Snorkel XT24AL-sn10000+ - Manual (Page 41)

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Manufacturer's Safety Bulletins - The user shall comply with safety-related bulletins as
received from the manufacturer, dealer, or owner.
Responsibilities of Operators:
The information in this standard must be supplemented by good job management, safety
control, and the application of sound principles of safety, training, inspection, maintenance,
application and operation consistent with all data available regarding the parameters of intended
use and expected environment. Since the user has direct control over the application and operation
of aerial platforms, conformance with good safety practices in this area is the responsibility of the
user and the operating personnel, including the operator. Decisions on the use and operation of the
aerial platform must always be made with due consideration for the fact that the machine will be
carrying personnel whose safety is dependent on those decisions.
The operator shall be aware that the operating and safety manuals, including the manual
that defines the responsibilities of dealers, owners, leasers, lessees, users and operators are
stored on the aerial platform and the location where they are stored. The operator shall be
familiar with the manuals stored on the aerial platform and consult them when questions arise with
respect to the aerial platform.
Before each day or at the beginning of each shift, the aerial platform shall be given a visual
inspection and functional test including but not limited to the following:
1. Operating and emergency controls
2. Safety devices
3. Personal protective devices, including fall protection
4. Air, hydraulic and fuel system leaks
5. Cables and wiring harness
6. Loose or missing parts
7. Tires and wheels
8. Placards, warnings and control markings
9. Outriggers, stabilizers, and other structures
10. Guardrail system
11. Items specified by the manufacturer
Any problems or malfunctions that affect the safety of operations shall be repaired prior
to the use of the aerial platform.
The operator shall have been trained either on the same model of aerial platform or one
having operating characteristics and controls consistent with the one to be used during actual work
site operation. The operator trainee shall operate the aerial platform in an area free of
obstruction under the direction of the qualified person for a time sufficient to determine that the
trainee displays proficiency in knowledge and actual operation of the aerial platform. Only properly
trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate the aerial platform.
Before being authorized to operate the aerial platform, the operator shall have: