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5.4 Risk of collision
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Adjust the drive speed so that it is safe with regard to the ground conditions.
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The operator must follow all regulations concerning the use of safety equipment on the
work site.
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Make sure that there are no overhead obstacles on the work site that could prohibit lifting
of the platform, or objects that might cause a collision.
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Do not operate this access platform in the working area of another overhead lifting device
or similar equipment that is moving, unless this lifting device is secured so that there is
no risk of collision.
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Beware of crushing hazard when holding the handrail of the platform in an eventual
collision situation.
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When operating the lift beware of eventual limited visibility and trapping hazard.
5.5 Risk of electric shock
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This access platform is not voltage insulated nor protected against contact with voltage
carrying parts, or when approaching them.
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Do not touch the machine if it comes in contact with voltage carrying electric line.
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Persons on the platform or at ground level must not touch or operate the platform before
power has been cut off from the electric line.
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During welding repairs, it is not allowed to use any part of this access platform as earth
conductor.
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Do not use this access platform during thunderstorm or high winds.
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Leave clearance to electric lines taking into account movements of platform, movements
of electric line, and high winds and gusts.
The minimum safety clearances to voltage carrying electric lines are shown in the following
table. These clearances must be respected.
VOLTAGE
MIN. DISTANCE
0
– 1000V
2 m
1- 45 kV
3 m
110 kV
5 m
220 kV
5 m
400 kV
5 m
5.6 Risk of explosion / fire
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It is not allowed to start the motor/engine in a place where one can smell LPG, petrol,
solvent or other flammable substance.
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Do not fill with fuel when the engine is running.
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Charge the battery only in places with sufficient ventilation, where there is no open fire or
no works which could cause spark emissions (like welding).
