Aerial Work Pla atform Safety

Shawn C. Smith h, NAVFAC HQ Roderick Nerney Nerney, , MSFSC TC TC-East East

 Exits E it Restrooms Breaks Introductions

Purp pose
This presentation Thi t ti will ill provide ide guidance to the safety profes ssional in order to raise awareness to the hazards, regulations and miti igation strategies concerning the use of Aerial Work Platforms (AWP) ).

Background Part 1
Types/ Use g regulations g Governing Operators licensing

Part 2 Unit Familiarization n and Inspection Part 3 Operational Safety

Worksite inspection

Part 4 PPE

Short Version V
1. Qualified trained and familiarized 2. Unit Inspection (in ncluding full function test) 3. Site Inspection 4. PPE

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What do we w call it?

Man Lift M Scissor Lifts Aerial Work Platforms AWP Powered Access Equipme ent Boom Lifts Mobile Elevating Work Pla atform MEWP Cherry Picker JLG Genie ent Powered access equipme Maitenance platforms

Another r Name?

CESE
CIVIL ENGINEERING SUPPORT EQUIPMENT

Equipment under ANSI 92.x

Other Acce ess Equipment

Where do we w find them?

PWC Constructio on sites Shipyards Airfields Ships
CVN, LHA A, LHD AS AOE AS, E AKE E, LMSR, FSS F Barges Buildings g
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Navy Mishap ps Aug 2006

Causes of De eath from Aerial Lifts in Const truction, 1992 1992-99 99

% o f D eaths e Electrocutions 43% 11% 26% 44% 17% 30% 7% # Struck by/against 5% 9% Boom -supported pp lifts = 144 deaths Scissor lifts = 64 deaths

Falls

Collapses/tipovers

Caught in/betw een

#Data for s c is s or lifts do not m eet Bureau of Labor S tatis tic s public ation c riteria S ourc e: U U.S. S Bureau of Labor Statis tic s data

Deaths from m Aerial Lifts in Construction, by Trade, 1992 1992-99 99

% o f D e a th s E le c tric a l w o rk e rs * 12% 23% 7% 16% 4% B o o m -s u p p o rte d lifts S c is s o r lifts 4% 45% 22%

C o n s tru c tio n la b o re rs

P a in te rs

C a rp e n te rs # Iro n w o rk e rs* * # O th e r tra d e s * * *

29% 38%

# D a t a f r o m s c is s o r lif t s d o e s n o t m e e t B u r e a u o f L a b o r S t a t is t ic s p u b lic a t io n c r it e r ia * E le c t r ic ia n s , e le c t r ic ia n a p p r e n t ic e s , p o w e r in s t a lle r s , a n d t h e ir s u p e r v is o r s * * S t r u c t u r a l m e t a l w o r k e r s a n d w e ld e r s a n d c u t t e r s * * * I n c lu d e s p lu m b e r s , p ip e f it t e r s a n d s t e a m f it t e r s , b r ic k m a s o n s a n d s t o n e m a s o n s , d r y w a ll in s t a lle r s S o u r c e : U . S . B u r e a u o f L a b o r S t a t is t ic s d a t a

Regulatory/ov versight guidance

Occupational Safety y and Health Administration (OSH HA) American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Department of Navy y United U it d St States t Army A y Corps C of f Engineers E i (USACE) Others
MSHA

Regul lations

Code of federal Regulations R

o 1910.67

Vehicle-M Mounted Elevating and Rotating g Wor rk Platforms o 1926.453 Aerial Lifts L

