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MANUAL OF RESPONSIBILITIES

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Dealers, Owners, Users, Operators,

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Lessors and Lessees

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ANSI/SIA A92.3-2006
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Manually Propelled Elevating Aerial Platforms
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WARNING
FAILURE TO COMPLY with your REQUIRED
RESPONSIBILITIES in the use and operation of the Aerial
Platform could result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
RESPONSIBILITIES MANUAL Reprint from ANSI / SIA A92.3-2006

IMPORTANT
You are required by ANSI/SIA A92.3-2006 to read and understand YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES before you use or
operate this Aerial Platform.

This Manual and the manufacturer’s operation and safety manuals are considered integral parts of the Aerial
Platform and are VITAL TO COMMUNICATE NECESSARY SAFETY INFORMATION to users and operators.
They MUST BE KEPT ON THE AERIAL PLATFORM in the storage compartment.

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The operation of any aerial platform is subject to certain HAZARDS that can be protected against only by the
exercise of INTELLIGENCE, CARE, AND COMMON SENSE. it is essential to have COMPETENT, CAREFUL

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PERSONNEL, TRAINED in the INTENDED USE, SAFE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE of
this type of equipment.

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The USER and OPERATOR MUST MAKE DECISIONS on the maintenance, use and operation of the Aerial

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Platform with due consideration for the fact that the SAFETY OF THE OPERATOR AND OTHER PERSONNEL

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is dependent on those decisions. FAILURE TO COMPLY with your REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES in the use
and operation of the Aerial Platform could result in DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

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Refer to the manufacturer’s operation and safety manual for the INTENDED USE of the aerial platform and for
further INFORMATION ON SAFE USE AND OPERATION.

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The ANSI/SIA A92.3-2006 standard for Manually Propelled Elevating Aerial Platforms became effective August
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28, 2006. This Manual incorporates sections from that standard as follows:
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Definitions Section 3 Page 2

Responsibilities of Dealers Section 5 Page 3
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Responsibilities of Owners Section 6 Page 5

Responsibilities of Users Section 7 Page 7
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Responsibilities of Operators Section 8 Page 11

Responsibilities of Lessors Section 9 Page 14
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Responsibilities of Lessees Section 10 Page 14

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Typical Examples of Equipment Covered Figure 1 Page 15

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Scaffold Industry Association, Inc.

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Copyright © 2006 by Scaffold Industry Association, Inc.

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No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form,
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Printed in the United States of America

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3. Definitions moments that tend to overturn the aerial platform
exceeds the sum of the moments tending to resist
overturning.
Aerial platform. A manually propelled device that Insulated platform. A platform designed and
has an adjustable position platform, supported from tested to meet the specific electrical insulation ratings
ground level by a structure. consistent with the manufacturer’s identification plate.
Anchorage(s). A secure point of attachment to be Interlock. A control or mechanism that, under
used with personal fall protection equipment. specified conditions, automatically allows or prevents
Authorized personnel (authorized person). the operation of another control or mechanism.
Personnel approved or assigned to perform a specific Lessee. A person(s) or entity to whom an aerial

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type of duty or duties at a specific location or platform is provided by lease, rental, loan, or other
locations at a work site. arrangement. A lessee may also be a dealer, owner,

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Base. The relevant contact points of the aerial plat- user or operator.
form that form the stability fulcrum (e.g., wheels, Lessor. A person(s) or entity who leases, rents,

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casters, outriggers, stabilizers). loans, or otherwise provides an aerial platform to
Broker. An independent business entity or person another party for the beneficial use of that party (the

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that arranges a lease or transfer of ownership of an user). A lessor may also be a dealer, owner, lessee,

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aerial platform, but does not own the aerial platform. user, or operator.
If the entity or person is an employee of the buyer, Maintenance. The act of upkeep such as
seller, lessor or lessee of the aerial platform, he shall inspection, lubrication, refueling, cleaning,

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not be considered a broker. adjustment, and scheduled part(s) replacement.
Chassis. The integral part of the aerial platform that Manual of Responsibilities. A document

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provides mobility and support for the elevating containing the definitions (Section 3) and the
assembly. requirements mandated in this Standard for the
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Configuration. All positions in which an aerial following entities: Dealers (Section 5); Owners
platform or any part thereof can be placed within its (Section 6); Users (Section 7); Operators (Section 8);
intended operating limits. Lessors (Section 9); Lessees (Section 10); and Brokers
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Critical component(s). Load supporting elements, (Section 11).

which support or stabilize the platform or aerial Manufacturer. A person or entity who makes,
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platform. builds, or produces an aerial platform.

