Snorkel SR SERIES - Manual (Page 7)

1. SAFETY
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SAFE OPERATION
The following safety information is vitally
important for safe operation of an SR. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in personal
injury or DEATH.
Y Pre-start Inspection
Prior to each shift, the SR shall be given a visual
inspection and function test. (See the “DAILY
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE” chapter in this
manual for a list of items to inspect and test.)
Do not operate an SR unless you are trained and
authorized, understand the operating
characteristics of the SR, and have inspected
and tested all functions to be sure they are in
proper working order. (See the “DAILY
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE” chapter.)
Y Y Work Place Inspection and Practices
Do not use an SR as a ground for welding.
Ground to the work piece.
Before an SR is used, and during use, check the
area in which it is to be used for possible hazards
such as, but not limited to:
• drop-offs or holes,
• side slopes,
• bumps and floor obstructions,
• debris,
• overhead obstructions and electrical
conductors,
• hazardous locations,
• inadequate surface and support to withstand
all load forces imposed by the aerial platform
in all operating configurations,
• wind and weather conditions,
• presence of unauthorized persons,
• other possible unsafe conditions.
Before using the aerial platform in any hazardous
(classified) location, make certain it is approved
and of the type required by ANSI/NFPA 505 for
use in that particular location.
A recommended safety practice is to have
ground personnel, who are trained in the
operation of SR emergency controls, working in
the immediate vicinity of an elevated SR. In the
event of an emergency, they can assist the
platform operator.
When moving the platform, check the clearance
around the SR to avoid contact with structures or
other hazards. Always look in the direction of
motion.
Keep ground personnel from under the platform
when the platform is raised.
Secure all accessories, containers, tools, and
other materials in the platform to prevent them
from accidentally falling or being kicked off the
platform.
Do not engage in any form of “horseplay” or
“stunt driving” while operating an SR.
Do not permit riders on the machine anyplace
other than on the platform.
Remove all loose objects stored in or on the
machine, particularly in the platform. Remove all
objects which do not belong in or on the
machine.
When other moving equipment is in the area,
take special precautions to comply with local
regulations regarding warnings.
Never steady the platform by positioning it
against another platform.
Do not operate an SR that is not functioning
properly, or has been damaged, until the
machine has been repaired by a qualified
maintenance person.
Do not operate an SR that does not have all its
decals and placards attached and legible.
Drive the machine with care and at speeds
compatible with conditions. Use extra caution
when driving over rough ground, on slopes, and
when turning.
Know and understand the job site traffic-flow
patterns and obey the flagmen, road signs, and
signals.
Watch for bystanders and never allow anyone to
be under, or to reach through, the machine and
its equipment while operating.
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