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Personnel Lifting Platforms WAC 296-882-100 Scope This rule applies to the lifting, lowering, and transporting of personnel using personnel platforms connected to cranes or derricks. Personnel platforms can be either suspended from the crane or derrick by wire rope or chain, or attached to the boom of the crane or derrick. Using articulating boom cranes with suspended platforms is not allowed Important! Do not use cranes or derricks for personnel lifting when there is a less hazardous way to accomplish the work. Cranes and derricks are designed and intended for material handling, and are not required to meet the same design standards as manlifts, aerial lifts, bucket trucks, and other conventional personnel-lifting equipment. The lifting or lowering of personnel using material handling cranes and derricks is prohibited unless all of the applicable requirements of WACs 296-882-100 through 296-882-60030 are met. WAC 296-882-200 Design and Construction Requirements for Personnel Lifting Equipment Summary Your responsibility: To make sure personnel lifting equipment is safe for operation.

ASME B30.23
ASME B23-0.1 Within the general scope defined in Section I, ASME B30.23 may apply to hoisting equipment covered within certain volumes of the ASME B30 standard, that is used to lift, lower, or transport personnel in a platform, by wire rope or chain, from hoist equipment, or by a platform that is mounted on a boom of the hoist equipment. The lifting of personnel is not allowed using some ASME B30 Standard equipment. The ASME B30 volume addressing the hoisting equipment to be used shall be consulted for the applicability of the ASME B30.23 volume. Section 23-0.2: Intent of ASME B30.23 The intent of this volume is to establish minimum design criteria, equipment features, and operational procedures for using material hoisting equipment to lift personnel. Use of this volume will not raise the level of safety of the material hoisting equipment to that obtained by using equipment specifically designed and manufactured for lifting personnel. The ASME B30 standard hoisting equipment is designed and intended for material handling and is not required to meet the same design standards required of conventional personnel lifting equipment (ANSI/SIA A 92 Aerial Platforms). Lifting and lowering of personnel using ASME B30 Standard hoisting equipment shall be undertaken only in circumstances when it is not possible to accomplish the task by less hazardous means. Unless all of the applicable requirements of this volume are met, the lifting or lowering of personnel using ASME B30 Standard equipment is prohibited.

Comments

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WAC 296-882-20005 Design of platforms and suspension systems You must Make sure personnel platforms and suspension systems manufactured under your direction are designed, constructed and tested according to ASME B30.23-1998, Personnel Lifting Systems. WAC 296-882-20010 Personnel platforms identification plate You must Make sure an identification plate is located inside the platform and is easy to read from outside the platform while the platform is on the ground. The plate must display the following information: Manufacturers name and address Platform rating in terms of weight and personnel Platform identification number Suspension system description for suspended platforms, or the intended hoisting equipment manufacturer identification for boom attached platforms Weight of the empty platform and its suspension system Date the platform was manufactured Certification of compliance to the design, construction, and testing requirements of this volume Listing of any unique operational environments for which the platform has been designed

ASME B30.23

Comments

1.1.1(b)(7) An identification plate located on the interior of the platform and legible from outside of the platform, while the platform is on the ground, that displays, as a minimum, the following information: a) manufacturer name and address b) platform rating in terms of weight and personnel c) platform identification number d) suspension system description for suspended platforms, or the intended hoisting equipment manufacturer identification for boom attached platforms e) weight of the empty platform and its suspension system f) date of the platform manufacture g) certification of compliance to the design, construction, and testing requirements of this volume h) listing of any unique operational environments for which the platform has been designed

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WAC 296-882-300 Hoisting Equipment Summary Your responsibility: To make sure hoisting equipment for personnel lifting is used correctly WAC 296-831-30005 Use the correct hoisting crane or derrick You must: Make sure the following equipment is not used to lift personnel: - Articulating boom cranes - Pendant supported, jib type boom extensions without positive stops (excerpt from B30.23 Scope) The lifting of personnel is not allowed using some ASME B30 Standard equipment. The ASME B30 volume addressing the hoisting equipment to be used shall be consulted for the applicability of the ASME B30.23 volume. (excerpt from B30.22 Scope) Exemptions from this volume include: (c) all units equipped with or designed primarily for personnel baskets, ladders, platforms, etc. 1.2.2 Hoisting Equipment (a) Features (1) Hoist equipment live boom or live load capabilities shall be removed for the period of personnel lifting. (2) Rope or chain hoisting systems, that are used for personnel lifting, shall have an anti-two-block device installed. (3) Hoisting equipment with a variable angle boom shall have a boom angle indicator readily visible to the operator (4) Hoisting equipment with telescoping booms shall have a boom length indicator, readable from the operators station, unless the load rating is independent of the boom length. (5) Hooks used for attachment of a personnel lifting platform shall be of a type that canbe positively locked closed and that will prevent the platform lifting bridle from being dislodged. (6) Hoisting equipment shall have automatic brakes such that when the equipment operating controls are released the motions are brought to rest. (7) A holding device (such as a load hold check valve) shall be provided in hydraulic or pneumatic systems to prevent uncontrolled movement of

