Sunday, 5/20/2012

 

Product Warning Labels

Scaffold Planks  |  Ladder Jacks  |  Scaffold Decks  |  Loading Ramps  | Guard Rail Posts

 
Scaffold Planks:
Warning: ALL SCAFFOLDING ACCESSORIES shall be used and installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedure.

1. Be sure to survey job site for hazards or unsafe conditions.

2. Inspect plank for damage before each use. Never use a damaged plank.

3. Scaffolds used in conjunction with planks must be securely placed, fastened or held in order to prevent slipping.

4. Planks must always be used in a level, horizontal position. Do not use plank unless it is supported at least 12 inches and not more than 18 inches from each end. When using any type of scaffold, this plank must be securely placed, fastened or held in order to prevent slipping.

5. Do not put more than 500 pounds total weight on this plank. (Two Man Plank.)  Overloading could cause injury.

6. Do not use this plank near electrical power lines unless proper safety precautions are taken. Chemicals or corrosive materials could damage this plank and result in injury.

7. Do not place any article on top of plank in order to increase height of plank. Do not work on scaffold pank if you feel dizzy or unsteady. Do not use this plank if the surface becomes slippery. You could be injured.

8. Be sure to use fall protection devices as prescribed by your local, state or federal safety requirements.

9. Be sure that plank use meets local, state, and federal safety requirements. Do not use plank on swing staging or suspended scaffold.

10. Plank surface may be treated with a clear wood preservative. (Do not use paint or any coating which may make the walking surface slippery.)

11. If warning label becomes damaged or otherwise unreadable, contact manufacturer for replacement.
 
Ladder Jacks:
Warning: ALL SCAFFOLDING ACCESSORIES shall be used and installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedure.

1.
Inspect all scaffold components for damage before each use. Do not use a ladder jack if parts are bent, cracked, or damaged. Mark such ladder jacks "DANGEROUS- DO NOT USE" and discard or contact manufacturer. Handle all ladder jacks with care.

2. Test all working parts and make sure all nuts and bolts are tight before each use. Do not substitute parts.

3. Do not overload- do not exceed 250 pound load on one ladder jack and ladder. Overloading could cause injury.

4. Be sure ladder jack is placed securely on the ladder. Be sure ladder footing or anchorage is solid, rigid, and capable of carrying the maximum intended load without slipping. Use on industrial grade, 250 pound rated Type I ladder or 300 lb. rated Type IA ladder. (See instructions on ladder for proper ladder set up.)

5. Adjust ladder jack so that plank or other bearing surface is horizontal. Be sure that the scaffold plank is supported at least 12 inches, but not more than 18 inches from each end and is securely placed in order to prevent slipping. (Do not use extension planks on ladder jack scaffolds.) Do not use if ladder jack top rung support opening is over 2-1/4 inches.

6. Do not use ladder jack beyond a height of 20 feet (16 feet in CA) above the floor or ground. Failure to do so could cause injury. Be sure that ladder jack use complies with local, state, and federal safety requirements.

7. CAUTION! Metal conducts electricity. Keep metal ladder and ladder jacks away from electrical circuits. Injury can result. CAUTION! Acid damages aluminum.  Never use the ladder jack when using acid. Injury can result.

8. Be sure to use fall protection devices as prescribed by your local, state or federal safety requirements.

9. Do not step or stand on plank retaining tab.

10. Be sure that ladder jack use complies with local, state, and federal safety requirements.

11. If warning label becomes damaged or otherwise unreadable, contact manufacturer for replacement.

 

Loading Ramps:
WARNING:
1. DO NOT USE FORK LIFT OR PALLET JACK ON RAMP.
2. Inspect ramp for damage before each use. Never use a damaged ramp.
3. Do not use this ramp unless it is secured to the vehicle, dock, or other immovable object.
4. NOT TO EXCEED A MAXIMUM LOAD OF 1500 POUNDS. Overloading could cause injury.

 

Scaffold Decks:
WARNING: Failure to comply with instructions and all applicable federal, state and local codes could result in injury.
1. Before each use, read and follow manufacturer's instructions.

2. At least once per day when in use, inspect each deck to insure all fasteners are secure and all parts are in good condition.  NEVER USE DAMAGED EQUIPMENT.  Discard or contact manufacturer for repair.

3. Do not allow oil, grease or any slippery material to accumulate on the working surface.

4. Do not use around acid or other corrosive substances as they can seriously effect the strength of aluminum. If these substances do come in contact with the plank or platform, flush it immediately with water to neutralize the substance.  If any corrosion is found upon inspection, IMMEDIATELY remove deck from service and contact manufacturer.

5. The deck should not be used if surface is damaged or has deteriorated. Wood decking should be coated periodically with a clear wood preservative. DO NOT PAINT.

6. The deck is rated 75 pounds per square foot. DO NOT OVERLOAD. The total combined weight of each man and all materials on each deck should not exceed this rated working load.

7. Deck ends should be properly supported by scaffold bearer members, trusses or other equipment assigned for this purpose. To prevent wind uplift, ALWAYS, use 8 penny nail in the hook to secure the deck to the support system.  Inspect before each use to insure that nail is in place and deck is secure.

8. The scaffold must be erected so that the working surface on the deck is level.

9. Unstable objects such as barrels, boxes, loose bricks, tools and debris, should not be allowed to accumulate on the work surface.

10. Do not use ladders or other devices on planks or platforms to gain greater heights.

11. Do not ride on planks or platforms which are being moved. Tools, materials and equipment should not be placed on planks or platforms while they are being moved.

12. Do not apply impact loads to planks and platforms. Never attempt to straighten bent or deformed parts.

13. Do not drop boards. If plank or platform is dropped, immediately remove it from service and inspect all component parts for damage. Replace damaged components with new parts before reusing plank or platform. Do not substitute parts. Use only manufacturer's replacement parts.

14. ALUMINUM CONDUCTS ELECTRICITY!  Keep decks away from energized, uninsulated electrical circuits.

15. Be sure to use fall protection devices as prescribed by your local, state or federal safety requirements.

16. The manufacturer warrants this deck is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for period of 90 days from date of purchase.

17. If warning label becomes damaged or otherwise unreadable, contact manufacturer for replacement.

 

Guard Rail Posts:
WARNING:
1. Failure to read and follow instructions can lead to serious injury or death!

2. This guard-rail system must be used in conformance with all applicable ANSI Standards and/or local, state or federal OSHA or other safety codes.

3. Check all components for damage before each use. Do not use if any parts are damaged. Do not substitute parts.

4. Be sure all fasteners are tight before each use.

5. Make sure scaffold system is secured to prevent "tip-over".

6. Make sure plank is secured to the horizontal support member to prevent tipping.

7. Do not use on a "Ladder Jack Scaffold".

8. CAUTION: Metal conducts electricity. Keep all metal components away from electrical circuits.

 

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