Dealer. A person or entity who buys from a Modification, modified. To make a change(s) to an
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manufacturer or distributor and who generally sells aerial platform that affects the operation, stability,
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rents and services aerial platforms. safety factors, rated load, or safety of the aerial plat-
Delivery. Transfer of care, control, and custody of form in any way.
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the aerial platform from one person or entity to Most adverse stability condition(s). The permitted
another person or entity. configurations of the aerial platform most likely to
Directional controls. Controls that initiate cause instability while maintaining stability. Factors to
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functions that affects movement of the platform or the be considered shall include:
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aerial platform. (1) Up to and including maximum platform height

Ductile materials. Materials having a minimum (2) All positions and configurations of the
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elongation of 10% in 2 inches (50.8mm). platform(s)

Elevating assembly. The mechanisms used to (3) All wheel and axle positions
position the platform relative to the aerial platform (4) Forward and backward configurations of the
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chassis. elevating assembly

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Familiarization. Providing information regarding (5) All other moveable features which affect the
the control functions and safety devices for the aerial stability of the aerial platform
platform(s) to a qualified person or operator. Non-ductile materials. Materials having an
Guardrail system. A vertical barrier primarily elongation of less than 10% in 2 inches (50.8mm).
intended to protect against personnel falling to lower Operation. Performance of functions of an aerial
levels. platform within the scope of its specifications and in
Hazardous location. Any location that contains, or accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, the
has the potential to contain, an explosive or flammable user’s work rules, and applicable governmental
atmosphere as defined in ANSI/NFPA 505. regulations.
Instability. A condition in which the sum of the Operator. A qualified person who controls the

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movement of an aerial platform. Stabilizers. Devices that increase the stability of
Outriggers. Devices that increase the stability of the aerial platform but are not capable of lifting or
the aerial platform and that are capable of lifting and leveling the aerial platform.
leveling the aerial platform. Tilt-back feature. A device used to lower the
Owner. A person or entity who has possession of height of an aerial platform for transport under fixed
an aerial platform by virtue of proof of purchase. objects.
Platform. The portion of an aerial platform Training. Instruction to enable the trainee to
intended to be occupied by personnel with their become a qualified person regarding the task to be
necessary tools and materials. performed, including knowledge regarding potential
Platform height. The vertical distance measured hazards.

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from the floor of the platform to the surface upon Unintended movement. Motion of the aerial
which the machine is being supported. platform or platform without activation of any control.

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Powered functions. Those which control motion of User. A person(s) or entity who has care, control
the platform or the aerial platform and are caused by and custody of the aerial platform. This person or

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electromechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic forces. entity may also be the employer of the operator, a
Qualified person. One who, by possession of a dealer, owner, lessor, lessee, or operator.

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standing, or by extensive knowledge, training, and
experience, has successfully demonstrated his/her NOTE: Operating and maintenance
ability to solve or resolve problems related to the

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manuals covered in Section 4 of ANSI/SIA
subject matter, the work, or the project.
Rated horizontal force. The maximum permissible A92.3, and referred to in this document,
should be obtained from the manufacturer
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horizontal force which can be applied at the upper
periphery of the aerial platform as specified by the of the aerial platform.
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manufacturer.
Rated work load. The designed carrying capacity
of the aerial platform as specified by the
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manufacturer. 5. Responsibilities of Dealers

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Rebuild/recondition. The act of disassembly,

repair or adjustment of an aerial platform or
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component, utilizing replacement parts and 5.1 Basic Principles. Sound principles of safety,
components, in accomplishing work beyond the scope training, inspection, maintenance, applications, and
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of maintenance (as described and used in the standard) operation consistent with all data available regarding
the parameters of intended use and expected environ-
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in order to restore, to the extent possible, the aerial

platform or component to the original manufactured ment shall be applied in the training of operators, in
specifications. maintenance, application, and operation of the aerial
platform with due consideration of the knowledge that
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Remanufacture. The modification of an aerial

platform, either by its original manufacturer or another the unit will be carrying personnel.
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qualified entity, so that the aerial platform will comply 5.2 Manuals
5.2.1 Machine Manual(s). Dealers shall keep and
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with the ANSI standard in effect on the date the

modification is completed. maintain a copy(ies) of the:
(1) Operating manual
Repair. The act of restoring to good condition that
(2) Maintenance manual
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which has been broken, damaged or worn due to use,

