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(8) Safety rules and regulations.
(9) Authorization to operate.
(10) Operator warnings and instructions.
(11) Actual operation of the aerial platform.
Under the direction of a qualified person, the trainee
shall operate the aerial platform for a sufficient
period of time to demonstrate proficiency in the
actual operation of the aerial platform.
8.5.2 Retraining. The operator shall be retrained, when so
directed by the user, based on the user’s observation
and evaluation of the operator.
8.5.3 Familiarization. When an operator is directed to operate
an aerial platform he/she is not familiar with, the operator
shall receive instructions regarding the following items:
(1) The location of the weather resistant compartment
(for manual(s) storage).
(2) The purpose and function of all controls.
(3) Safety devices and operating characteristics
specific to the aerial platform.
8.6 Before Operation. Before operation, the operator shall:
(1) Read and understand the manufacturer’s operating
instruction(s) and user’s safety rules, or have them
explained
(2) Understand all labels, warnings, and instructions
displayed on the aerial platform or have them
explained.
(3) Ensure all occupants of the aerial platform wear
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
for the conditions, including the environment in
which the aerial platform will be operated.
8.7 Workplace Inspection. Before the aerial platform is
used and during use, the operator shall check the area in
which the aerial platform is to be used for possible
hazards such as, but not limited to:
(1) Drop-offs or holes, including those concealed by
water, ice, mud, etc.
(2) Slope(s).
(3) Bumps and floor obstructions.
(4) Debris.
(5) Overhead obstructions and electrical conductors.
(6) Hazardous locations and atmospheres (reference
ANSI/NFPA 505-1987).
(7) Inadequate surface and support to withstand all
load forces imposed by the aerial platform in all
operating configurations.
(8) Wind and weather conditions.
(9) Presence of unauthorized persons.
(10) Other possible unsafe conditions.
8.8 Prior to each operation. Before each operation of the
platform, the operator shall ensure:
(1) Outriggers, stabilizers, extendable axles, or other
stability enhancing means, are used as required by
the manufacturer.
(2) Guardrails are installed and access gates or
openings are closed per manufacturer’s
instructions.
(3) The load and its distribution on the platform and
any platform extension(s) are in accordance with
the manufacturer’s rated capacity for that specific
configuration.
(4) All personnel on the aerial platform have
appropriate safety gear for the work and
environment envisioned
.
8.9 Understanding of Hazardous Locations. It shall be the
responsibility of the operator to understand the hazard
classification of the intended location of operation
according to ANSI/NFPA 505-1996.
8.10 Operator warnings and instructions. The operator
shall direct personnel operating the aerial platform to be
in compliance with the provisions set forth in this
standard. The operator shall monitor their performance
and supervise their work to ensure the use, application,
and operation of the aerial platform is in conformance
with the provisions set forth in Section 8 of this standard,
warn personnel of potential hazards, provide means to
protect against identified hazards, and explain the
potential consequences of not following proper operating
guidelines. Instructions and guidelines regarding proper
operation shall include, but not necessarily be limited to
the following issues and subjects:
(1) Fall protection. While the guardrail system of the
aerial platform provides primary fall protection all
occupants of the work platform shall wear either fall
restraint or fall arrest equipment as directed by their
employer.
(2) Slope and grade. The aerial platform shall not be
operated in any manner on grades, side slopes, or
ramps exceeding those for which the aerial platform
is rated by the manufacturer.
(3) Deployment of stability enhancing means.
Outriggers, stabilizers, extendable axles or other
stability enhancing means shall be deployed and
locked into place as required by the manufacturer.
(4) Guardrail system. Guardrails shall be installed and
positioned, and access gates or openings shall be
properly closed per the manufacturer’s instructions.
(5) Distribution of load. The load and its distribution on
the platform and any platform extension(s) shall be
in accordance with the manufacturer’s rated
capacity for that specific configuration.
(6) Maintaining overhead clearance. The operator shall
be instructed to ensure that adequate clearance is
maintained from overhead obstructions and
energized electrical conductors and parts.
(7) Electrocution hazard. The operator shall perform
only the work for which he or she is qualified, in
compliance with all applicable safety related work
practices intended to prevent electric shock
covered by the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
1910.333. The operator’s level of competence shall
be established only by persons qualified to do so.
Operators shall maintain the appropriate minimum
approach distance (MAD) from energized power
lines and parts covered by CFR 1910.333 (c).
(8) Personal Protective Equipment. The operator shall
ensure all personnel on the platform wear personal
protective equipment as required.
(9) Personnel footing. Personnel shall maintain a firm
footing on the platform floor while working thereon.
Climbing by occupants on the mid-rail or top-rail of
the aerial platform is prohibited. The use of planks,
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.