American Natio onal Standards Insti titute

Scaffold Industry of Am merica, 92.x series
ANSI/SIA A92 A92.2-2001 2 2001 Vehicle Vehicle-Mo Mo ounted Elevating and Rotating Aerial Devices ANSI/SIA A92.3-2006 Manually Pr ropelled Elevating Aerial Platforms ANSI/SIA A92.5-2006Boom-Supp ported Elevating Work Platforms ANSI/SIA A92.6-2006 Self-Propel lled Elevating Work Platforms ANSI/SIA A92 A92.7-1990 7-1990 (R1998) Air rline Ground Support Vehicle-Mounted Vertical Lift Devices D ANSI/SIA A92.8-1993 (R1998)Veh hicle-Mounted Bridge Inspection and Maintenance Devices D ANSI/SIA A92.9-1993Mast-Climbi ing Work Platforms

Navy Policy
OPNAVINST 11240 11240.8 8 18 8 Jun 08 MANAGEMENT OF CIV VIL ENGINEERING SUPPORT EQUIPMENT T IN THE NAVY. 3. Applicability. pp y This instruction applies pp to the management of general purpose equipment. including g automotive veh hicles, , construction, , weight handling, railway, and associated types of equipment, q p afloat and ashore.

Navy Policy y- Continued

5. Responsibilities 5 a. Commander, Naval Faci ilities Engineering Command(COMNAVFAC CENGCOM) is assigned CENGCOM), principal responsibility as Navy N single manager for CESE f CESE, for i implementing l ti th h policies he li i in i references f (a) and (b), as they apply to o the Navy.

Navy Guidance
NAVFAC P300 MANAG GEMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING SUPP PORT EQUIPMENT

(a) Determine requirement ts. (b) Programming and budg geting for acquisition. ( ) Utili (c) Utilization. ti (d) Maintenance and opera ation

NAV VSUP
NAVSUP S Publication 53 38 3 ( (Rev. 3) MANAGEMENT OF MAT TERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT (MHE) AND SHIPBOARD MOBILE SUPPORT EQU UIPMENT (SMSE)
Page 4-4 4 4, For elevating w work platforms platformsthe the licensing requirements doc cumented in NAVFAC P300 s shall a be followed. o o ed

NAV VAIR

NAVAIR 4790.2 4790 2 Naval A Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) Support Equipment (aviation) (

Regul lations
EM385 -1-1 22 22.M M VEHICLE-M MOUNTED ELEVATING AND ROTATING G WORK PLATFORMS ( (Aerial Devices s/Lifts). ) 22 22.M.01 M 01 Vehicle Vehicle-mounted mounted elevating e and rotating work platforms (aerial lifts, to include articulating boom p platforms/lifts (knuc ( ckle boom lifts), ), trailermounted boom lifts) shall be designed and constructed per ANSI/SIA A92.2. A 22.M.02 22 M 02 V Vehicle-mounted hi l t d elevating el ti and d rotating t ti work platforms shall be op perated, inspected, tested, and maintained as specifie ed in the operating manual for that piece of equipmen nt.

Regul lations
22.M.06 Fall protection. p a. Tying off to an adjacent po ole, structure or equipment while workin ng from an aerial i l lift shall h ll not t be b perm mitted. itt d b. Employees shall always stand firmly on the floor of the basket and d shall not sit or climb on the edge of the ba asket or use planks, ladders, or other devices for f a work position. c. A harness and lanyard, or r deceleration device of length or design with a sui itable height anchorage such that any fall over the platform edge shall not und, shall be worn by a cause impact with the grou worker when working from m the basket of a vehicle mounted aerial lift. > See Section S 21.

Regul lations

1910.67(a)(1) y veh hicle-mounted device, "Aerial device." Any telescoping or articulati ing, or both, which is used to position personnel.