ASME B30.23

Comments

The second bullet is from (a) on the next page

WAC 296-882-30010 Crane or derrick requirements Important! Cranes and derricks must meet the requirements in the WACs that apply to them, and the applicable hoisting equipment ASME B30 volume, in addition to these requirements. You must: Make sure the crane or derrick you are using to hoist the personnel platform meets the following requirements: - Live boom or live load capabilities allowing free fall are removed for the period of personnel lifting - An anti-two-block device is installed on the hoisting systems - On cranes and derricks with variable angle booms there is a boom angle indicator that is clearly visible to the operator - Has a device that clearly shows the operator the booms extended length, unless the boom length does not affect the load rating, on cranes with telescoping booms

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Has hooks, when used to attach a platform, that Can be positively locked closed Will prevent the lifting bridle from being dislodged Has automatic brakes on the equipment, so motions stop when the operating controls are released Has a holding device, such as a load hold check valve, that will prevent uncontrolled movement of the hoisting equipment if a system fails, on hydraulic or pneumatic systems Has a way to prevent hydraulic or pneumatic outriggers or stabilizers, if these are a part of the hoisting equipment, from retracting if the hydraulic or pneumatic line fails

ASME B30.23
the hoisting equipment in the event of a system failure (e.g. supply hose). (8) A means to prevent the retraction of any hydraulically or pneumatically activated outriggers or stabilizers in the event a hydraulic or pneumatic line fails, when such devices are a component of the hoisting equipment. (9) Pendant supported, jib type, boom extensions without positive stops shall not be used to lift personnel.

Comments

Make sure the crane is level within 1% of level grade and located on firm footing - Make sure outriggers or stabilizers are extended, blocked and locked according to manufacturers recommendations, if the crane is equipped with them

3.2.2(a)(4)(the operator shall) verify that the hoisting equipment is set up and maintained within one percent of level during a personnel lift 3.2.2(a)(3) operate hoisting equipment with outriggers with outriggers or stabilizers extended, blocked and locked in accordance with manufacturers specifications. 3.2.2(a)(7) Not allow the total weight of the lifted load including rigging, platform, personnel, tools, and material to exceed 50 percent of the hoisting equipments rated load, under the planned conditions of operation (except during testing as outlined in Chapter 23-2)

Make sure the total weight of the loaded personnel platform and related rigging does not exceed fifty percent of the cranes rated load capacity WAC 296-882-400 Inspections, Maintenance and Testing Summary

Your responsibility: To keep personnel lifting equipment in safe operating condition by performing regular inspections, maintenance, and testing.

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WAC 296-882-40005 Initial inspections on personnel platforms You must Have a qualified person inspect personnel platforms before initial use and at each new job site to make sure the requirements of WAC 296-882-100 through WAC 296-882-60030 are met 2.1.1(b)(2) Regular Inspection (a) Frequent. The platform, suspension system, attachment points, and any platform motion controls shall be inspected at least once each day, before use, by a designated person. The inspection is to identify conditions that have been specifically indicated by the platform manufacturer, or a qualified person, as potentially creating a hazardous operating condition. The inspection shall address at least those items listed in Appendix III. Any conditions found that constitute a hazard shall be corrected prior to lifting personnel. 2.1.1(b)(2) (c) Records (1) For frequent inspections, dated records for the hoisting equipment and personnel platform shall be made and kept by the platform user for the duration of the personnel lift operation 2.1.1(b)(2) (b) Periodic. At least once every 12 months, or as required by the platform manufacturer, a periodic inspection of the platform shall be performed by a qualified person in accordance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer. Platforms which have been out of service for 12 or more consecutive months shall receive a periodic inspection before use. 2.3.1 (b) (1) Any hazardous condition disclosed by any inspection shall be corrected before use of the platform is resumed. Adjustments and repairs shall be accomplished by designated personnel. 2.1.1(b)(2)(c) (2) For periodic inspections, dated records for the platform shall be

ASME B30.23
2.1.1 Personnel Lifting Platform (Inspection) (b) Frequency (1) Initial Inspection. Prior to initial use and at each new job site all platforms shall be inspected by a qualified person to verify compliance with the provisions of this volume.

