03/10/03
rev. 3/6/2017
WP, MANUAL
Copyright 2017 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
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Platform occupants must ALWAYS use personal fall protection equipment securely attached to the platform at an
anchorage point (see “Operation and use” diagrams on p. 9) as long as the platform is elevated. Only disconnect from an
anchorage point when the platform rests securely on the ground.
DO NOT use UNLESS each label shown in Fig. 12 on p. 14 is affixed to the platform, undamaged and readable.
Occupant safety depends on maintaining a work platform in level, horizontal position. Only use work platforms on
improved surfaces (asphalt or concrete) that are even and level.
DO NOT mount a work platform on a telehandler, aka boom lift, or rough terrain forklift,
even if
the handler will be used
on level concrete or asphalt.
Inspections:
Before each use inspect the listed components:
1. Tine lock(s): confirm normal function. Model specific tine lock information appears on p. 8.
2. Snap hook attached to the free end of the nylon safety strap: confirm
that the spring latch automatically closes securely against the hook as
shown in the diagram to the right. If the hook, nylon strap, or latch is
damaged, do not use the platform until a complete, new safety strap is
obtained and attached to the platform D-link (see p. 9).
3. Gate latch(es):
WP-3737-FD: confirm that each gate latch functions normally (see
“Step 4” on p. 11);
SP-175 series: confirm chains, D-links, snap rings and D-links are
undamaged;
WP-series: gate(s) are spring-actuated and should automatically
close when released. If a gate(s) does not automatically close,
replace the spring before resuming use of the platform.
4. Handrails: check the rails, rail welds, and points of attachment to the platform for bending, warping and
cracking.
5. Lanyard attachment points: check the anchorage weldment (see diagrams on p. 9) and points of attachment to
the mast guard for bending, warping, or cracking.
6. Casters (if equipped with WP-CA kit): check the casters to confirm that each one is properly seated within the
corner handrail posts (see p. 12).
7. Product labels: all labels should be readable and located as shown in the diagram on p. 14. If a label(s) is
unreadable or missing, contact Vestil to order a replacement.
At least 1 time per month, inspect:
1. Fasteners
(hardware):
Mast guard hinge - bolts, nuts, washers;
Tine lock - pins, cotter pins, spring pins, and tine brackets (see p. 8);
Gates – chains, latches, hinges, pins, springs.
2. Casters: look for excessive wear, bending or cracking; if present, do not use the casters to move the platform
until the damaged caster(s) is replaced.
3. Fork pockets: confirm that each pocket is structurally sound, not corroded or rusted. Do not use the platform if
the fork pockets are structurally compromised or excessively rusted or corroded.
4. Welds: confirm that all welds are intact.
5. Obvious damage to, or structural deformation of, handrails, gate(s), or the platform itself.
6. Overall condition of platform: the structure should be clean, square and rigid, and free of rust and corrosion.
Remove dirt and debris. Do not use the platform if the base is excessively rusted or corroded.
Nylon safety strap
hook
spring
latch
