Page 19 - Aerial Appliance Operator Lesson Plan V2

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Topic 7: Practical outrigger operation

• Make sure no obstacles are above the boom.

• Ensure the front axle brake is applied, and discuss its purpose
(where fitted).

• Ensure enough room for full jacking.

• Check ground conditions.

• The automatic levelling moves the hand control levers automatically
(Type 4 only).

• The jacks of the outriggers move automatically without warning
when you use the automatic levelling. Keep clear of the outriggers SAFETY NOTE
during this process.

• If the auto levelling fails, revert to manual operation. Some appliances have
emergency stop buttons.
Sequence for automatic levelling Activating this will shut the
engine down and stop all
system movements.
The Type 4 automatic
Initial sequence for automatic levelling levelling moves hand
controls automatically. This
has potential to cause injury.
Cover the following:

1. Position the appliance so:

– if it is on a slope, the cab is facing the correct way

– ground is suitable for outrigger footplate pressure

– there is enough room to extend all outriggers

– objective is able to be reached

– working object, rear (or side) of the appliance

– boom can clear overhead obstacles.

Engage system in cab

2. Gear shift to neutral.

3. Engage parking brake.

4. Engage aerial ladder/pump PTO switches.

September 2018 | Version 2