29CFR1910.67
Lift controls t l must t be b tested t t d daily d ily. [1910.67(c)(2)(i)] [1910 67( )(2)(i)] Operators O t must be trained. [1910.67(c)(2)(ii) i)] Employees must work within the e basket. [1910.67(c)(2)(iv)] B d belts Body b lt with ith lanyards l d must t be b used. d [1910.67(c)(2)(v)] [1910 67( )(2)( )] Body belts are for positioning on nly, not for fall protection. Harnesses may be used in lieu of o body belts. Load L d limit li it must t not t be b exceeded d d. d [1910.67(c)(2)(vi)] [1910 67( )(2)( i)] B Brakes k must be set; outriggers used, if so s equipped; and wheels chocked; if on incline. [1910.67(c c)(2)(vii)] Unless designed, aerial i l lift trucks t k may not t be b mov ved d when h the th boom b is i elevated in a working position with w workers in the basket. [1910.67(c)(2)(viii)] Upper and lower controls are required and must tb be plainly l i l marked. k d Lower L c t l must controls t be b provided id d for f overriding the upper controls. [1 1910.67(c)(2)(ix)]

Navy Requirem ments (NAVFAC)

NAVFAC P P-300 300
3.9 Construction, Specialized d and Railroad Equipment Operator Testing and Licensi ing Program
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Figure 3-8 shows equipment th hat these rules fall under NAVFAC Equip Code Equip Description D 5460 Man lift/Aerial Platform (a) Age. Must be at least 21 if operating o CONUS. Must be 18 if operating or preparing to opera ate OCONUS.

3.9.2 392P Personal l and d Ph Physical i l Qualifications Q lifi ti

Navy Requirem ments (NAVFAC)

3 3.9.3 93P Prerequisite i it Safety S f ty Instruction, I t ti Written W itt Examinations, and Perfo ormance Qualifications Tests All Applicants for in Tests. nitial licensing shall be instructed and tested on all a applicable procedures of Safety Precautions, activit ty safety guidance, and specific applicants must pass p the written tests and demonstrate operating pro oficiency by passing the performance qualification test. test Each activity should develop tests as needed, to support their individual activity y requirements. q

Responsibili ities

MANUFACTURERS DEALERS OWNERS USERS OPERATORS LESSORs and LESSEES S

Manufa acturers

Use sound engineering prac ctices Use quality control and test t procedures Provide P id manuals l f for operati ti i ing, safety, f t maintenance/repair, and pa arts Offer training material to aid d others in meeting their responsibilities Provide weather resistant storage for operation and safety manual

Dea alers

Perform a complete pre-deliv very inspection prior i t to sale, l l lease, or rental. t l Offer training to owners, user rs, and operators. operators d Familiarization of unit upon delivery. Supply all manuals with mach hine upon sale lease, or rental. ent Use only identical or equivale replacement parts. parts
ANSI A92.5 = Page 2, Section 5 ANSI A92.6 = Pages 4-5, Section 5

Own ners

Follow manufacturers manufacturer s reco ommended maintenance / inspection plan n. Allow only qualified employ yees to complete inspections and repa airs. Train maintenance personn nel Train operators Store manuals in weather resistant r container.
ANSI A92.5 = Pages 2-4 ANSI A92.6 = Pages 6-8 68

Lessors and Lesses

Responsibilities are the sa ame as previously stated depending on the o role, dealer, owner, user, or operator
ANSI A92.5 = Page 8 ANSI A92.6 = Page 14

Users

Comply with manufacturers manufacturer s inspection requirements s Ensure pre-start inspections Ensure compliance with ope erator section of applicable ANSI responsibility manual
ANSI A92.5 = Pages 4-6 ANSI A92 A92.6 6=P Pages 8 8-11 11

Navy Training and Certification

Proof of Operator Training shall be available upon request. Proof of Training shall contain c the following information:
o o o o

o ANSI A92.6 - Page 13-14, Section 8.1 1

1. Name of Trainee 2.Name od Entity providing g Training or ReTraining 3. Name of Trainer(s) 4. Clear identification that training t coveredSelf-Propelled Elevating Wo ork Platforms 5 Date of Training 5.

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OF346 or NAVFAC 11260 0/2 PAL card, d MFR card d PQS 311 ?????

