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(6) The purpose of placards and decals.
(7) Workplace inspection.
(8) Applicable safety rules and regulations, such as Part 4, ANSI C2-2007, National Electrical Safety Code
(applies to utility workers as defined in ANSI C2). The above standard is an example; other industries using
aerial devices have safety rules pertinent to that industry.
(9) Authorization to operate.
(10) Operator warnings and instructions.
(11) Actual operation of the Aerial Device. Under the direction of a qualified person, the trainee shall operate
the aerial device for a sufficient period of time to demonstrate proficiency in the actual operation of the aerial
device.
(12) Proper use of personal fall protection equipment. Fall protection systems criteria and practices are
covered in 29 CFR 1926.502.
9.3.2 Retraining.
The operator shall be retrained, when so directed by the user, based on the user’s
observation and evaluation of the operator.
9.3.3 Familiarization.
When an operator is directed to operate an aerial device with which they are not
familiar, they shall receive prior instruction regarding the following items:
(1) The location of the manuals.
(2) The purpose and function of all controls.
(3) Safety devices and operating characteristics specific to the aerial device.
(4) Under the direction of a qualified person, the trainee shall operate the aerial device for a sufficient period
of time to demonstrate proficiency in the actual operation of the aerial device.
9.3.4 Proof of Training.
Users providing training should provide successful trainees a means to evidence
their training and should provide such proof if requested by the trainee. The document evidencing training
shall include the following information:
(1) Name of trainee.
(2) Name of entity providing training or retraining.
(3) Name of trainer(s).
(4) Clear identification of the make(s) and model(s) of the mobile unit(s) on which the operator has been
trained.
9.4 Application.
The employer and authorized operator(s) shall insure that the aerial device is used only for
intended applications as defined in the operating manual and that recognized safety practices are observed.
The User is directed to Appendix C for guidance as to appropriate applications.
9.5 Electrical Hazard.
All applicable safety related work practices intended to protect from electrical
hazards shall be defined and explained to the operator by a qualified person. The operator shall maintain the
appropriate Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) from energized conductors and apparatus commensurate
with the operator’s qualification. See Appendix F for the information on the Minimum Approach Distances
and other precautions.
9.6 Bare-Hand Work.
For bare-hand work, a Category A aerial device shall be used.
9.7 Lower Controls.
The lower controls of aerial devices shall not be used for continuous operation with
personnel in the platform.
9.8 Manufacturer’s Safety Bulletins.
The user shall comply with the applicable safety-related bulletins as
received from the manufacturer, installer, dealer or owner.
10. Responsibilities of Operators.
10.1 General Responsibilities.
Each operator shall comply with the requirements of this section.
10.2 Personnel.
Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate the aerial device.
10.3 Operation.
During operation of the aerial device all platform occupants shall use appropriate fall
protection connected to the aerial device anchorage(s).
