Operational Safety; Operation And Safety - MetalTech I-CISGR Consignes De Sécurité Et Instructions De Montage

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OPERATIONAL SAFETY

READ BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY.
FAILURE TO UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
METAL CONDUCTS ELECTRICITY:
Do not use this equipment where contact may be made with power lines or other live electrical circuits.

OPERATION AND SAFETY

Do not use this equipment if you are in poor health,
taking medications, drugs, or have been consuming
alcohol, all of which may impair your ability to work
safely on this product.
Always use a scaffold in conformity with local
or national legislation which applies.
Always use outriggers and guardrails when
stacking units.
Inspect before use. Do not use scaffold
if damaged or parts are missing.
Examine thoroughly to make sure unit is properly
set up.
Guardrails must be installed on all open sides
of a work platform where a person could fall from
a height of 6 ft (1.8 m) or more.
Always fasten the guardrails system to the structure
using locking pins or bolts.
Guardrails must be installed so that access door
swings inward over platform.
Always lock all access doors using door latches, even
if the scaffold is in use or not.
Securely lock all braces and platform before
each use.
There must be a minimum of two side braces
installed on each scaffold level and evenly spaced
throughout the scaffold. Lack of adequate bracing
could cause scaffold to collapse.
Always use outriggers secured to the structure
with the locking pins.
Always use casters locked to the structure
with the locking pins.
All photos and drawings in this booklet are for reference purposes only. Refer to applicable OSHA, ANSI or CSA codes and regulations for the proper use of this equipment.
Do not climb unless all casters are in locked position.
Erect to be plumb on firm and level surface.
Must be used on a firm surface that is free of pits,
debris, holes or obstructions.
Never place anything under or attach anything
to a scaffold to increase height or to adjust to uneven
surfaces.
Acids are corrosive and can seriously affect
strength. Do not expose to corrosive substances.
Keep scaffold free of debris and unnecessary
equipment.
Always keep body centered inside structure
of scaffold.
Remove or fasten all tools, material or equipment
before moving. Use extra caution when moving
to avoid tipping.
Never try moving this scaffold while
standing on it.
Never move a scaffold with a worker within.
Do not use powered devices to propel
this scaffold. Use extra caution near operating
machinery.
Do not use if the surface is not firm and level.
Do not use in inclement weather or high winds.
Maintain a firm grip while climbing.
Do not modify the scaffold or any of
its components.
Do not use the scaffold as a footbridge.