Navy Training and Certification

Manufacturer OF346 SWO 23

ESA AMS

Training g and Familiarization F

NAVFAC P300 - Familiarization

(d) Equipment Unit Familia arity Checkouts Checkouts. The Navys Navy s construction and railroad equ uipment inventory consists of a wide variety of equipment types, makes and models and innumerable variations s in the control mechanisms and operational characterist tics. For this reason, it is not economically feasible to o devise and administer examinations and issue e licenses to cover each equipment q p variation. The objective j of the licensing g program is to ensure that operators are qualified to operate equipment having g the same essential basic functional characteristics aracteristics. Satisfactory checkout is s the responsibility of the responsible p equipment q p t operations p supervisor. p

Operator Retraining R
Retraining - The operator shall be retrained when so directed by the user, based on the users observation and evaluation of the operator. operator.*
*ANSI A92.6 - Page 12, Section 8.5.2

QUESTIONS?

Aerial Work Pla atform Safety

Unit Ins spection

Operator Fa amiliarization
F Familiarization ili i ti - When Wh an n operator t is i di directed t dt to operate an aerial platform m he/she is not familiar with, the operator shall receive e instructions regarding the following items: o 1. Location of the weat ther resistant compartment for manual storage o 2. The purpose and fun nction of all controls o 3. 3 Safety devices and o operating characteristics specific to the aerial pla atform
ANSI A92.6 - Page 12, Section n 8.5.3

Before Operation O
1. Read and understand th he manufacturers operating instruction(s) an nd users safety rules or have them explained 2. 2 Understand all labels labels, w warnings and instructions warnings, displayed on the aerial pla atform or have them explained 3. Ensure all occupants of f the aerial platform wear appropriate personal safety equipment for the conditions including conditions, including, the e environment in which the aerial platform will be oper rated.
ANSI A92.5 - Page 6, Section 8.6 ANSI A92 A92.6 6 - Page P 12, 12 S Section ti 8 8.6 6

Pre-Start Inspection I
Before use each day or at the beginning of each shift, the aerial platform sh hall be given a visual inspection and functional test including, but not limited to to, the following:
1. Operating and emergency cont trols 2. Safety devices 3. Personal protective devices l 4. Air, hydraulic and fuel system leaks 5. Cab 5 Cables es a and d wiring g harness a ess 6. Loose or missing parts 7. Tires and wheels 8 Placards 8. Placards, warnings warnings, control ma arkings, arkings and operating manual(s) 9. Outriggers, stabilizers, and other structures 10 Guardrail 10. G d il system t 11. Items specified by the manufa acturer.

Man nual
The operator shall ensure the op perating and d maintenance i t manuals l are st t tored d in i the weather resistant storage compartment on the aerial platform. rm The manual is considered an INTEGR RAL part of the aerial platform and is vital to communicate necessary safety information to the operator. The operator o shall be familiar with the manuals s and reference them as required.
ANSI A92.5 = Page 6, Section 8.2 ANSI A92.6 A92 6 = P Page 11 11, S Section ti 8 8.2.1 21

**THE MACHINE SHALL NOT BE OPE ERATED WITHOUT THE OPERATORS/SAFETY Y MANUAL MANUAL.

Inspectio on Placard

Controls

Safety Devices D
Equipment installed safety devices include but are not limited to: Limit Switches Outriggers/Stabilizing Devices Angle Indicators Overload O l d Al Alarms Load Computers Horn Lights (Platform and a Base/Turret) Deadman Pedal in Basket

Limit Switches
Op perators t must t understand d t d wh hat the limitations of the AW WP th they are using i are and d mo ore importantly what they loo ok k lik like and d abide bid by b those h lim mitations not when the lim li mits i switch i h stops operation. i Pre Plan jobs based on stances and heights and dis uti ilize the right AWP for job.

Navy Mishap p Aug 2006

Limit Switches

Limit Switches

Limit Switches

Hydra aulics

Cables an nd Wiring

Electric cal System

Check for damaged or loose electrical wiring and components.

