Snorkel XT24AL-sn10000+ User Manual

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1. Been instructed by a qualified person in the intended purpose and function of each of the

controls.

2. Read and understood the manufacturers/owners operating instruction and safety rules, or

been trained by a qualified person on the contents of the manufacturers/owner's operating
instructions and safety rules.

3. Understood by reading or by having a qualified person explain all decals, warnings, and

instructions displayed on the aerial platform.

Before the aerial platform is used and during use, the user shall check the area in which the aerial
platform is to be used for possible hazards such as, but not limited to:

1. Drop-offs or holes
2. Bumps and floor obstructions
3. Debris
4. Overhead obstructions and high voltage conductors
5. Hazardous locations
6. Inadequate surface and support to withstand all load forces imposed by the aerial platform

in all operating configurations

7. Wind and weather conditions
8. Other possible unsafe conditions
9. Presence of unauthorized persons

The aerial platform shall be used in accordance with this Document of Responsibility and the
Operations and Maintenance Manual. The user shall direct the operator to ensure the following
before each elevation of the platform:

1. That the aerial platform is operated on a surface within the limits specified by the

manufacturer

2. That the outriggers, stabilizers, extendable axles, or other stabilizing methods are used as

required by the manufacturer

3. That the guardrails are installed and access gates or openings are closed per

manufacturer's instructions

4. That the load and its distribution on the platform and any platform extension are in

accordance with the manufacturer's rated capacity for that specific configuration

5. That there is adequate clearance from overhead obstructions
6. That the minimum safe approach distances to energized power lines and parts, as listed are

maintained.

7. That the precautions that are listed in this document are followed during operation of the

aerial platform