08 OFG Safety Program Manual - Operation of Aerial Platforms
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1. v Written records of inspections repairs modifications alterations and statements of Manufacturers approval for any modifications and alterations shall be maintained for three 3 years after sale or other disposition of the aerial platform OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Reviewed and Approved by Assistant Vice Chancellor for Campus Services Date OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 12 of 12 July 2011 Revision 02. rope electric cords hoses etc from becoming entangled in the aerial platform p CAPACITY LIMITATION Aerial platform rated capacities shall not be exceeded when loads are transferred to the platform at any height q WORK AREA The Operator shall ensure that the area surrounding the aerial platform is clear of personnel and equipment before lowering the platform r FUELING The engine shall be shut down while fuel tanks are being filled Fueling shall be done in a well ventilated area free of flame sparks or other hazards that may cause fire or explosion s BATTERY CHARGING Batteries shall be charged in a well ventilated area free of flame sparks or other hazards that may cause fire or explosion t PLATFORM POSITIONING The aerial platform shall not be positioned against another object to steady the platform u MIS USE AS A CRANE The aerial platform shall not be used as a crane v OPERATING AREA The aerial platform shall not be operated from a position on trucks trailers railway cars floating vessels scaffolds or similar equipment unless the application is approved in writing by the manufacturer w TRAVEL CONDITIONS Under all travel conditions the Operator shall limit travel speed according to conditions of ground surface congestion visibility slope locations of personnel and other factors causing hazards of collision or injury to personnel OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 9 of 12 Jul
3. OPERATION OF AERIAL PLATFORMS 1 PURPOSE To outline the safe operating procedures of aerial platforms aerial ladders articulating boom platforms vertical towers ladder trucks or a combination of such devices used to elevate OFG employees to job sites above ground and to prevent serious accidents from occurring while operating these devices This procedure applies to the above devices owned by the University of Hawaii at Manoa or leased by the University of Hawaii at Manoa which are operated by the Office of Facilities and Grounds OFG In addition to the requirements found within this section additional requirements may be found in the OFG Fall Prevention and Fall Protection Program 2 DEFINITIONS Aerial Platform A manually propelled or vehicle mounted device that has an adjustable position platform supported from ground level by a structure or vehicle Authorized Personnel OFG employees authorized to operate an aerial platform and assigned to perform a specific type of duty or duties at a specific location or locations at a work site Base The relevant contact points of the aerial platform that form the stability fulcrum e g wheels casters outriggers stabilizers etc Chassis The integral part of the aerial platform that provides mobility and support for the elevating assembly Competent Person An OFG employee who due to training and experience is capable of identifying hazardous or dangerous cond
4. all be installed where applicable as described by the Manufacturer vi Any additional precautions specified by the Manufacturer shall be followed i REPLACEMENT PARTS When parts or components are replaced they shall be identical or equivalent to the original aerial platform parts or components j BEFORE OPERATION Before authorizing an Operator to operate an aerial platform the Supervisor or appropriately trained lead person shall i Ensure that everyone who will be working on the aerial platform has been properly trained on this procedure or the operating manual of the particular type of aerial platform to be used and that this training has been properly documented ii Determine that the purpose for which the aerial platform is to be used is within the scope of the intended applications defined by the Manufacturer Provide approved fall protection devices and other safety gear for all OFG employees who will be working on the platform iv Check the area in which the aerial platform is to be used for possible hazards such as but not limited to 1 Drop offs or holes 2 Bumps or floor obstructions 3 Debris 4 Overhead obstructions and high voltage conductors 5 Hazardous locations OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 5 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 8 9 Inadequate surface and support to withstand all load forces imposed by the aerial platform in all operating configurations Wind and weathe
5. and any platform extension are in accordance with the Manufacturer s rated capacity for that specific configuration v That there is adequate clearance from overhead obstructions vi That the minimum safe approach distances MSAD to energized power lines and parts are maintained Ref ANSI SIA A92 3 1990 vii That all safety precautions defined in this procedure and the Operating and Maintenance Manual for the particular model of aerial platform being used are followed during the operation of the aerial platform viii That all OFG employees maintain a firm footing with both feet on the platform floor while working thereon The use of planks ladders or any other device on the aerial platform for achieving additional height or reach is prohibited ix Special precautions shall be taken when other moving equipment or vehicles are present to comply with local ordinances or safety standards established for the workplace Warnings such as but not limited to flags roped off areas flashing lights and barricades shall be used m REPORTING PROBLEMS OR MALFUNCTIONS The Operator shall immediately report any problems or malfunctions that become evident during operation of the aerial platform to the Supervisor or Lead person Any problems or malfunctions that affect the safety or operation of the aerial platform shall be repaired prior to continued use of the aerial platform n PRE START FREQUENT AND ANNUAL INSPECTIONS shall be p
