Working under a GC our subs dropped a caulking gun from a scissor lift hitting the ground damaging concrete and could have hit a person.

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# Important Safety Information ## AWarning The potential for an accident increases when proper safety procedures are not followed while using the PFAS. Death or serious injury can result from such accidents. Read, under- stand, and follow the safety information in this manual and in the aerial lift Operator's Manual to help prevent injury. The operator bears ultimate responsibility for following all manufacturer's instructions and warnings, regulations and safety rules of their employer and/or any state or federal law. ## Maintenance Every person who maintains, inspects, tests, or repairs the PFAS components must be qualified to do so. Daily inspection will help keep the com- ponents in optimum working condition. Other maintenance functions must be performed by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not modify this PFAS and its associated components without prior written consent of the Snorkel Engineering Department. Modification may void the warranty, adversely affect stability, or affect the operational characteristics of the aerial platform. ## Placards and Decals Include the PFAS placards and decals in the daily Prestart Inspection of the machine. Make certain they are in place, in good condition, and are legible. The placards and decals may be cleaned with soap and water, and a soft cloth if the words or pictures cannot be seen. ## ACaution Solvents may contain hazardous ingredients. Follow the manufacturer's label for proper use and disposal. Wear protective gloves and splash-proof safety glasses when using solvents. Wet paint overspray may be removed using a natural biodegradable solvent and a soft cloth. Replace any missing or illegible placards or de- cals before operating the aerial platform. Placard and decal kits are available from Snorkel. The PFAS placards and decals are illustrated below. 0182149 ARROW UP ARROW DOWN 0182147 A DANGER FALLING HAZARD DEATH or serious injury will result from falling due to misuse of personal fall protectio…

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# Chapter 3 - Safety All platform occupants must wear a fall restraint or fall arrest device connected to a fall protection anchor as required by national or local regulations and standards. It is best not to transfer from the platform to another structure or from the structure to the platform, unless that is the safest way to do the job. Judge each situation separately taking the work environment into account. If it is necessary to transfer from the platform to another structure the following guidelines apply: 1. Where possible, place the platform over a roof or walking structure to do the transfer. 2. Transfer your anchorage from one structure to the other before stepping across. 3. Remember that you might be transferring to a struc- ture where personal fall arrest is required. 4. Use the platform entrance, do not climb over or through the guardrails. Never operate the aerial platform without all parts of the guardrail system in place and the gates closed. Make sure that all protective guards, cowlings, and doors are securely fastened. Do not exceed the platform capacity as indicated on the platform rating placard on the platform. Do not carry loads that extend beyond the platform guardrails without prior written consent from Snorkel. Do not operate the aerial platform from trucks, trailers, rail- way cars, floating vessels, scaffolds, or similar equipment unless the application is approved in writing by Snorkel. Do not use the aerial platform as a crane, hoist, jack, or for any purpose other than to position personnel, tools, and materials. Do not climb on the guardrails or use ladders, planks, or other devices to extend or increase the work position from the platform. Take care to prevent rope, electrical cords, and hoses, etc., from becoming caught in or on the aerial platform. - If the platform or booms becomes caught on an adja- cent structure or other obstacle and is prevented from normal motion, reverse the control to free the platform. - If c…

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# 3. Safety All platform occupants must wear a fall restraint or fall arrest device connected to a fall protection anchor as required by national or local regulations and standards. It is best not to transfer from the platform to another structure or from the structure to the platform, unless that is the safest way to do the job. Judge each situation separately taking the work environment into account. If it is necessary to transfer from the platform to another structure the following guidelines apply: 1. Where possible, place the platform over a roof or walking structure to do the transfer. 2. Transfer your anchorage from one structure to the other before stepping across. 3. Remember that you might be transferring to a struc- ture where personal fall arrest is required. 4. Use the platform entrance, do not climb over or through the guardrails. Never operate the aerial platform without all parts of the guardrail system in place and the gates closed. Make sure that all protective guards, cowlings, and doors are securely fastened. Do not exceed the platform capacity as indicated on the platform rating placard on the platform. Do not carry loads that extend beyond the platform guardrails without prior written consent from Snorkel. Do not operate the aerial platform from trucks, trail- ers, railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds, or similar equipment unless the application is approved in writing by Snorkel. Do not use the aerial platform as a crane, hoist, jack, or for any purpose other than to position personnel, tools, and materials. Do not climb on the guardrails or use ladders, planks, or other devices to extend or increase the work position from the platform. Take care to prevent rope, electrical cords, and hoses, etc., From becoming caught in or on the aerial platform. - If the platform or booms becomes caught on an adjacent structure or other obstacle and is prevented from normal motion, reverse the control to free the platform. - If control rev…

