Crane Mounted Access Platform

Description

With the option of both Crane Slung or Fork Mounting as standard, this Access Platform delivers multiple usage from a single attachment, which encompasses many characteristics of the IAP range. More commonly used in a construction environment via an overhead crane.

 

Model	Capacity (kg)	Weight (kg)	C of G (mm)	No of Persons	Personal Access
ICAP-2	500	238	530	2	Slide Gate

 

 

OPERATION

• OPERATION – FORK LIFT FORKS: The product must be positioned on level ground.
• Position the forks to the correct distance apart to locate into fork pockets.
• Remove fork pocket heel pins from access platform.
• Drive forks into fork pockets.
• Insert fork pocket heel pins directly behind the heel of fork and attach safety lynch pin into hole provided.
• The gate will automatically lock once raised and unlock when placed on level ground.
• The unit is now ready for use.
• OPERATION – CRANE SLUNG: Attach an appropriate shackle to each of the four lifting eyes which are in turn connected to a single lifting ring via an individual lifting chain, commonly known as a 4-leg chain rig (not supplied by Invicta).
• The gate will automatically lock once raised and unlock when placed on level ground.
• The unit is now ready for use.

 

MAINTENANCE

• The access platform should be inspected weekly for general condition with particular attention paid to: A – All weld points, B – Wear & distortion of fork pockets, lifting eyes and heel pin attachments, C – Any damaged components, D – Lock & latches
• General surface rusting especially in critical areas should be treated with proprietary inhibitors, primers and paint on a regular basis.
• All hinges, latches and locks must be kept lightly greased.
• Damage or failure must be reported or rectified immediately prior to re-use of access platforms.
• This product is certified for six (6) months from the date of manufacture after which it is the customer’s responsibility to have the product re-tested at an approved testing facility or inspected and logged in a register by a competent person as advised by the HSE.

 

HEALTH & SAFETY

• The manager of the department or section where the attachment is to be used must be responsible for ensuring the operators are fully conversant with the attachment, its operation, maintenance and that the heel pins are fitted correctly (where applicable)
• The fork truck handbrake must be applied when elevating and lowering the access platform and when in use at all times (where applicable).
• Ensure that mast is kept in the vertical position (where applicable)
• Ensure that the Heel Pins are correctly inserted, retained and positioned in relation to the heel of the fork prior to each use and every use. (When lifting via the fork pockets)
• Ensure that shackle pins are adequately tightened prior to each and every use. (Not supplied by Invicta)
• Always make sure the access platforms maximum load is not exceeded.
• The fork truck driver must remain seated and in control at all times whilst the access platform is in use.
• The driver must ensure a slow, uniform pace is maintained, at ground level, whilst moving and positioning the access platforms and keep clear of obstructions.
• It is recommended that a safety harness is used at all times and personnel attach themselves to the Platform via the harness loop provided.
• The access platform must not be re-positioned whilst in the elevated position.
• Keep hands and fingers clear of all moving parts so as to prevent trapping.
• Operation and use of variable reach truck (telehandler) is covered by publications from the Health and Safety Executive.

 

A delivery charge will occur for the following postcodes:

SCOTLAND – AB10-16, 21-25, 30, 39, 99, DD, DG, PA1-19, PH1-16

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS – AB31-38, 45-51, 56, IV1-28, 30-32, 36, 40-52, 55, KA27-28, KW1-17 PA21-41, PH17-26, 30-41, 42-44, 49-50

Please contact us for a delivery cost.

 

 

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