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A N A M E R I C A N
N A T I O N A L
S T A N D A R D
CABLEWAYS
ASME B30.19-2000
(Revision of ASME 830.19-1993)
SAFETY STANDARD FOR CABLEWAYS, CRANES, DERRICKS, HOISTS,HOOKS, JACKS, AND SLlNCS
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Date of Issuance: November 30, 2000
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This American National Standard, Safety Standard for Cableways, Cranes, Derricks, Hoists,
Hooks, Jacks, and Slings, hasbeen developed under the procedures accredited bythe
AmericanNational Standards Institute (formerly theUnited States of America Standards
Institute). This Standard had itsbeginning in December 1916 whenan eight-page Code of
Safety Standards for Cranes, prepared by an ASME Committee on the Protection of Industrial
Workers, waspresentedtotheannualmeeting oftheASME.
Meetings and discussions regarding safety on cranes, derricks, and hoists wereheldfrom
1920to1925, involving the ASME Safety Code Correlating Committee, the Association
of Iron andSteelElectrical Engineers, theAmericanMuseum of Safety, theAmerican
Engineering Standards Committee (later changed toAmerican Standards Associationand
subsequently to the USA Standards Institute), Department of Labor - State of New Jersey,
Department of Labor andIndustry - State of Pennsylvania, andthe Locomotive Crane
Manufacturers Association. On June 1 I , 1925, the American Engineering Standards Committee
approved theASMESafetyCode Correlating Committee’s recommendationand authorized
theprojectwiththe US Department of theNavy,Bureau of Yardsand Docks, andASME
as sponsors.
In March1926, invitations wereissuedto 50 organizations to appoint representatives to
a Sectional Committee. The call for organization of this Sectional Committee was sent out
October 2, 1926. andthe committee organized November 4, 1926, with 57 members
representing 29 national organizations. The Safety Code for Cranes, Derricks, andHoists,
ASA B30.2- 1943, was created from the eight-page document referred to in the first paragraph.
This document wasreaffirmed in 1952 andwidely accepted as a safety standard.
Dueto changes in design, advancement in techniques, andgeneral interest of laborand
industry in safety, the Sectional Committee, under the joint sponsorship of ASMEandthe
Naval Facilities Engineering Command, US Department of theNavy,wasreorganized as
an American National Standards Committee on January 31, 1962,
with
39
members
representing 27 national organizations.
The format of theprevious code was changed so that separate standards (each complete
as to construction and installation; inspection, testing, and maintenance; and operation)
would cover the different types of equipment included in the scope of B30.
In 1982, the Committee wasreorganized as an Accredited Organization Committee,
operating under procedures developed by the ASME and accredited by the American National
Standards Institute.
This Standard presents a coordinated set of rules that may serve as a guide to government
and other regulatory bodies andmunicipal authorities responsible for the guarding and
inspection of the equipment falling withinits scope. The suggestions leading to accident
prevention are given both as mandatoryand advisory provisions; compliance withboth
types maybe required by employers of their employees.
In case of practical difficulties, new developments, or unnecessary hardship, the administra-
tive or regulatory authority may grant variances fromtheliteral requirements or permitthe
useof other devices or methods,butonly when it is clearly evident that an equivalent
degree of protectionisthereby secured. To secure uniform application and interpretation
ofthis Standard, administrative or regulatory authorities are urgedto consult theB30
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Committee, in accordance with the format described in Section III, before rendering decisions
ondisputed points.
Safety codes and standards are intended to enhance publicsafety. Revisions result from
committee consideration of factors such as technological advances, new data, and changing
environmental and industry needs. Revisions do not implythat previous editions were
inadequate.
This volume of the Standard, which was approved by the B30 Committee and by ASME,
was approved by ANSI and designated as an American National Standard on July 14, 2000.

ASME B30 COMMllTEE
Safety Standards for Cableways, Cranes, Derricks,
Hoists, Hooks, Jacks, and Slings
(The following is the rosterof the Committee at the timeof approval of this Standard.)
OFFICERS
P. S. Zorich, Chair
B. D. Closson, Vice Chair
J. D. Wendler, Secretary
COMMITTEE PERSONNEL*
ALLIANCE OF AMERICAN INSURERS
T. A. Christensen, Liberty Mutual Insurance Co.
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
C. L. Huneycutt, J. A. Jones Construction
W. P. Rollins, Alternate, J. A. Jones Construction
ASSOCIATED WIRE ROPE FABRICATORS
D. Sayenga, Associated Wire Rope Fabricators
D. J. Bishop, Alternate, Bishop Lifting Products, Inc.
ASSOCIATION OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT MANAGERS
J. C. Ryan, Boh Bros. Construction Co.
H. E. Livermore, Alternate, Bechtel Leasing, Inc.
ASSOCIATION OF IRON AND STEEL ENGINEERS
J. W. Rowland, Bethlehem Steel
FORGING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
G. F. Hoffa, Columbus McKinnon Corp.
E. K. Marburg, Alternate, Columbus McKinnon Corp.
INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS
W. J. Smith, Jr., International Union of Operating Engineers
S. C. Buck, Alternate, International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150
NATIONAL ERECTORS ASSOCIATION
B. E. Weir, Jr., Norris Brothers Co., Inc.
J. Conant, Alternate, Conant Crane Rental Co.
POWER, CRANE, AND SHOVEL ASSOCIATION BUREAU OF THE CONSTRUCTION
INDUSTRY MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (CIMA)
N. C. Hargreaves, Terex Corp.
D.G. Quinn, Alternate, FMC Construction Equipment Corp.
SPECIALIZED CARRIERS AND RIGGING ASSOCIATION
H. 1. Shapiro, Howard I. Shapiro & Associates
R. M. Kohner, Alternate, Landmark Engineering Service
STEEL PLATE FABRICATORS ASSOCIATION
K. Miller, CBI NA-CON, Inc.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
E. E. Rudy, U.S. Army TARDEC
The memhers listed. except for those listed underthe heading for individual members, werenominated by their
respective organizations.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
J. E. Richardson, Naval Facilities Engineering Command
WIRE ROPE TECHNICAL BOARD
L. D. Means, Wire Rope Corp. of America, Inc.
D. A. Henninger, Alternate, Pauken Wire Rope Corp.
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS
R. J. Bolen, E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Inc.
A. D. Brown, OSHA, U.S. Department of Labor
P. L. Rossi, Alternafe, OSHA, U.S. Department of Labor
K. J. Chlad, Material Handling Crane Systems, Inc.
J. W. Downs, Jr., Alternate, Downs Crane and Hoist CO., Inc.
B. D. Closson, North American Crane Bureau West
T. L. Blanton, Alternate, North American Crane Bureau
J. P. Colletti, John P. Colleti & Associates, Inc.
R. A. Dahlin, Walker Magnetic Group, Inc.
D. W. Eckstine, Grove Worldwide
R. H. Fowler, U.S. Department of the Air Force
J. L. Franks, Consultant
R. C. Slater, Alternate, McKay International Engineers
J. J. Headley, Crane Institute of America, Inc.
C.W. Ireland, Arnclyde Engineered Products
L. S. Johnson, American Equipment
G. L. Owens, Alternate, Granite Construction Co.
J. M. Klibert, Honorary Member, Lift-All Co., Inc.
H. G. Leidich, Ingersoll-Rand Co.
J. T. Perkins, Alternate, Ingersoll-Rand Co.
C. Lucas, Crosby Group
P. A. Boeckman, Alternate, Crosby Group
T. S.McKosky, Honorary Member, Consultant
R. W. Parry, Honorary Member, Consultant
R. R. Reisinger. FKI Industries, Inc.
J. L. Gordon Alternare, FKI Industries, Inc.
A. R. Toth, Morris Material Handling
S. J. McCormick, Alternate, Morris Material Handling
R. C. Wild, US. Army Corps of Engineers
D. N. Wolff, Alternate, National Crane Corp.
P. S. Zorich, RZP International Ltd.
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CONTENTS
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Foreword ............................................................................ III
Committee Roster .................................................................... v
Summary of Changes ................................................................. ix
Introduction
General .................................................................... 1
Section I scope ............................................................... 2
Section II Purpose ............................................................. 2
Section III Interpretations ....................................................... 2
Section IV New and Existing Installations ....................................... 3
Section V Mandatory
and
Advisory Rules ....................................... 3
Section VI Metric Conversions .................................................. 3
Chapter19-0Scope.Definitions.andReferences
Section 19.0 . I Scope of B30.19 .................................................... 5
Section 19-0.2 Definitions .......................................................... 5
Section 19-0.3 References .......................................................... 14
Chapter19-1ConstructionandCharacteristics
Section 19-1.1 Load
Ratings ........................................................ 15
Section 19-1.2 Design
and Manufacture ............................................. 15
Section 19-1.3 Construction and Erection ............................................ 16
Chapter19-2Inspection.Testing. andMaintenance
Section 19.2 . I Inspection ........................................................... 21
Section 19-2.2 Testing ............................................................. 22
Section 19-2.3 Maintenance ......................................................... 22
Section 19-2.4 RopeInspection.Replacement.andMaintenance ....................... 23
Chapter19-3 Operation
Section 19-3.1 Operator Qualifications and Operating Practice ........................ 25
Section 19-3.2 Operating Practices .................................................. 26
Section 19-3.3 Signals ............................................................. 27
Section 19-3.4 Miscellaneous ....................................................... 29
Figures
1 Fixed Cableway ..................................................... 6
2 Luffing Cableway ................................................... 7
3 Parallel Cableway ................................................... 5
4 Radial Cableway .................................................... 9
5 Two-Drum Cableway Hoist .......................................... 11
6 Trolley Hoist
Unit .................................................... 12
7 Multisheave Endless Rope Trolley Hoist Unit ......................... 12
8 Luffing
Hoist
Unit .................................................. 13
9 Standard Hand Signals for Controlling Cableway Operations . . . . . . . . . . . 28

