Snorkel MHP34J(Bi-Energy Option) - Manual (Page 10)

platform before attempts are made to free the
platform using ground controls.
Under normal working conditions it is best not to
transfer from the platform to another structure or
vice versa, unless that is the safest way to do the
job. Each situation must be judged separately tak-
ing the work environment into account. The follow-
ing guidelines apply:
1. Where possible, place the work platform over
a roof or walking structure to do the transfer.
2. Transfer your anchorage from one structure
to another before you step across.
3. Remember, you might be departing the work
platform to a structure where fall arrest is
required.
4. DO NOT climb the rails. Use the entrance.
All platform occupants MUST wear and use fall re-
straint. Attach fall restraints to the platform lanyard
anchor points.
DO NOT exceed the unrestricted platform capacity
as indicated on the capacity placard at the entrance
to the platform.
ENSURE all four stabilizer foot plates are in firm
contact with the ground as laid out on page 1-1
“Work Place Inspection and Practices”. DO NOT
raise the boom if the MHP12/34J is on soft ground.
Operate the boom only on a firm surface capable of
withstanding all load forces imposed by the aerial
work platform in all operating conditions.
Do Not carry loads from any point outside of the
platform.
Care shall be taken to prevent rope, electric cords,
and hoses, etc., from becoming entangled in the
aerial platform.
Raise the platform only when the MHP12/34J is on
level ground.
Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor.
Climbing on the guardrails is prohibited.
DO NOT use ladders, planks, or other devices to
extend or increase your work position from the plat-
form.
DO NOT jerk the controls. Move the controls slowly
and deliberately to avoid jerky and erratic opera-
tion. Always stop the controls in the neutral, off, po-
sition before going in the opposite direction.
DO NOT use the boom for any purpose other than
to position personnel, their tools, and materials.
DO NOT use the MHP12/34J as a crane, hoist, or
jack.
DO NOT operate the MHP12/34J in winds, or wind
gusts, of 28 mph 12.5 m/s) or more.
DO NOT add anything to the MHP12/34J that will
increase the wind loading (banners, flags, etc.).
❑ Crushing
Always look in the direction of travel. Avoid over-
head obstructions.
Never cover the floor grating or otherwise obstruct
your view below.
Make sure the area below the platform is free of
personnel before lowering.
■ General Safety Precautions
❑ Personnel Precautions
If you encounter any suspected malfunction of the
aerial platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe
condition relating to capacity, intended use, or safe
operation, cease operation and seek assistance
from management.
❑ Operator General Precautions
Make sure that all protective guards, cowlings, and
doors are in place and secure.
Be sure the guardrail system, including the gate, is
in place and secure.
❑ Mounting and Dismounting Precautions
Use three points of support when getting on or off
the platform (two hands and one foot or a similar set
of points). Keep the platform clean.
DO NOT jump off the machine.
DO NOT dismount while the boom is in motion.
❑ Starting and Stopping Precautions
DO NOT start until all personnel are clearly away
from the machine.
Before leaving the operator’s station, place the ma-
chine in the stowed position.
When leaving the machine parked or unattended,
remove the starter key from the Master Key
Switch.
❑ Operating Precautions
DO NOT modify the MHP12/34J in any way.
When parts or components are replaced, they shall
be identical or equivalent to original Snorkel parts
or components.
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