1.5 Hazards of Use
1.5.1 General
DANGER
Risk of electrocution
Because of the risk of electrocution, it is dangerous to use poles, levelling staffs and extensions
in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways.
Precautions:
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Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environ-
ment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and fol-
low their instructions.
WARNING
Distraction/loss of attention
During dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures, there is a danger of accidents
occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental conditions around, for example
obstacles, excavations or traffic.
Precautions:
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The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing
dangers.
WARNING
Inadequate securing of the working site
This can lead to dangerous situations, for example in traffic, on building sites and at industrial
installations.
Precautions:
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Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured.
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Adhere to the regulations governing safety, accident prevention and road traffic.
CAUTION
Not properly secured accessories
If the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the product is subjected to
mechanical shock, for example blows or falling, the product may be damaged or people can sus-
tain injury.
Precautions:
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When setting up the product, make sure that the accessories are correctly adapted, fitted,
secured, and locked in position.
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Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress.
WARNING
Lightning strike
If the product is used with accessories, for example masts, staffs, poles, you may increase the
risk of being struck by lightning.
Precautions:
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Do not use the product in a thunderstorm.
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