Safety Instructions; Intended Use; Improper Use; General Safety Instructions - zarges Z600 Instrucciones De Montaje Y De Uso

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2. Safety instructions

2.1 Intended use

The platform steps are intended solely for the following applications:
• as a climbing aid to gain access to perform work at a specific maximum height.
• continuous indoor use,
• temporary outdoor use,
• work involving building materials and other materials, provided that the

2.2 Improper use

Any use not described in Section 2.1 qualifies as improper use. In particular,
improper use includes the following:
• using the platform steps as a stair tower or to bridge a gap to gain access to other
• using the platform steps to support other access aids or for any work where the
• simultaneous use of the platform steps by more than one person,
• using the platform steps to transport equipment, material or persons,
• using the platform steps to attach lifting tackle, hoists or similar equipment,
• using the platform steps in unfavourable weather conditions (high winds, storms,
• continuous outdoor use (overnight and after the end of the shift),
• unauthorised structural modifications or incorrectly executed repairs,
• use of any parts other than original components and original ZARGES spare
2.3 General safety in- The platform steps are designed and built in accordance with the technological
structions state-of-the-art and comply with all accepted safety technology standards. The
following section describes the general risks involved when using the platform
steps.
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Follow these basic rules to prevent dangerous situations arising:
Wear safety shoes.
Wear protective gloves.
The maximum working height as specified by BGI 694 is the platform height (see
"3.3 Technical data") plus 2 metres.
maximum permissible load (see "3.3 Technical data") is not exceeded.
climbing aids or buildings,
specified maximum heights are exceeded,
thunderstorms, rain),
parts.
ANGER
ANGER OF FATAL OR SERIOUS INJURY DURING ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THE PLATFORM STEPS
> The surface on which the equipment is assembled and used must be even,
immobile and of sufficient load-bearing capacity. If necessary, insert load-
distributing pads under the unit.
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