JLG T500J Operator Manual - Manual (Page 20)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY
1-8 – JLG Lift – 3121197
Crushing and Collision Hazards
• Approved head gear must be worn by all operating and
ground personnel.
• Check work area for clearances overhead, on sides, and bot-
tom of platform when lifting or lowering platform, and driving.
• During operation, keep all body parts inside platform railing.
• Always post a lookout when driving in areas where vision is
obstructed.
• Keep non-operating personnel at least 6 ft. (1.8m) away from
machine during all operations.
• Under all travel conditions, the operator must limit travel
speed according to conditions of ground surface, congestion,
visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other factors caus-
ing hazards of collision or injury to personnel.
• Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent obstacles from
striking or interfering with operating controls and persons in
the platform.
• Be sure that operators of other overhead and floor level
machines are aware of the aerial work platform’s presence. Dis-
connect power to overhead cranes.
• Warn personnel not to work, stand, or walk under a raised
boom or platform. Position barricades on floor if necessary.