Snorkel SRT2670 - Manual (Page 12)

❑ Electrocution
The SRT is an all metal, NON-INSULATED, aerial
work platform.
DO NOT operate it near ELECTRICAL conductors.
Regard all conductors as being energized.
DO NOT operate outside during a thunderstorm.
❑ Tipover and Falling Hazards
On scissor lifts, like the SRT, personal fall protec-
tion is not required by ANSI, Fedral OSHA,
AS1418-10-1996, NZ Code of Practice for Ele-
vating Work Platforms, nor Snorkel. However, fall
restraint might be required by work regulations. If
so, the user is responsible for fitness and method of
use.
DO NOT operate the SRT from a position on trucks,
trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds, or
similar equipment unless the application is ap-
proved in writing by Snorkel.
If the platform or elevating assembly becomes
caught, snagged, or otherwise prevented from nor-
mal motion by an adjacent structure or other obsta-
cles such that control reversal does not free the
platform, remove all personnel from the 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
next to 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.
DO NOT exceed the platform capacity nor the plat-
form-extension capacity as indicated on the capac-
ity placards located at the entrance to the platform
and on the toeboard of the platform extension.
DO NOT raise the platform if the SRT is on soft
ground. Operate the platform only on a firm surface
capable of withstanding all load forces imposed by
the aerial 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.
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 platform for any purpose other
than to position personnel, their tools, and materi-
als.
DO NOT use the SRT as a crane, hoist, or jack.
DO NOT operate the SRT in winds, or wind gusts, of
28 mph 12.5 m/s) or more.
DO NOT add anything to the SRT 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.
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