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8.2.5 Post Event Inspection or Test.
After any reported event during which structural members of an aerial
device or mobile unit are suspected of being subjected to loading or stresses in excess of design stress such
as after an accident involving overturning of the mobile unit or application of unintended external mechanical
or electrical forces to the aerial device, the aerial device shall be removed from service and subjected to the
applicable periodic inspection requirements in 8.2.4. In addition to the periodic inspection, supplemental
non-destructive examination procedures or other tests to assist in detecting possible structural damage to
the aerial device may be required. All damaged items shall be replaced or repaired before the unit is
returned to service. Return to service shall be approved by a qualified person.
8.3 Inspection and Test Records.
8.3.1 Frequent.
Items to be inspected shall be designated to the operator or other authorized person
making frequent inspections. Records of frequent inspections need not be made. However, where a safety
hazard is found, it shall be reported in writing to a person responsible for the corrective action and that report
and a record of the correction shall be maintained for five years, or as required by applicable regulations.
8.3.2 Periodic.
Written, or appropriately archived electronic, dated and signed reports and records shall be
made of periodic inspections and tests and retained for a period of five years or as required by applicable
regulations.
8.4 Maintenance.
Maintenance and frequency of maintenance shall be determined by the owner in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
8.4.1 Maintenance Training.
The owner shall train their maintenance personnel in inspection and
maintenance of the aerial device in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and Section 8 of
this standard.
8.4.2 Weldings.
Welding repairs of components or welds, designated as critical in the manufacturer’s
manual shall be made in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and shall meet the
Structural Welding Code AWS D1.1-2006 or AWS D1.2-2003. Should the original manufacturer no longer
exist, and equivalent entity may determine the required procedure.
8.5 Modifications.
No modifications or additions which affect the stability, mechanical, hydraulic, or
electrical integrity or the safe operation of the aerial device shall be made without the written approval of the
manufacturer. If such modifications or changes are made, the capacity, operation and maintenance
instruction markings shall be changed accordingly. In no case shall the safety factors be reduced below
those specified in this standard or below the manufacturers design safety factors, whichever are greater.
Should the original manufacturer no longer exist, an equivalent entity may approve required modification.
8.5.1 Alterations.
Altering or disabling the function of safety devices, guards, or interlocks, if so equipped, is
prohibited.
8.6 Weight Distribution.
Changes in loading or additions made to the mobile unit after the final acceptance
that affect weight distribution shall meet applicable regulations by governmental agencies. In no case shall
axle loads of the fully loaded vehicle exceed the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) assigned by the
manufacturer.
Note: Any change in weight distribution may adversely affect stability.
8.7 Transfer of Ownership.
When a change in ownership of an aerial device occurs, it shall be the
responsibility of the seller to provide the manufacturer's manual(s) for that aerial device to the purchaser. It is
the responsibility of the purchaser to notify the manufacturer of the unit model and serial number and the
name and address of the new owner within 60 days. If the owner uses other entities as agents (e.g.,
Brokers) for the sale or the arrangement of a sale of an aerial device(s) their responsibilities under this
section continue.
8.8 Markings.
The markings on the aerial device shall not be removed, defaced, or altered. All missing or
illegible markings shall be promptly replaced.
8.9 Parts.
When parts or components are replaced they shall be identical in specification and function to the
original aerial device parts or components or shall provide an equal or greater factor of safety.
8.10 Safety Bulletins.
Owners shall comply with safety related bulletins as received from the manufacturer,
dealer or installer.
8.11 Manuals.
The owner shall insure that the operating manual(s) is stored on the mobile unit.
8.12 Training, Retraining and Familiarization of Operators.