Turntable/ Drive Motors

Check swing motor for loose bolts, damaged gears. Check turntable base and chassis for objects left there.

Tir res

Plac cards
DANGER DANGER
DANGER (white letters on red background)- Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoid ded, will result in death or serious injury. The signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.

WARNING (black letters of orange background) - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoid ded, could result in death or serious injury injury.

WARNING

CAUTION
CAUTION (black letters on a yellow background) ) - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoid ded, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may be used to alert against unsafe practices.

Danger r Decals

Warning g Decals

Caution n Decals

Plac cards

Guar rdrails

Repairs and Maintenance M

Follow manufacturer schedule h d l for f maintenance and service.

When you dont inspect

Operatio onal Safety

Workplace e Inspection
Drop offs or holes Slope(s) Bumps and floor obstructions s Debris Overhead obstructions and electrical e conductors Hazardous locations Inadequate surface and supp port to withstand all load forces imposed by th aerial the i l platform l tf in i all ll opera ating ti configurations Wind and weather conditions s Other possible unsafe condit tions

ANSI A92.5 - Page 7, Section 8.7 ANSI A92.6 - Page 12, Section 8.7

Prior to Eac ch Elevation

Before each elevation of th he p platform, , the operator p shall ensure: o 1. Outriggers, stabilizers s, extendible axles, or other stability enhancing mea ans are used as required by the manufacturer o 2. Guardrails are installe ed and access gates or openings are closed per r manufacturers instructions o 3. The load and its distr ribution on the platform and any platform extensions s are in accordance with the manufacturers rated ca apacity for that specific configuration o 4. All p personnel on the aerial a platform have p appropriate safety gear for the work and environment envisioned d ANSI A92 A92.5 5 - Page 7 7, Sectio on 8.8 88 ANSI A92.6 - Page 12, Sect tion 8.8

Ground Conditions

Philadelphia OCT T 2009 1 fatality

Ground Conditions

Philadelphia OCT T 2009 1 fatality

Ground Conditions

Philadelphia OCT T 2009 1 fatality

Ground Conditions

Utilities cover could not support the weight of AWP.

Pier- Ungu uarded Edge

Loss of situational it ti l awareness and lack of curb/barrier allowed AWP to be driven off unguarded edge

Ground Conditions

Plywood y p protects deck but decreases coefficient of f i i and friction d is i loose can shift as AWP turns

Slop pe 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 p y the manufacturer

Alaska July 2007 2 2 fatalities

Machinery M hi Accident A id t July 19, 2007 (Alaska) Gold Operation Contactor Iron Worker
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MS SHA

28 years old 3 years experience i 19 years old 44 weeks experience

Contractor Iron Worker

Alaska July 2007 2 2 fatalities Causa al Factors

Management policies and proce edures were inadequate. The task training provided to the persons s assigned to operate the JLG 120HX manlift did not identify th he specific safe operating procedures and limitations of th he load management system that were critical to safely operate th his machinery. Management failed to ensure the training addressed d all safe operating procedures. procedures Management policies, procedur res, and controls were inadequate. The manlift was used beyond th he design capacity intended by the manufacturer creating a hazard to persons persons. The rear center jack on the manlift was being used as a a stabilizer or outrigger and the manlift was not positioned on a solid and level surface during use. Management g failed to conduct an a assessment of the risk when they allowed the equipment to be b positioned on a surface that was not solid and level.

Capacity- Load L Chart

Unit must have: ANSI Operator Manual Safety Manual** Manual Other considerations Safety observer WorksiteWorksite overheads/ pier People walking below Basket Capacity Welding Power washing Plastic wrap Lower controls

Capa pacity y
The load and its distribution on the platform and any platform extension(s) shall be in accordance with the manufacturers manufacturer s rated capacity capacity.

Operators Tools Equipment S Supplies li

Capa pacity y

Capa pacity y

Weight W g of 5 g gallon bucket of paint p a approximately 55lbs

Capacity p y- LMSR

Overhead Clearance
The operator shall ensure ad dequate clearance is maintained from overhead obstructions and a energized electrical conductors and parts.