10 DangerZoneforCablewaysandLiftedLoadsOperatingNearElectrical
Transmission
Lines ................................................ 30
Table
1 RequiredClearancefor NorqalVoltage in OperationNear High
Voltage
PowerLines .............................................. 30
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ASME B30.19-2000
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
The 2000editionof ASME B30.19includeseditorialchanges,revisions,andcorrectionsintroduced in

B30.19a-1994, B30.19b- 1995,and B30.19~-1998, as well as the following changes identified by ( 0 0 ) .
Page Location Change
I General Listing of B30 volume updated
14 Section 19-0.3 Revised
15 19-1.2.2(b) Revised
19-1.2.3(b) Revised
27 19-3.2.2(a)(12) Revised
29 19-3.4.2 Revised
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INTRODUCTION
(001 General B30.21ManuallyLeverOperated Hoists

B30.22 Articulating Boom Cranes
This Standard is one of a series of safety standards
B30.23 PersonnelLifting Systems
on various subjects whichhavebeen formulated under
B30.24 Container Cranes'
the general auspices of the American National Standards
B30.25 Scrap andMaterial Handlers
Institute. Onepurpose of the Standard is to serve as
B30.26Rigging Hardware'
a guide to governmental authorities having jurisdiction B30.27MaterialPlacement Systems'
over subjects within the scope ofthe Standard. It is
B30.28 Balance-Lifting-Units'
expected, however, that the Standard will find a major
application in industry, serving as a guide to manufactur- If adopted for governmental use,the references to
ers, purchasers,andusers of the equipment. other national codes and standards in the specific vol-
For the convenience of the user,the Standard has umesmaybe changed to refer tothe corresponding
been dividedinto separate volumes: regulations of the governmental authorities.
The use of cableways, cranes, derricks, hoists, hooks,
830. I Jacks
jacks, and slings is subject to certain hazards that
B30.2OverheadandGantry Cranes (Top Running
cannot bemet by mechanical meansbutonly by the
Bridge, Single or Multiple Girder, Top
exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense. It is
RunningTrolley Hoist)
therefore essential to havepersonnelinvolved in the
830.3 Construction Tower Cranes
useandoperationof equipment who are competent,
B30.4Portal. Tower, andPedestal Crane
careful, physicallyandmentally qualified, and trained
B30.5 MobileandLocomotive Cranes
in the safe operation of the equipment and the handling
B30.6 Derricks
of the loads. Serious hazards are overloading, dropping
B30.7
Base MountedDrum Hoists
or slipping of theload caused by improper hitching
B30.8Floating Cranes andFloatingDerricks
or slinging, obstructing the free passage of the load,
B30.9 Slings
andusing equipment for a purpose for which it was
B30. I O Hooks
not intended or designed.
B30. I I Monorails andUnderhung Cranes
The Standards Committee fully realizesthe impor-
B30. I2 HandlingLoads Suspended From Rotorcraft
tance of proper design factors, minimum or maximum
830. I3 StoragelRetrieval (UR) Machines and
sizes, and other limiting dimensions of wire rope or
Associated Equipment
chain and their fastenings, sheaves, sprockets, drums,
B30.14 Side Boom Tractors
and similar equipment covered by the Standard, all of
B30.15 MobileHydraulic Cranes
which are closely connected with safety. Sizes, strengths,
Note: B30.15-1973 hasbeen withdrawn. The
and similar criteria are dependent onmany different
revision of B30.15isincluded in the
factors, oftenvarying with the installation and uses.
latest edition of B30.5.
These factors depend on the condition of the equipment
B30.16 Overhead Hoists (Underhung)
or material; on the loads; on the acceleration or speed
B30.17 Overhead and Gantry Cranes (Top Running
of the ropes, chains, sheaves, sprockets, or drums; on
Bridge, Single Girder, Underhung Hoist)
thetype of attachments; onthenumber, size, and
830.1 8 Stacker Cranes (Top or UnderRunning
arrangement of sheaves or other parts; on environmental
Bridge,Multiple Girder With Top or Under
conditions causing corrosion or wear; andonmany
RunningTrolley Hoist)
B30.19 Cableways
B30.20Below-the-HookLiftingDevices ' 830.24. 830.26. 830.27, and 830.28 are in the developmental stage.
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variable factors that must be considered in each individ- This Standard does not apply to track and automotive
ual case. The rules given in theStandardmust be jacks, railway or automobile wrecking cranes, shipboard
interpreted accordingly, and judgment used in determin- cranes,shipboardcargo-handlingequipment,well-
ing their application. drilling derricks, skip hoists,minehoists,truck body
Some of the provisions of this Standard require hoists, car or barge pullers, conveyors, excavating equip-
compliance with information found in manuals or other ment, or equipment coming withinthe scope of the
documents supplied by the manufacturer with the equip- following Committees: Alo, A17, A90,A92,A120,
ment. The informationincludes recommendations, re- B20, 856, and B77.
quirements, and instructions (e.g., “the reevingshall
be checked for compliance withthe recommendations
of the manufacturer”).
Section II: Purpose
Compliance with the provisions should not preclude
thepossibility of consulting a qualifiedperson. This This Standard is designed to:
is
trueparticularly
when: the equipment has been ( a ) guard against and minimize injurytoworkers,
altered, repaired, or modified; the manuals or documents and otherwise provide for the protection of life,limb,
supplied by themanufacturer are nolonger available; andproperty by prescribing safety requirements;
or the manufacturer or a successor isno longer in (b) provide direction to owners, employers, supervi-
businessandthemanuals are no longer available. sors, and others concerned with, or responsible for, its
However, the purpose of consulting a qualified person application; and
shallnot beto avoid contacting the manufacturer and (c) guide governments and other regulatory bodies
usingtheinformationsupplied by themanufacturer. in the development, promulgation, and enforcement of
The Standards Committee willbegladto receive appropriate safety directives.
criticisms of this Standard’s requirementsand sugges-
tions for its improvement, especially thosebasedon
actual experience in application oftherules.
Suggestions for changes totheStandardshould be Section 111: Interpretations
submitted tothe Secretary ofthe B30 Committee, Upon request, the B30 Committee will render an
ASME, Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016- interpretation of any requirement of the Standard. Inter-
5990,andshould be in accordance withthe following pretations can only be rendered in response to a written
format: requestsenttothe Secretary of the B30 Committee,
(a) cite thespecificparagraphdesignation ofthe ASME, Three Park Avenue,NewYork, N Y 10016-
pertinentvolume; 5990.
( B ) indicate the suggested change (addition, deletion, The request for interpretation should be clear and
revision, etc.); unambiguous. It is further recommended that theinquirer
(c) briefly state thereason and/or evidence for the submit his requestutilizingthe following format.
suggested change;
(d) submit suggested changes to more than one para- Subject: Cite the applicable paragraph number(s)
graph i n the order thatthe paragraphs appear in the andprovide a concise description.
volume.
The B30 Committee will consider each suggested Edition: Cite the applicable edition of the pertinent
change in a timelymanner in accordance withits volume for which the interpretation is being
procedures. requested.
Question: Phrasethe question asa request for an
interpretation of a specific requirement suit-
able for general understanding and use, not
Section I: Scope
as a request for approval of a proprietary
This Standard applies to the construction, installation, design or situation. The inquirer may also
operation, inspection, and maintenance of jacks; power- includeany plans or drawings which are
operated cranes, monorails, and crane runways; power- necessary to explain the question; however,
operated andmanually operated derricks and hoists; they shouldnotcontainanyproprietary
lifting devices, hooks,and slings; and cableways. names or information.

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Requests that are not in this format will be rewritten nance,and operation of equipment manufacturedand
in this format by the Committee prior to beinganswered, facilities constructed prior to the effective date of this
whichcould change the intent of the original request. volume shall be done, as applicable, in accordance with
ASME procedures provide for reconsideration of any the requirements of thisvolume.
interpretation when or if additional informationwhich It is not the intent of this volume to require retrofitting
might affect an interpretation is available. Further, of existing equipment. However, when an item is being
personsaggrieved byan interpretation may appealto modified, its performance requirement shall be reviewed
the cognizant ASME Committee or Subcommittee. relative to the current volume. If the performance differs
ASME does not “approve,” “certify,” “rate,” or “en- substantially, the need to meet the current requirement
dorse” anyitem, construction, proprietary device, or shall be evaluated by a qualifiedperson selected by
activity. the owner (user). Recommended changes shall be made
by the owner (user) within 1 year.
Section IV: New and ExistingInstallations Section V: Mandatory and Advisory Rules
( a ) Eflective Date. The effective date of this volume Mandatory rules of this volume are characterized by
for the purpose of definingnew and existing installations use of the word shall. If a provision is ofan advisory
nature, it is indicated by useoftheword should and
shall be 1 year after its date of issuance.
is a recommendation to be considered, the advisability
(b) New Installations. Construction, installation, in-
of which depends on the facts in each situation.
spection, testing, maintenance, and operation of equip-
mentmanufacturedand facilities constructed after the
effective date ofthisvolumeshall conform with the Section VI: Metric Conversions
mandatory requirements of this volume. The values stated in US customary unitsaretobe
(c) Existing Installations. Inspection, testing, mainte- regarded as the standard.

