H( BoSS X-Series Instructions for Use
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Personnel operating a BoSS X-Series machine
should have either been selected, trained and
authorised to do so, or be undergoing formal
training under supervision. ISO 18878 gives
details of the requirements for the training of
MEWP operators.
Records of training and experience of
personnel should be consulted to assist in the
selection of suitable personnel.
Personnel should be instructed not to work
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or other
impairment to efficiency. Personnel should
also be assessed as to their physical ability to
undertake the appointed tasks.
The BoSS X-Series machine operator should:
,3 be physically fit;
/3 appear to be comfortable working
at height when taken up in the work
platform of a MEWP
#3 have a responsible attitude;
23 demonstrate an ability to learn;
'3 be able to communicate clearly with
other personnel on site;
*3 be able to demonstrate understanding of
relevant health and safety regulations;
03 be able to demonstrate understanding of
accident prevention and control;
-3 be able to demonstrate that they can
work safely at height (Youngman offer
a Work at Height Regulations training
course called the Knowledge. For more
information please call +44 (0) 1621
745900)
"3 be able to demonstrate understanding
of the need for and correct use and
maintenance of personal protective
equipment;
W3 operate the BoSS X-Series machine
safely and manoeuvre the machine as
required, to correctly position and carry
out the tasks in a correct and proper
manner;
X3 be able to identify and avoid foreseeable
hazards and recognise unsafe practices/
developing situations;
43 carry out daily pre-use checks.
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Operation of the BoSS X-Series machine by
untrained or inadequately trained operators may
result in serious injury or death.
A course for the category Push Around Vertical
(PAV) is being offered by IPAF-approved training
centres in the UK from January 2010.