ELECTROCUTION HAZARDS

Maintain safe distances from electrical power lines.

Keep p away from machine if it conta acts power lines.

Electrocuti ion Hazard

VOLTAGE RANGE MSAD 0 to 300V AVOID CONTACT Over 300V to 50KV 10 feet Over 50KV to 200KV 15 feet Over 200KV to 350KV 20 feet Over 350KV to 500KV 25 feet Over 500KV to 750KV 35 feet
Grove = Above Values +10 Operators Handbook Section 2

POWERLINE OW N CON CONTACT C

HIGH VOLTAGE PATH LOW

GROUND IS ENERGIZED N G OUT FROM THE VEHICLE

Rated Si ide Load

Wind QA Testing

Rated Si ide Load

Operator r Footing

Personnel shall maintain firm foot ting on the platform floor while working there eon. Cli bi by Climbing b occupants t on the th mid id d il or top drail t rail of the aerial platform is prohib bited. The use of planks, ladders, or another r device on the platform for achieving addition nal height or reach is prohibited.

Entanglem g ment
Care shall be taken to prevent rop pe, pe electrical cords, and hoses, etc. fr rom becoming entangled in the aerial platform. p Welding g Leads Lines Electrical Air Hoses
o

THEY ALSO ADD WEIGHT AND D DECREASE BASKET CAPACIT TY

TIP-OVER HA AZARDS
Do not place or attach suspended d dl loads d t to any part of the machine. Do not use the machine for crane purposes.

Travel Spe eed

Th The operator t shall h ll limit li it tra t avel l speed d according to conditions, in ncluding the condition of the suppo ort surface, congestion, visib bility, slope, location of personn nel, and other factors leading to ha azards which may cause collision n(s) or result in potential injury to o personnel.

Travel only in lowe ered position

Floating Ap pplications
The aerial platform shall not be operated o from a position on t trucks, k t trailers, il railway il cars, floa fl ating ti vessels*, l * scaffolds, ff ld or similar i il equipment unless the applicatio on is approved in writing by the manufacturer or a qualified pers son.

Floating Ap pplications

Floating Ap pplications

Floating Ap pplications

Other Cons siderations

Always y use the Three Point Contact C

Twisted Ankles
Always face the machine whe en entering and exiting Clean hands and feet Use handrails, ladders, or ste eps Control levers are not hand holds for climbing on and off Do not step p on foot controls

Operatio onal Safety

QUESTIONS?

Aerial Work Pla atform Safety- PPE

HIERARCHY OF FALL FA PROTECTION

1) Hazard Elimination: Remove the e need to work at height 2) Fall Prevention (Traditional Fall Protection): Passive fixtures requiring no training to be effectiv ve 3) Fall Restraint: Active connectio on limiting our range of motion so as to prevent access to an unprote ected edge 4) Fall Protection (PFAS) - Task ne ecessitates work with a direct vertical exposure requiring primar ry positioning and secondary arrest protection 5) ) Work Procedure: Other means indicating i g that a hazard exists but offer no real protection to the wor rker

PPE for APW A Use

Why do we need Fall Pro otection PPE when using aerial work k platforms? Should we use a fall restraint or fall arrest (energy absorbing) connector? Which meets regulatory requirement?

