JLG 260MRT Operator Manual - Manual (Page 19)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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• If scissor arm assembly or platform is caught so that one
or more wheels are off the ground, all persons must be
removed before attempting to free the machine. Use
cranes, forklift trucks, or other appropriate equipment to
stabilize machine and remove personnel.
Crushing and Collision Hazards
• Approved head gear must be worn by all operating and
ground personnel.
• Keep hands and limbs out of the scissor arm assembly
during operation.
• Watch for obstructions around machine and overhead
when driving. Check clearances above, on sides, and bot-
tom of platform when lifting or lowering platform.
• During operation, keep all body parts inside platform rail-
ing.
• Always post a lookout when driving in areas where vision
is obstructed.
• Keep non-operating personnel at least 1.8m. (6 ft.) away
from machine during all driving operations.
• Under all travel conditions, the operator must limit travel
speed according to conditions of ground surface, conges-
tion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other fac-
tors causing hazards of collision or injury to personnel.
• Be aware of stopping distances in all drive speeds. When
driving in high speed, switch to low speed before stop-
ping. Travel grades in low speed only.
• Do not use high speed drive in restricted or close quarters
or when driving in reverse.
• Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent obstacles
from striking or interfering with operating controls and per-
sons in the platform.
• Ensure that operators of other overhead and floor level
machines are aware of the aerial work platform’s pres-
ence. Disconnect power to overhead cranes. Barricade
floor area if necessary.
• Avoid operating over ground personnel. Warn personnel
not to work, stand, or walk under a raised platform. Posi-
tion barricades on floor as necessary.