Snorkel XT24AL-sn10000+ - Manual (Page 40)

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Capacity Limitation - Aerial platform rated capacities shall not be exceeded when loads are
transferred to the platform at any height.
Work Area - The operator shall ensure that the area surrounding the aerial platform is
clear of personnel and equipment before lowering the platform.
Battery Charging - Batteries shall be charged in a well-ventilated area free of flame,
sparks, or other hazards that may cause fire or explosion.
Platform Positioning - The aerial platform shall not be positioned against another object to
steady the platform.
Misuse as a Crane - The aerial platform shall not be used as a crane.
Operating Areas - The aerial platform shall not be operated from a position on trucks,
trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds, or similar equipment, unless the application is
approved in writing by the manufacturer.
Travel Conditions - Under all travel conditions, the operator shall limit travel speed
according to conditions of ground surface, congestion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and
other factors causing hazards of collision or injury to personnel.
Unauthorized Use - Means shall be used to protect against use by unauthorized person(s).
Operation of the Aerial Platform - If a user is also the operator of an aerial platform, the
user shall have the responsibilities of operators specified in Responsibilities of Operators section
of this standard as well as Responsibilities of Users as specified in this Document of Responsibility.
Assistance to Operator - If a user is unable to answer any operator's questions relating to
rated capacity, intended use, maintenance, condition, or safety of operation of the aerial platform,
the user shall obtain the proper information from the dealer, owner, or manufacturer and provide
that information to the operator before use of the aerial platform in the application of concern.
Shutdown of Aerial Platform - The user shall authorize and direct the operating personnel
to cease operation of the aerial platform in case of any suspected malfunctions of the aerial
platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe condition that may be encountered, and to request
further information as to safe operation from the owner, dealer, or manufacturer before further
operation of the aerial platform.
Record Retention - The user shall retain the following records for at least 3 years:
1. Records of the operator(s) trained on each model of an aerial platform.
2. Written records of the frequent and annual inspections shall be kept by the user when
performing the inspections. The records shall include the date of inspection, any
deficiencies found, the corrective action recommended and identification of the person(s)
performing the repair.
3. Written records of all repairs accomplished on the aerial platform, including the date of any
such repair, a description of the work accomplished, and the identification of the person(s)
performing the repair.
Modifications - A user shall not modify or concur in modification of an aerial platform
without the specific written approval of the manufacturer of the aerial platform.