SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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1.8 Definition of the danger zone
The danger zone is the area inside, or in the vicinity of working equipment which poses a hazard
or potential hazard to the health of persons located within this area.
When lifting the load or during transportation, it is possible that the load and the gripper could fall
or be lowered. Therefore, the area directly under the gripper and the load is always considered a
danger zone.
During crane transport, note that lifting, horizontal acceleration and braking of the load may cause
it to rotate, tilt or swing. The vicinity of the load is therefore a danger zone.
It is also necessary for the rigger to maintain a sufficiently safe distance when guiding the load
(always use the operator handle to guide the load).
Never walk in front of the load
– unexpected obstacles could cause you to trip while the load is
approaching you. The load also swings in your direction when horizontal travel is stopped. It is not
possible to watch/monitor both the transport path and the load at the same time.
In the event that the load falls, the danger zone depends greatly on the transport height and is
therefore difficult to assess. Loads should always be suspended as close to the floor as possible.
WARNING
Risk of injury from falling objects in the event of:
- Vacuum failure
- A collision, causing the load to break off
- Component failure resulting from overloading or unauthorized modifications
There is a risk that people in the vicinity could be hit, causing death or
serious injury!
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No person may sit or stand in the danger zone of the system.
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Only work when you have a good view of the entire working area.
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Pay attention to other people in the working area.
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Never transport the load above people.
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The swiveling point of the load must always be located within the working area
of the jib crane.
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Never release the control handle of the tube lifter while lifting a load.
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The working area must be secured by the operator. The persons/equipment
necessary to secure this area must be present during the lifting/transportation
process.