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CHAPTER 19-0
Scope, Definitions, and References
Section19-0.1:Scope of B30.19 administrative or regulatoryauthority: governmental

agency, or the employer in the absence of governmental
Within the general scope defined in Section I of the
jurisdiction.
Introduction, the scope of B30.19 applies toallload
transporting, hoisting, and lowering cable-supported sys- appointed: assigned specific responsibilities by the
tems operating on and supported fromtrack cable(s). employer or the employer's representative.
This Standard does not applyto skyline systems, as
authorized: approved by a duly constituted administra-
used in the logging industry, or slackline systems used
tive or regulatory authority.
for excavating.
brake: a device, other than a motor, used for retarding
Section19-0.2:Definitions or stopping motion by means of friction or power.
19-0.2.1Types of Cableways buttonline: a ropesuspendedbetweenthe top of
the cableway towers topositiontheslack carriers at
firedcableway: a cableway consisting offixed (non- predetermined locations as the trolley moves longitudi-
luffing) towers (masts) which support the track cable(s). nally along the track cable. The button line is normally
The lower andupperload blocks are supported by a above and clear of the track cables. The buttons attached
carriage powered by inhaul and outhaul ropes to travel to the button line are of varying sizes to permit some
onthetrack cable(s). The function is to lift, lower, of the slack carriers topass by while stopping the
and transport loads a distance between the towers (see carrier designated for thatlocation.
Fig. 1).
cab: a housing provided for the operator in which
lufJing cableway: a cableway similar to a fixed ca- the cableway controls are contained.
bleway except the towers (masts) are notfixed.By the
useofpoweredluffing guys, thetowers (masts) can cableway: a device used for hoisting, lowering, and
be leaned in either direction transverse to thetrack transporting loads within a prescribed path, longitudi-
cable(s) span, providing a lateral movement of the load nallyand laterally. The loadblock (upper) travels on
block (see Fig. 2). a rope catenary systemhavingspan ends that are
supported on fixed or movable towers (masts) or other
parallelcableway: a cableway similar to a fixed ca- elevated supports.
bleway except the towers are supported by wheels
which are poweredforlateralmovementonparallel carriage (trolley): a framework that
travels by its
tracks (see Fig. 3). sheaves (wheels) on the track cable(s) and includes the
upperload block.
radialcableway: a cableway whichhas a fixed (non-
luffing) tower and a tower supported by wheels powered designated: a person selected or assigned by the em-
for travelon a trackwhich follows an arc at a radius ployer or the employer's representative as being compe-
aboutthefixedtower (see Fig. 4). tenttoperform specific duties.
designer (original): the qualifiedperson or persons
19-0.2.2General
designated to design the components of a cableway
accessory: a secondary part or assembly of partsthat for a given set of circumstances relating tobutnot
contributes totheoverall function and usefulness of limited to capacity, span, height, andterrain (also, see
the machine. manufacturer).
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Counter
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Rear
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designer(other than original): the qualifiedperson load ratings: workingload rating in pounds (kilo-
or persons designated to modify the design or arrange- grams) or tons established by the designer.
mentofan existing cableway to a new set of circum-
load,working: the external load applied to the ca-
stances.
bleway lower load block, including the weight of load
design factor, rope: theratio of nominalbreaking attaching equipment such as shackles, slings, etc.
strength toworking load.
fufJing: the tilting of the cableway towers to achieve
drijt: theact of pulling or pushingthelowerload movement of theloadblock transverse to the center
block or load horizontally by means of an external force. line of the cableway.
drum: the cylindrical member around which a rope lufJing hoist: thehoist drum andropereevingsystem
iswoundandthroughwhichpoweris transmitted to used for luffing a cableway tower (mast) (see Fig. 8).
the ropes.
manufacturer: a firm that produces fabricated or as-
gypsyspool(winchhead): a rotating cylindrical drum sembled segments of the cableway. The segments in-
withcurvedendflangesused for loadhandling by clude, but are not limited to, towers, ropes, track cable,
means of fiberrope coiled about itsbarrel with hand trolley,hoists,andload blocks.
tensionapplied to thenonloaded end.
messenger line: an auxiliary rope suspended between
head tower (mast): a vertical support structure, guyed the towers ofthe cableway to intermittently support
or counterweighted for stability, whosepurposeisto electric power cables or other cables. The messenger
support thetrack cable and operating ropes. The head lineisnormallyatthevery top of the towers, above
toweristhetowerlocated closest totheloadhoist and clear of thebutton line.
andinhaul-outhaul hoist.
operatingropes: wire ropes attached to a hoist for
inhaul-nuthaul (rope): theropesystemthatpulls the the purpose of pulling or lifting.
trolleyandloadtowardtheheadtower (inhaul), or
overhaul: theaction of pulling on a rope or set of
pullsthetrolley andload awayfromtheheadtower
falls toremoveslackandunwindthe rope fromthe
(outhaul).
hoist drum.
inhaul-outhaul hoist (trolley hoist): a hoist having two
pitch diameter: the diameter of a sheave or rope drum
drums, one of which windsonropewhilethe other
measuredatthe center line of the rope.
drum simultaneously unwindsrope;or a single drum
hoistfromwhichtheropewinds on oneendwhile qualljìed person: a personwho, by possession of a
theropeunwindsfromthe other drumend (see Figs. recognized degree in an applicable field, or certificate of
5, 6, and 7). The hoistispowered by a primemover. professional standing, or who, by extensive knowledge,
training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated
lazy guy: fixedlength member(s) ofropewhichpre-
the ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the
ventsluffingthe tower(s) (mast) beyondthe distance
subjectmatterandwork.
established by theluffinghoist(asafety device).
rope: referstowireropeunless otherwise specified.
loadblock,lower: the assembly of hook or shackle,
swivel, sheaves, pins,andframesuspended by the rotation-resistantrope: a wirerope consisting of a
hoisting rope. layer of strand laid in one direction covered by a layer
of strandlaid in the opposite direction. This has the
loadblock,upper: theassembly of sheaves, pins, and
effect of counteracting torque and reducing the tendency
frame from which the hoisting rope suspends the lower
of thefinishedropetorotate.
loadblock. The blockmaybeanintegralpart of the
trolleyorsuspendedfromthe trolley. shall: indicates thatthe rule is mandatoryandmust
be followed.
load hoisr: a hoistdrumandropereevingsystem
used for hoistingand lowering loads. should: indicates thattherule is a recommendation,
the advisability of which depends on the facts in each
load, maximum design: the forces in a particular com-
situation.
ponent of thecablewayresultingfromtheloading
conditionthat causes thehighest stress in thatcom- slack carrier: a device that travels onthetrack cable
ponent. to support the operating ropes when they are slack.
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Prime Outhaul Inhaul-
Trolley d r u m 1
Flange
FIG. 5 TWO-DRUM CABLEWAY HOIST
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FIG. 6 TROLLEY HOIST UNIT
FIG. 7 MULTISHEAVE ENDLESS ROPE TROLLEY HOIST UNIT
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Lead to nearside
Lead to farside
motor shown)
Elewation
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1
Plan View
GENERAL NOTE:
The two drums are gearedto turn together, spoolingoff one drum while spooling on the other.
FIG. 8 LUFFING HOIST UNIT
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tail tower (mast): a vertical support structure, guyed ANSVAWS DI. 1-92, Structural Welding Code -Steel'
or counterweighted for stability, the purpose of which Publisher: American Welding Society (AWS), 550 NW
isto support thetrack cable and operating ropes. The Le Jeune Road, Miami, FL 33135
tail tower is the tower located furthest fromtheload
hoistand inhaul-outhaul hoist. ASME B30.1 O- 1999, Hooks'
thrust track: as support for a traveling tower, a rail(s) Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engi-
designed and constructed to withstandthehorizontal neers (ASME International), Three Park Avenue,
and vertical resultant cableway forces perpendicular to New York,NY 10016-5990; Order Department: 22
the direction of tower travel. Law Drive, P. O. Box 2350,Fairfield, NJ 07007
ton, long: 2240 lb. ANSI A10.28-1990, Safety Requirements for Work
Platforms Suspended From Cranes or Demcks
ton, short: 2000 lb. ANSI A14.3-1992,SafetyRequirementsforFixed
track cable: the rope(s), spanning between the towers, Ladders
that supports the trolley, loadblocks, slack carriers, ANSI 226.1-1990, Safety Code for Safety Glazing
and load. Material for Glazing Motor Vehicles Operating on
trolley: a carriage travelingonthetrack cable from Land Highways
whichtheloadblocksare supported. The trolley is Publisher:AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute
pulled along the track cable by the inhaul-outhaul rope. (ANSI), 1 1 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
two-blocking: the condition in whichthe lower load ANSIMEMA ICs 3- 1988, Industrial Systems'
block or hookassembly comes in contact withthe Publisher: National Electrical Manufacturers Association
upperload block. (NEMA), 1300 North 17th Street, Rosslyn, VA 22209
(00) Section 19-0.3: References
The following is a list of publications referenced in ' May also be obtainedfromAmericanNationalStandardsInstitute
this Standard. (ANSI), I I West 42nd Street, N e w York, NY 10036.
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CHAPTER 19-1
Construction and Characteristics
Section19-1.1:LoadRatings (c) The design of cableways isunique in thateach

