions, and must be capable of supporting the weight of the structure.
Level and slope
Obstructions (ground and overhead)
Wind conditions (current and potential).
3.
Check if the ground on which the mobile access tower is to be erected and moved is capable of supporting the tower.
4.
The mobile scaffold tower only be erected on a horizontal level surface.
5.
Lock all castors by pushing down brake levers. The brake levers may only be released for moving the mobile scaffold tower.
6.
The minimum of two competent persons are required to assemble and dismantle this mobile access tower.
7.
The safe working load is
230
kg per platform level, uniformly distributed up to a maximum of
864
kg per tower (including self
weight).
8.
Tower
must
always be climbed from the inside using the build in ladder during assembly and use.
9.
It is recommended that towers should be tied to a solid structure when left unattended.
10.
Adjustable legs should only be used for leveling.
11.
DO NOT
use boxes or ladders or others object on the platform to gain additional height.
12.
Never bridge between a tower and a building unless specification and approved.
13.
Do not brace yourself against the side guards when working.
14.
Never jump onto platforms.
15.
When possible, tie in the tower to a rigid structure when working outdoors or in exposed conditions.
16.
Beware of the funneling effect of open ended and unclad building.
17.
Debris netting or plastic sheeting should not be fixed to the tower without consulting your local branch.
18.
Raising and lowering components, tools, and/or materials by rope should be conducted within the tower base. Ensure that the
safe working load of the supporting decks and the tower structure is not exceeded.
19.
Tools and materials may only be handed up, always taking the weight of the tools and materials into consideration so as not to
overload the working platform. The person handing the load up may only release the load when the recipient of the load is
holding securely in his hand.
20.
The assembled tower is a working platform and should not be used as a means of access to other structures.
21.
The maximum wind condition for moving the tower are Beaufort Scale 0-4 as described table (Page 4 Wind Speed Safety
Rules)
22.
Beware of horizontal forces (lateral force) when using power tools, wash jet or other tools which could generate instability.
The Maximum horizontal force (lateral force) on a freestanding tower at platform level is 20kg.
23.
Mobile towers are not designed to be suspended-please refer to your supplier for advice.
24.
Do not use any lifting equipment on the mobile scaffold tower.
25.
Do not extend the platform height of the tower by the use of ladders, boxes or other devices..
26.
Always beware of live electrical apparatus, cables or moving parts of machine
27.
Before each use or re-use of the mobile tower check the tower is vertical. Check with spirit level and adjust legs as need, the
structure is still assembled correctly, and its complete. No environmental change have affected the tower (snow, wind, ice etc.);
if so, correct as necessary before use.
