Do aerial lifts need to be secured while on a barge
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Published by SALUSYes, aerial lifts need to be secured while on a barge. Although the documents provided do not specifically mention aerial lifts on barges, they do provide guidance on securing equipment on barges. For example, mobile cranes on barges must be positively secured to prevent movement during operation [1]. This principle can be applied to aerial lifts as well, as securing equipment on a barge is crucial to ensure stability and safety. Additionally, when using aerial lifts, the brakes should be set, and outriggers should be positioned on pads or a solid surface to ensure stability [2]. Therefore, it is advisable to secure aerial lifts on a barge to prevent any unintended movement and ensure safe operation.
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[1] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (Construction, Division 3, OSHA Oregon)
Page 553
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L ## AERIAL LIFTS - (iii) Belting off to an adjacent pole, structure, or equipment while working from an aerial lift shall not be permitted. - (iv) Employees shall always stand firmly on the floor of the basket, and shall not sit or climb on the edge of the basket or use planks, ladders, or other devices for a work position. - (v) A body belt shall be worn and a lanyard attached to the boom or basket when working from an aerial lift. - Note to paragraph (b)(2)(v): As of January 1, 1998, subpart M of this part (§1926.502(d)) provides that body belts are not acceptable as part of a personal fall arrest system. The use of a body belt in a tethering system or in a restraint system is acceptable and is regulated under §1926.502(e). - (vi) Boom and basket load limits specified by the manufacturer shall not be exceeded. - (vii) The brakes shall be set and when outriggers are used, they shall be positioned on pads or a solid surface. Wheel chocks shall be installed before using an aerial lift on an incline, provided they can be safely installed. - (viii) An aerial lift truck shall not be moved when the boom is elevated in a working position with men in the basket, except for equipment which is specifically designed for this type of operation in accordance with the provisions of paragraphs (a)(1) and (2) of this section. - (ix) Articulating boom and extensible boom platforms, primarily designed as personnel carriers, shall have both platform (upper) and lower controls. Upper controls shall be in or beside the platform within easy reach of the operator. Lower controls shall provide for overriding the upper controls. Controls shall be plainly marked as to their function. Lower level controls shall not be operated unless permission has been obtained from the employee in the lift, except in case of emergency. - (x) Climbers shall not be worn while performing work from an aerial lift. - (xi) The insulated portion of an aerial lift shall not be altered in any manner that …
[2] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (General Occupational Safety and Health, Division 2, OSHA Oregon)
Page 1298
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Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Oregon Administrative Rules AO 3-2019 - (C) The load chart contains the wind velocity operating limits. - (3) Mobile Cranes Mounted on Barges. - (a) When a mobile crane is mounted on a barge, the rated load of the crane shall not exceed the original capacity specified by the manufacturer; - (b) A load rating chart, with clearly legible letters and figures, shall be provided with each crane, and securely fixed at a location easily visible to the operator; - (c) When load ratings are reduced to stay within the limits for list of the barge with a crane mounted on it, a new load rating chart shall be provided; - (d) Mobile cranes on barges shall be positively secured. - (4) Permanently Mounted Floating Cranes and Derricks. - (a) When cranes and derricks are permanently installed on a barge, the capacity and limitations of use shall be based on competent design criteria; - (b) A load rating chart with clearly legible letters and figures shall be provided and securely fixed at a location easily visible to the operator; - (c) Floating cranes and floating derricks in use shall meet the applicable requirements for design, construction, installation, testing, maintenance, and operation as prescribed by the manufacturer. Stat. Auth.: ORS 654.025(2) and 656.726(4). Stats. Implemented: ORS 654.001 through 654.295. Hist: WCB Admin. Order, 11-1974, f. 3/20/74; ef. 4/15/74. WCD Admin. Order, Safety 3-1981, f. 4/20/81, ef. 6/1/81. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 13-1993, f. 8/20/93, ef. 11/1/93. ## 1910.183 Helicopters - (a) Reserved. - (b) Briefing. Prior to each day's operation a briefing shall be conducted. This briefing shall set forth the plan of operation for the pilot and ground personnel. - (c) Slings and tag lines. Loads shall be properly slung. Tag lines shall be of a length that will not permit their being drawn up into the rotors. Pressed sleeve, swedged eyes, or equivalent means shall be used for all freely suspended loads to p…
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