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Topic 2: Responsibilities

Training aim

To inform students of employer and operator responsibilities regarding
the safe operation of the appliance.

Resources

• training room

• student resources

• Copies of relevant OIs

CONTENT TO COVER

Operator responsibilities

Cover the following:

• Operate the work platform safely and in accordance with the
operating instructions.

• Carry out routine checks.

• Do not exceed the Safe Working Load (SWL) of the appliance.

• The appliance is not operated so as to cause harm to themselves or
any other person.

• Safe minimum distances for working near power lines in emergency
situations must be observed at all times.

• Refer to OI FL1- POPa for speed restrictions for aerial appliances.

TOPIC CONCLUSION

Help students recap main points.
Give students an opportunity to ask questions.

September 2018 | Version 2