Elevating Platform Vehicle

Version: 1.0

Updated: 1 December 2024

Document Summary

This Safe Work Procedure outlines safety guidelines for operating and maintaining elevating platform vehicles (EPVs). Operators must hold a Class WP license for platforms with booms over 11 meters and be trained in the precautions and safe use of the equipment. Pre-start checks include inspecting liquid levels, brakes, controls, and safety harness anchor points. The bucket must be secure, and all movements should be smooth.

Operational precautions emphasize using safety harnesses, ensuring the work area is clear of obstacles, and avoiding travel with the boom raised unless necessary. Electrical safety protocols require maintaining clearance from live wires and using insulated EPVs where applicable. Working at heights necessitates securing the platform on level ground, keeping gates locked, and avoiding overloading. Barricades and traffic cones must be used to prevent unauthorized access and collisions. These procedures ensure safe and efficient operation of EPVs.

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