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SAFETY
2.1
Before starting to work at the site
Before starting any work on the crane:
• Familiarize yourself with the equipment and its user instructions.
• Find out the location of the main switch and the emergency stop buttons.
• Evaluate the risks of the site and try to minimize them.
• Inform the site responsible that you will be working on the crane.
• Restrict access to the working area, if possible.
• Prevent unintentional use of the crane.
• Ensure that you have all the appropriate personal protection equipment. Use them as required.
2.2
Main switch and emergency stop buttons
Lock and tag the main switch when you need to switch it off during your work.
Electrical shock hazard
Touching live electrical circuit can cause serious injury.
Even though main switch is turned off, there may still be voltage inside electrical devices such as
inverters. Wait at least 5 minutes before opening covers.
2.3
After working at the site
Ensure that you leave the site in a safe condition:
• Ensure that the work area is clean.
• Remove any locks/tags from switches.
• Ensure that the crane functions normally.
• Inform the site responsible that you have finished the work.
R&M Materials Handling, Inc.
4501 Gateway Boulevard
Springfield, Ohio 45502
P.: (937) 328-5100
FAX: (937) 325-5319
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R&M Materials Handling, Inc. reserves the right to alter or amend the above information without notice.