new installation of the cableway usuallywillvarythe
19-1.1.1 Basis. Load ratings are dependent on such load ratings and component stresses due to the geometric
factorsasanchorage,structuralcompetence, rope variations of spanlengthandguy angles required for
strength, and hoist(s) rating(s). its use. Therefore, each installation shall be redesigned
19-1.1.2LoadRatingChart in detail by a qualifiedperson.Load rating shall be
established after an analysis of component stresses,
( a ) A durable rating chart with legible letters and
anchorage loads, and foundation loads. For this volume,
figuresshall be provided. The chart shall be attached
B30.19, the designer (original) will be thatqualified
to each tower and also in a location accessible tothe
personwho originally designs the cableway for its
operator. The dataandinformationprovidedonthese
original installation, and the designer (other than origi-
charts shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
nal) will be that qualified personwho adapts the
( I ) manufacturer’smodeland serial number of
cableway to a different geometric pattern and establishes
the cableway (if applicable);
theload rating.
(2) the designer’s approved spans for the cableway
and corresponding load ratings;
19-1.2.2Structures
( 3 ) themaximumlengthof the mastonwhich
(a) Towers and tower basesshall be constructed to
theloadratingsarebased;
allow movement within the limitations imposed by the
( 4 ) the required parts for lower load block reeving,
designer’s ratings and operations.
including the size andtype of rope;
(5) the size andtype ofropeused for the track ( b ) Tower (mast) structures, fixed, luffed, or moving, (00)
andwhetherguyed or counterweighted, shall have a
cables andtrolley(inhaul and outhaul) cable shall be
stabilityabout the critical tipping point of thebase at
shown either on therating chart or in the operating
manual; least 50% greater thanthemaximum tipping moment
(6) forluffing cableways, the size andtype of whichcould occur when the cableway is operated
within any range of the manufacturer’s specifiedload
ropesandreeving shall be shown either on the rating
ratings.
chart or in the operating manual.
( c ) When operating ropes sag to a point where they
( h ) The load ratings shallincludeall permissible
locations of operation of thelowerloadblock: constitute an interference orpresent a contact hazard
( I ) throughout the longitudinal length of the span; to personnel, equipment, or other structures, a sufficient
number of slack carriers shall be provided to eliminate
(2) throughout the transverse luffed positions for
the interference or hazard. Slack carriers should be
the span.
usedon cableway spans.
Section19-1.2:DesignandManufacture ( d ) Cotters or other type keepers shallbeusedon
pins or boltswhichprovide a rotating or swiveling
19-1.2.1General actionwithin an assembly.
( a ) Cableways shall be constructed to support all
loadsimposed onall cableway components including 19-1.2.3Foundations
towers, hoists, carriages, ropes,and blocks when han- ( a ) Foundation design loadings shall be provided by
dling loads not exceeding the manufacturer’s loadrat- the cableway designer.
ings withrecommended reeving. (b) The loadsshall include, butnot necessarily be (001
(h) Welding ofmainloadand secondary load car- limited to, the maximum total dead load plus live load
ryingmembers shall conform to the
recommended reactionsthat will be created on all foundations under
practices of ANSIIAWS D I .1. anyload or combination of loadsthat may occur as

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a result of the designer's ratings. These foundation (g) If a load is supported by more than one part of
loadings shall include both vertical and horizontal reac- rope, thetension in the parts shallbe equalized.
tions from the towers, wire rope anchorages, and hoists. ( h ) If thetrack cable(s) is supported by saddles,
the saddle radius, rope groove, rope lubrication, and
Section 19-1.3:ConstructionandErection
inspection provisions shall conform to the recommenda-
tions of the rope, saddle, or cableway manufacturer,
19-1.3.1 Foundations, Anchors, and Guys the designer, or a qualified person.
( a ) Bearing foundations shall be constructed to resist (i) Any rigging or reevingutilized to attachthe
150% of themaximumdesign loading. track cable(s) to the anchorage shall be proportioned
( h ) Guy anchors shall be constructed to resist 150% to statically resist thenominalropebreak strength of
of the maximum design loads. These loads shall include thetrack cable(s).
anyvariation of loadingduetoluffing, or other loads
19-1.3.3 Ropes
out of the plane of the cableway. Guy ropes shall have
( a ) All ropes shall be of a size, grade, and construc-
a minimum design factor of 3.
tion to withstand the maximum rated load at the specified
(c) Anchorages for track cable tension shall be pro-
design factor.
portionedto resist thenominalbreaking strength of
(b) All nonoperating ropessuch as guyropesand
thetrack cable(s).
messengerandbuttonlinesshallhave a minimum
(d) If it is necessary to installrope or track cable
design factor of 3.
in contact with the earth or in water, the design factor
( c ) The track cable(s) shall have a minimum design
should be doubled.
factor of 3.
19-1.3.2 RiggingandReeving (d) All operating ropes such as loadropes, trolley
(inhaul-outhaul) ropes, andluffingtackleropes shall
( a ) Socketing shall be done in a mannerspecified
have a minimum design factor of 3.5,except for rotation
by the rope or fitting manufacturer or a qualified person.
resistantrope,which shall have a minimumdesign
( h ) No less than two full wraps of rope shall remain
factor of 5.
onanydrum when thelowerloadblockis in the
extreme low position orhffing falls areat their maxi- NOTE: The rope size and construction as defined above shallbe
mum extended length. determined on the basis of rope loads resulting the from designer/
(c) The drumend of rope shall be anchored to the manufacturer'sratings,
approved reeving, and published nominal
breakingstrength of new rope understatic conditions. Ropes of
drum by an 'Pecified by the Or material
other
than steel may be used only in accordance the
with
ropemanufacturer,the designer, or a qualified person. designer's recommendations.
(d) Eyes shall be made as recommended by the rope, ( e ) All operating ropesshallbe of sufficient length
cableway, or fitting manufacturer or a qualified person. topermitthe entire range of movementspecified for
Rope thimbles should beused in the eyes. the application andleave at leasttwo full wraps of
( e ) Wirerope clips shallbedrop-forgedsteel of ropeonthe drum at alltimes.
the single saddle (U-bolt) or double saddle type clip.
Malleable cast iron clips shall not be used. For spacing, 19-1.3.4Sheaves
number of clips, and torque values,refertothe clip ( a ) Sheave grooves shall be free from surface defects
manufacturer'srecommendation.Wireropeclips whichcould cause rope damage. The cross-sectional
attachedwithU-boltsshallhavetheU-bolt over the radius at thebottom of the groove should be such as
deadend of the rope andtheliveroperesting in the to form a close-fitting saddle for the size of rope used.
clip saddle. Clips shallbetightenedevenlyto the The sides ofthe groove shall be tapered outward and
recommendedtorque. After theinitialload is applied roundedat the rim to facilitate entrance of the rope
to the rope, the clip nutsshall be retightenedtothe intothe groove. Flange rimsshall run true about the
recommendedtorqueto compensate for any decrease axis of rotation.
in rope diameter caused by theload.Rope clip nuts ( b ) Sheaves canying ropes which can be momentarily
should be retightenedperiodicallyto compensate for unloaded shall be provided with close-fitting guards or
any further decrease in ropediameterduringusage. other devices to guide therope back intothe groove
('0Swaged, compressed, wedge-socket, or other type whentheloadisapplied again.
fittings shall be applied as recommended by therope, (c) The sheaves in the lowerloadblockshallbe
cableway, or fitting manufacturer or a qualified person. equipped with close-fitting guards that will minimize