PPE in APW Use

Fall Arrest or Fall Restraint

Fall Arrest
Personnel Fall Arrest System (PFAS) Body harness Connector Anchor Rescue

Fall Restraint

Fall Restr raint System

Fixed or Adjustable Lanyar rd W/O Energy Absorber NTE E 6
o o

Protect workers from fall haza ards by restricting their movement ts Maximum adjustment length shall s not exceed distance from anc chor to unprotected edge You cant fall off an edge if yo ou cant reach the edge

RESTRAINT

SLIDE FP - AP 4-9

Worst Cas se Scenario

Fall Arres st System

Fi Fixed d or Adjustable Adj bl Lanyard L d W/ Energy E Absorber
o o o o

Shall not exceed 6 LO OA Protects workers from m fall hazards by restricting their movements Provides worker arres st protection in the event of fall/ejection from platf form/basket Requires situational awareness a to ensure Total Fall Distance (lanyard d length+PEA deployment+worker height) h is not greater than platform/basket worki ing position

Drop Test

SLIDE FP - AP 5-3

PPE for APW A Use

Full Body Harness Lanyard/ Connector

Harn ness

DORSAL D-RING FALL ARREST & RETRIEVAL

SLIDE FP - AP 5-15

Harn ness
Full Body Harness
Directs forces from a fall to sub-pelvic area (Buttocks). (Buttocks) o Maintains fallen worker in upright position o Increases time a person p n can be suspended p safely y o Multipurpose
o

SLIDE FP - AP 5-13

Inspect and Adjust

Is this t worker wearing a properly l donned d d and d a adjusted Full Body Harness?

SLIDE FP - AP 5-15

Energy Absor rbing Lanyards

Absorbs energy during a fa all Part of fall arrest system (P PFAS) 6 ft or less in length g Always connect shock abs sorber end to d ring at your back Shock absorber contains 42 4 or 48 inches* of additional mater rial to absorb force of impact p whe en activated. This webbing begins to tea ar apart when h approximately i t l 450 lb b of bs f force f is applied.
*B *Based d on ANSI Standard St d d Compl C liance li l

SLIDE FP - AP 5-30

Anc chor

An an nchorage point is a secure point of attachment for lifelines, lanyar rds, deceleration devices, or self f retracting lanyards. 3600 l lbs lb

SLIDE FP - AP 5-3

300 lbs

Never tie off to an adjoining dj i i structure

Emergency De escent Control

Res scue

Confusion from f OSHA interpre p etation

J January 14 14, 2009 Letter # 20070823-7896 Re: Whether a manufacturer-stipulated d minimum anchor point elevation of 18 8 feet precludes the use of a shock absorbing lanyard in an aerial lift. 29 CFR 1926.453(a)(1)(v);

PFAS Clearance Calculation

Industry Response R

To provide clarification to the OSHA LOI, industry groups developed Statement of Best Practices of Personal Fall Protection Systems for Aerial Work Platform Equipment in February y 2011. It provides 4 options.

4 Op ptions

AWP Work Over Water

Connected or Disconnected?

OSHA- Over Water

March 20, 2010 Letter # 20090601-9068 Re: Whether OSHA standards requ uire employees to be tied off while working over water on an aerial lif ft. .Therefore, Th f OSHA considers id i it a de d minimis i i i violation i l i of f 1926.453(b)(2)(v) where employee es on an aerial lift who are wearing a harness, , lanyard, y , and a life vest unhook u their lanyard y from the boom or basket while working above wat ter. In light of this de minimis policy, the procedures you describe ed in your letter are acceptable.

PFAS Frie endly PFD

Ca apital Safety Safet Offshore Lifejacket for use with Full Body Harness
Mod del 9500468
Off-Sho ore Lifejacket with back D-ring opening may be used wit th a variety of harnesses including our Delta No-Tangle harnesses that offer greater comfort and added sa afety Constru ucted from CERTIFIED Hi-Vis orange fabric and 62 square inches of solas grade reflective tape Foam fi illed head support collar with two vertical adjustab ble straps and hinged back panel for comfort includes safety whistle Polyvinyl chloride foam buoyant material provides a minimum m buoyant force of 22 pounds (98 newtons) Size = Universal (Adult) ( ) Inspect ted and tested in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard re egulations. Catalog No. 1600 Type 1, U.S. Coast Gu uard Approval No. 160.055/187/0. UL listed Issue No o. B-8050

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Ques stions