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Section 6 – Additional Procedures Use the platform control console from the ground
6.3 Use the platform control
console from the ground
WARNING
The correct operator location is with the platform
control console attached to the right-front side
of the platform. Only operate the MEWP from the
ground in these conditions:
▪
To do maintenance
▪
When you cannot do work safely from the
position of the operator on the platform
because of an obstruction
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
6.3-1 Remove the platform control
console
WARNING
Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact
principle when you use the MEWP to enter or exit
the platform. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.
1. Enter the platform and close the gate.
2. Remove the control console mounting bracket
lock-pin
1
from the mounting bracket. Remove
the platform control console from the mounting
bracket.
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3. Put the platform control console down on the
platform floor.
4. Exit the platform and close the gate.
6.3-2 Operate the MEWP from the ground
WARNING
Make sure the operator and the platform control
console point in the same direction as the front of
the MEWP.
Do not drive the MEWP toward yourself.
Keep away from crush hazards. Stay clear of the
MEWP and out of the direction of travel.
When you use a ramp to drive the MEWP on to or
remove it from a transport vehicle, make sure all
personnel, which includes the operator:
▪
Stay away from the direction of a possible
tip-over of the MEWP.
▪
Stay out of the path of movement of the
MEWP down the ramp.
If you do not obey these instructions, there is a
risk of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Make sure the platform control console does not
become entangled with the MEWP or objects that
surround the MEWP. If you do not obey, there is a
risk of MEWP damage.
1. Before you operate the MEWP, do a full worksite
inspection to identify possible hazards in your
work area. Refer to Section 2.4.
2. Cordon-off the pathway you plan to travel.