Snorkel XT24SD-sn000001+ - Manual (Page 41)

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The aerial platform shall be used in accordance with this Document of Responsibility and the
Operations and Maintenance Manual. The user shall direct the operator to ensure the following
before each elevation of the platform:
a)
That the aerial platform is operated on a surface within the limits specified by the
manufacturer
b)
That the outriggers, stabilizers, extendable axles, or other stabilizing methods are used as
required by the manufacturer
c) That the guardrails are installed and access gates or openings are closed per
manufacturer's instructions
d) That the load and its distribution on the platform and any platform extension are in
accordance with the manufacturer's rated capacity for that specific configuration
e) That there is adequate clearance from overhead obstructions
f) That the minimum safe approach distances to energized power lines and parts, as listed are
maintained.
g) That the precautions that are listed in this document are followed during operation of the
aerial platform
IT SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO DETERMINE THE HAZARD
CLASSIFICATION OF ANY PARTICULAR ATMOSPHERE OR LOCATION. AERIAL PLATFORMS
OPERATED IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS SHALL BE APPROVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND
OF THE TYPE REQUIRED BY ANSI/NFPA 505-1987.
The user shall direct his operating personnel and supervise the work to ensure operation in
compliance with the requirements the following statements of warning and instruction.
Personnel Footing - Personnel shall maintain a firm footing on the platform floor while working
thereon. Use of planks, ladders, or any other device on the aerial platform for achieving additional
height or reach shall be prohibited.
Other Moving Equipment - When other moving equipment or vehicles are present, special precaution
shall be taken to comply with local ordinances or safety standards established for the workplace.
Warnings such as, but not limited to, flags, roped-off areas, flashing lights, and barricades shall be
used.
Reporting Problems or Malfunctions - The operator shall immediately report to the supervisor any
problems or malfunctions that become evident during operation. Any problems or malfunctions that
affect the safety or operations shall be repaired prior to continued use of the aerial platform.
Altering Safety Devices - Altering or disabling of interlocks or other safety devices shall be
prohibited.
Entanglement - Care shall be taken to prevent rope, electric cords, hoses, etc., from becoming
entangled in the aerial platform.
Capacity Limitation - Aerial platform rated capacities shall not be exceeded when loads are
transferred to the platform at any height.