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Accountability
The material presented within this course is for
educational and training purposes only. All parties
involved in the development, distribution and
maintenance of this course shall be held harmless from
any incident resulting from misuse of the content
beyond the guidelines and purposes herein stated.
Before you begin you should understand that it is your
responsibility to adhere to the laws and regulations
presented within the following course and its
corresponding materials. Likewise, it is your further
responsibility to strictly follow any additional guidelines
specific to your own workplace. Good Luck & Stay
Safe!
Note to Instructors: the first few slides in this presentation can be drawn upon as desired
and used to initiate dialog as to the importance of safety training and operator responsibility.
If you choose to skip these slides, the official presentation begins on slide 12.
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Safe operations
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Completion of course
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Types of lifts
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Bucket trucks
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Scissor lifts
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Standards
Intro_3_a1: Standards
These are the main OSHA and ANSI standards concerning aerial lifts. Many states
have additional standards as do some industries such as Maritime, Mining and
Offshore oil platforms. Its your responsibility to know all federal, state and local
rules that apply to your machine and jobsite. If you are not sure, ask your
supervisor or safety coordinator.
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Load tests
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Lift Components
Visual inspection
Engine, refueling & chassis
Turret section and boom
Scissor and mast sections
Lift controls and platform
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Lift Components
Visual inspection
Engine, refueling & chassis
Turret section and boom
Scissor and mast sections
Lift controls and platform
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Visual inspection
Lift Components
Visual inspection
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Lift Components
Visual inspection
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Lift Components
Visual inspection
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Refueling
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Visual inspection
Anat_3_b2: Refueling
Never refuel the machine with the engine running and only in an open, wellventilated area away from sparks. Never start the engine if you smell or detect
propane, gasoline, diesel or any other explosive substance. Use a soapy solution
in a spray bottle to check for propane leaks. Never use a match or a lighter.
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Battery condition
Lift Components
Visual inspection
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Fasteners
Lift Components
Visual inspection
Engine, refueling & chassis
Anat_4_b2: Fasteners
The fasteners that bolt the turret to the chassis should be checked to see if they
are loose or if theyve been stretched.
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Lift Controls
Lift Components
Visual inspection
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Turret section and boom
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500 lbs
250 lbs
250 lbs
X 20 ft
500 lbs
X 10 ft
= 5,000 ft lbs
10 ft
20 ft
= 5,000 ft lbs
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Lifts leverage
Center of
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Tipping point
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Ground pressure
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Safety meetings
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Demonstration of ability
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Be trained
andline
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Power
contact
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Accident profile #1
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InspectConclusion
wire rope
Haz_2_g1: Conclusion
In conclusion: Never attempt to rescue someone who has been shocked and is
unconscious. Wait until the lines have been de-energized. Never be fooled into
thinking the lines have been de-energized without confirmation from the electric
company. Sometimes the breaker will reset itself. Never try to use a pole or board
to knock an unconscious person away from the lift. The pole or board could
conduct the electricity also.
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Working on slopes
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Rough terrain
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Introduction
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Maintenance
Related
Haz_4_a: Introduction
One in five of the most common hazards in aerial lift operation is falls from the
platform. In the majority of these cases, there was no fall protection being used
and the operator was climbing on the rail or outside of the platform during the
lift. In a few cases, the lift was struck by another vehicle causing the boom to flex
and throwing the operator from the platform. Consider the following accident:
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Maintenance
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Accident profile #4
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Maintenance
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Accident Profile #5
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Other hazards
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Related
Other hazards
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Accident Profile #6
Other hazards
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Other hazards
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Other hazards
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Medications
Other hazards
Haz_7_d9: Medications
If you are taking prescription or over-the-counter drugs you should obtain medical
advice on whether it is ok to use an aerial platform.
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Conclusion
Conc_1_a1:
Aerial lifts, like all equipment, can inflict serious injury or death when misused or
abused. Improper training, poor operation, failure to perform preventive
maintenance, and failure to inspect can have serious consequences.
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Conclusion
Conc_1_a2:
Safety is the responsibility of everyone involved in aerial lift operations, from
operators to maintenance personnel. You can help ensure safe operation by
knowing and following all safe work practices and safety regulations that are
applicable to your workplace.