National Crane 3-29-2018 Control # 610-00 3-3
NBT40-1 SERIES OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION
and must remain in the cab (if equipped) or operator’s station
while the aerial lift is in use.
The Operator Manual supplied with and considered part of
your aerial lift must be read and completely understood by
each person responsible for assembly, disassembly,
operation and maintenance of the aerial lift.
No personnel shall be allowed to climb onto the aerial lift or
enter the aerial lift cab or operator’s station unless
performance of their duties require them to do so, and then
only with knowledge of the operator or other qualified
person.
• Allow No One
other than the operator to be on the aerial
lift while operating or moving, unless they are in a two-
man platform. Keep clear of moving outriggers to avoid
crushing hazards. Contact with moving components
could result in death or serious injury.
Do not remove the Load Chart/Reach Diagram, this
Operator Manual, or any decal from this aerial lift.
Inspect the aerial lift every day (before the start of each shift).
Ensure that routine maintenance and lubrication are being
dutifully performed. Don’t operate a damaged or poorly
maintained aerial lift. You risk lives when operating faulty
machinery - including your own.
If adjustments or repairs are necessary, the operator shall
notify the next operator.
OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified person is defined as one who by reason of
knowledge, training and experience is thoroughly familiar
with aerial lift operations and the hazards involved. Such a
person shall meet the operator qualifications specified in
CSA C225-10 Standard and Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) Regulations (United States Federal
Law), in ANSI A92.2-2015, American National Standard for
Vehicle-mounted and Rotating Work Platforms, or in any
other applicable federal, state or local laws.
Ensure that all personnel working around the aerial lift are
thoroughly familiar with safe operating practices. You must
be thoroughly familiar with the location and content of all
placards and decals on the aerial lift. Decals provide
important instructions and warnings and must be read prior
to any operational or maintenance function.
Refer to the Appendix, A of this Manual for the locations of
safety decals.
You must be familiar with the regulations and standards
governing aerial lifts and its operation. Work practice
requirements may vary slightly between government
regulations, industry standards, and employer policies so a
thorough knowledge of all such relevant work rules is
necessary.
An untrained operator subjects himself and others to death
or serious injury.
You must not operate this aerial lift unless:
• You have been trained in the safe operation of this aerial
lift.
• You read, understand, and follow the safety and
operating recommendations contained in the
manufacturer’s manuals, your employer’s work rules,
and applicable government regulations.
• You are sure the aerial lift has been inspected and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
manuals and is operating properly.
• You are sure that all safety signs, guards, and other
safety features are in place and in proper condition.
Do not attempt to operate the aerial lift unless you are trained
and thoroughly familiar with all operational functions.
Controls and design may vary from aerial lift to aerial lift;
therefore, it is important that you have specific training on the
particular aerial lift you will be operating.
Training is ESSENTIAL for proper aerial lift operation. Never
jeopardize your own well-being or that of others by