STDmASME B 3 0 - L S - E N G L 2000
ropes from becoming fouled when the block is landed (2) When power actuated brakes having no contin-
andtheropes are loose. uousmechanical linkage betweenthe actuating and
( d ) Means shall be provided to minimize chafing of braking means are used for controlling loads, an auto-
theropes. matic means shall be provided to prevent the load from
( e ) All running sheaves shall be equipped with means falling in the event ofloss of brake actuating power.
forlubrication.Permanently lubricated, sealed, and/or ( 3 ) When a hoist is to be operated from a remote
shieldedbearingsare acceptable. location, a self-setting brakeshall be provided to stop
cfl Load hoist sheaves shallhavepitch diameters and prevent drum rotation in the event of power failure,
no less than 18 times the nominal diameter of the rope. This requirement does not apply to hoists where brakes
(S) Exceptforloadhoist sheaves, other operating aremanually applied throughmechanical linkages and
sheaves shallhavepitch diameters no less than 16 the operator isatthe control position.
timesthenominal diameter of the rope. ( 4 ) Foot operated brakes shallbe constructed so
thatthe operator’s footwillnot easily slip offthe
19-1.3.5 Hoists pedal.
( a ) The mainloadhoist, inhaul-outhaul, andluffing (5J lnhaul-outhaul and single drum luffing hoist
hoistshallhavehoistratings,drum capacities, and brakesshallhaveholdingpower in both directions to
brake and structural competence for the work intended preventmovementofthe drum. The brake shall be
and shall be securely anchored to prevent displacement capable of being set in theholdingpositionandre-
due totheimposed loads. maining so without attention on the part of the operator.
(6) The minimum number of wraps of rope required (6) Brakesand clutches shall be providedwith
onthedrum of the inhaul-outhaul hoistshall be: adjustments wherenecessary to compensate for wear
( I ) a minimum of 6 wraps, to assure there is no andtomaintaintension in springs whereused.
slippage when an endless rope-type trolley arrangement
isused (see Figs. 5 and 7);
(21 a minimum of 3 wraps shall apply when each 19-1.3.6 Guards for Moving Parts. Exposed
end of theinhaul-outhaul rope is applied tothedrum movingparts such as sheaves, ropes, gears, and proj-
(see Fig. 6). ecting keysthatmight constitute a hazardunder op-
( c ) Hoists shall be marked with the following identi- erating conditions shallbe guarded.
fications:
( I ) loadrating
(2) drum(s) barrel diameter, length,andflange 19-1.3.7Load Hook and LowerLoad Block
diameters Assembly
( 3 ) rope size(s) (a) The assemblyshallbe of sufficientweightto
( 4 ) ropespeed overhaul the load hook from the highest hook position
( 5 ) ratedpowersupply located in any place within the span when the maximum
( d ) Welding shall conform to the recommended prac-
number of reevedparts of loadrope are in use.
tices of ANSIIAWS D14.3. ( b ) Skid-resistant footwalks with handrail should be
( e ) Eachdrumend of theropeshall be fixed to the provided for maintenance and inspection. In areas where
drum by clamp(s) or socket arrangement providing a walkways are not practical, ladders and handholds shall
pull-outstrengthequal to or greater thantheworking be provided.
loadbasedonthedesign factor oftherope. (c) Contact surfaces shallbeprovided on thelower
(SI Drum flangesshallextend a minimum of ‘/z in. structure of theupperloadblockand on theupper
( 1 3 mm) over the top layer of rope. structure of the lower load block. These surfaces shall
(g) Loadhoist,luffing,and inhaul-outhaul drums be thefirst to make contact in case of two-blocking.
shallprovide a pitch diameter on thefirstlayer ofno Contactbetween these surfaces serves to minimize
less than 18 timesthenominal diameter of therope. damage to sheaves or frames.
( h ) Brakes ( d ) The lowerloadblockshall be labeled with its
( I ) Eachdrumshallbe equipped with braking ratedload (rated capacity) and weight.
powerhaving LL torquerating notlessthan 150% of ( e ) Open throat hooks shall be equipped with latches
themaximumratedliveloadpullat each ropelayer tobridgethethroat opening, except whenthelatch
onthe drum. applicationmakestheuse of thehook impractical.
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19-1.3.8 Slack Carriers and Upper Load Block withpersonnel in areas wherepersonnelperform their
Carriage normal operating and maintenance duties.
( a ) Construction shall be such that, without the inten-
tionalremoval of parts,the carriages cannot inadver- 19-1.3.11Controls
tentlybecome disengaged fromthetrackropes. ( a ) General
(6) Skid-resistant footwalks with handrail should be ( I ) At the operator’s station, all controls used
provided for maintenanceandinspection access. In during thenormal operating cycle shallbelocated
areas where walkways are notpractical, ladders and within reach of the operator. Controls shall have means
handholdsshallbeprovided. for holding in the neutral position, withoutthe use
(c) Contact surfaces shall be provided so when carri- of positive latches. Remote-operated cableways shall
ers and carriage contact each other, no damage is function so that, if the control signal for any cableway
incurred to the support structure, operating mechanisms, motionbecomesineffective,thatcablewaymotion
sheaves, or rope. shall stop.
(2) Electric motor-operated cableways shall be pro-
19-1.3.9Assembly(Construction)Procedure vided with a device thatwill disconnect allmotors
fromtheline on failure ofpowerandwillnotpermit
( a ) Priortothe start of assembly, a procedure for
anymotor to be restarted until the controller handle
the construction of a cableway shall be established by
isbrought to theoff position, or a reset switch or
a qualified person(s). The procedureshall consist of
button is operated. A self-setting brake shall be provided
procedural drawings, design of special handling equip-
to prevent drum rotation in the event of power failure.
ment,and descriptive informationasnecessary,and
shall include, butnotbelimited to: Provisionshallbemade for controlled lowering of
the load.
( I ) tower (mast) erection
(3) If electric motor-operated cableways are capa-
(2) rope erectionand tensioning
bleof overspeeding thepowerplanton overhauling
( 3 ) trolley erection
regenerativeloads,theyshall be providedwith
( 4 ) slack carrier erection overspeed protection.
( b ) Dismantling (removal) proceduresshall be pro- (b) Power Plant Controls. Controls for operating the
vided, similar tothose requirements for assembly [see powerplantshall be withinreach of the operator and
(a) above]. shall include, where applicable:
(I) means to start and stop, with provision to lock
19-1.3.10CabsandMachineryEnclosures in the stop position;
( a ) All cabs and enclosures should be constructed (2) means to control speed of internal combustion
toprotectthemachinery,brakes, clutches, and the engines;
operator’s station fromtheweather. (3) means to stop diesel engines under emergency
(b) The operator’s compartment shall provide visibil- conditions;
ity ofloadblockmovement,towertravel track, and ( 4 ) means for shifting selective transmission.
head tower as far as sight range is possible. All windows ( c ) ControlForces and Movements. Undernormal
shall contain safety glazing material. Where the operator operation:
mustlookthrough the window for operation of ca- ( I ) forces to operate controls shall not be greater
bleway, the optical deviation andvisibility distortion than 35 lb (155 N) onhand levers, andnot greater
of the glazing material shall meet the test requirements than 50 lb (255 N) or less than 8 lb (36 N) on foot
of Section 5. I5 (Test 15) of ANSI 226. I . pedals; and
(c) Walkways and platforms shall be constructed (2) travel distance onhand levers shallnot be
using skid-resistant materials. greater than 14 in. (355 mm) fromneutralpositionon
( d ) Access steps, ladders,andhandholdsshallbe two-way levers, and not greater than 24 in. (610 mm)
providedtothe operator’s cab andmachinery areas. on one-way levers. Travel distance on foot pedals shall
( e ) Platforms shall be provided with handrails. notbe greater than IO in. (250 mm).
(f)Engine exhaust gases shall be piped to the outside (d) Etlgirw Clutch. All cableways with a direct me-
ofthe cab andmachinery enclosures and discharged chanical or hydrodynamic drive (suchastorque con-
in a direction away from the enclosed areas. All exhaust verter or fluid coupling) to any operating function shall
pipesshall be guarded or insulated to prevent contact be provided with a clutch or other means for disengaging

power. The controlshall be within reachfromthe ( 4 ) When rails are spliced (bolted or welded),
operator’s station. they shall have smooth joints.
( e ) ElectricDriveControlPanels. Controller shall (S) Rails should be level, straight, andproperly
conform to ANSIMEMA ICs 3, Part ICs 3-44.3. spaced for the tower trucks in accordance with the
I f ) Resistors manufacturer’srecommendations.Wherecurvesor
(I) Resistors and connectors shall be of corrosion- grades are required, theyshallbe designed for the
resistant material, protected or enclosed with provision installation andmeet the requirements of thevertical
for adequate ventilationand installed tominimize the andhorizontal forces applied.
accumulation of combustible matter. (6) Rails shall be attached to the supporting surface
(2) Resistorunitsshall be supported tominimize in a manner to resist both horizontal and vertical loads.
vibration. (7) If the tower receives electrical power from an
outside source, the rails shall be electrically grounded.
( 8 ) The ends of all tracks shall be equipped with
19-1.3.12 Monitoring Devices. On cableway in-
stops or bumpers (buffers) designed tominimizethe
stallations where the tail tower, trolley, and hook block
possibility of derailment.
are not visible to the operator, the following monitoring
(9) Travel trucks on the head and tail towers shall
devices shall be used. The devices shall be visibleto
have devices to indicate the relative skew between two
the operator athis control station.
towers.
(a) Vertical location of the hook block with respect (10) Truck motors shall be equipped with automatic
tothe trolley. spring set, electrically released brakes. Brakesshall
( b ) Location of the trolley along the track cable with have a torque rating equal to the full load motor torque
respect to the headandtail tower. andhaveprovision for manual release.
(c) The degree of tower (mast) luffing from vertical ( I l ) Provisions shall be made to prevent traveling
or lateral displacement of the hook block in feet (meters). towers fromrollingonthetrack due tohigh winds.
( d ) Traveltrucks on the headandtailtowersshall (12) The track and support system shall be designed
have devices to indicate the relative skew between the to limit detrimental dynamic oscillations.
two towers. (13) Shouldtraveling crane base counterweight be
( e ) See Fig. 9 for signaling. required, it shall be installed in accordance with the
manufacturer’s or designer’s instructions before erecting
19-1.3.13Traveling Towers andriggingthe cableway ropes.
(a) Audible travel signals shall be automatically and 19-1.3.14 Aids to Aviation
continuously activated when the tower(s) is in motion. (a) Aviation authorities should be consulted regard-
(b) Ladders or stairs shall be provided for access ing the placement of cableway installations.
to areas of operation and requiring maintenance. Ladders ( b ) When required, aviation lighting, signals, and
shallconform to ANSI A14.3. notificationshall be placedand maintained.
( c ) Runway Trackand Trucks
19-1.3.15Personal Protection (Ropes)
( I ) Tower trucksshall be equipped with sweeps
( a ) Moving ropes shall be barricaded in areas where
that extend to the topoftherailandproject in front
persons have access.
oftheleadingwheels in either direction.
(b) Nonmoving ropes shall be conspicuously marked
(2) Exposed truck wheels shall be fitted with wheel warning persons of their location if located in areas
guards. wherepersonshave access.
(S) Meansshallbeprovidedto limit the drop of
truck frames in case ofwheel or axle breakageto an 19-1.3.16 Luffing Hoist. The luffinghoistassem-
amount that will not cause the tower to overturn. bly shall include a lazyguy system.
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CHAPTER 19-2
Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
Section19-2.1:Inspection (g) slack carriers for spacing and operating to prevent

slackrope interferences;
19-2.1.1InspectionClassification (h) the towers (mast) shall be luffed to the maximum
( a ) Inirid Inspection. Prior to initial use,allnew, to assure properpower,brake,andmonitoring device
reinstalled, altered, or modified cableways shall be operation;
inspected by a designatedperson to verify compliance ( i ) correct operation of aids to aviation -daily;
with thisvolumeandthe manufacturer’s or designer’s ( j ) visual inspection of cable terminations and attach-
requirements. ments for slippage or loose connection material -
(b) Inspection procedure for cableways is divided weeklylmonthly;
into two general classifications based upon the intervals ( k ) tracks for obstruction;
at which inspection should be performed. The intervals ( I ) communication systems.
in turn are dependent upon thenature ofthe critical
components of the cableway and the degree of exposure 19-2.1.3PeriodicInspection. Complete inspec-
to wear, deterioration, or malfunction. The two general tion of the cableway shall be performed at intervals
classifications arehereindesignated as frequent and as defined in para.19-2.1 .l(b)(2). Conditions, such as
periodic, with respective intervals between inspections those listed, shallbe examined, and a determination
as definedbelow: shall bemade as towhetherthey constitute a hazard.
( I ) Frequentinspection -daily tomonthly in- These inspections shall include the requirements of
tervals; para. 19-2.1.2, in addition to items such as the following:
(2) Periodic inspection - I to 12month intervals, (a) cableway structural members, including rails, for
or as specificallyrecommended by themanufacturer deformation, cracks, or corroded members;
or designer. ( b ) structural fasteners for tightness;
(c) sheaves and drums for cracked or worm surfaces;
19-2.1.2 Frequent Inspection. Items such as the ( d ) pins, bearings, shafts, gears, rollers, and locking
following shall be inspected at intervals as defined in devices for wear, cracks, and distortion;
para. 19-2.1 .I(b)(I). or as specifically indicated by the ( e ) brakeand clutch system parts, linings, pawls,
manufacturer or designer, including observation during and ratchets for excessive wear;
operations for anydeficiencieswhichmight appear (f) monitoringand limiting devices over their full
between inspections. Any deficiencies, such as those range for anysignificant inaccuracies;
listed, shall be carefully examined, and a determination (g) powerplantsfor improper performance or non-
shall be made as to whetherthey constitute a hazard: compliance with applicable safety standards;
( a ) all control mechanisms for maladjustment in- ( h ) anchoring devices and structures for damage,
terfering with proper operation - daily, when used; unwarrantedmovement, or corrosion.
( b ) all control mechanisms for excessive wear of
components and contamination by lubricants or other 19-2.1.4Cableways Notin Regular Use. A
foreign matter; cableway that has been idle for a period of one month
or more shall be given an inspection conforming to
(c) all safety devices for malfunction;
the requirements of paras. 19-2.1.2
and 19-2.4.2(a)
( d ) hooks and latches for deformation, chemical dam-
beforebeingreturnedtoservice.
age, cracks, and wear. Refer to ASME B30.10.
( e ) ropereeving in compliance with theplansand 19-2.1.5InspectionRecords. Dated reports and
specifications; records shall bemadeon critical items such as hooks
cf! electrical apparatus for malfunctioning and signs andropes as defined in para. 19-2.1.3. Records should
of excess deterioration, dirt, andmoisture accumulation; be keptwhere available to appointed personnel.
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Section19-2.2:Testing (b) Replacement parts shall be at least equal to those

