Mid Size & Full Size RTs
Engine Powered
December 2007
Page 9
TM
Section 1 - About Your Aerial Platform
Safety Rules
Safety Precautions (Continued)
Know and understand the safety precautions before going on to next section.
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DO NOT
exceed the rated capacity of the
aerial platform. Do make sure the load is evenly
distributed on the platform.
•
DO NOT
attempt to free a snagged platform with
lower controls until personnel are removed from
the platform.
•
DO NOT
position the aerial platform against
another object to steady the platform.
•
DO NOT
place materials on the guardrails
or materials that exceed the confines of the
guardrails unless approved by Skyjack.
WARNING
Entering and exiting the aerial platform
should only be done using the three
points of contact.
• Use only equipped access openings.
• Enter and exit only when the aerial
platform is in the fully retracted
position.
•
Do use three points of contact to enter and exit
the platform. Enter and exit the platform from
the ground only. Face the aerial platform when
entering or exiting the platform.
•
Three points of contact means that two hands and
one foot or one hand and two feet are in contact
with the aerial platform or the ground at all times
during entering and exiting.
WARNING
An operator should not use any aerial
platform that:
•
does not appear to be working properly.
•
has been damaged or appears to have worn
or missing parts.
•
has alterations or modifications not approved
by the manufacturer.
•
has safety devices which have been altered
or disabled.
•
has been tagged or locked out for non-use or
repair.
Failure to avoid these hazards could
result in death or serious injury.
Jobsite Inspection
•
Do not use in hazardous locations.
•
Perform a thorough jobsite inspection prior to
operating the aerial platform, to identify potential
hazards in your work area.
•
Be aware of moving equipment in the area. Take
appropriate actions to avoid collision.
