Use Of The Elevating Work Platform (Mewp) - JLG X17JPLUS Operator, Safety, And General Maintenance Manual

USING THE MACHINE
11.4.USE OF THE ELEVATING WORK PLATFORM (MEWP)
In the explanations contained in the following paragraphs, it is assumed that
the operator has already read and understood the contents of the previous
sections of this manual. Therefore, warnings and photos which are already
provided in other sections of this document will be repeated only when abso‐
lutely necessary.
The elevating work platforms are suitable for overhead jobs that are perfor‐
med by an operator from inside the basket. The platform must be used exclu‐
sively by skilled personnel who are aware of the position and functions of all
controls, instruments, indicators, warning lights and the meaning of the sti‐
ckers and indications on the machine. The operator must have understood the
platform operating procedures before using it. Correct use of the platform re‐
quires, as well as the presence of the operator (or operators) in the basket, also
the presence of an expert operator on the ground who has to supervise work
and be ready to intervene in case of dangerous situations and for any emer‐
gency operations. This implies that the personnel on the ground must be su‐
itably trained regarding the functions of the controls and the procedures for
use and that they have read the manual.
• Failure to comply with even one safety provision may cause injury/damage to
the operators and/or the machine.
• Keep a first aid box and a fire extinguisher near the work area. These must be
used in compliance with the regulations in force.
• Do not remain within the platform operating range. The area below must be
cordoned off; it is prohibited to throw objects from or towards the basket.
• Wear tight clothing and use all the PPE considered necessary based on the risk
analysis of each individual site (shoes, hard hats, gloves and safety belts).
• When the work needs to be performed by two or more persons, before starting
always agree on the correct procedure to follow. Always inform your fellow wor‐
kers before starting the procedure.
• At low temperatures start the motor and let it run for a few minutes, so that
the hydraulic oil circulates and reaches at least 20°C before operating the pla‐
tform.
• When climbing into the basket, fasten the safety harnesses immediately to the
appropriate fixing points before carrying out any operations. Remember that the
safety harnesses must be checked and TESTED PERIODICALLY
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