Prestart Inspection; Work Place Inspection And Practices; Operation - Snorkel AB46JE Operator's Manual

Chapter 3 – Safety

Prestart Inspection

Perform a prestart inspection before each shift as de-
scribed in Chapter 8. Do not use the aerial platform on
the job unless you are trained and authorized to do so.

Work Place Inspection and Practices

Do not use the aerial platform as a ground connection
when welding.
• The welding ground clamp must be attached to the
same structure that is being welded.
• Electrical current fl ow can be very intense, causing
serious internal damage to some components.
Inspect the area before and during aerial platform use.
The following are some potential hazards that may be in
the work place:
• Debris
• Slopes
• Drop-offs or holes
• Bumps and fl oor obstructions
• Overhead obstructions
• Unauthorized persons
• High voltage conductors
• Wind and weather conditions
• Inadequate surface and support to withstand load
forces applied by the aerial platform in all operating
confi gurations
Before using the aerial platform in any hazardous (clas-
sified) location, make certain it is approved and of the
type required by ANSI/NFPA 505 for use in that particular
location.
Know and understand the job site traffic-flow patterns and
obey the flagmen, road signs, and signals.
While operating the aerial platform, a good safety prac-
tice is to have qualified personnel in the immediate work
area to:
• Help in case of an emergency
• Operate emergency controls as required
• Watch for loss of control by platform operator
• Warn the operator of any obstructions or hazards that
may not be obvious to them
• Watch for soft terrain, sloping surfaces, drop-offs, etc.
where stability could be jeopardized
• Watch for bystanders and never allow anyone to
be under, or to reach through the booms while
operating the aerial platform
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Danger
Pinch points may exist between moving components.
Death or serious injury will result from becoming
trapped between components, buildings, structures,
or other obstacles. Make sure there is sufficient clear-
ance around the machine before moving the chassis,
booms, or platform. Allow sufficient room and time
to stop movement to avoid contact with structures
or other hazards.
Always look in the direction of movement.
• Drive with care and at speeds compatible with the
work place conditions.
• Use caution when driving over rough ground, on
slopes, and when turning.
• Do not engage in any form of horseplay or permit rid-
ers any place other than in the platform.
Secure all accessories, containers, tools, and other ma-
terials in the platform to prevent them from accidentally
falling or being kicked off the platform. Remove all objects
that do not belong in or on the aerial platform.
Never steady the platform by positioning it against an-
other platform.
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Warning
The potential for an accident increases when operat-
ing an aerial platform that is damaged or malfunction-
ing. Death or serious injury could result from such
accidents. Do not operate the aerial platform if it is
damaged or malfunctioning.
Do not operate the aerial platform if it is damaged or not
functioning properly. Qualified maintenance personnel
must correct the problem before putting the aerial platform
back into service.

Operation

Use three points of support when entering or exiting the
platform. For example, use two hands and one foot when
climbing into the platform.
Never cover the platform floor grating or otherwise ob-
struct your view below. Make sure the area below the
platform is free of personnel before lowering.
Keep both feet positioned firmly on the platform floor.
• Operate the controls slowly and deliberately to avoid
jerky and erratic operation.
• Always stop the controls in neutral before going in the
opposite direction.
Do not dismount while the aerial platform is in motion or
jump off the platform.
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