Elliott E190, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Safety Responsibilities-aerial EEC-0074 V1.1
Safety Responsibilities
Signal personnel must also have good vision and sound judgment, know
standard aerial device signals and be able to clearly give signals. They must have
sufficient experience to recognize hazards and signal the operator to avoid them.
Riggers must have the ability to determine weights and distances. Riggers must
also demonstrate the ability to select and properly use lifting tackle. It is the
responsibility of the management and supervisor to see that riggers are properly
trained.
Crewmembers must be given specific safety responsibilities and potential
hazards. Crewmembers not required for the lifting operation shall be instructed to stay
clear of the lift. Crewmembers must also be instructed to report any unsafe
conditions to the operator, supervisor or management.
Operator’s Responsibilities
Safety must be the operator’s most important concern. The operator must refuse
to operate the aerial device when knowing it is unsafe and should always consult their
supervisor if there is any doubt regarding safety. The operator must read and
understand the Owner’s manual and verify that the equipment is in proper working order
and properly set up before operating. The operator must be alert, physically fit, and free
from the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications that might affect his/her eyesight,
hearing, reactions, or judgment.
The operator must see that unnecessary people, equipment, and material are
kept out of the work area. The area around the machine shall be kept in order and
properly barricaded.
The operator must understand and be able to accurately interpret the load chart
on the aerial device. It is the operator’s responsibility to determine that the machine can
safely lift and maneuver the load though the range of the lift prior to attempting to lift it.
If any portion of the lift creates a condition of blocked eyesight for the operator, or
when operating in or around hazardous areas, a signal person must be used. Because
the operator is not in the best position to judge distances and may not be able to see all
areas of the work area, a signal person may be necessary at other times. The operator