Safety
In the event of accidents
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2.8 Requirements for operating and maintenance personnel
The independent operation and maintenance of the machine is restricted exclusively
to persons who are of age and:
must have a required and valid driver's license (when driving on public roads), are
physically and mentally suitable,
are not under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicine which may impair the
reactions of the machine operator in any manner,
have been instructed about operation and maintenance of the machine and have
proven their ability to the entrepreneur,
have been instructed by the entrepreneur about their specific obligation for safe dri-
ving of the machine,
are familiar with the vicinity and it may be expected that they will reliably discharge
the tasks assigned to them,
are specifically authorized by the entrepreneur.
The operating personnel must thoroughly read and understand the operating instruc-
tions of the machine.
All maintenance work which is not specifically the responsibility of the operator may
only be carried out by instructed or trained maintenance personnel. Some activities
may only be performed by people expressly authorized by ROPA for these activities.
In case of doubt, ask the manufacturer whether you may perform a specific activity
yourself without any hazard.
ADVICE
Forms for instruction on safety given for operating and maintenance personnel are
included in this operating manual. When needed, please copy these forms before
completing them.
2.9 Use of the boarding steps
For safety reasons, always face the machine when ascending or descending the
boarding steps. When ascending or descending, always use both hands to hold on
to both handrails and remember to always grasp the handrails firmly when using the
boarding steps.
The safety rail at the upper end of the boarding steps serves as a fall arrester
(guardrail). Please bear in mind that this safety rail always closes automatically and
can not be blocked in any way. For safety reasons, this safety rail must not be perma-
nently held open.
2.10 In the event of accidents
In the event of accidents involving personal injury, the machine must be shut down
immediately. To the extent required, immediately necessary first aid measures must
be initiated, medical assistance called in and the next accessible supervisor should be
informed.
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