partsreplaced.
19-2.2.1 Operational Tests
(a) Priortoinitialuse,allnewly erected cableways 19-2.3.2 Maintenance Procedures
shall be tested to ensure compliance with this Standard, (a) Before major adjustments or repairs are started
including the following functions: on a cableway, the following precautions shall be taken,
( I ) load hoisting and lowering -full range; as applicable.
(2) track cable sag -to verify that it is in accord- (I) The cableway to be repaired shall be, if possi-
ance with the manufacturer’s or designer’s specifications; ble, luffed, traveled, or the trolley moved to cause the
(3) inhaul-outhaul travel - full range; least interference to other continuing operations.
(4) tower (mast) luffing for full range; the lazy guys (2) All controllers shall be at theoff position.
shall support the mast when the tower is fully luffed; (3) Main or emergency switch shallbe opened
(5) limiting, monitoring, and safety devices; and locked in the open position, except for test purposes.
(6) tower travel - full range. ( 4 ) Warning or out of order signs shall be placed
(b) A recordofthe operational testsshallbekept by appointed personnel.
onfile. (5) Consideration shall be given to installing spe-
cial devices such as clamping cables, rail stops, etc.,
19-2.2.2LoadTest to prevent movementof the cableway operating features.
(a) Priortoinitialuse: (6) After adjustments or repairs havebeenmade,
(I) all new, re-installed, altered, or modified ca- the cableway shall not be returned to service until all
bleways shall be tested inspected
and by or under thedirec- guards have been reinstalled, special devices removed,
tion of a designated person. A written test report shallbe safety devices reactivated, and maintenance equipment
prepared by the designated person and placed onfile. removed. Warning or out of order signs shall be removed
( 2 ) thetestloadshall notbelessthan the rated by appointed personnel.
load or morethan 110% of theratedloadunless
otherwise approved by the cableway manufacturer, de- 19-2.3.3AdjustmentsandRepairs
signer, or a qualifiedperson; (a) Hazardous conditions disclosed by the inspection
( 3 ) the need for load testing of repaired cableways requirement of Section 19-2.1 shall be corrected before
shall be determined by a qualifiedperson andmaybe operation of the cableway is resumed, except where a
limitedtothe function(s) affected by therepair. qualifiedperson determines thatthe cableway may be
(b) The load test, if made, shall consist of the operated. Adjustments and repairs shall beperformed
following operations as a minimum requirement. by or underthe direction of designated personnel.
(I) Hoistthe carriage andtestload a distance to (b) Adjustments shall be maintained to assure correct
assure thattheload is supported by thecablewayand functioning of components such as the following:
held by thehoist brake(s). ( I ) all functional operating mechanisms
(2) Transport the test load by means of the inhaul- (2) limit switches
outhaul for the full spanranges. (3) control systems
( 3 ) Transport the test load by means of the luffing ( 4 ) brakesand clutches
hoist for the full range of luffingwiththetrolley as (5) powerplants
close tothespan center as practical. (c) Worn or damaged components shall be replaced
(4) Transport the test load by means of the tower or repaired promptly, as needed for operation. The
travel drive the full length of the track in both directions following are examples:
with the trolley as close to the span center as practical. ( I ) hooks showing conditions described in para.
(5) Lowerthe carriage andtestload,and stop 19-2.1.2(d) shall be taken out of service;
andholdtheloadwiththe brake(s). ( 2 ) all critical parts that are cracked, broken, bent,
or excessively worn;
Section19-2.3: Maintenance (3) pitted or burned electrical contacts should be
replaced in sets;
19-2.3.1 Preventive Maintenance ( 4 ) controller parts should be lubricated as recom-
(a) A preventive maintenance programshouldbe mended by themanufacturer or a qualifiedperson;
established basedontherecommendations of the ca- (5) control stations shall be kept clean, and func-
bleway manufacturer or designer, or a qualified person. tion labels kept legible.
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STDIASME 830*13-ENGL 2000 m 0759670 0620586 562 m
19-2.3.4Lubrication ropes, such as rotation-resistant ropes, because of their

(a) All moving parts for which lubrication is specified higher susceptibility to damage and increased deteriora-
shall be regularly lubricated. Lubricating systems should tionwhenworkingon equipment with limited design
be checked for proper delivery of lubricant. Particular parameters. The internal deterioration of rotation-resis-
care should be taken to follow the recommendation of tantropes may not be readily observable.
the manufacturer, designer, or a qualified person, with (b) Periodic Inspection
regard to the maintenance offluid levels and types of ( I ) The inspection frequency shall be determined
lubricantto be used. by a qualified person and shall be based on such factors
(6) Machineryshall be stationary while lubricants as expected rope life (determined by experience on the
are beingappliedandprotection shall be provided as particular installation or similar installations), severity
calledfor i n para.19-2.3.2,asapplicable,unless of environment, percentage of capacity lifts, frequency
equipped for automatic or remote lubrication. rates of operation, and exposure to shock loads. Inspec-
tions need not be at equal calendar intervals and should
Section19-2.4:RopeInspection. bemore frequent as therope 'approaches the end of
Replacement,and itsusefullife. The inspection shall be madeat least
Maintenance every I O 0 0 hr of cableway operation or annually,
whichever comes first.
19-2.4.1 General. Sheave diameters, drum diame- (2) Periodic inspections shall be performed by an
ters,andropedesign factors are limitedbecause of appointed or authorized person. This inspection shall
cableway design configuration. Due to these parameters, cover the entire length of rope. Only the surface wires
inspection in accordance with para. 19-2.4.2 to detect of theropeneedbe inspected. No attempt should be
deterioration and timely replacement in accordance with madetoopen the rope.Any deterioration resulting in
para. 19-2.4.3 are essential. appreciable loss of original strength, such as described
below, shall benoted, and a determination shall be
19-2.4.2Inspection made as to whether further use of theropewould
(a) Frequent Inspection constitute a hazard:
( I ) All running ropes in service should be visually (a) points listed in para. 19-2.4.2(a):
inspected once each working day. A visualinspection (b) reduction ofrope diameter belownominal
shall consist of observation of all rope that can reason- diameter due to loss of core support, corrosion, or
ably be expected to be in use during the day's operations. wearof outside wires;
These visual observations should be concerned with ( c ) severely corroded or brokenwires at end
discovering gross damage that may be an immediate connections;
hazard, such as listedbelow: ( d ) severely corroded, cracked, bent, worn, or
(a) distortion of the rope such as kinking, crush-
improperly applied end connections.
ing, unstranding, birdcaging, main strand displacement, (3) Care shallbetakenwhen inspecting sections
or core protrusion. Loss of rope diameter in a short of rapid deterioration, such as the following:
ropelength or unevenness of outer strands should
(a) sections in contact with saddles, equalizer
provide evidence thattherope or ropes are to be
sheaves, or other sheaves, including track cable sheaves,
replaced.
where rope travel is limited;
(b) general corrosion;
(6) sections of the rope at or near terminal ends
(c) broken or cut strands; where corroded or broken wires may develop.
(d) number, distribution, andtype of visible
brokenwires [see paras. 19-2.4.3(b)(I), (2), and (7) 19-2.4.3RopeReplacement
for further guidance]; ( a ) No precise rules can be given for determination
( e ) core failure in rotation-resistant ropes; when of the exact time for rope replacement, since many
damage is suspected, theropeshall either be removed variable factors are involved. Once a rope reaches any
from service or given an inspection as detailed in para. one of the specified removal criteria, it may be allowed
19-2.4.2(b). to operate to the end of thework shift, basedonthe
(2) Care shall be takenwhen inspecting sections judgment of a qualified person. The rope shall be
of rapid deterioration, such as flange points, crossover replaced after thatwork shift, atthe end ofthe day,
points, and repetitive pickuppoints on drums. or at the latest time prior to the equipment being used
( 3 ) Care shall betakenwhen inspecting certain by thenextwork shift.
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( b ) Removal criteria for ropereplacementshallbe andshallbeperformed by an appointed or authorized

