TM 10-3950-672-10
2-7. PERSONNEL PLATFORMS
NOTE
Platform as used herein is defined as any attachment made to a crane boom which is intended to elevate
or position people and includes work baskets, cages, other devices for handling personnel.
WARNING
Handling of personnel from the boom is not authorized except with equipment furnished and installed by
Grove Manufacturing Company. Written approval shall be obtained from Grove Manufacturing company
prior to handling personnel.
2-8. COLD OR HOT WEATHER OPERATION CAUTION
Check operating procedures for cold weather starting. Clean the crane, especially the boom, of all ice and snow.
Allow ample time for hydraulic oil to warm up. Before lifting ensure load is not frozen to the ground of other surface.
WARNING
Cold weather operation requires additional caution on the part of the operator. Don't touch metal
surfaces that could freeze you to them. Never store flammable materials on the crane.
TOXIC AND FLAMMABLE
Starting fluid is toxic and highly flammable. Container is pressurized. NEVER heat container and NEVER discharge
starting fluid in confined areas or near open flame. Sever injury to personnel may result. Use only the cold weather
starting aid provided on your crane, use them. The use of aerosol spray or other types of starting fluids containing
ether/volatilize can cause explosions or fire.
HEAT AND COLD STRESS
Operating the crane under extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures require special precautions to avoid operator
fatigue, heat stress, frostbite or other health problems.
Refer to Technical Bulletins:
*TB MED 507 Occupational and Environmental Health. Prevent., Treatment, and Control of Heat Energy. (Jul-80)
*TB MED 81 Occupational and Environmental Health. Prevent., Treatment, and Control of Cold Energy. (Sept-76)
* FM 21-11 First Aid for Soldiers. Chapter 5, (10-88), Change 1. (8-89) and Change 2. (12-91)
* FM 21-10. Field Hygiene and Sanitation. Chapter 3, Section 1 and Section 2 (reprinted here). (11-88)
FM 21-10 Field Hygiene and Sanitation Chapter 3
SECTION 1 HEAT INJURIES
1. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER. Depending on the heat, you may need to drink from 1/2 quart (78 to 81.9 ), to 2
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quarts (90 & above) of water per hour or 4 gallons or more per day in hot dry climates. Drink extra water before
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starting any mission or hard work. Cool water (50 to 550F) is absorbed faster than cold water. Drink small
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quantities frequently. Drink water even if you are not thirsty. Refill your canteens at every opportunity. Remember-
If your urine is dark yellow, you are not drinking enough water.
Thirst is not a good indicator of dehydration.
2. USE WORK/REST CYCLES. Work and rest as your leader directs. General guidelines are:
When the temperature is between 78"F to 81.90F work 50 minutes and rest 10 minutes.
When the temperature is 90"F or above work 20 minutes and rest 40 minutes.
Work and rest in the shade, if possible.
3. EAT ALL MEALS TO REPLACE SALT. Take a salt solution only when directed by the medical personnel.
4. MODIFY YOUR UNIFORM. If directed/authorized by your commander: Unblouse pants from boots. Keep skin
covered in the sun, remove shirt when working in the shade. Keep clothing loose at the neck, wrists, and lower legs.
If the threat from biting insects in high, leave shirt sleeves down and pants bloused inside boots. SECTION 2 COLD
INJURIES
1. WEAR UNIFORM PROPERLY. Wear the clothing your commander directs. Wear clothing in loose layers (Top and
Bottom). Avoid tight clothing including tight underwear. Keep clothing clean and dry. Remove or loosen excess
clothing when working or in heated areas to prevent overheating that causes sweating. Wear headgear to prevent
body heat loss. Avoid spilling fuel or other liquids on clothing (or skin).
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