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O P E R A T I V E S T R A I N I N G M A N U A L V E R S I O N 4

18.7 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
✓ The operative(s) should be wearing and using a suitable harness checked before
use and a safety lanyard (that is correctly
adjusted allowing access to the basket edge)
✓ Do not use a fall arrest system in a MEWP
✓ Never attach the harness or lanyard to
anything outside the basket
✓ Never operate the equipment while the basket
is Raised
✓ Please also view section 18.9

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