as follows: person.
( I ) In runningropes,sixrandomly distributed (fl Inspection Records
brokenwires in one lay, or threebrokenwires in one (I) Frequent inspection - no records required.
strand in one lay. ( 2 ) Periodic inspection - in order to establish data
as a basis for judging the proper time for replacement,
( 2 ) One outer wire,broken at thecontactpoint
a dated report of rope condition at each periodic
with the core of the rope, that has worked its way out
inspection shall be kept on file. This report shall cover
of the rope structure and protrudes and loops out from
points of deterioration listed in para. 19-2.4.2(b)(2).
the rope structure. Additional inspection of this section ( g ) A long-range inspection program should be estab-
is required. lishedandshouldinclude records on examination of
(3) Wear of one-third the original diameter of roperemovedfrom service so a relationship canbe
outside individual wires. established between visual observation and actual condi-
(4) Kinking, crushing, birdcaging, or any other tionof the internal structure.
damage resulting in distortion of therope structure.
19-2.4.4 Rope Maintenance
(5) Evidence ofheat damage fromany cause. (a) Rope should be stored in a manner that prevents
(6) Reductions from nominal diameter greater than damage or deterioration.
those shownbelow: (b) Ropeshall be unreeled or uncoiled as recom-
Max. Allowable mended by the rope manufacturer, with care takento
ReductionFrom
avoid kinking or inducing a twist.
NominalDiameter Rope Dia.
(c) Before cutting a rope, seizings shallbeplaced
UP to 716 in. (8 mm) 1/64 in. (0.4 mm) oneach side of theplacewhere the rope is to be cut
Over % in. up to 92 in. (13 mm) 1/32 in. (0.8 mm) to prevent unlaying of the strands. On preformed rope,
Over 9/16 in. up to 94 in. (19 mm) Yw in. (1.2 mm)
one seizing on each side of the cut is required. On
Over '/a in. up to I v8 in. (29 mm) in. (1.6 mm)
Over IV4 in. up to I'/z in. (38 mm) Y32 in. (2.4 mm)
nonpreformedropesof 7 8 in. (22 mm) diameter or
smaller, two seizings on each side of thecut are
(7) In standing ropes, more than two broken wires required; and for nonpreformed rope of 1 in. (26 m m )
in one lay in sections beyond end connections, or more diameter or larger, three seizings on each side of the
than one brokenwire at anend connection. cut are required.
( c ) Broken wire removal criteria cited in this Volume ( d ) During installation, care should be exercised to
apply towire rope operating onsteelsheavesand avoid dragging therope in dirt or around objects that
drums.Theusershall contact the sheave, drum, or will scrape, nick, crush, or induce sharp bends.
(e) Ropeshould be maintained in a well-lubricated
cableway manufacturer, or a qualified person for broken
condition. It is important that lubricant applied as part
wire removal criteria for wire ropes operating on sheaves
of a maintenance program shall be compatible with the
and drums made of material other than steel.
original lubricant, and to this end the rope manufacturer
(d) Replacementrope shall have a nominalstrength should be consulted; lubricant applied shall be the type
rating at leastequal to the original ropefurnished or that does not hinder visual inspection. Those sections
recommended by thecableway manufacturer or de- of ropewhich are located over sheaves or otherwise
signer, ora qualifiedperson.Any deviation fromthe hidden during inspection and maintenance procedures
original size, grade, or construction shall be specified requirespecial attention during lubrication. The object
by therope manufacturer, the cableway manufacturer of ropelubricationisto reduce internal friction and
or designer, or a qualifiedperson. to prevent corrosion.
( e ) Ropes Not in Regular Use. Allrope'thathas (J) Whenan operating rope shows greater wearat
beenidle for a periodof a month or moredueto well-definedlocalized areas thanonthe remainder of
shutdown or storage of a cableway onwhich it is rope, rope life can be extended in cases where a reduced
installedshall be given an inspection in accordance rope length is adequate by cutting off a section at the
with para. 19-2.4.2(b) before it isplaced i n service. worn end, thus shifting thewearto different areas of
This inspectionshall be for alltypes of deterioration therope.
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S T D - A S M E B30*17-ENGL 2000 m 0757670 Ob20588 335 m
CHAPTER 19-3
Operation
Section19-3.1:OperatorQualificationsand ( c ) The operator shallrespondto signals only from

OperatingPractice the appointed signalperson, but shall obey a stop signal
atanytime,no matter who gives it.
19-3.1.1Operators (d) The operator shall be responsible for those opera-
(a) Cableways shall be operated only by the follow- tionsunder hisher direct control. Wheneverthereis
ing personnel: any doubt as to safety, the operator shall consult with
(I) designatedpersons; the supervisor beforehandlingtheloads.
( 2 ) trainees under the direct supervision of a desig- ( e ) Before leaving the controls unattended, the opera-
nated person; torshall:
(3) maintenance andtest personnel, when it is (I) landanysuspendedload,bucket, lifting mag-
necessary in theperformance of their duties; net, or other device;
(4) inspectors (cableways). ( 2 ) set tower travelandall cable drum brakes
( b ) No one, other than personnelspecified in (a) and other locking devices;
above, shall enter a control cab, with the exception of (3) put controls in the off or neutral position;
persons such as oilers and supervisors whose duties (4) stop the engine or turn off electric power;
require them to do so, and then only in the performance (5) secure cableway against accidental operation;
of their duties and with the knowledge of the operator
(6) take measures to secure movable towers when
or other appointed person.
thewindalarm is given or when leaving overnight.
19-3.1.2 Qualifications for Operators (j) When an out-of-order signison the starting
( a ) Operators shall be requiredtopass a practical
controls, the operator shall not power the unit or start
operations until thesignhas been removed by the
operating examination. Examination shall be limited to
person responsible for theinitialplacingof the out-
thespecifictype of equipmenttobe operated.
of-order sign or that person’s designated representative.
( h ) Operators shall meet the following physical quali-
(8) Before starting a power unit, the operator shall
fications:
assure thatallpersonnel are in the clear.
( I ) visionofatleast 20130 Snellen in one eye
and 20/50 in the other, with or without glasses; (h) If power fails during operation, the operator shall:
(2) ability to distinguishred, green, andyellow, (I) if practical, land the suspendedloadusing
regardless of position of colors, if color differentiation controls or emergency means;
is required for operation; ( 2 ) set all brakes andlocking devices;
( 3 ) adequate hearing, with or without hearing aid, (3) moveall clutch or other power controls to
for thespecific operation; theoff position.
(4) evidence that an operator is subject to seizures (i) The operator shall be familiar with the equipment
or loss of physicalcontrolshall be sufficientreason and its proper care. If adjustments or repairs are neces-
for disqualification. Specializedmedical tests maybe sary or any damage isknown, it shallbereported to
requiredto determine these conditions. the appointed person,andthenext operator shallbe
notifiedofthe damage upon changing shifts.
19-3.1.3OperatingPractices ( j ) All controls shallbetested by the operator at
( a ) The operator shall not engage in anypractice the start of a new shift. If any controls do not operate
which will divert attentionwhile actually engaged in properly,theyshall be adjusted or repaired before
operating the cableway. operations are begun.
( h ) Whenphysicallyormentally unfit, an operator ( k ) No cableway operation shall be performed unless
shall not engage in the operation ofthe equipment. a designated signalperson directs theoperation or the

