SkyTrak 6042 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 16)

14 Model 6042 Origin 2/04
Safety Practices
1. Preparation and Prevention
Know the location and function of all vehicle controls.
Make sure all persons are away from the vehicle and that the travel
select lever is in the (N) NEUTRAL position and the Neutral Lock Lever
is in the (N) NEUTRAL LOCK position with the parking brake switch
engaged before starting the engine.
Holes, obstructions, debris and other worksite hazards can cause death
or serious personal injury. Always walk around and look for these and
other hazards before operating the vehicle in a new worksite.
Prevent accidents when you move the vehicle around the worksite.
Know the rules for movement of people and vehicles on the worksite.
Have a person act as a lookout for you. Follow the instructions of
signals and signs.
DO NOT operate the vehicle unless all hazard and instructional decals
are in place and readable. (Replace all missing, illegible, or damaged
decals.)
2. Clearances
Look out for and avoid other personnel, machinery and vehicles in the
area. Use a spotter if you do not have a clear view of conditions that
affect clearances. Travel with the boom fully retracted and lowered as
far as possible while still maintaining enough ground clearance for
conditions.
Always check boom clearances carefully before driving underneath
door openings, bridges, etc.
Always check for power lines when raising the boom. Beware of
overhead wires. Contact with electrical power lines can result in
electrocution. See “Electrocution Hazards” on page 15.
3. Visual Obstruction
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can decrease vision and cause an accident.
Always stop or slow the vehicle until the obstruction clears and the
worksite is visible again. Have a lookout person assist you.
Where the load will obstruct the operator’s vision, it is recommended
that the vehicle be operated in REVERSE, looking backwards in the
direction of travel. Travel at a slower speed and get someone to direct
you.
Operational Considerations