Comments
(a) is manufacturers requirement: (1) The platform manufacturer shall furnish complete inspection criteria for platform users. The criteria shall address all inspection frequency classifications listed in this volume and shall cover: (a) the platform (b) rigging components (c) fasteners (d) all safety features and attachments.

WAC 296-882-40010 Frequent inspections on personnel platforms You must Make sure an appointed person inspects all items in Table 1 at least once each day, before use. Correct any hazardous condition before using the platform. Keep the most recent, dated inspection records available for the duration of the lift operation.

(Table 1, Frequent inspection checklist for personnel lifting platforms) WAC 296-882-40015 Periodic inspections on personnel platforms You must: Make sure a qualified person performs a periodic inspection of personnel platforms at least once a year, according to manufacturers instructions Correct any hazardous condition before using the platform Keep the most recent, dated inspection records with the platform and available for review

Note: Platforms that have been out of service for more than a year dont

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need to have a periodic inspection until they are put back into use. WAC 296-882-40020 Adjustments and repairs on personnel platforms You must: Make sure any adjustments or repairs to the platform is done by a designated person Adjustments or repairs to the suspension system must be done by a qualified person. Make sure replacement parts and repairs are equal to or exceed the original equipment specifications. Make sure the manufacturer or a qualified person has approved any modifications, in writing, before they are made. Keep records of any repairs to the structural components of the platform Make sure all welding repairs are done by a certified welder.

ASME B30.23
made by the platform owner. The last periodic inspection shall be kept with the platform and available for review. 2.3.1(b)(5) Any adjustment or repair to the platform suspension system shall be done by a qualified person 2.3.1 (b) (1) Any hazardous condition disclosed by any inspection shall be corrected before use of the platform is resumed. Adjustments and repairs shall be accomplished by designated personnel. 2.3.1(a) preventative maintenance (1) A preventative maintenance program based on the platform manufacturers recommendations should be established (2) Replacement parts used shall be equal to or exceed the original equipment specification 2.3.1(b)(3) Replacement parts used or repairs made shall be equal to or exceed the original equipment specification. 2.3.1(c) Modifications. Only modifications approved in writing by the manufacturer or a qualified person shall be accomplished. 2.3.1(d) Records. The platform owner shall maintain records on any repairs to, or replacements of, the structural components of the platform.

Comments

Not used: 2.3.1(b)(2) Adjustments shall provide for correct functioning of components.

(1) is a should.

WAC 296-882-40025 Proof test platforms and rigging You must 1. Make sure the platform and rigging is proof tested at each new job site before lifting personnel. Test as follows: Test to 125% of the platforms rated capacity Hold the platform suspended for 5 minutes with the test load evenly distributed on the platform Note: This may be done at the same time as the trial lift

2.3.1(b)(4) All welding repairs shall be done by a certified welder 2.2.1(b)Proof Testing (1) At each new job site, prior to hoisting people in the personnel platform, the platform and rigging shall be proof tested to 125% of the platforms rating. With the proof test load evenly distributed in the platform, the platform shall be hoisted and held in a suspended position for not less than five minutes. After the proof testing, the platform shall be inspected by a qualified person. Any damage revealed by the inspection shall be corrected and another proof test conducted.

2.2.1(a) is Platform Manufacturer Tests. If manufacturing their own platforms, they were already told to test in accordance with the ANSI.

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You must: Do the following after proof testing: Have an appointed person inspect the platform and rigging Correct any deficiencies Perform another test after any deficiencies are corrected Keep the most recent proof testing records available at the jobsite 2. Make sure the platform and rigging is proof tested after any structural repair or modification, before lifting personnel

ASME B30.23

Comments

2.2.1(b)(3) After any structural repair or modification, a platform shall be proof tested

2.2.1(b)(2) is a should: When feasible, the hoisting equipment to be used for lifting personnel should be the equipment used to perform the proof tests at the job site as defined in para. 23-2.2.1(b).

Test suspended platforms in the following order: Test to 150% of the platforms rated capacity Raise the loaded platform, then lower it at a speed of at least 100 ft/min. Bring the platform to a stop by using the hoisting equipment brakes Let the platform hang for at least 5 minutes. Have a qualified person inspect the platform and rigging. Correct any deficiencies. Perform another test after any deficiencies are corrected Test attached platforms in the following order: Test to 150% of the platforms rated capacity. Hold the platform suspended for 5 minutes with the test load evenly distributed on the platform. Have an appointed person inspect the platform and rigging. Correct any deficiencies. Perform another test after any deficiencies are corrected.

