POP UP MI - SAFETY DOS AND DONTS - ALWAYS

SAFETY DOS AND DON’TS - ALWAYS
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Always read and understand this guide before you begin assembly.
Always ensure that all safety requirements are met and that MI TOWER STAIRS is the correct
access solution for the task you wish to perform.
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Always ensure that MI TOWER STAIRS is assembled and dismantled by a qualified, competent person.
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Always cordon off the work area creating a zone with a radius that is 1m greater than the
total height of MI TOWER STAIRS.
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Always wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment for the task being performed.
Gloves, steel toecap boots, a hard hat and suitable clothing must be worn by all persons.
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Always tie back long hair and remove items of loose jewellery.
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Always perform a full risk assessment prior to assembling or using MI TOWER STAIRS and abide
by your findings.
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Always prevent access to unauthorised persons if you have no other option but to leave
MI TOWER unattended and if this is not possible then MI TOWER STAIRS must be dismantled.
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Always make tools and materials required for the assembly of your MI TOWER STAIRS are made
available on site.
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Always ensure you properly assess the risk/method if tools or materials are hoisted to the
platform via a rope.
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Always access platforms from within MI TOWER STAIRS and via the 4 rung frames positioned at
the platform’s trap door end. Keep your feet in the middle of the rungs and grip the upper
rungs with your hands.
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Always erect MI TOWER STAIRS on smooth level ground that is capable of supporting its own weight,
the user and any tools or materials without subsidence and free of obstructions.
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Always use your MI TOWER STAIRS in accordance with the instructions contained within this
assembly guide.
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Always use your MI TOWER STAIRS in accordance with National Regulations.
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Always remove persons and loose materials from your MI TOWER STAIRS before attempting to
move it.
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