6. e 3 years by the Landscaping Office and the OFG Personnel Office g Re training shall take place every three 3 years or whenever a new model aerial platform is acquired or rented by OFG or when an OFG employee demonstrates less than proficient operation or maintenance of aerial platforms 6 RECORD RETENTION a The following records shall be maintained for a minimum of three 3 years by the OFG Landscaping Office i Records of the OFG employees trained as operators of each model of aerial platform ii Records of each OFG employee trained to perform maintenance and inspections on each model of aerial platform Written records of the frequent and annual inspections by OFG on each aerial platform owned or rented by OFG if rented for a period of time to require frequent or annual inspection e g 500 hours operation or six months These records shall include the date of the inspection model and serial number of the aerial platform name and affiliation of the person performing the inspection any deficiencies found and the corrective action recommended OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 11 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 iv Written records of all repairs accomplished on each aerial platform owned or rented by OFG including the date of the repair a description of the work accomplished the work order number model and serial number of the aerial platform and the identification of the person s performing the work
7. e equipment or 2 Have completed a written test and passed it with a minimum score of 70 Failure to achieve a passing grade will result in having to repeat the above three steps i iii until a passing grade is obtained or the trainer in consultation with the Supervisor agree that this individual is not suited for aerial platform operation v In addition OFG s maintenance mechanic shall be instructed in performing frequent inspections every six 6 months or 500 hours of operation whichever occurs first of all aerial platforms maintained by the UH Manoa OFG OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 10 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 c The Operator trainee shall operate the aerial platform in an area free of obstructions under the direction of the qualified person for a time sufficient to determine that the trainee displays proficiency in knowledge and actual operation of the aerial platform d Only properly trained and authorized OFG employees shall be permitted to operate any aerial platform Only properly trained OFG maintenance mechanic s shall be permitted to perform the frequent inspections and required maintenance of aerial platforms f Written records of aerial platform training for OFG Operators and maintenance mechanics shall include the OFG employee s name date of training trainers name and affiliation topics covered and the original written test or tests taken These records shall be maintained for thre
8. erformed by a trained maintenance OFG employee s or the Manufacturer s representative i Pre Start inspections shall be carried out as described in 4 k above ii Frequent inspections shall be made at a minimum every six 6 months or five hundred 500 hours of operating time on all OFG aerial platforms OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 7 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 iii An inspection meeting the criteria of a frequent inspection shall also be made prior to use if the aerial platform has been out of service for a period longer than three 3 months iv Frequent inspections shall be made by an OFG qualified trained mechanic that is familiar with the specific make and model of the aerial platform v The frequent inspection shall include all items specified by the manufacturer for a frequent inspection and shall include but not be limited to the following 1 All functions and their control for soeed s smoothness and limits of motion 2 Emergency lowering mechanism 3 All chain and cable mechanisms for adjustment and worn or damaged parts 4 All emergency and safety devices 5 Lubrication of all moving parts inspection of filter element s hydraulic oil engine oil and coolant as specified by the manufacturer 6 Visual inspection of structural components and other critical components such as fasteners pins shafts and locking devices 7 Placards warnings and control markings 8 Items s
