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Let’s all
MEWPS- Mobile Elevated Working Platforms get home safely,
(RESCUE) every day

Typical location of Emergency controls KEY HOT TOPICS

Always ensure...
Single valve
▪ that prior to operating the scissor lift
This system works through the operation of a
single valve, typically found on Genie both you and an operative based
models. Pull the valve outwards to allow for a on the ground in your area of works
controlled decent of the platform. are familiar with therescue controls.
Each control system is different.
Note: Do Not confuse emergency lowering
toggle for the emergency break release ▪ to conduct a test rescue to
located directly below. confirm their correct operation
prior to use.
Electrical
STAGE 2 STAGE 3 Stage 1 ▪ that emergency controls are clearly
highlighted with an emergency
Push emergency stop inwards.
marking as shown. If this is not the
Stage 2 case report this to your Supervisor so
Turn key to lower position. they can be scoured and
displayed.
Stage 3
STAGE 1 Push down on lower switch. ▪ when you change scissor lift, that
you take the time to re familiarise
yourself and your groundteam.
Dual valve
▪ to be aware of the location of
youremergency controls and
ensure that they do not
Stage 1
Depress and turn valve situated at base of SINGLE VALVE SINGLE VALVE become obstructed or blocked
scissor section in location indicated. by the ongoing works or
positioning of your scissor lift.
STAGE 1

STAGE 2 Stage 2
Pull valve normally situated on side of scissor lift
to initiate a controlled decent.
Note: This system is typically found on Skyjack EMERGENCY
models. SINGLE VALVE CONTROLS STICKER

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