Vinten Radamec SE-500 Elevation Unit - Manual (Page 10)

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Safe operating zone and elevation unit footprint
Warning signs
Warning signs should be displayed prominently in the workplace as a reminder to trained personnel, and
a primary warning to untrained personnel and visitors.
A typical sign might read:
WARNING!:The safe operating zone for personnel is a minimum of 3 feet (1m)
outside of the elevation unit footprint. This allows time for the personnel to
avoid a elevation unit that starts to move at its maximum speed of approxi-
mately 1 foot per second (0.3m per second).
The elevation unit footprint is typically larger than the elevation unit base itself.
In most installations, the teleprompter is the piece of equipment mounted on the
head that protrudes the furthest beyond the base of the elevation unit. Or, it may
be the manual control bars on the rear that protrude the furthest. The footprint
must take into account the overhang of the teleprompter and/or manual control
bars as the head pans around.
If your operating practices require personnel to work less than 3 feet (1m) out-
side the elevation unit footprint, you must make sure that they are trained and
are aware of the hazards of working in a robot environment, including the spe-
cific hazards listed below. The forces are sufficient to cause personal injury, or
injury to others and therefore, caution is essential.
WARNING:
Robotic Pedestals, Heads &
Cameras
Move Suddenly
Without Warning