Preparation, Inspection, And Maintenance - JLG EC450AJ Operation & Safety Manual

User Responsibilities, Machine Preparation, and Inspection
2.1.4 Machine Familiarization
Note: Responsibilities for familiarization may vary by region.
Only properly trained personnel who have received unit-specific familiarization shall
operate a MEWP. The user shall determine if personnel are qualified to operate the
MEWP prior to operation. The user shall ensure that after familiarization, the operator
operates the MEWP for a sufficient period of time to achieve proficiency. When
authorized by the user, self-familiarization can be achieved, if authorized, by a properly
trained operator reading, understanding and following the manufacturer's operator's
manual.
Prior to user's authorization of an operator to use a specific model of MEWP, the user
shall ensure the operator is familiarized on the following:
1. Location of the manual storage compartment and the requirement to ensure the
required manual(s) are present on the MEWP;
2. Purpose and function of the machine controls and indicators at the platform and
ground control stations;
3. Purpose, location, and function of the emergency controls;
4. Operating characteristics and limitations;
5. Features and devices;
6. Accessories and optional equipment.
2.2

PREPARATION, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE

The following table covers machine inspections and maintenance required by JLG
Industries, Inc. Consult local regulations for further requirements for MEWPs. The
frequency of inspections and maintenance must be increased as necessary when the
machine is used in a harsh or hostile environment, if the machine is used with increased
frequency, or if the machine is used in a severe manner.
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