DIGGER DERRICK
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Digger Derrick Terex South Dakota, Inc. 463280 - 9/14
OPERATION GUIDELINES
18. If, when operating the Digger Derrick, you become aware of any dangerous condition, unusual
operation, or hear any unusual noise, such as grinding, cracking, or grating sounds-STOP-in position.
Do not move the Digger Derrick until the problem has been diagnosed and resolved with your safety in
mind. No matter how long it may take to get help, waiting is better than a serious or fatal accident.
19. Do not adjust outriggers while booms are out of rest.
20. Do not operate upper boom controls while standing on the ground or other structures.
21. Operation on or near structures with energized components requires top controls.
22. The metal components on the end of the fiberglass section shall not be brought into contact with or in
proximity to energized components.
AERIAL PLATFORMS (OPTIONAL)
Personnel in the platform must utilize a fall arrest system and attach lanyard to the platform anchor provided
before operating equipment. Verify that the brake is working properly before entering platform. The brake
shall be engaged when entering or exiting the platform. Disengage platform brake before operating controls
to allow platform to level. The brake should be used when the boom is stationary and the operator is
performing work.
When the aerial platform is used with the optional winch control, it provides no
insulation value because the load line crosses the insulating section.
Electrical contact can cause serious injury or death.
Top controls are required when working from the platform near structures
containing energized components
Never engage the platform brake when booms are in motion.
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