9. itions in powered platform installations and is capable of training OFG employees to identify such conditions Configuration All positions in which an aerial platform or any part thereof can be placed within its intended operating limits Elevating Assembly The mechanisms used to position the platform relative to the aerial platform chassis Guardrail System A vertical barrier intended to prevent OFG employees from falling to lower levels OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 1 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 Hazardous Location Any location that contains or has the potential to contain an explosive or flammable atmosphere as defined in ANSI NFPA 505 Instability The quality or state of being unstable likely to tip over Insulated Platform A platform designed and tested to meet the specific electrical insulation ratings consistent with the Manufacturer s identification plate Interlock A control or mechanism that under specific conditions automatically allows or prevents the operation of another control or mechanism Lanyard A flexible line or rope wire rope or strap which is used to secure the body belt or body harness to a deceleration device lifeline or anchorage Modification Modified To make a change s temporary or permanent to an aerial platform that affects the operation stability safety factors rated load or safety of the aerial platform in any way Operator A qualified person who contro
10. ls the movement of the aerial platform Outriggers Devices that increase the stability of the aerial platform and that are capable of lifting and leveling the aerial platform Platform The portion of the aerial platform intended to be occupied by OFG employees with their necessary tools and materials Platform Height The vertical distance measured from the floor of the platform to the surface upon which the machine is supported Qualified Person An OFG employee who by reason of knowledge experience and training is authorized to use the equipment and is familiar with the operation to be performed and the hazards involved Rated Work Load The designed carrying capacity of the aerial platform as specified by the manufacturer Shall The word shall is to be understood as mandatory Stability The quality state of being stable firmly anchored not likely to tip over OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 2 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 Stabilizers Devices that increase the stability of the aerial platform but are not capable of lifting or leveling the aerial platform 3 RESPONSIBILITIES Assistant Vice Chancellor for Campus Services Responsible for the overall implementation of this procedure OFG Departmental Directors for BGM and FMO Ensure that the necessary training is acquired by all OFG employees performing maintenance or inspections on working on or operating aerial platforms lifts extensible bo
11. n shall be kept with the aerial platform as part of the operating and maintenance manual The altering or disabling of interlocks or other safety devices is prohibited f ALL MANUFACTURER S SAFETY BULLETINS shall be complied with as received from the Manufacturer or Dealer and copies of these bulletins shall be kept with the aerial platform as part of the operating and maintenance manuals g MAINTENANCE A preventive maintenance program shall be established for each aerial platform in use at the University by the maintenance Supervisor responsible in accordance with the Manufacturer s recommendations and based on the environment and the severity of use of the aerial platform h MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before adjustments and or repairs are started on an aerial platform the following precautions shall be taken as applicable i The platform shall be lowered to the full down position if possible or otherwise secured by blocking and cribbing to prevent dropping ii All controls shall be in the off position and all operating features secured from inadvertent motion by brakes blocks or other means OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 4 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 iii The power plant shall be stopped and Locked Out to prevent inadvertent starting iv Hydraulic oil pressure shall be relieved from all hydraulic circuits before loosening or removing hydraulic components v Safety props or latches sh
12. nsible boom platform aerial ladders articulating boom platforms vertical towers ladder trucks tower trucks or any combination of such devices OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 3 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 b An OFG employee who is to serve as an Operator or a Worker who is to perform work from any aerial lift shall be trained on this procedure and on the operating manual of the specific device which is to be operated or work performed from c OFG employees who are scheduled to perform routine maintenance inspections or to repair any aerial lift shall have received training on this procedure and on the operating manual of the specific device PRIOR to performing any work on that device Note Operating and maintenance manuals should be obtained from the manufacturer of the aerial platform d Acopy of this procedure the operating manual maintenance manual and the log of inspections shall be kept with each aerial platform These documents are considered an integral part of the aerial platform and are vital to communicate necessary safety information to users and operators e NO aerial platform shall be modified or altered without the modifications or alterations being approved and certified in writing by the Manufacturer or the Manufacturer s representative Records of all approved modifications and alterations including written authorization from the Manufacturer or their representative for the modification or alteratio
