BROCK® MEYER® Walkways and Ladders
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MFH1968-5B
SAFETY First! Recognize SAFETY Information
This symbol is used throughout this Manual to identify particular stages where the bin
Contractor and/or Operator need to take special note and precautions regarding the danger
described in these Instructions. Please read all the SAFETY information and the
instructions completely prior to beginning the construction.
This is the Safety-Alert Symbol. When you see this symbol on your equipment or in this
Manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury.
Signal words
DANGER, WARNING
, or
CAUTION
, are used with the Safety-Alert
Symbol. Be sure to follow ALL National and Local Safety Standards governing each
installation site.
Understand Signal Words
DANGER
indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY
result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING!
Do not attach yourself to, or carry loose or dangling rope on structures near
or adjacent to the Tower Dryer entry area. Loose rope or material can be
suddenly sucked into the Dryer Fans (which may start automatically). This
can cause equipment damage, severe personal injury or death.
Use Fall Restraint/Arrest Systems
When working on or inside a Tower Dryer at heights where fall hazards exist, use an
adequate fall restraint or fall arrest system with a lifeline and harness, tied to a secure
point. A proper fall
arrest
system should withstand 5,400 pounds
[2449 kg]
of stress
to prevent falling. A fall
restraint
system typically withstands less than 5400 pounds
and allows a limited fall of about 2'
[610]
. To ease injury, it is recommended the fall-
distance on restraints be set at 6'
[1 829]
maximum.
WARNING!
Purchase and use secure lifelines and adequate fall restraint/arrest systems. Some
facilities mandate that safety harnesses be used where there is risk of fall and/or
entrapment. Failure to use fall restraint and/or arrest systems consistently when
climbing or entering grain drying towers can cause serious injury or death.
WORK SAFE! While some photographs in this Manual were taken at sites where
certain PPE might not be required, Brock recommends using SAFETY equip-
ment, especially hard hats and SAFETY harnesses—at all installations. ALWAYS
follow appropriate federal, state and local codes for PPR requirements. See Base
Manual MFH1968-1 for recommended PPE.
Table of Contents
SAFETY First! Recognize SAFETY Information.........................................................................................2
Understand Signal Words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION • Use Fall Restraint/Arrest Systems........2
About This Manual...........................................................................................................................................4
Definition of Terms and Symbols • Measurements • Identification of Parts and Hardware ...................4
Ladder SAFETY Procedures ..........................................................................................................................5
Installations While the Tower Is on the Tower Trailer ............................................................................. 6-15
Install Walkways and “Ship Loose” Ladders-and-Cage on the Main Tower ..............................................6
Be Careful Stepping on the Horizontal Tower ............................................................................................6
Order of Walkway Installation ....................................................................................................................7
Bracket Installations .................................................................................................................................7
Walkway/”Catwalk” Arms .................................................................................................................... 8-9
Floor Sections ...................................................................................................................................... 10-11
Upright Posts • Handrails, Upper and Mid .........................................................................................12
