Aerial Lift Platform Policy
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1. Contents Aerial Work Platform Lift Safety Program Written Program General Requirements Aerial Work Platform Safety Policy Training Program Inspections Standard Procedures Platform Qualifications Markings and Decals ONOORAN Appendix A Operation Manual Acknowledgment Form Appendix B Aerial Work Platform Lift Pre Start Up Inspection Form Salisbury University Aerial Work Platform Safety Program 1 Written Program Salisbury University Evironmental Safety Director will review and evaluate this standard practice instruction on an annual basis or when changes occur to the governing regulatory standards that prompt revision of this document or when facility operational changes occur that require a revision of this document Effective implementation requires a written program for job safety and health that is endorsed and advocated by the highest level of management within this University and that outlines our goals and plans This written program will be communicated to all required personnel It is designed to establish clear goals and objectives 2 General Requirements All facilities and equipment owned by Salisbury University will be maintained in a safe and healthful manner Certain work conditions may contain a reasonable probability of injury that can be prevented by proper use of equipment and supervision Salisbury University will do all that is possible to ensure the safety of our employees No employee will knowingly be2. 2 7 Placard warnings and control markings 5 2 8 Additional items specified by the manufacturer Annual Inspections An annual inspection shall be performed on each aerial work platform lift each year The inspection shall be performed by a qualified mechanic who is authorized to perform maintenance duties on the lift The inspection shall include all items specified by the manufacturer for an annual inspection Workplace Inspections Before an aerial work platform lift is used and during its use the operator shall check the area in which the aerial platform lift is to be used for possible hazards such as but not limited to 5 4 1 Drop offs or holes 5 4 2 Slopes 5 4 3 Bumps and floor obstructions 5 4 4 Debris 5 4 5 Overhead obstructions and high voltage conductors 5 4 6 Hazardous locations and atmospheres 5 4 7 Inadequate surface and support to withstand all load forces imposed by the aerial platform lift 5 4 8 Wind and weather conditions 5 4 9 Presence of unauthorized people 5 4 10 Other possible unsafe conditions Standard Procedures To ensure safe practices the following general procedure is used when an authorized user uses an aerial work platform lift 6 1 Obtain any necessary authorization to use the lift 6 2 Check the last pre start inspection for any comments or notes 6 3 Perform a pre start inspection on the lift document the inspection and place it in the reserved storage location on the lift
3. 6 4 Perform a workplace inspection in the area that the lift will be used 6 5 Extend and adjust the outriggers stabilizers extendible axles or other stability enhancing means 6 6 Ensure that the guardrails are installed and are in place 6 7 Ensure that the load being placed on the lift is within the rated capacity of the lift 6 8 Test the controls of the lift 6 9 Ensure that all personnel on the lift have been trained and authorized to operate or work on the platform 7 Platform Qualifications 7 1 Specifications for platforms The following criteria shall be met to be an approved platform on a lift 7 1 1 Platform width shall be not less than 18 inches and shall have a slip resistant surface 7 1 2 The platform shall have a guardrail system around its periphery It is removable or can be lowered The means used to secure it in the normal operating position shall be readily accessible for inspection and maintenance 7 1 3 The guardrail system shall include a top rail that is between 39 and 45 inches high a mid rail that is approximately half way from the platform to the top rail and a toe board that is at least 4 inches high 7 2 When to use personal fall protection When operating articulating or boom type lifts that are equipped with lanyard tie off points the use of fall protection equipment is required If special circumstances exist that encourage the operator to use fall protection on vertical aerial platfo
4. Work Platform Lift Pre Start Inspection Form A pre start inspection shall be performed prior to each days or shifts use of the aerial work platform lift by an authorized and trained user of the lift Documentation of the inspection shall be maintained by each department with a copy of the most recent inspection document stored on the lift Check off the items that have been inspected or mark the N A box if the item does not apply to the lift being inspected Place any comments in the space provided below If there are any of these items that are not satisfactory place the lift out of service until the item is corrected Department lift belongs to Make of lift Model of lift Serial Inspector s Name Date of Inspection Item Inspected Okay Not Okay N A Operating controls Emergency controls Safety devices Personal protective devices Pneumatic system leaks Hydraulic system leaks Fuel system leaks Cables Wiring harness Loose missing parts locking pins bolts Tires and wheels Placards and Warnings Operational Manual Outriggers Stabilizers Guardrail system and locking gate Other items Comments Inspector s Signature
