SUTPHEN TOWERS, INC. 2012
Manual-2012
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8/31/2012
OPERATION SAFETY POINTS
The aerial tower is only as good or as safe as the operator is competent. Continued training
and familiarization is essential.
Personnel should not climb the aerial tower until the ground operator indicates it is safe to do
so.
Do not operate turntable controls while personnel are climbing the tower.
Personnel should use a life belt when operating off aerial tower.
At night, the entire aerial tower should be well lighted.
Do not forcefully extend the end of the tower against a structure.
Never use the tower as a battering ram.
Never use the aerial tower for pulling down walls or structural members.
Never willingly or intentionally abuse an aerial tower by careless handling, overloading, or use
for which it was not designed.
Operate the aerial tower with deliberate motions and smooth application of power.
The operator should always remain at the aerial controls while the aerial tower is in use.
Stabilizers with ground pads should always be used when operating the aerial tower.
Safety locks on stabilizers should always be in place.
Most problems encountered with operation of the tower are caused by inadequate
maintenance. To keep the tower fully operational, routine maintenance policies must be
followed.
Frequently inspect the chassis and running gear, and maintain in good mechanical condition
following recommended schedules in this manual. The aerial tower is of no use unless it can be
transported to where it is needed. Careful, safe driving rules should be observed for the same
reason.
Carefully and frequently check and inspect the entire aerial tower equipment for loose bolts or rivets;
unlubricated bearing surfaces; bent, warped, or twisted parts; hydraulic leaks; defective electric
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