JLG R6 - Manual (Page 12)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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1.2 PRE-OPERATION
Operator Training and Knowledge
• The Operation and Safety Manual must be read and under-
stood in its entirety before operating the machine. For clari-
fication, questions, or additional information regarding any
portions of this manual, contact JLG Industries, Inc.
• An operator must not accept operating responsibilities
until adequate training has been given by competent and
authorized persons.
• Allow only those authorized and qualified personnel to
operate the machine who have demonstrated that they
understand the safe and proper operation and mainte-
nance of the unit.
• Read, understand, and obey all DANGERS, WARNINGS, CAU-
TIONS, and operating instructions on the machine and in
this manual.
• Ensure that the machine is to be used in a manner which is
within the scope of its intended application as determined
by JLG.
• All operating personnel must be familiar with the emer-
gency controls and emergency operation of the machine as
specified in this manual.
• Read, understand, and obey all applicable employer, local,
and governmental regulations as they pertain to your utili-
zation and application of the machine.
Workplace Inspection
• Precautions to avoid all hazards in the work area must be
taken by the user before and during operation of the
machine.
• Do not operate or raise the platform from a position on
trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds or
other equipment unless the application is approved in writ-
ing by JLG.
• Before operation, check work area for overhead hazards
such as electric lines, bridge cranes, and other potential
overhead obstructions.
• Check floor surfaces for holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstruc-
tions, debris, concealed holes, and other potential hazards.