2.2.1(b)(3) After any structural repair or modification, a platform shall be proof tested to 150% of the platforms rating. Boom attached platforms shall use the test procedure described in para. 23.2.2.1(b)(1). Suspended platforms shall be tested by raising the loaded platform to a height, then lowering it at a speed of not less than 100 ft/min. Once a lowering speed of 100 ft/mion or more is reached, the platform descent shall be halted by applying the hoisting equipment brakes and then the platform allowed to hang for a period of not less than five minutes. After this test and hanging period, the platform shall be inspected by a qualified person. Any damage revealed by the inspection shall be corrected and another proof test conducted. (3) After any structural repair or modification, a platform shall be proof tested to 150% of the platforms rating. Boom attached platforms shall use the test procedure described in para. 23.2.2.1(b)(1). 2.2.1(b)(1) At each new job site, prior to hoisting people in the personnel platform, the platform and rigging shall be proof tested to 125% of the platforms rating. With the proof test load evenly distributed in the platform, the platform shall be hoisted and held in a suspended position for not less than five minutes. After the proof testing, the platform shall be inspected by a qualified person. Any damage revealed by the inspection shall be corrected and another proof test conducted.

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Keep the most recent proof testing records available at the jobsite

ASME B30.23
2.2.1(c) Records. The most recent record of proof testing shall be maintained at the jobsite.

Comments

WAC 296-882-500 Management Responsibilities Your responsibility: To make sure all duties are performed by the correctly appointed person. WAC 296-882-50005 Job site management You must: Make sure job site management performs the duties listed in Table 2. Table 2 Job site management duties Designate a Personnel Lift Supervisor for each personnel lift operation. Require that all personnel associated with the lift receive the briefings and safety indoctrinations specified in this volume. Prohibit the lifting of personnel whenever the operator: - Does not feel physically or mentally fit to perform the operation. - Has been working for more than 10 hours prior to the start of the lift or the lift will not be completed before the operator has been working for 12 hours. - Did not have at least eight hours off immediately prior to the work shift containing the personnel lift operation. Designate the appropriate number of signalpersons, ground crew, and platform occupants to perform the personnel lift safely. - In suspended and boom attached platforms without boom motion controls, one occupant shall be appointed as the platform signalperson. This

Section 23-3.1: Personnel 23-3.1.1 Management (a) Responsibilities (1) Management shall require that the provisions of this volume are understood and applied at the operational levels, and that the appropriate portions of this volume are included in the pre-lift briefing information. (2) Management shall designate qualified individuals at each job site to perform the duties of the Personnel Lift Authorizer. As a minimum these individuals shall be responsible for: (a) verifying the need for a personnel lift; (b) verifying the equipment to be used for the personnel lift meets the requirements of Chapter 23-1; (c) authorizing the personnel lift operation (d) requiring the personnel lift be accomplished in accordance with the provisions of this volume. (3) Job site management shall require that the provisions of this volume are implemented during personnel lifting operations. (4) Job site management shall designate a Personnel Lift Supervisor

ANSIs requirements arent separated cleanly; I listed the two paragraphs here but we divided the duties according to who is responsible for them.

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person shall be responsible for communicating with the operator and/or other appointed signalpersons. Require that the hoisting equipment used to lift personnel shall be in compliance with the requirements prescribed in this volume and the applicable hoisting equipment ASME B30 volume. Have a Personnel Lifting Management and Approval Program that requires the criteria of this rule to be met before to lifting personnel. Instruct operators of hoisting equipment, installed on floating vessels, not to lift personnel when the list or trim of the vessel exceeds five degrees. If mobile hoisting equipment is placed on floating vessels, operators shall not lift personnel when the list or trim of the vessel exceeds one degree.

ASME B30.23
for each personnel lift operation. As a minimum, the individual shall be responsible for: (a) holding the pre-lift meeting; (b) verifying all required inspections have been accomplished; (c) verifying qualified persons are assigned to perform the functions of the operator, signalpersons, and ground crew; (d) supervising the personnel lift operation; (e) accomplishing other tasks that may be needed to enhance the safety of the personnel lift. (5) Job site management shall require that all personnel associated with the lift receive the briefings and safety indoctrinations specified in this volume. (6) Job site management shall not allow or require any operator to lift personnel under the following circumstances: (a) The operator does not feel physically or mentally fit to perform the operation. (b) The operator has been working for more than 10 hours prior to the start of the lift or the lift will not be completed before the operator has been working for 12 hours. (c) the operator did not have at least eight hours off immediately prior to the work shift containing the personnel lift operation. (7) Job site management shall designate the appropriate number of signalpersons, ground crew, and platform occupants to perform the personnel lift safely. (a) In suspended and boom attached platforms without boom motion controls, one occupant shall be designated as the platform signalperson. This person shall be responsible for communicating with the operator and/or other designated signalpersons. (8) Job site management shall require that the hoisting equipment used to lift personnel shall be in compliance with the requirements prescribed in this volume and the applicable hoisting equipment ASME B30 volume.