13. om platforms aerial ladders articulating boom platforms vertical towers ladder trucks tower trucks or any combination of such devices OFG Maintenance Manager and Landscape Manager Responsible to appoint an OFG Supervisor s or Lead Person s to serve as a Competent Qualified Person s to ensure training for this these position s and ensure that frequent and annual inspections are performed The name s of this these individuals shall be maintained by the Landscape Manager and the OFG Personnel Office Maintenance and Landscaping Supervisor s Ensure that all OFG employees assigned to this type of work are properly trained and authorized to perform the duties assigned OFG Landscaping Office and the OFG Personnel Office Responsible to ensure that all provisions of this procedure are kept updated according to the latest OSHA requirements that training is available for OFG employees and notifying management if written reports are not received Also responsible for scheduling necessary training on this procedure and maintaining training records OFG Employees Are not to operate any aerial platform without having been properly authorized for that piece of equipment and trained on the details of this procedure and the operating manual of the specific model aerial lift to be operated 4 PROCEDURES a ONLY AUTHORIZED those who have been properly trained and authorized OFG employees shall operate an aerial platform lift exte
14. pecified by the Manufacturer 9 Correction of all malfunctions and problems identified and further inspection if necessary shall be performed before the aerial platform is returned to service 10 Written documentation of all frequent inspections shall be kept with the aerial platform and a copy kept in the OFG Landscaping Office vi Annual inspections shall be made by a person qualified as a mechanic on the specific make and model of the aerial platform The inspection shall include all items specified by the Manufacturer for an annual inspection NOTE This annual inspection is usually a part of the service contract on the aerial platform and is performed by a Manufacturer s representative OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 8 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 vii Aerial platforms that are not in proper operating condition shall be removed from service until repaired A warning tag stating UNSAFE DO NOT USE shall be attached to the control panel of the aerial platform viii Written records of all inspections shall include the deficiencies found corrective action taken the date of the inspection and the date of the corrective action along with the name of the person s performing the inspection and the corrective action Written records shall be kept with the aerial platform as part of the operating and maintenance manual and a copy maintained in the OFG Landscaping Office o ENTANGLEMENT Care shall be taken to prevent
15. r conditions Other possible unsafe conditions Presence of unauthorized persons k PRE START INSPECTION Before use each day or at the beginning of each shift the Operator shall visually inspect the aerial platform and conduct a functional test a check list shall be utilized for this purpose including but not limited to the following i Operating and emergency controls ii Safety devices iii Personal protective devices including fall protection iv Air hydraulic and fuel system leaks v Cables and wiring harness vi Loose and missing parts vii Tires and wheels viii Placards warnings and control markings ix Outriggers stabilizers and other structures x Guardrail system xi Items specified by the manufacturer DURING OPERATION The aerial platform shall be operated in accordance with this procedure The Supervisor or Lead person shall direct the Operator to ensure the following before each elevation of the platform i That the aerial platform is operated on a surface within the limits specified by the Manufacturer ii That the outriggers stabilizers extendable axles or other stabilizing methods are used as required by the Manufacturer OFG Operation of Aerial Platforms Page 6 of 12 July 2011 Revision 0 iii That guardrail s are installed and access gates or openings are closed per Manufacturer s instructions iv That the load and its distribution on the platform
16. y 2011 Revision 0 UNAUTHORIZED USE Means shall be used to protect against use by unauthorized person s SHUTDOWN OF THE AERIAL PLATFORM The Operator shall cease operation of the aerial platform in case of any suspected malfunctions any hazard or potentially unsafe condition that may be encountered The aerial platform and or the work area shall then be inspected and any malfunction or problem shall be corrected before further operation of the platform 5 TRAINING a All OFG employees who are scheduled to perform the functions of Operators of aerial platforms or maintenance on aerial platforms shall have been trained on this procedure either on the same model of aerial platform or one having operating characteristics and controls consistent with the one to be used during actual work site operation Operator and maintenance training shall include but not be limited to the following before actually operating the aerial platform or performing maintenance on an aerial platform i Know the intended purpose and function of each of the controls ii Read or have been instructed on and understand the manufacturer s operating instructions maintenance manual and safety rules iii Read or have been instructed on all decals warnings and instructions displayed on the aerial platform iv At the discretion of the OFG Competent Person either 1 Can demonstrate competency through hands on training and demonstrated knowledge of th
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