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Section 5 – Operation
This section provides the necessary information
needed to operate the MEWP. Carefully read and
completely understand the operating manual and all
warnings and instruction labels (refer to Section 8 –
Labels) on the MEWP.
WARNING
DO NOT operate this MEWP without proper
authorization and training. Failure to avoid this
hazard could result in death or serious injury.
Before operating this MEWP, perform the following
steps:
1. Visual and daily maintenance inspections (refer
to 4.2 Visual & Daily Maintenance Inspections)
2. Function tests (refer to 4.3 Function Tests)
3. Jobsite inspection (refer to 2.4 Jobsite
Inspection).
4. If, as a result of the risk assessment, the need
for rescue planning is identied, a system of
communication shall be established between
people working on the platform and nominated
support personnel trained in the use of ground
controls for platform retrieval.
WARNING
An operator should not use any MEWP that:
▪
does not appear to be working properly.
▪
has been damaged or appears to have worn
or missing parts.
▪
has alterations or modications not approved
by the manufacturer.
▪
has safety devices which have been altered or
disabled.
Failure to avoid these hazards could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
DO NOT operate MEWP under engine power in
an enclosed space. Use only in an open or well-
ventilated area.