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5. Move the tower only by applying manual effort at the base of the tower. The tower is not
designed to be lifted or suspended. Always inspect the tower after moving and before
use.

6. Never throw equipment from the tower, either lower it with a rope or by hand.

7. Any components found to be damaged should be isolated, tagged and reported to
someone in authority to either have them repaired or removed from service.

If all of the above controls are followed then the risk of injury to persons has been
brought down to as low as is reasonably practicable.

Self-propelled Telescopic Boom (Cherry Picker)

The Company will hire in a self-propelled boom (Cherry Picker) for working at height
when required. There are trained and authorised operators at every site and only these
people may use the machine. It is their responsibility to ensure it is used correctly as
per their training. Drivers must be aware of the machine if manoeuvring nearby and if
necessary STOP and wait for it to move rather than drive underneath it.

The Training Manuals for each role within the Company go into more
detail on how to carry out specific tasks which require working at
height. You should also check any Risk Assessments relating to the
tasks.

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) or ‘Cherrypickers’

Specific precautions when using this equipment must be observed, which include:

Daily or prior to use:

✓ The operator must be trained to operate the vehicle

✓ The equipment must only be used on level firm ground,
unless a leveling device is fitted
✓ The payload of the man basket must never be exceeded

✓ The equipment must never be used as a crane, (used to sling or suspend loads) nor must
it be used to lift or raise plant when in use (such as lifting pipes), as overturning may result

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