5. return it to his her supervisor for documentation 3 2 2 Maintenance Inspection and Repair 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 2 3 2 2 3 3 2 3 Training Maintenance The department responsible for each aerial work platform lift shall arrange for maintenance that is appropriate for their lift The department shall establish a preventive maintenance program based on the manufacturers recommendations the environment it is to be used in and the frequency at which it is to be used Inspection The department shall ensure that pre start inspections frequent inspections and annual inspections are being performed on the lift see Section 5 of this policy Repair When safety related items have been discovered the lift shall be placed out of service until the item s has been repaired All replacement parts or components that are replaced shall be identical to or equivalent to the original parts based on information provided by the manufacturer or supplier The department is responsible for arranging for the training of all authorized users of the lift through the Environmental Safety Department No personnel shall operate or ride on an aerial platform lift if they have not been trained see section 4 of this policy The department shall insure that aerial platform lift maintenance is performed only by personnel who are trained in aerial lift maintenance 3 2 4 Selling donating lifts Prior to the donation or sale of an aerial work platform lift
6. the beginning of each shift that the aerial work platform lift is used it shall be given a pre start inspection which is a visual inspection and functional test that includes the following criteria 5 1 1 Operating and emergency controls 5 1 1 Safety devices 5 1 2 Personal protective devices 5 1 3 Air hydraulic and fuel system leaks 5 1 4 Cables and wiring harness 5 1 5 Loose or missing parts 5 1 6 Tires and wheels 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 1 7 Placards warnings control markings and operating manual s 5 1 8 Outriggers stabilizers and other structures 5 1 9 Guardrail system 5 1 10 Other items specified by manufacturer Frequent Inspections Any time an aerial work platform lift has not been used for a period of 3 months or more or after the lift has been purchased a frequent inspection shall be performed by a qualified person and shall include the following 5 2 1 All functions and their controls for speed s smoothness and limits of motion 5 2 2 Lower controls including the provisions for overriding of upper controls 5 2 3 All chain and cable mechanisms for adjustment wear or damaged parts 5 2 4 All emergency and safety devices 5 2 5 Lubrication of all moving parts inspection of filter element s hydraulic oil engine oil and coolant as specified by the manufacturer 5 2 6 Visual inspection of structural components and other critical components such as fasteners pins shafts and locking devices 5
7. DATE February 15 2010 SUBJECT Aerial Work Platform Lift Safety Program REGULATORY STANDARDS OSHA 29 CFR 1910 67 OSHA 29 CFR 1910 68 and OSHA 1926 453 BASIS Aerial work platforms also referred to as lifts are present in multiple areas of the Salisbury University campus and are used and operated by a variety of University employees The University recognizes that there are a number of potential hazards associated with the use of these aerial work platforms This policy is based on the ANSI SIA A92 6 1999 Standard and is designed to ensure that these lifts are operated in aconsistent and safe manner through a system of safety checks and accountability GENERAL This policy applies to all University owned equipment designed to elevate personnel on a platform that is propelled by a powered lifting device with the controls located on the platform itself The policy also applies to the departments who own the equipment and the employees who use them Examples of aerial work platforms include one man lifts scissor lifts boom trucks cherry pickers etc RESPONSIBILITY The University Environmental Safety Director is solely responsible for all facets of this program and has full authority to make necessary decisions to ensure success of the program The Environmental Safety Director is the sole person authorized to amend these instructions and is authorized to halt any operation of the area where there is danger of serious personal injury
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9. kplace Inspections Prior to setting up the lift at each new location the user shall conduct a workplace Inspection to identify potential hazards See Inspections Section 5 of this policy 3 3 4 Training Only trained employees may operate or use aerial work platform lifts see Training Program in Section IV of this policy Likewise only trained and authorized employees may perform maintenance duties on the lifts Training Program All operators and users of aerial work platform lifts shall attend an aerial lift training session sponsored by the Environmental Safety Department The contents of the training will include the following 4 1 Purpose and use of manuals 4 1 1 Pre start inspection process 4 1 2 Identification of malfunctions and problems 4 1 3 Factors affecting stability 4 1 4 Purpose of placards and decals 4 1 5 Workplace inspections 4 1 6 Safety rules and regulations 4 1 7 Authorization to operate 4 1 8 Operator warnings and instructions 4 1 9 Operation of the aerial platform 4 1 10 Demonstrate competency Inspections The inspection process is a critical step in preventing aerial lift accidents that are caused from faulty or worn out equipment Aerial work platform lifts that are not in proper operating condition shall be removed from service until the problems have been corrected by an authorized and trained maintenance technician 5 1 Pre Start Inspections Before each day s use or at