operator is within full vision of theoperationto be ( e ) When loads or load hooksmust approach the
performed. location of personnel, a signalperson shall be provided
towarn of the approaching load.
Section19-3.2: Operating Practices (f,The operator shalltestthebrakes each time a
load approaching theratedloadishandled by raising
19-3.2.1 Handling the Load it a fewinchesand applying the brakes.
19-3.2.1.1 Size of Load (g) The loadshall notbeloweredbelow the point
( a ) No cableway shall be loadedbeyondtherated where less thantwo full wraps of rope remain on
load, except for authorized tests. drums.
(h) Theindividual directing the lift shall ascertain ( h ) Whentwo or more cableways are usedto lift
that the weightof the load does not exceed the maximum oneload,one designated personshallbe responsible
rated load. for the operation. This person shall analyze the operation
andinstructallpersonnelinvolved in the proper posi-
19-3.2.1.2Attaching the Load
tioning,rigging of the load, andthemovements to be
( a ) The hoistropeshallnot be in contact with
made.
theload.
( h ) The load shall be attached to the hook or shackle 19-3.2.1.4 Holding the Load
by means of slings or other approved devices. (a) The operator shallnotleave the controls while
19-3.2.1.3 Moving the Load
theloadis suspended.
(h) No person should be permitted to stand or pass
(a) The individual directing the lift shallseethat:
(I) cableway trolley is within its operating limits, under a loadon the hook.
and the towers are aligned and within the luffing limits (c) If the load hoist mechanism is not equipped with
for theweight of load; an automatic brake and the load must remain suspended
( 2 ) the load is well secured and properly balanced
forany considerable length of time, the operator shall
in the sling or lifting device before it ishoistedmore hold thedrumfromrotating in the lowering direction
than a fewinches; by activating the positive brakingmeans.
( 3 ) hoistropeis not kinked;
19-3.2.2 Personnel Lifting. This Standard recog-
(4) multiplepart lines are not twistedaround
nizesthat cableways are designedandintended for
each other;
handling materials. They do not meet personnel lifting or
( 5 ) thehookisbrought over theload in such a
elevator requirements. Therefore, no cableway function
manner as tominimize swinging;
shall be performed while a person is on the lower load
(6) the ropeisproperlyseated on the drumand block, hook, load, manlift platform, or other personnel
in the sheaves if there had been a slack rope condition.
lifting device attached to the cableway, unless each of
( b ) Duringthehoisting,the operatorshall take thespecific,special requirements as follows, is met.
care that:
( a ) The following special proceduresshall be fol-
( I ) there is no sudden acceleration or deceleration lowedwhenpersonnel are to be lifted.
of themovingload;
(I) The person on the job site specifically responsi-
( 2 ) theload does not contact any obstructions;
ble for the overall work function to be performed shall
( 3 ) before moving towers, signals are given to all
determine that there is nopractical alternate way to
personnel to clear areas affected.
performtheneededwork or gain access to the area,
(c) Load drifting operations shallbeplanned by a and he shall authorize its usage by issuing a statement
qualified person, whoseresponsibility will beto: describing the operation and its time frame. The state-
( I ) determine thatresultantloading of the ca- ment, after being approved by the authorizer, shallbe
blewaywillbewithintheload rating; retainedatthe job site.
CAUTION: Do not driftloadswhen the swingofthedrifted ( 2 ) For each instance of personnel lifting, the
load couldexceedtheluffed load rating. personresponsible for thetaskshall determine that
(2) ensure thattheloadisundercontrol at all each of the following requirements in paras. (3) through
timesto avoid excessive drifting andswinging action. (16) havebeenmet.
( d ) The cableway should not be operated while any- ( 3 ) The cableway shall be inspected in accordance
one is on the load or hook, except under circumstances with the requirements of paras. 19-2.1.2 and 19-2.4.2(a).
noted in para. 19-3.2.2. ( 4 ) The lift shall be made under controlled condi-
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CABLEWAYS ASME
tions andunderthe direction ofan appointed sig- (7) If access doors are installed, they shall open
nalperson. only to the interior of the platform. Access doors shall
(5) The operator shall be informed that personnel be equipped with a device torestrainthe door from
are tobehoisted. inadvertent opening.
(6) A plannedprocedure of operations shall be (8) The platformshallhaveoverheadprotection
established. when there is an overhead hazard.
(7) The operator andsignalpersonshall conduct (9) The platformshallbe easily identifiable by
a testliftwith an emptymanlift platform. highvisibility color or marking.
(8) Communicationbetweenthecableway opera- (IO) The platform shall be attached by means such
tor, signalperson. andpersonsbeingliftedshall be as, butnotlimited to, a shackle, hook (latched or
maintained. moused), or wedge and socket attachment. A wedge
(9) Warning or limiting devices shall be installed and socket attachment shallhave a clip on the free
to prevent two-blocking, unless audible communication end oftheload line.
hasbeenprovidedandone of the persons being lifted (11) The suspension system shall minimize inclina-
has beenspecifically assigned thetask of warning of tion of the platform due to the movement of personnel
the approach of a two-block condition. onthe platform.
(IO) The cableway shall be operated so that down- (c) Lowerloadblockmounted platforms should be
ward motion will be controlled load lowering (no used for performing inspection and maintenance of the
freefall). lowedupper load blocks, camage, rope, and slack cam-
(II) Whenweldingis done byan employee on ers when access is not available viathe towers. This
the platform, the electrode holders shall be protected platformshouldbepart ofthe lower loadblock as
from contact with metal components of theplatform. described in para. 19- I .3.7(b).
(001 (12) Employees being liftedshallwearfallprotec-
tion devices with lanyards attached, preferablyabove
the hook or shackle. Section19-3.3:Signals
(13) The operator shall remain at the controls while
persons are suspended. 19-3.3.1 Standard Signals. Standard signals to
(14) When lifting or lowering platforms, the opera- the operator shall be in accordance with the standards
tor shall control the speed and it shall not exceed 1 0 0 prescribed in para. 19-3.3.2, unless voice communication
ft/min (0.51 m/s). equipment (telephone, radio, or equivalent) is utilized.
(15) The employees beinglifted,moved, or posi- Signals shall be discernible or audible at all times.
tioned shall remainin continuous sight or in communica- No responseshallbemadeunless signals are clearly
tionwiththe operator or signalperson. understood.
(16) The totalweight of theliftedload (including
personnel) shall not exceed 50% of the cableway load
19-3.3.2 Hand Signals. Hand signals shall be in
rating.
accordance with Fig. 9 andshall be posted conspicu-
(b) The platformshall be designed and constructed ously.
in accordance with the following.
( I ) The platformshall be designed by a qualified
person. 19-3.3.3 Special Signals. For operations not cov-
( 2 ) The platformshall be limitedto a capacity ered by para. 19-3.3.2 or for special conditions that
of six persons. occur from time to time, additions to or modifications
( 3 ) The platform and attaching devices shall have of the standard signals maybe required. In such cases
a minimumdesign factor of 5. these special signals shall be agreed to in advance by
( 4 ) The platform shall have a plate specifying the
the operator andthe signalperson and should notbe
weight of the empty platform, and the maximum number in conflictwiththestandard signals.
of persons and weight for which the platform is rated.
(5) The platformshallhavestandardrailing as 19-3.3.4Instructions. I f it isdesiredto give in-
defined in ANSI A12.1. structions to the operator, other than thoseprovided
(6) The sides of theplatformshall be enclosed by the established signal system, the cableway motions
fromfloor to midrail. shall be stopped.
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STDmASME B3O.LS-ENGL 2000 D 0759b70 Ob20591 92T m
MOVE SLOWLY
LOW E R Use one hand t o giveany
HOIST motion signal and place other
With arm extended downward,
With forearm vertical, fore- hand motionless in front of
forefinger pointing down, move
finger pointing up, move hand hand giving the motion signal.
hand in small horizontal circles.
in small horizontal circle. (Hoist slowly shown as
example.)
EMERGENCY STOP
Both arms extended, palms DOG EVERYTHING
down, move armsback and Clasp hands in front of body.
forth horizontally.
TRAVEL
LUFF
Arm extended forward, hand
Ann extended, point with
openand slightly raised,
finger in direction of luff.
make pushing motionin
direction of travel.
FIG. 9 STANDARD HAND SIGNALS FOR CONTROLLING CABLEWAY OPERATIONS
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Section19-3.4:Miscellaneous with (a) above is the recommendedpractice of this

Volume in determining permissible proximity of the
19-3.4.1Ballastor Counterweight. Cableways cableway and its protuberances, including load, to elec-
shall not be operated without the full ballast or counter- tricalpower lines.
weight in place as specified by the manufacturer or ( c ) Beforethe commencement of operations near
designer. electrical lines, the person responsible for the job shall
(00) 19-3.4.2Aerial Marking. When required, towers notifythe owners of thelines or their authorized
and suspension cables shallbemarkedandlighted in representatives, provide them with all pertinent informa-
accordance with applicable FederalAviationAdminis- tion, and request their cooperation.
trationrequirements (see para. 19-1.3.14). (d) Any overhead wire shall be considered to bean
energized line unless and until the person owning such
19-3.4.3Hoist, Ropes, andRope Anchors. A line or the electrical utility authorities verifythat it is
cableway shall notbe operated until hoistsandropes notan energizedline.
have been installed, attached, and anchored as specified ( e ) Exceptions to this procedure, if approved by the
by themanufacturer. owner of the electrical lines, maybe granted by the
administrative or regulatory authority if the alternate
19-3.4.4 Operating Near Electric Power Lines procedure provides protection and is set forth in writing.
(a) Cableways shall be operated so thatnopart of cf) Durable signs shall be installed at the operator’s
the cableway or load enters into the danger zone shown station warningthat electrocution or serious bodily
inFig. IO. injury may occur unless a minimum clearance of 10
EXCEPTIONS: ft (3 m)ismaintainedbetweenthe cableway or the
( I ) Thedanger zone may be enteredif the elecuical distribution load being handled and energized power lines. Greater
and transmission lines have been deenergized and visibly grounded clearances are required because of higher voltage as
atthe point of work:or stated in (a)(¡) above. These signs shall be revised
(2) Thedanger zone maybeenteredif insulating barriers (not a
whenlocal jurisdiction requires greater clearances.
pan of nor an attachmenttothe cableway) have been erected to
prevent physical contactwiththe lines. 19-3.4.5 Cabs
(a) Necessary clothing and personal belongings shall
(i) For lines rated 50 kV or below, minimum be stored in a mannernotto interfere with access or
clearance between the lines and any part of the cableway operation.
or load (including handling appendages) shallbe IO ft (b) Tools, oil cans, waste, extra fuses, and other
(3 m). Forhighervoltages, see Table 1. necessary articles shall be stored in thetoolboxand
(2) Caution shall be exercised when working near shall notbe permitted to lie loose in or about the cab.
overhead lines,becausetheycanmovehorizontally or
19-3.4.6 Refueling
vertically due to wind, moving the danger zone to new
( a ) Whenrefueling with a smallportable container,
positions.
it shall be Underwriters Laboratories or Factory Mutual
( 3 ) A qualified signalperson shallbe assigned to
Laboratories approved (or equivalent) safety-type can
observe the clearance when the cableway moves within
equipped with automatic closing cap and flame arrester.
theproximity of the limits specified in Table I . The
(b) Machines shallnot be refueledwiththe engine
operator maynotbe in the bestposition to judge
running.
distance betweenthepowerlineandthe cableway or
(c) Smoking or openflamesshall be prohibited in
its protuberances. the refueling area. Refueling areas shallbeposted
( b ) If insulating linksorproximitywarning devices as such.
are usedon cableways, such devices shallnot be a
substitute for the requirements of (a) above, even if 19-3.4.7FireExtinguishers
such devices are required bylaw or regulation. In view (a) A portable tire extinguisher with a basic minimum
of the complex, invisible, andlethalnature of the rating of IO BC shall be installed in thehoist cab or
electrical hazard involved, andtolessenthepotential at the machinery housing and maintainedin a serviceable
of false security, limitations of such devices, if used, condition.
shall be understood by operating personnelandtested (b) Operating andmaintenancepersonnelshall be
in the manner and at intervals prescribed by the manu- familiar with the use and care of the fire extinguishers
facturer of the device or a qualified person. Compliance provided.
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TABLE 1 REQUIRED CLEARANCE FOR

NORMAL VOLTAGE IN OPERATION NEAR
HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES
Normal Voltage, kV Minimum Required
(Phase to Phase) Clearance, ft (ml
Operation Near High Voltage Power Lines
To 50 10 (3.05)
Over 50 to 200 15 (4.60)
Over 200 to 350 20 (6.10)
Over 350 to 500 25 (7.62)
Over 500 to 750 35 (10.67)
Over 750 to 1000 45 (13.72)
A
I This area should be avoided
t
[Note (1)I
NOTE:
-
(1) For minimum radial distanceof danger zone, see para. 19-3.4.4.
FIG. 10 DANGER ZONEFOR CABLEWAYS AND LIFTED LOADS OPERATING NEAR ELECTRICAL
TRANSMISSION LINES
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