Marconi Sailing Club Ltd.
MSCP83
Issue 2
Sanderson Teleporter Instructions & Code of Practice
21/03/2014
Page 3 of 17
2. Safety (Cont)
Note:
To prevent any potential overload a “Safe Load Indicator” is fitted to the Teleporter
and an alarm will sound when the load exceed the maximum. However, a competent
operator should always be able to estimate when the load is safe and should not wait
to hear the alarm.
If the “Safe Load Indicator” is not functioning correctly refer to the Tractor Coordinator
and enter the detail in the Teleporter Logbook. (stored in the cab)
The detailed functionality of the “Safe Load Indicator” is shown in Appendix 3
h) Before operations commence the Teleporter driver must ensure that one responsible
person has been nominated as Banksman and that clear lines of communication
using hand signals as defined in Appendix 1 have been established. This is
particularly important when reversing, as visibility on the rear right side is restricted. A
Banksman may not be required for all operations and the driver must decide if one is
necessary for the task to be performed. A Banksman is always required when
loading/unloading and handling moorings anywhere on the club site or when working
in confined spaces.
i) The Teleporter must only be used to tow a boat or equipment if it is absolutely
necessary in an emergency.
j) Slinging
– The “Crane Jib” attachment is the safest way to lift using either a load
tested sling or chain. Never attach a chain or sling to the Forks or any part of an
attachment. When using the Crane Jib do not allow the load to swing freely when on
the move
– secure it – and restrict the speed to below 5 m,p,h, (8kph).
k) When steering any changes of direction must be made slowly with due regard for the
road surface, the type of load and the rear end swing of the Teleporter. The brake
pedals must always be locked together, and only unlocked if they are needed as an
aid to turning in tight places
l)
When braking emergency stops are to be avoided, especially in a forward direction
–
the vehicle will stop but the load may not. Apply the Parking Brake before leaving the
vehicle and, if on a slope, also chock the wheels.
m) Gradients must be treated with respect. The Teleporter has a relatively narrow track
and if heavily laden may become unstable when driven across a slope. Drive up and
reverse down slopes when laden. Drive down and reverse up slopes when unladen.
Do not attempt to turn on a slope but proceed to the top or the bottom and turn safely
on the level. Always use rear wheel drive on sloping surfaces.
n) The lifting fork blades must be equally spaced from the centre and set at the
maximum width apart that the load or pallet will allow. Additionally the forks must
always be tilted back except when entering or discharging a pallet.