Comments

WAC 296-882-50010 Personnel Lift Authorizer

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You must: Assign qualified individuals at each job site who will be responsible for the duties listed in Table 3. Table 3 Personnel lift Authorizer Responsibilities Verifying - The need for a personnel lift - That there are no less hazardous alternatives to performing the work, or providing access to the area. The personnel lift shall not be authorized when less hazardous means are feasible. Verifying the equipment to be used for the personnel lift meets the requirements of the chapter governing that equipment Authorizing the personnel lift operation Reviewing and approving the personnel lift plan. Retain the plan as part of the job site records. Verifying that conditions provide clear visibility. When conditions such as darkness, fog, or snow prevent clear visibility, do not authorize personnel lifting. Authorize personnel lifting over, under, or in the vicinity of power lines, in accordance with the requirements Chapter 296-45, Safety standards for electrical work

ASME B30.23

Comments

Section 23-3.2: Practices 23-3.2.1 Management Job site management shall have a Personnel Lifting Management and Approval Program that requires the criteria of this volume to be met prior to lifting personnel. The program shall, as a minimum, require: (a) The Personnel Lift Supervisor to prepare a personnel lift plan containing at least the information shown in Appendix II. This plan shall be presented to the Personnel Lift Authorizer for review/approval. The plan shall be retained as part of the job site records. (b) The Personnel Lift Authorizer to verify that there are no less hazardous alternatives to performing the work, or providing access to the area. The personnel lift shall not be authorized when less hazardous means are feasible. (c) The Personnel Lift Authorizer to verify that conditions provide clear visibility. When conditions such as darkness, fog, or snow prevent clear visibility, the Personnel Lift Authorizer shall not authorize personnel lifting. (d) The Personnel Lift Authorizer to only authorize personnel lifting over, under, or in the vicinity of power lines, in accordance with the requirements of Appendix I; (e) personnel platforms not to be used in winds in excess of 20 mph (32.2 km/hr) at the hoisted platform height, electric storms, snow, ice, sleet, or other adverse weather conditions which could affect the safety of personnel. (f) the Personnel Lift Supervisor to verify that each of the requirements in this Section have been met; (g) the Personnel Lift Supervisor to hold a pre-lift briefing attended by the hoisting equipment operator, platform occupants, and ground crew. If individuals are changed during a series of personnel lifts, each new person shall be appropriately briefed by the Personnel Lift Supervisor. Contents of the briefing shall, as a minimum, cover: (1) the operations section of this volume (2) the assignment and responsibilities of each person involved in the lift operation

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(3) the procedures to be followed (4) guidance on general and specific safety precautions (5) special signals for the operation (6) unique considerations of the lift (7) work to be accomplished during the lift (8) if applicable, the responsibilities and assignments contained in Appendix I when lifting personnel near electrical power lines (h) the Personnel Lift Supervisor to terminate personnel lifting operations if hazardous conditions develop during the lift (i) personnel platforms to be only used for personnel, their tools, and sufficient material to do their work. They shall not be used for solely transporting bulk materials. (j) a qualified person to evaluate the safety concerns of the operational environment and verify the platform and hoisting equipment are suitable for use. Additionally, special work circumstances may require further precautions. Precautions such as, but not limited to the following shall be taken: (1) When welding is to be accomplished from the personnel platform, suitable electrode holders shall be provided to protect them from contact with any conducting components of the platform (2) Job site management shall instruct operators of hoisting equipment, installed on floating vessels, not to lift personnel when the list or trim of the vessel exceeds five degrees. If mobile hoisting equipment is placed on floating vessels, operators shall not lift personnel when the list or trim of the vessel exceeds one degree. (3) When personnel lifts are conducted over water, personnel flotation devices shall be provided and required to be worn. Personnel fall protection devices with quick release features shall be provided, and required to be worn. The fall protection device shall be appropriately attached while personnel are lifted over land and detached while personnel are lifted over water. (4) A boat with appropriate rescue personnel shall be available at all times during a personnel lift over water (5) Appropriate personnel protective equipment shall be provided and required to be used around toxic, flammable, or hazardous substances or fumes. (6) Any concentrated loading of the platform shall be reviewed to preclude the overstressing of any component or impairing the platform stability.