(3) Parts manual
abuse or other reasons.
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(4) Repair manual

Shall. The word “shall” is to be understood as
The operating manual and maintenance manual
mandatory.
shall be provided upon each rental lease or sale
Should. The word “should” indicates that the rule is
delivery and shall be stored in the weather-resistant
a recommendation, the advisability of which depends
storage location on the aerial platform. Manual(s) are
on the facts in each situation.
considered an integral part of the aerial platform and
Stability/Stable. A condition in which the sum of
are vital to communicate necessary safety information
the moments that tend to overturn the aerial platform
to owners, users and operators. In addition, repair and
is less than the sum of the moments tending to resist
parts manuals should be provided with each sale
overturning.
delivery.

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 5.2.2 Manual of Responsibilities. The current (1) Identify the weather-resistant compartment for
Manual of Responsibilities for Dealers, Owners, manual(s) storage
Users, Operators, Lessors, Lessees, and Brokers of (2) Confirm that the manual(s), as specified by the
manually propelled elevating work platforms shall be manufacturer, are on the aerial platform
provided and stored in the weather-resistant storage (3) Review control functions
compartment. (4) Review safety devices specific to the model
5.3 Predelivery Preparation. Aerial platforms shall aerial platform being delivered
be inspected, serviced, and adjusted to manufacturer’s (5) Review loading and unloading procedures and
requirements prior to each delivery by sale, lease, or the use of tilt-back feature(s) when applicable
rental. 5.9 Dealer as a User. Whenever a dealer directs

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5.4 Maintenance, Inspection and Repair. personnel to operate an aerial platform (loading,
5.4.1 Maintenance. When a dealer accomplishes unloading, inspecting, sales demonstrations, or any

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preventive maintenance on the aerial platform, it shall form of use), the dealer shall assume the
be in accordance with the manufacturer’s responsibilities of users as specified in Section 7 of

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recommendations and on the environment and severity this standard. All personnel authorized to operate the
of use. aerial platform shall have been:

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5.4.2 Inspection. When the dealer accomplishes (1) Trained

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frequent and annual inspections, they shall be in (2) Familiarized with the aerial platform to be
accordance with the manufacturer’s manuals and operated
instructions. (3) Made aware of the responsibilities of operators

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5.4.3 Repairs. Repairs accomplished to correct as outlined in Section 8 of this standard
malfunctions and problems shall be in accordance 5.10 Assistance to Owners and Users. If a dealer is

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with the manufacturer’s manuals and instructions. unable to answer an owner’s or user’s question
5.5 Maintenance Safety Precautions. Before relating to rated capacity, intended use, maintenance,
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adjustments and repairs are started on an aerial repair, inspection, or operation of the aerial platform,
platform, the following precautions shall be taken as the dealer shall obtain the proper information from the
applicable: manufacturer and provide that information to the
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(1) All controls in the “off” position and all owner or user.
operating features secured from inadvertent motion by 5.11 Record Retention and Dissemination.
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brakes, blocks, or other means 5.11.1 Record Retention. The dealer shall retain
(2) Powerplant stopped and starting means rendered the following records for at least 4 years:
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inoperative (1) Name and address of the purchaser of each

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(3) Elevating assembly and platform lowered to the aerial platform by serial number and the date of
full down position, if possible, or otherwise secured delivery
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by blocking or cribbing to prevent dropping (2) Records of the pre-delivery preparation

(4) Hydraulic oil pressure relieved from all performed prior to each delivery
hydraulic circuits before loosening or removing (3) Name of the person(s) trained
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hydraulic components (4) Name of the person(s) providing the training

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(5) Safety props or latches installed where (5) Name of the person(s) receiving familiarization
applicable as described by the manufacturer with the aerial platform upon each delivery unless the
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(6) Precautions specified by the manufacturer individual has been provided with familiarization on
5.6 Replacement Parts. When parts or components the same model, or one having characteristics
are replaced, they shall be identical or equivalent to consistent with the one being delivered, within the
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original aerial platform parts or components. prior 90 days