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# Chapter 4 - Safety Devices (cont.) ## Ground Operation Switch (cont.) Chapter 4 - Safety Devices ## Platform Foot Switch Step down on the platform foot switch (refer to Figure 4.3) to activate the upper controls. Top Rail Fall Protection Gravity Gate Anchors Gravity Gate Platform Foot Mid Rail Switch Toeboard Figure 4.3 - Platform The foot switch must be engaged and a control must be moved to operate the boom, drive, and/or platform from the upper controls. ## Guardrails The guardrails (refer to Figure 4.3) help protect personnel from falling off the platform. The guardrail system includes: - A top rail - A mid rail - Three gravity gates: one on each side and one rear - Toeboards around the sides of the platform. The gates close automatically after entering or exiting the platform. After entering the platform check to make sure the gates are fully closed. ## Fall Protection Anchors Two anchors for fall protection anchorage are provided below the upper controls at the front of the platform (refer to Figure 4.3). ## Note The fall protection anchors are not for lifting or tying the machine down. - All personnel in the platform must connect their fall protection device to a fall protection anchor before raising the platform. - Attach only one fall protection device to each anchor. ## Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter The electrical power outlets at the platform (refer to Figure 4.4) contains a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) to provide protection for personnel. Test Button Reset Button Figure 4.4 - Electrical Power Outlet ## Platform Overload Sensing System All functions are stopped from the upper and lower con- trols, when the platform overload limit is exceeded. The horn will sound intermittently and the platform overload light (refer to Figure 4.1 and 4.2) will blink until the ex- cess load is removed from the platform. At that time, the machine functions are again operational. If the platform becomes significantly overloaded, o…

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# 3. Safety Verify that all placards and decals are in place and legible before using the machine. Never use a machine that is damaged, not functioning properly, or has damaged or missing placards and decals. To bypass any safety equipment is prohibited and presents a danger for the persons on the aerial work platform and in its working range. Never charge batteries near sparks or open flame. Charging batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas. Modifications to the aerial work platform are prohibited or permissible only at the approval by Snorkel. After use, secure the work platform from unauthorized use by turning the keyswitch off and removing key. Driving MEWP's on public highways is subject to national traffic regulations. Certain inherent risks remain in the operation of this machine despite utilizing proper design practices and safeguarding. Fall protection anchors are provided in the platform and the manufacturer recommends the usage of a fall restraint or fall arrest device as required by national or local regulations and standards. Care must be taken to ensure that the machines meets the requirements of stability during use, transportation, assembly, dismantling when out of service, testing, or foreseeable breakdowns. In the event of an accident or breakdown see Chapter 10 - Emergency Operation. Do not operate the aerial platform if it is damaged or not functioning properly. Qualified maintenance personnel must correct the prob- lem before putting the aerial platform back into service. Page 18 Rev A MHP15HD

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# Safety (cont.) ## General Safety Rules (cont.) The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a lifting tool or a crane is prohibited. Never exceed the manual force allowed for this machine. Distribute all platform loads evenly on the platform. Never operate the machine without first surveying the work area for stationary or moving obstacles and surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs, bumps, curbs, or debris; and avoiding them. Never strike or bump into stationary or moving obstacles while driving or raising and lowering the platform. Use three points of support when entering or exiting the platform. For example, use two hands and one foot when climbing into the platform. Platform passengers should watch their hands and fingers for pinch points while holding on the guardrails while the platform is moving. Operate machine only on surfaces capable of supporting wheel loads. Never operate the machine when wind speeds exceed the machine's wind rating. Do not operate the aerial platform in windy or gusty conditions. Do not add anything to the aerial platform that will increase the wind loading such as billboards, banners, flags, etc. In case of an emergency, push the emergency stop button to deactivate all powered functions. If an alarm sounds while the platform is elevated, stop and carefully lower platform. Move the machine to a firm, level surface. Climbing up the railing of the platform, standing on or stepping from the platform onto buildings, steel or prefab concrete structures, etc., is prohibited. Never exit or enter the platform when it is elevated. For AS/NZS operators, no person shall access or egress from the platform in the elevated position (excepts in an emergency) unless the requirements of AS2550.10 have been met. For full requirements refer directly to AS2550.10 Dismantling the entry gate or other railing components is prohibited. Always make certain that the entry gate is closed. It is prohibited to keep the entry gate in an o…