Lift Safety EZ Up 10’ Lift

Training Objectives  Identify lift hazards  Understand OSHA equipment requirements  Know how to inspect equipment  Take necessary precautions when working in or near a lift to prevent accidents and injuries

Lift Hazards  Falling out of the lift  Tipping vehicle over  Power lines  Overhead obstructions  Falling objects

Know The Equipment  Operating and maintenance manual are kept on the lift  Occupants Allowed - 2  Platform Capacity – 396 pounds  Platform Height – 9’ 6”  Platform Width – 2’ 2”  Platform Width Extended – 5’ 6”

Load Capacity  Occupants Allowed – 2  Load Capacity – 396 lbs.

Controls  Controls both in lift and on vehicle  Controls within easy reach of operator  Controls are plainly marked as to function  Lower controls can override lift controls  Except for emergencies, lower controls only operate with permission from worker(s) in lift

Trained & Authorized Operators  Only operate lifts if trained and authorized  Understand operating instructions  Receive hands-on training  Know how to inspect equipment and work area  Demonstrate how to safely operate equipment

Fall Protection (?)  Fall protection is NOT needed when lift is used properly as directed by the manufacturer  The guardrail system is the fall protection system  No guardrails are to be removed  Do not climb on or lean over rails  Use only on indoor, flat and level surfaces

Fall Protection (if needed)  Fall protection would only be needed when lift is used outdoors or on bumpy, uneven flooring  Wear a full-body harness with a lanyard attached to the lift  Inspect fall protection equipment before use  Never tie-off to an adjacent structure  Lanyards will be kept with lift in Central Plant

Equipment Inspections  Look for:  Cracked welds  Hydraulic leaks  Damaged control cables and loose connections  Tire damage  Perform control check and lift test  Report issues to Transportation for repairs

Work Area Inspections  Look for:  Uneven floor levels  Bumps and floor obstructions  Debris  Overhead obstructions and high-voltage conductors

Before Entering the Lift  Conduct inspections of lift and work area  Ensure load is within rated capacity  Make sure vehicle is on a solid surface  Designate employee to watch  Put the key switch on the Platform Control position  Make sure the Stop/Emergency buttons are deactivated  Put on hard hat (fall protection, if needed)

Working in the Lift  Always stand firmly on the lift floor  Don’t sit or climb on the edge of the lift  Never use a ladder  Never use a plank between the lift and another surface as a work platform  Never lean over the edge of the rails or put your feet on the rails

While Driving the Lift  Look in the direction of travel and keep a clear view of the path of travel  Watch out for nearby pedestrians  Maintain a safe distance from overhead obstructions  Limit travel speed to match conditions

Driving Operations  Press right green button to select the driving function  The joystick enable lever must be pressed at all times for the lift to operate  Handle the joystick to control the driving of the vehicle  Travel speed is proportional and is controlled by the movement of the joystick  Release the joystick to stop the vehicle  Brake is automatic  Press black button to activate wheel blocking device, can travel in straight line only

Wheel Blocking Device Lift/Lower Function Driving Function Speed Control Emergency Stop Joystick Control

Lifting/Lowering Operations  Press the left green button to select the lift/lower function  The joystick enable lever must be pressed at all times for the lift to operate  Push the joystick forward to lift the basket  Push the joystick backward to lower basket  Release the joystick to stop the vehicle

Safe Work Practices  Keep at least 10 feet away from power lines  Report malfunctions immediately  Prevent ropes, cords, and hoses from entangling with lift  Before lowering the lift make sure the area underneath is clear  Always wear a hard hat while in the lift

Remember  After using the lift make sure to plug the lift back in to recharge the batteries

Summary  Lifts are useful but can also be hazardous  Only trained employees can operate the lift  Inspect equipment and the work area before each use  Understand and follow safe work practices, always wear a hard hat and wear fall protection as needed based on inspection of work area