Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS.

TM 55-1730-228-13&P

Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS.

This section contains instructions for the operator to use the SPEMS under usual (normal) conditions.

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WARNING

The SPEMS must be operated only by authorized personnel who have satisfactorily completed a program

of training which must include familiarity with safe operating procedures, characteristics, and a knowledge

of applicable codes, regulations, and facilities directives. Untrained personnel subject themselves and

others to the possibility of death or serious injury from the improper operation of this SPEMS. Understand

the SPEMS, its function, and the controls before operations are begun.

WARNING

Do not operate the SPEMS unless all guardrails are properly installed and fixed in place. Failure to do so

may result in severe personal injury. Never use the SPEMS without the platform railings or with only

partial railings. Remember: A complete set of platform guardrails is essential for personnel safety

WARNING

The platform is not electrically insulated. Therefore, contact with, or closeness to any overhead wires or

any other actual or potential electrical conductors must be considered as highly dangerous and may result

in severe personal injury or death. A minimum distance of 10 to 12 feet must be kept between the SPEMS

and actual or potential conductors.

WARNING

Hearing protection must be worn while operating the SPEMS. Failure to do so may result in a loss of

hearing.

WARNING

Do not use ladders, boxes, or similar objects to gain additional reach on the platform. Keep platform clear

and free of oils and debris. Failure to do so may result in severe personal injury.

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