Comments

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WAC 296-882-50015 Personnel Lift Supervisor You must: Assign a Personnel Lift Supervisor, who will be responsible for the duties outlined in Table 4. Table 4 Personnel Lift Supervisor duties Holding the pre-lift meeting; Verifying all required inspections have been accomplished; Verifying qualified persons are assigned to perform the functions of the operator, signalpersons, and ground crew; Supervising the personnel lift operation; Accomplishing other tasks that may be needed to enhance the safety of the personnel lift. Preparing a personnel lift plan containing at least the information shown in Appendix II. Verifying that each of the requirements in this Section have been met; Holding a pre-lift briefing attended by the hoisting equipment operator, platform occupants, and ground crew. If individuals are changed during a series of personnel lifts, each new person shall be appropriately briefed by the Personnel Lift Supervisor. Contents of the briefing shall, as a minimum, cover: - the operations section of this rule - the assignment and responsibilities of each person involved in the lift operation - the procedures to be followed - guidance on general and specific safety precautions - special signals for the operation - unique considerations of the lift - work to be accomplished during the lift - if applicable, the responsibilities and assignments contained in Chapter 296-45, Safety standards for electrical work, when lifting personnel near electrical power lines

ASME B30.23

Comments

See the two sections listed above for these requirements.

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Terminate personnel lifting operations if hazardous conditions develop during the lift

ASME B30.23

Comments

WAC 296-882-600 Lifting Personnel Summary Your responsibility: To make sure personnel lifting equipment is operated safely. WAC 296-882-60005 Lift personnel as a last resort only You must Lift personnel on platforms with cranes or derricks only if it is the only possible way to accomplish the work that needs to be done.

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WAC 296-882-60010 Hold a prelift meeting You must Make sure a prelift meeting is held before the trial lift at each new location as follows: - The crane or derrick operator, the signal person, employees who will be lifted, and the lift supervisor must attend. - Cover all of the following: o The requirements of WAC 296-882-200 through WAC 296-882-60030 o Assignments and responsibilities of each person involved in the operation o The procedures that will be followed o Special signals and unique considerations of the lift o What work will be accomplished during the lift - Repeat the meeting for any employees new to the operation WAC 296-882-60015 Set up hoisting equipment correctly You must Make sure the operator inspects the area where the hoist equipment will be set up, and looks for: - Overhead obstructions and electrical lines - Hazardous locations - Inadequate surface area - Inadequate support to withstand all force imposed - Wind, weather, and unstable conditions - Other potentially hazardous conditions WAC 296-882-60020 Perform a trial lift You must Make sure a trial lift with the personnel platform is performed, on each shift before lifting personnel, to check the following:

ASME B30.23
3.2.1(g) (The program shall require) The Personnel Lift Supervisor to hold a pre-lift briefing attended by the hoisting equipment operator, platform occupants, and ground crew. If individuals are changed during a series of personnel lifts, each new person shall be appropriately briefed by the Personnel Lift Supervisor. Contents of the briefing shall, as a minimum, cover: (1) the operations section of this volume (2) assignment and responsibilities of each person involved in the lift operation (3) the procedures to be followed (4) guidance on general and specific safety precautions (5) special signals for the operation (6) unique considerations of the lift (7) work to be accomplished during lift (8) if applicable, the responsibilities and assignments contained in Appendix I when lifting personnel near electrical power lines

Comments

3.2.2(a) the operator shall: (1) inspect the hoist equipment setup area before the personnel lift and report his observations to the Personnel Lift Supervisor. The operator shall inspect the area for potential hazards such as, but not limited to: (a) excessive load and/or radius (b) overhead obstructions and electrical transmission lines (c) hazardous locations (d) inadequate surface and support to withstand all forces imposed (e) wind, weather, and unstable conditions (f) any potentially hazardous conditions

3.2.2(a)(9) Perform a trial lift prior to lifting personnel with the platform on each shift and after any change of setup location, hoist equipment configuration, or operator. These lifts shall be used to ascertain that hoist equipment setup and configuration is correct, load capacities are adequate, that no hazardous interferences exist, and to further demonstrate the operators operational competence;

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Hoist equipment setup and configuration is correct Load capacities are adequate No hazardous interferences exist The operators operational competence

ASME B30.23
(10) verify that during the trial lift, the platform is loaded to at least the weight expected during the actual lift;

Comments

Load the unoccupied platform to at least the anticipated load weight Repeat the trial lift before lifting personnel whenever - The crane or derrick is moved and set up in a different location. - The crane or derrick is reconfigured. The operator is changed.

Make sure any defects that create a safety hazard are corrected before lifting people.

