JLG 40RTS Operator Manual - Manual (Page 11)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3120825 – JLG Lift – 1-3
• Platform-to-structure transfers at elevated positions are
discouraged. Where transfer is necessary, enter/exit
through the gate only with the platform within 1 foot
(0.3m) of a safe and secure structure. 100% tie-off is
also required in this situation using two lanyards. One
lanyard must be attached to the platform with the sec-
ond lanyard attached to the structure. The lanyard con-
nected to the platform must not be disconnected until
the transfer to the structure is safe and complete.
Electrocution Hazards
• This machine is not insulated and does not provide
protection from contact or proximity to electrical cur-
rent.
• Maintain safe distance from electrical lines, apparatus,
or any energized (exposed or insulated) parts accord-
ing to the Minimum Safe Approach Distance (MSAD)
as shown in Table 1-1.
• Allow for machine movement and electrical line sway-
ing.
DO NOT MANEUVER MACHINE OR PERSONNEL INSIDE PROHIB-
ITED ZONE (MSAD). ASSUME ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS AND WIR-
ING ARE ENERGIZED UNLESS KNOWN OTHERWISE.
Tipping Hazards
• The user should be familiar with the surface before
driving. Do not exceed the allowable sideslope and
grade while driving..
• Do not elevate platform or drive with platform elevated
while on a sloping, uneven, or soft surface.
• Before driving on floors, bridges, trucks, and other sur-
faces, check allowable capacity of the surfaces.
• Never exceed the maximum platform capacity. Distrib-
ute loads evenly on platform floor.
Table 1-1.Minimum Safe Approach Distances (M.S.A.D.)
Voltage Range
(Phase to Phase)
MINIMUM SAFE APPROACH
DISTANCE
in Feet (Meters)
0 to 300V AVOID CONTACT
Over 300V to 50 KV 10 (3)
Over 50KV to 200 KV 15 (5)
Over 200 KV to 350 KV 20 (6)
Over 350 KV to 500 KV 25 (8)
Over 500 KV to 750 KV 35 (11)
Over 750 KV to 1000 KV 45 (14)
NOTE: This requirement shall apply except where
employer, local or governmental regulations
are more stringent.