10. rm lifts they must tie off to a proper tie off point that is not attached to or part of the aerial work platform lift itself 8 Markings and Decals In addition to any other markings or decals that are placed on the lift by the manufacturer the following information shall be displayed on all aerial work platform lifts in a clearly visible accessible area and in a durable manner 8 1 The make model serial number and manufacturer s name and address 8 2 The rated workload including rated number of occupants 8 3 The maximum platform height Appendix A Operating Manual Acknowledgement Form By signing this document am certifying that have been informed regarding the location of a copy of the operation manual for the aerial work platform lift shown below understand that must complete a training program before using any aerial work platform lift also understand that it is my responsibility to review and understand the safe operation of this aerial work platform lift based on the training have received and the manufacturer s recommendations within the operation manual If at any time have any questions regarding the information found in the user s manual will contact the designated University lift trainer my supervisor Environmental Safety or the manufacturer to obtain my answers Aerial Lift Make Aerial Lift Model Name print Department User Operator s name sign Date 10 Appendix B Aerial
11. subjected to a hazardous condition without all possible protective measures first being implemented 3 Aerial Work Platform Safety Policy 3 1 Environmental Safety 3 1 1 Policy The aerial work platform lift safety policy will be reviewed and revised when necessary 3 1 2 Training Environmental Safety will facilitate training of operators and users of aerial platform lifts upon request by departments and maintain training records 3 1 3 Technical Support Environmental Safety will provide technical support to departments and employees when questions or concerns arise with regards to aerial platform lift safety 3 2 Departmental Responsibilities 3 2 1 Responsibilities Upon Purchase Upon the purchase of an aerial platform lift the department shall 3 2 1 1 Ensure that the operating and maintenance manuals have been received 3 2 1 2 3 2 1 3 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 5 3 2 1 6 Acquire repair and parts manuals within 60 days of acquisition Provide the manufacturer of the lift with the name and address of the university department along with the model and serial number of the lift Perform an annual inspection on the lift prior to placing the unit in service Place a copy of the operating and maintenance manuals in a pouch or compartment on the lift Have all employee operators of the lift review the operating manual fill out and sign the form titled Operating Manual Acknowledgment Form see Appendix A of this policy and
12. the donating or selling department shall contact Environmental Safety to ensure that appropriate steps are taken 3 2 5 Records Retention Each department shall date and retain the following records for each aerial work platform lift they own 3 2 5 1 Serial number and date of purchase this shall be kept for as long as the department owns the lift 3 2 5 2 Written records of the frequent and annual inspections and repairs performed This shall include deficiencies found corrective actions taken and the identification of the person s who performed the inspection and repairs 3 2 5 3 Written records of repairs made on the lift 3 2 5 4 Training records for any employees trained in the maintenance of the aerial platform lift 3 3 Employee User Responsibilities Because the user has direct control over the application and operation of aerial platform lifts conformance with good safety practices in this area is the responsibility of the user and the operating personnel Decisions on the use and operation of the lift shall be made with the understanding that the platform will be carrying personnel whose safety is dependent on those decisions Users and operators of aerial work platform lifts have responsibilities involving the following 3 3 1 Manuals Users of aerial work platform lifts must review and acknowledge that they have reviewed the operating manuals for all lifts that they use Documentation of this shall be established b
13. y having the employee review and sign the form titled Operating Manual Acknowledgement Form see Appendix A The user is expected to know and understand the following about the lift he she operates prior to initial operation of the lift 3 3 1 1 The operation of the lift 3 3 1 2 All control features of the lift 3 3 1 3 All placard warnings 3 3 1 4 All safety devices on the lift 3 3 1 5 Where to locate the user manual 3 3 1 6 Who can operate or use the platform lift 3 3 1 7 If the user does not understand any of the above he she shall consult with his her supervisor prior to using the lift 3 3 2 Inspection and Maintenance Users shall inspect and maintain the aerial work platform lift las required by their department to ensure proper operation Note that some employees may be approved by their department to operate but not to perform maintenance on the lifts However all users shall perform pre start inspections see Section 5 of this policy on the lift prior to each day s use of the lift Documentation of the pre start inspections shall be done by completing an Aerial WorkPlatform Lift Pre Start Inspection Form see Appendix C for the form Aerial work platform lifts that are not in proper operating condition shall be immediately removed from service and reported to the appropriate departmental supervisor Only employees who are authorized by their department may perform maintenance duties on the lifts 3 3 3 Wor
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