3.2.2(a)(9) Perform a trial lift prior to lifting personnel with the platform on each shift and after any change of setup location, hoist equipment configuration, or operator. These lifts shall be used to ascertain that hoist equipment setup and configuration is correct, load capacities are adequate, that no hazardous interferences exist, and to further demonstrate the operators operational competence; 2.1.1(b)(2)(a)(Frequent inspection) Any conditions found that constitute a hazard shall be corrected prior to lifting personnel

WAC 296-882-60020 Performing the personnel lift You must Safely perform the personnel lift. Make sure: The personnel platform is not loaded with more than its rated load capacity

Materials and tools being lifted by a platform are: Secured to prevent movement Evenly distributed on the platform

The personnel platform is hoisted slowly, with no sudden movements Tag lines are used to control the motion of suspended platforms, unless using them creates a hazard

3.2.2(a)(7) Not allow the total weight of the lifted load including rigging, platform, personnel, tools, and material to exceed 50 percent of the hoisting equipments rated load, under the planned conditions of operation (except during testing as outlined in Chapter 23-2) 3.2.4(a)(5) (The platform occupants shall) have materials and equipment evenly distributed and secured while the platform is lifted 3.2.2 (a)(14) Perform all movements of the platform in a slow, controlled manner to minimize sudden movements of the platform 3.2.3(f) (The ground crew shall) use tag lines for motion control of suspended platforms, unless their use

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The platform is secured to the structure where the work will be performed before employees exit or enter the platform, unless securing to the structure is unsafe. No other load lines on the crane or derrick are used to lift anything while personnel are on a platform. Brakes and locking devices are engaged when the personnel platform is occupied and in a stationary working position The lowering motion is power-controlled only Free fall is not allowed

ASME B30.23
creates an unsafe condition. 3.2.4(a)(8) (the platform occupants shall) not enter or exit a suspended platform while it is raised unless the platform has an installed gate and the platform is physically secured to the structure to which the occupants are entering or exiting. 3.2.2(a)(22) (The operator shall) not lift any other loads, on any other load lines, while conducting a personnel lift. When the hoisting equipment has a boom attached platform without controls it shall not be used for other lifting service. 3.2.2(a)(19) set all brakes and locks on the hoisting equipment after positioning of the personnel platform and before personnel perform any work 3.2.2(a)(15) engage the power controlled lowering mechanism at all times the platform is occupied (no free fall). 3.1.1(a)(7) Job site management shall designate the appropriate number of signalpersons, ground crew, and platform occupants to perform the personnel lift safely. (a)In suspended and boom attached platforms without boom motion controls, one occupant shall be designated as the platform signalperson. This person shall be responsible for communicating with the operator and/or other designated signalpersons. 3.1.3(b)(3) verifying the personnel platform is securely attached to the hoisting equipment 3.1.3(b)(4) verifying the load line is not directly attached to, or wrapped around, the personnel platform; 3.1.3(b)(5) verifying boom attached personnel platforms are only attached using the pins and fittings specified by the hoist equipment manufacturer or a qualified person; 3.1.3(b)(6) keeping people from passing under the raised personnel platform; 3.1.3(c) Conduct. The ground crew shall not engage in any practice or have any other duties which will reduce the safety of the personnel lift operation. 3.2.4(a)(4)

Comments

Make sure there are enough signalpersons, ground crew, and platform occupants to perform the lift safely. - For platforms without boom motion controls, make sure one occupant is designated as the platform signalperson, responsible for communicating with the operator and other signalpersons.

Make sure an appointed person Verifies the platform is securely attached to the crane or derrick Verifies the load line is not attached to or wrapped around the platform Verifies boom-attached personnel platforms are attached according to manufacturers specifications or a qualified person Keeps people from passing under the raised platform

Make sure employees working as part of the ground crew do not have other duties or engage in any practice that will reduce the safety of the personnel lift Make sure there are no more people on the platform than

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are needed to do the job Make sure all platform occupants: Are qualified to operate the controls on a platform that has controls Are familiar with the hand signals posted in the platform Know the emergency stop signal Are wearing full body harness attached to specific anchorage points with a lanyard, unless working over water. See WAC 296-882-60030 for requirements when working over water. Do not stand, sit on, or work from the rails Do not use any thing to raise their working height Do not pull the platform out of plumb Keep all parts of their body inside the platform during raising, lowering, and positioning, unless they are the signalperson Stay in sight of or in direct communication with the operator Stay in continuous sight of the signal person, if used Make sure the operator Doesnt allow the rated load to be exceeded when loads are transferred to the platform. Positions the platform so it can be tied off to the structure where occupants are entering or leaving, if the platform cant be set down. Make sure the operator doesnt move the platform away from the structure until it is freely suspended. Doesnt move the platform faster than 100 ft/min, except during testing Moves the platform under controlled conditions and under the direction of a designated signalperson

