SkyTrak 6042 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 87)

Operation
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b. Width of the platform shall not be wider than the width of the
vehicle, measured across the load bearing tires plus 10" (250
mm) on each side.
c. Minimum space requirements for each person on the platform
shall not be less than 18" (450 mm) in either direction.
3. The platform shall have a 4" (100 mm) minimum high toe plate
around the perimeter of the platform. The toe plate may be omitted
at the access opening.
4. Protection must be provided for the personnel on the work platform
from any pinch points or moving parts while in their normal working
position on the platform.
5. Information prominently indicated on the work platform shall
include:
a. Maximum work load including personnel and equipment.
b. Weight of the empty platform.
6. Provide a means to securely mount and attach the platform so it
can:
a. Only be centered laterally on the vehicle and retained against
the vertical face of the forks, carriage or the lifting mechanism.
b. Prevent the platform from inadvertent pivoting.
7. The platform must have a restraining means such as a guardrail or
a means of securing personnel such as a body belt or lanyard for
each occupant of the platform.
8. The guardrail or similar structure shall have a nominal height to the
platform floor of 42" (1066 mm) around the perimeter of the plat-
form and include a midrail. The guardrail openings may be used to
provide alternate access openings provided the opening can be
easily made by hinging or removing sections, but must be easily put
back into original position when alternate openings are no longer
required.
9. The guardrail shall be capable of withstanding a concentrated hori-
zontal force of 200 lb (890 N) applied at the point of least resistance
without permanent deformation.