Safe Procedure For Using A Manual Stacker

SAFE WORK PROCEDURE
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MANUAL STACKER
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Prevention Advisor Technical supervisor Technical supervisor
AIM
The objective of this safe use of the tool is mainly to instruct the operator on the proper handling of the Manual
Stacker, in order to avoid any type of accident.
SCOPE
The specifications described in this procedure apply to all work where loads must be handled vertically, such as
moving backpack-type air conditioning equipment, for example, or in tasks in which the lifting, lowering or
transport of any considerable type of load.
DESCRIPTION AND CHARACTERISTICS
Perfect use of the manual stacker is particularly essential to

avoid any type of accident.
 Hydraulic manual stacker.

 Load capacity 1000 kilos.
 Maximum lift height 2.5 meters.
 Adjustable forks 800 mm.
 Tower height 2070 mm
 Total width 800 mm.
 Fork length 1150 mm.
 Wheel support with brake.
 Pump body with hand and foot.
 Total Weight 210 kg.
PERSONAL PROTECTION ITEMS
 Security shoes.
 Protective gloves against mechanical risks or depending on the activity.
 Safety glasses.
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BEFORE STARTING
It is recommended that the operator verify the good condition of the machine, mainly its bearing system, the
correct operation of the brake and the hydraulic system. Before starting to use it, check the machine at the
beginning of work by checking:
 The raising and lowering of the fork.

 Bearing and steering systems.
 Some fluid leak.
 The operation of the braking system.
 The correct sliding of the wheels.
 That the machine does not have obvious structural damage.
RISKS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

 Know the safety instructions contained in the Safe Work Analysis ( AST ), for
Falls at the same level.
carrying out work with this type of machine.
 Travel while maintaining caution with unevenness, and with the environment in
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general.
 Maintain order and cleanliness of the workplace before, during and after the execution
Machine overturn.
of activities.
 Know the workplace where the machine will move or work. Especially points where
Overturning of the machine
there may be height, width or weight restrictions.
due to loss of stability.
 Carry out the task with caution, using your personal protective equipment (gloves,
helmet, safety shoes, etc.).
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 If you have to access forklifts, loading and unloading platforms or similar, verify that
they can support the weight and volume of the stacker.
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 Keep the work area as clean as possible, free of debris, fragments or others.
 Do not allow the presence of other workers within the radius of action of the machine
Blows against fixed objects.
during its use.
 It is strictly necessary to place adequate protection in the area where pedestrians,
Hitting other workers.
workers or vehicles circulate (fences, signs, cones, etc.).
Blows or falls due to lack of  When natural lighting is insufficient, work must be stopped if there is no artificial
visibility. lighting to guarantee adequate visibility in the workplace.
DURING WORK
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The operator authorized to operate the manual stacker must follow a series of driving and traffic rules set out
below:
 The plant's warning and danger signs must be observed.

 Drive the stacker by pushing it by the handles, having placed the control lever in the neutral or neutral
position. The operator must define the place where he can best stop to raise or lower the corresponding
loads, without hindering other workers or nearby machinery.
 NEVER play with or use as a means of personal transportation. Don't expose yourself.
 Verify that the weight of the load to be lifted is appropriate for the capacity of the machine.
 Verify that the loads must be perfectly balanced, wedged or tied to their supports.
 DO NOT lift loads with only one fork arm.
 Look in all directions around the machine and always maintain good visibility in the near radius.
 If recoil is unavoidable, it should be checked that there is nothing in its path that could cause an incident.
 Supervise the load at all times, especially if it is necessary to make a turn and particularly if it is very
voluminous, controlling its stability.
 Do not use the stacker on wet, slippery or uneven surfaces.
 Do not handle the stacker with wet or greasy hands or shoes.
 The stacker should never be placed on a walkway, plank, elevator or forklift without having made sure
that they can support the weight and volume of the loaded stacker and without having verified its good
condition.
 The stacker should not be stopped in any place where it hinders circulation.
 When lowering the load, check that nothing on the ground could damage or destabilize it, check that no
one has their foot near the stacker.
RISKS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

Falls at the same level  Never use the stacker to transport or lift people .
Hits  Do not handle the stacker with wet or greasy shoes or hands.
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 Drive and guide the stacker by pushing with the handles.
 Maneuver the stacker gently and slowly, avoiding sudden turns.
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 Look in the direction of travel and maintain good visibility of the route.
 If you have to go back, check that there is enough space and that there are no
Strikes against fixed objects
ditches, obstacles, etc.
 Keep your feet away from the fork and never stand on the stacker.
Entrapments
Machine overturning due to loss  Preferably drive on well-established, dry, clean tracks or terrain free of obstacles.
of stability  It is advisable to always drive on flat ground without irregularities.
 Avoid going up or down curbs. If necessary, ramps with a reduced slope must be
Entrapments installed that are made of a material capable of supporting the weight of the
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machine.
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Overexertion
 Do not lift loads with a weight greater than the maximum indicated on the
stacker.
Machine overturning due to loss
 Do not adjust the load while the stacker is moving.
of stability
Machine overturning due to loss  Insert the fork arms as far as the bottom of the load, ensuring that they are well
of stability centered so that the load is evenly distributed between them.
 Never lift the load with only one fork arm or the ends of them.
Load shedding  Do not drive with the fork raised to its maximum while carrying the stacker loaded.
machine overturn
 The unloading of the material must be carried out on a large, resistant and as level
Load shedding
surface as possible.
land collapse
Hits by machine elements  During the unloading operation, do not insert body parts under the fork.
Entrapments  Previously check that there are no workers in your vicinity.
Load shedding
 Before leaving the load, verify that there is no object that could destabilize the load
when it is placed on the ground.
Hits
 When finishing the work, park the machine on a surface that is as level and
Uncontrolled movements resistant as possible, where it does not impede the passage of other people,
vehicles or machines.
Hits by other machines.  Lower the fork arms to the ground, immobilize the machine by turning the traction
arm 90º and, if necessary, place chocks on the wheels.
Use of the machine by  At the end of the day, store the machine in a safe place where it cannot be used
unauthorized persons by unauthorized personnel.
 Store the machine in a clean, dry place protected from inclement weather.

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SAFE WORK PROCEDURE

DESCRIPTION AND CHARACTERISTICS

Perfect use of the manual stacker is particularly essential to

 Hydraulic manual stacker.

PERSONAL PROTECTION ITEMS

 The raising and lowering of the fork.

RISKS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

 The plant's warning and danger signs must be observed.

RISKS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

Falls at the same level

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