ASME B30.23
(The platform occupants shall) be limited in number, commensurate with the work being performed, platform design and hoisting equipment limitations. 3.1.4(a)(4) Occupants of a platform with controls shall be qualified to operate the controls. 3.1.4(b)(5) being familiar with the hand signals posted in the platform. All occupants shall know the emergency stop signal. 3.1.4(b)(5) being familiar with the hand signals posted in the platform. All occupants shall know the emergency stop signal. 3.2.4(a)(3) (The platform occupants shall) wear personnel fall protection devices with lanyards attached to a specific anchorage point(s), unless special circumstance work requirements dictate otherwise 3.2.4(a)(6) not stand, sit on, or work from the top rail, intermediate rail, to board, or use any other device to enhance their vertical height working capability; 3.2.4(a)(7) not pull the platform out of plumb with the hoisting equipment. 3.1.4(b)(2) platform occupants shall be responsible for keeping all parts of their body inside the platform during raising, lowering, and positioning, except when performing duties as a designated signalperson 3.2.4(a)(1)(The platform occupants shall) remain in continuous sight or in communication with the operator, and in sight and communication of a signalperson. 3.2.2(a)(8) not allow the platforms rating or the hoisting equipments reduced rated load to be exceeded when loads are transferred to the hoisted platform; 3.2.2(a)(11) position the platform so that it may be tied off to the structure to which the occupants are entering or leaving, if the platform cannot be landed during the entrance or exit of the occupants. If the platform has been tied off, the operator shall not move the platform until it is verified that it is freely suspended. 3.2.2(a)(16) not lift or lower an occupied platform at a speed in excess of 100 ft/min (except during testing as outlined in 23-2) 3.2.2(a)(20) move the platform under controlled conditions and under the direction of a designated signalperson

Comments

This is an increase, but put in per Dan

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Doesnt disable any hoist equipment safety device during a personnel lift Is at the controls at all times while the engine is running and the platform is occupied, unless using a boom mounted platform that has both: Boom mounted motion controls and A way of lowering, retracting and rotating if the primary power source stops working

ASME B30.23
3.2.2(a)(23) not disable, or allow to be disabled, any hoist equipment safety device during a personnel lift 3.1.2(c)(5) The hoisting equipment operator shall: (a) when involved with a suspended platform, boom mounted platform without controls, or a boom mounted platform with controls but without a means of lowering, retracting, and rotating in the event the primary power source becomes inoperative, remain at the hoisting equipment controls whenever personnel are in the platform (b) when involved with a boom mounted platform with boom motion controls and a means of lowering, retracting, and rotating in the event the primary power source becomes inoperative, be free not to remain at the hoisting equipment controls 3.2.2(a)(17)(The operator shall:) in the case of suspended or boom mounted platforms, without controls, remain at the hoisting equipment controls at all times when the platform is occupied. 3.2.2(a)(18) in the case of boom mounted platforms, with controls, be free to not remain at the hoisting equipment controls. 3.2.1(e) personnel platforms not to be used in winds in excess of 20 mph at the hoisted platform height, electric storms, snow, ice, sleet, or other adverse weather conditions which could affect the saftey of personnel. 3.2.2(a)(13) (The operator shall) not travel the hoisting equipment with personnel in the personnel platform except when the equipment runs on fixed rails or runways.

Comments

Stops hoisting immediately when Wind exceeds 20 mph at the hoisted platform height Adverse weather, such as electric storms, snow, ice, or sleet occurs Make sure the crane does not travel while personnel are being lifted, except when the equipment runs on fixed rails or runways -

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WAC 296-882-60030 Special Work Circumstances You must 1. Make sure, when lifting personnel over water, that: - Personal flotation devices are provided and worn - Personal fall protection devices with quick release features are provided and worn - Fall protection devices are attached while personnel are being lifted over land, and detached while they are lifted over water Make sure a boat with rescue personnel is available at all times 2. Make sure, when hoisting equipment is installed on floating vessels, that personnel are not lifted when the list or trim of the vessel is more than 5 3. When welding is going to be done from the personnel platform, make sure suitable electrode holders are provided to protect them from contact with any conducting parts of the platform.

ASME B30.23
3.2.1(j)(3)<for over water> When personnel lifts are conducted over water, personnel flotation devices shall be provided and required to be worn. Personnel fall protection devices with quick release features shall be provided, and required to be worn. The fall protection device shall be appropriately attached while personnel are lifted over land and detached while personnel are lifted over water.

Comments

3.2.1(j)(4)A boat with appropriate rescue personnel shall be available at all times during a personnel lift over water. 3.2.1(j) (2) Job site management shall instruct operators of hoisting equipment, installed on floating vessels, not to lift personnel when the list or trim of the vessel exceeds five degrees. If mobile hoisting equipment is placed on floating vessels, operators shall not lift personnel when the list or trim of the vessel exceeds one degree. 3.2.1(j)(1)

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