1 — SAFETY
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• NEVER allow electrode contact with any part of the basket if welding is being
performed from the platform.
• NEVER use without the outriggers fully extended, locked, and firmly based.
When on soft surfaces, ALWAYS use outrigger base plates.
• NEVER override or by-pass manufacturer's safety devices.
• NEVER attach a safety harness to an adjacent structure, pole, or equipment
while working from the boom platform.
• NEVER release outrigger locks or move unit with a person or materials on
board.
• NEVER release the outriggers or move the trailer with the boom extended.
• NEVER stand or sit on cage bars. Work only within the work cage and do not
lean out over the cage to perform work.
• NEVER attempt to increase working height with boxes, ladders, or other means.
• NEVER operate this equipment when exposed to high winds, thunderstorms, ice,
or any other weather conditions that would compromise operator safety.
• NEVER allow ropes, electric cords, hoses, etc. to become entangled in the
equipment when the basket is being raised or lowered.
• NEVER exceed manufacturer's load limits or use the lift as a crane for lifting
heavy materials. Make sure all tools and equipment are safely stowed.
• NEVER exceed load ratings by transferring loads to the basket at elevated
heights.
• NEVER use cage to carry materials and never allow overhang of materials when
raising or lowering the basket.
• NEVER push or pull with the boom or basket and NEVER use the boom to lift
any part of the trailer.
• NEVER use the boom or basket to place a “dead man” load against any struc-
ture, materials, or equipment.
• NEVER climb up or down boom.
• NEVER leave the keys in the boom lift while unattended or not in use.
