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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
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should only be used for light work of short duration.
Use non-conductive platforms for unavoidable live
electrical work. Do not use the platform outside in
adverse weather conditions, such as strong wind.
Take precautions against children playing on the
platform. Face the platform when ascending and
descending. Keep a secure grip on the platform
when ascending and descending. Do not use the
platform as a bridge. Do not spend long periods
on a platform without regular breaks (tiredness is
a risk). Equipment carried while using the platform
should be light and easy to handle. Avoid work that
imposes a sideways load on standing platforms,
such as side-on drilling through solid materials
(e.g. brick or concrete). Maintain a handhold whilst
working from a platform or take additional safety
precautions if you cannot. Never open or use the
platform upside down. The base should always
sit firmly on the ground. Do not leave an opened
platform unattended. Do not place tools or other
objects on the rungs and do not hang anything on
the platform. Climb and descend with deliberate
movements. Please put the hands around the stile
when bringing the platform from opened to storage
position. Do not step off the side of the platform.
Take care when closing the platform to not catch
fingers, clothing or hair in the mechanism.
REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE.
Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out
by a competent person and be in accordance
producer’s instructions. Platforms should be stored
in accordance with the producer’s instructions.
Fully collapse the platform and secure before
storage or handling. Clean the platform with a
suitable proprietary household cleaner and a soft
dry cloth. Dry all parts thoroughly before storing
the platform. Store the platform indoors in a dry
environment. Do not rest other objects on the
platform. Store the platform the correct way up; the
base should always sit on the ground.
REASONS FOR ACCIDENTS.
The following list of hazards and examples
of their causes, which is not exhaustive, are
common reasons for accidents encountered when
using platforms and are the basis on which the
information in this standard has been developed:.
LOSS OF STABILITY
. Incorrect positioning of the
platform (such as not fully opening a platform).
Condition of the platform (such as missing anti-
slip feet). Ground conditions (such as unstable
soft ground, sloping ground, slippery surfaces or
contaminated solid surfaces). Adverse weather
conditions (such as windy condotions). Collision
with the platform (such as with vehicle or door).
Incorrect choice of platform (such as too short,
unsuitable task).
FROM HANDLING
. Transferring
the platform to the work position. Opening and
closing the platform. Carrying items up the platform.
SLIP TRIP AND FALL OF USER
. Inappropriate
footwear. Contaminated rungs or steps. Unsafe
user practices (such as climbing 2 rungs at time,
sliding down stiles).
STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF
PLATFORM
. Condition of the platform (such as
damaged stiles, wear). Overloading the platform.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
. Unavoidable live
working (e. g. fault finding). Positioning platforms
too close to live electrical equipment (such as
overhead power lines). Platforms damaging
electrical equipment (such as covers or protective
insulation). Incorrect selection of type of platform
for electrical work.
PICTOGRAMS.
The square pictograms illustrate a positive action
to be followed and have a green border, and the
round pictograms illustrate a prohibited action
and have a red border. Read the instructions
(1). Maximum number of user on platform (2).
Maximum load (3). Lubricate hinges (4). Inspect
platform feet (5). Visual check before use (6).
Ensure opening restraint devices are engaged (7).
Ensure standing platform is fully opened before
use (8). Ensure ground is free from contaminants
(9). Erect on a level base (10). Do not step off
the side of a platform (11). Face platform when
ascending or descending (12). Do not over-
reach (13). Beware of electrical hazards when
transporting platform (14). Wear suitable footwear
when climbing the platform (15). Ensure ground is
free from contaminants (16). Erect on a firm base
(17). Only one person per ascendable leg of the
platform/stepplatform (18). Do not use the platform
as a bridge (19). Ensure opening restraint devices
are engaged (20). When positioning platform take
