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ladders, or any other devices on the platform for
achieving additional height or reach is prohibited.
(10) Precaution for other moving equipment. When other
moving equipment and vehicles are present,
special precautions shall be taken to comply with
local ordinances or safety standards established for
the workplace.
Warnings such as, but not limited to, flags, roped
off areas, flashing lights, and barricades shall be
used as appropriate.
(11) Reporting problems or malfunctions.
The user shall direct the operator to immediately
report to a supervisor any problem(s) or
malfunction(s) that become evident during
operation. The user shall ensure all problems and
malfunctions that affect the safety of operations are
repaired prior to continued use.
(12) Reporting potentially hazardous locations. The user
shall direct the operator to immediately report to a
supervisor any potentially hazardous location(s)
that become evident during operation.
(13) Hazardous location operation.
Operation of aerial platforms not approved and
marked for operation in a hazardous location shall
be prohibited.
(14) Entanglement. Care shall be taken to prevent rope,
electric cords, and hoses, etc., from becoming
entangled in the aerial platform.
(15) Capacity limitations. Rated capacities and rated
number of occupants shall not be exceeded when
loads are transferred to the platform at any height.
(16) Work area. The user shall direct the operator to
ensure the area surrounding the aerial platform is
clear of personnel and equipment before lowering
the platform.
(17) Fueling. The engine (if applicable) shall be shut
down while fuel tanks are being filled.
Fueling shall be done in a well ventilated area free
of flame, sparks, or other hazards that may cause
fire or explosion.
(18) Battery charging. Batteries shall be charged in a
well ventilated area free of flame, sparks, or other
hazards that may cause fire or explosion.
(19) Improper platform stabilization. The aerial platform
shall not be positioned against another object to
steady the platform or improve stability.
(20) Misuse as a crane. The aerial platform shall not be
used as a crane.
(21) Unusual operating support conditions.
The aerial platform shall not be operated from a
position on trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating
vessels, scaffolds, or similar equipment unless the
application is approved in writing by the
manufacturer or a qualified person.
(22) Travel speeds. The user shall direct the operator to
limit travel speed according to conditions, including
the condition of the support surface, congestion,
visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other
factors leading to hazards which may cause
collision(s) or result in potential injury(ies) to
personnel.
(23) Driving requirements. Before and during driving
while the platform is elevated, the user shall direct
the operator to:
(a) Maintain a clear view of the support surface
and route of travel.
(b) Ensure personnel in the worksite area that
may be affected are aware of the movement,
communicating and maneuvering the aerial
platform as required to protect against
personal injury.
(c) Maintain a safe distance from obstacles,
debris, drop-offs, holes, depressions, ramps,
and other hazards to ensure safe travel.
(d) Maintain a safe distance from overhead
obstructions and energized electrical
conductors.
(24) Stunt driving. Stunt driving and horseplay are
prohibited.
(25) Securing the aerial platform. The user shall direct
the operator to implement means provided to
protect against use by an unauthorized person(s).
(26) Altering safety devices. Interlocks or other safety
devices shall not be altered or disabled.
(27) Snagged platform. If the platform or elevating
assembly becomes caught, snagged, or otherwise
prevented from normal motion by adjacent
structures or other obstacles such that control
reversal does not free the platform, all personnel
shall be removed from the platform before attempts
are made to free the platform using lower controls.
(28) Vacating (or entering) an elevated aerial platform. If
permitted by the manufacturer, personnel shall only
vacate or enter a raised aerial platform by following
the guidelines and instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
(29) Modifications. Modification or alteration of an aerial
platform or the fabrication and attaching of
frameworks, or the mounting of attachments for
holding tools or materials onto the platform or the
guardrail system shall only be accomplished with
the prior written permission of the manufacturer.
(30) Assistance to the operator. If an operator
encounters any suspected malfunction of the aerial
platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe
condition relating to capacity, intended use or safe
operation of the aerial platform, the operator shall
cease operation of the aerial platform and request
further information from the user.
(31) Problems or malfunctions. Any problem(s) or
malfunction(s) that affect the safety of operations
shall be repaired prior to the use of the aerial
platform.
(32) Carrying materials (larger than the platform). The
user shall ensure that only properly secured tools
and materials which are evenly distributed and can
be safely handled by a person(s) working from the
platform, are moved.
(33) Rated horizontal force. The user shall direct the
operator not to exceed the manufacturer’s rated
horizontal force.
(34) Bridge cranes. When an aerial platform is to
operate within the area of travel of a bridge crane or
similar equipment, steps shall be taken to prevent a
collision with the aerial platform.
(35) Adequate support requirements. The user shall
ensure the support surface is adequate for the
aerial platform and the load carried.
(36) Leveling the aerial platform. Outriggers and leveling
devices supplied by the manufacturer shall be
utilized to level the aerial platform when provided.