July 1, 2021
9 Steps to a Safe, Efficient Ver-Mac Deployment – Detailed Security Guide
Ver-Mac units work hard all summer long, keeping motorists and construction workers safe during the high construction season. Our machines are easy to set up and virtually autonomous with their solar panels, but there are very specific steps you must follow for a safe, efficient deployment.
Be sure to observe these 9 essential security steps when deploying your Ver-Mac units:
1. Prior to positioning your unit at the work zone, be sure you are parking in accordance with all municipal, regional, state/provincial and federal laws.
2. Position the unit in a spot with solid, level ground and high visibility toward oncoming traffic.
- Avoid ice, sludge, mud, or any other soft or slippery surfaces.
- Be aware of weather conditions in the area and avoid deploying in high winds or other potentially dangerous phenomena.
- Do not position the unit under bridges, as this prevents solar recharge, or directly under power lines, which causes cellular communication issues.
- Choose a spot with good sun exposure so the unit can recharge during the day (e.g., away from trees or buildings whenever possible). If the solar panels do not have 100% sun exposure, you must monitor and recharge the batteries accordingly. Set up a regular maintenance schedule to ensure sign autonomy.
- Always place the unit ahead of any steep turns in the road to ensure visibility to approaching motorists.
- Try to select your location in advance for quick parking and deployment.
3. You must position the trailer parallel to the road so that when your sign is deployed, it is perpendicular to the road and directly facing oncoming traffic. This provides optimal visibility and wind resistance for the unit.
4. When you exit your vehicle, make sure that motorists can see you at all times. Wear reflective clothing and stay well ahead of any sharp curves in the road.
5. Detach the trailer lights, check that the jack stands are level, and that the jacks are pointing straight down. Remove the safety pin and deploy the jacks, using the outriggers if necessary.
- If the jacks are not on level ground, adjust them accordingly by placing wooden blocks underneath them.
- Raise the jacks until the tires and trailer are off the ground, making sure that the coupler lifts off the hitch and has enough room to move the truck forward. Ensure that the trailer is level.
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