CMC S19N - General Prohibitions During MEWP Operation

MAN.219 Rev.8 ENG - Use and maintenance manual S19N page 33 of 71
It is strictly forbidden to level the basket when the machine is in
working position;
Do not operate when the MEWP is in failure;
It is forbidden to use the “platform control (emergency) position”
when there are operators inside the basket, unless there is emer-
gency or for testing operations before starting the work (which shall
be carried out without anyone in the basket): from downstairs, it is
difficult to esteem how far the basket and the MEWP structure com-
ponents are from possible obstacles;
➔ Follow the MEWP working diagram;
It is strictly forbidden to use the platform as a crane, to hang posters,
banners, poles, etc. to the basket or to any other part of the MEWP.;
Do not connect chain or ropes to the MEWP (since they could be
trapped amongst the MEWP moving parts or they could hook fixed
objects thus causing the machine overturn);
It is absolutely forbidden to lift or lower loads by using ropes and pul-
leys;
It is forbidden to lean out;
It is forbidden to use the MEWP for recreational purposes;
Do not perform the basket rotation operation together with other op-
erations;
No material shall fall from above: fasten the working material proper-
ly;
Do not throw objects (tools) upside down or vice versa.
In case of works like pruning, plants maintenance, etc., it is forbid-
den to let trunks, pipes, poles etc. fall inside the basket or on the
MEWP structure: they can severely impair the MEWP stability;
➔ During works like paintings, etc., protect yourselves and the machine;
It is strictly forbidden to put tools, body parts in the areas marked by
the stickers indicating crushing, shearing hazard; keep manuals
away from any hole or slit;
It is forbidden to use tools not complying with the laws in force;
➔ When working at low temperatures, it is necessary to perform some in-
vain operation so that the hydraulic circuit oil reaches the operating)
temperature;
It is forbidden to let people walk or stay within the MEWP working
area;
It is forbidden to stay on the counter frame floor, during MEWP op-
erations.
➔ Firmly cling to the basket eyelets during lift and descent;
➔ Controls shall be started by slow and gradual movements:
Do not operate controls swiftly and suddenly
It is forbidden to make the platform swing;
➔ Check the MEWP stability during all the operations phases;
➔ Do not move the MEWP during the working operations;
➔ Keep enough safety distance from the obstacles: avoid contacts with
fixed (buildings, etc.) and moving (vehicles, cranes, etc.) objects, with
the truck cabin, with the outriggers and with other structure parts;
It is forbidden to use ladders or tables on the basket in order to in-
crease the MEWP outreach or working height;