Manitowoc Grove GRT8120, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION GRT8120 OPERATOR MANUAL
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Published 3-22-2021, Control # 702-02
SAFETY MESSAGES
General
The importance of safe operation and maintenance cannot
be overemphasized. Carelessness or neglect on the part of
operators, job supervisors and planners, rigging personnel,
and job site workers can result in their death or injury and
costly damage to the crane and property.
To alert personnel to hazardous operating practices and
maintenance procedures, safety messages are used
throughout the manual. Each safety message contains a
safety alert symbol and a signal word to identify the hazard’s
degree of seriousness.
Safety Alert Symbol
Signal Words
NOTE: Emphasizes operation or maintenance
procedures.
GENERAL
It is impossible to compile a list of safety precautions
covering all situations. However, there are basic principles
that
must be followed during your daily routine. Safety is
your primary responsibility , since any piece of equipment
is only as safe as the person at the controls .
Read and follow the information located in Model Specific
Information near the end of this section.
This information has been provided to assist in promoting a
safe working atmosphere for yourself and those around you.
It is not meant to cover every conceivable circumstance
which could arise. It is intended to present basic safety
precautions that should be followed in daily operation.
Because you are the only part of the crane that can think and
reason, your responsibility is not lessened by the addition of
operational aids or warning devices. Indeed, you must guard
against acquiring a false sense of security when using them.
They are there to assist, not direct the operation. Operational
aids or warning devices can be mechanical, electrical,
electronic, or a combination thereof. They are subject to
failure or misuse and should not be relied upon in place of
good operating practices.
You are the only one who can be relied upon to assure the
safety of yourself and those around you. Be a
professional
and follow the rules of safety .
Remember , failure to follow just one safety precaution could
cause an accident that results in death or serious injury to
personnel or damage to equipment. You are responsible for
the safety of yourself and those around you.
ACCIDENTS
Following any accident or damage to equipment, the Grove
distributor must be immediately advised of the incident and
consulted on necessary inspections and repairs. Should the
distributor not be immediately available, contact should be
made directly with Grove Product Safety at the address
below. The crane must not be returned to service until it is
thoroughly inspected for any evidence of damage. All
damaged parts must be repaired or replaced as authorized
by your Grove distributor and/or Manitowoc Crane Care.
This safety alert symbol means ATTENTION!
Become alert - your safety is involved! Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible death
or injury.
DANGER
Identifies hazards that will result in death or serious injury
if the message is ignored .
WARNING
Identifies hazards that may result in death or serious
injury if the message is ignored .
CAUTION
Identifies hazards that could result in minor or moderate
injury if the message is ignored.
CAUTION
Without the safety alert symbol, identifies hazards that
could result in property damage if the message is ignored.