DIGGER DERRICK
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463280 - 9/14 Terex South Dakota, Inc. Digger Derrick
SAFETY
1. Survey the conditions of the work area. Identify situations such as; soft ground, ditches, drop-offs, holes,
debris, overhead obstructions, electrical conductors, underground utilities, stored fuels, toxic dust and
gases.
2. Plan the job (tailgate session) and clear the area of unauthorized personnel.
3. The vehicle must be securely parked, set parking brakes and chock wheels.
4. Verify tire are properly inflated.
5. Visually inspect condition of tires, truck suspension, and torsion bars (if equipped) for any damage.
6. The vehicle must be securely parked and stabilized before any operation is performed. If equipped with
outriggers, set all outriggers.
7. Do not lower outriggers unless you can see that all personnel are clear of the outrigger path of
movement and its ground contact point. Lower all outriggers onto solid footing.
8. Do not place outriggers on ice as slippage may occur regardless of solid footing. Operation on snow or
slippery surfaces requires extra care during set up. The Digger Derrick vehicle must have sufficient
traction to prevent sliding.
9. The Digger Derrick has been stability tested per ANSI A10.31. The lift capacity shown on the load chart
must be reduced if vehicle is not level.
10. The Digger Derrick when used for lifting personal, in attached platform, has been tested per ANSI
A10.31 and may be operated on firm, flat, non-level surfaces up to a 5 degree slope.
11. Ground and/or barricade the vehicle per OSHA and your company policies.
12. Inspect controls before operation, do not operate the Digger Derrick with malfunctioning controls.
13. Only operate the Digger Derrick if there is sufficient lighting at the job site to accomplish task safely.
14. Barricade or cover up any overhead electrical lines that have the potential for contact during operation.
15. Inspect and maintain personal protective equipment and fall protection.
16. Inspect winch line and hook for damage. Verify hook has a working safety latch.
17. Perform inspections and maintenance as specified in the Maintenance Guidelines.
18. Operator’s Manual must be on the vehicle available to the operator.
BEFORE OPERATION
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