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8: Aerial Lifting Equipment
Aerial boom platforms, cherry pickers, and other types of aerial
lifts are often used to provide a safe, mobile alternative to scaffolding
and ladders. Safe use of aerial lifting equipment requires familiarity
with and following several general rules and procedures, including
the following:
 General Requirements (top)
1. Only trained persons should operate lifts.
2. Lift controls should be tested daily before first use.
Fall Protection (top)
1. Occupants should stand firmly on the floor of the basket at
all times.
2. A body belt (or harness) and lanyard attached to boom or basket
should be worn at all times.
3. Occupants should not belt off to adjacent structures.
Use and Operation (top)
1. If so equipped, brakes and outriggers should be set before the
boom is raised.
2. Lift should not be moved while extended, unless designed to do
so.
3. Manufacturer’s load limits should not be exceeded.
4. When appropriate, warning signs (e.g., “Work Overhead”,
etc.) or barricades should be used to alert pedestrians.
Overhead Electrical Hazards (top)
1. Only insulated aerial devices should be used for work on overhead
power lines.
2. In all other cases, at least 10 feet should be maintained between
the boom and energized electrical lines.
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