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5.7 Training. The dealer shall offer appropriate (6)Name of the person(s) providing the
training to facilitate owners, users and operators to familiarization with the aerial platform upon each
comply with requirements set forth in this standard delivery
regarding the inspection, maintenance, use, (7) Records of frequent and annual machine
application and operation of the aerial platform. inspections accomplished
5.8 Familiarization upon Delivery. Upon delivery by (8) Records of repairs accomplished to correct
sale, lease, rental or any form of use, the dealer shall malfunctions and problems
have the responsibility with the person designated by 5.11.2 Proof of Training. The dealer should
the receiving entity for accepting the aerial platform provide trainees who successfully complete training a
to: means to evidence that they are trained if such proof is

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requested by the trainee. The document evidencing
training shall include the following information: 6.2 Responsibilities Upon Purchase. Upon purchase
(1) Name of trainee of the aerial platform, the buyer:
(2) Name of entity providing training or retraining (1) Shall ensure the operating and maintenance
(3) Name of trainer(s) manuals have been received
(4) Clear identification that training covered (2) Should acquire repair and parts manuals within
Manually Propelled Elevating Work Platforms sixty days (60) of acquisition
(5) Date of the training (3) Shall within sixty days (60) of acquisition of the
5.11.3 Record Dissemination. Upon request, the aerial platform provide the manufacturer with the full
dealer should provide the following information: name and address of the buyer along with the model

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(1) To the owner of the aerial platform, a copy of and serial number of the aerial platform acquired
frequent or annual inspections performed (4) Shall, if the aerial platform is used, ensure that

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(2) To the owner of the aerial platform, a copy of frequent and annual inspections are current
repairs accomplished (5) Shall become familiar with and conform to the

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(3) To a user, proof of training for an operator, responsibilities of owners as set forth in the current
including name of the trainer and the date of training Manual of Responsibilities for Manually Propelled

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familiarization upon delivery of the aerial platform 6.3 Manuals.
5.12 Modifications. Modification, alteration or 6.3.1 Machine Manual(s). Owners shall provide a
remanufacture of the aerial platform shall be copy(ies) of the operating and maintenance manual(s)

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made only with prior written permission of the with each rental, lease, or sales delivery by ensuring
manufacturer. they are properly stored in the weather-resistant

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5.13 Manufacturer’s Safety Bulletins. The dealer compartment that is a part of the aerial platform. The
shall comply with safety-related bulletins as received manual(s) is considered an integral part of the aerial
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from the manufacturer. platform and is vital to communicate necessary safety
5.14 Responsibilities upon Sale. When the aerial information to owners, users and operators. In
platform is sold, the dealer: addition, repair and parts manual(s) should be
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(1) Shall, upon delivery, ensure the operating and provided upon each sale delivery.
maintenance manuals are conveyed to the owner 6.3.2 Manual of Responsibilities. The current
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(2) Shall, upon delivery, provide a copy of the Manual of Responsibilities for Dealers, Owners,
current Manual of Responsibilities Users, Operators, Lessors, Lessees, and Brokers of
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(3) Should, within 60 days of sale, provide repair manually propelled elevating work platforms shall be
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and parts manuals provided and stored in the weather-resistant storage

(4) Shall, within 60 days of sale, notify the compartment.
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manufacturer or its successor (if existing) of the sale, 6.4 Maintenance, Inspection and Repair.
providing the full name and address of the purchaser 6.4.1 Maintenance. The owner of an aerial
(5) Should, if the aerial platform is used, platform shall arrange that the maintenance specified
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accomplish an annual machine inspection prior to in this standard is properly performed on a timely
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delivery and provide a copy to the purchaser within 60 basis. The owner shall establish a preventive
days of the sale maintenance program in accordance with the
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(6) Shall, upon delivery, familiarize the person manufacturer’s recommendations and on the
designated by the receiving entity with the aerial environment and severity of use of the aerial platform.
platform being acquired 6.4.2 Inspection. The owner shall arrange for
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frequent and annual inspections to be performed in

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accordance with the recommendations of the

manufacturer. All malfunctions and problems
identified in the inspection shall be corrected before
6.1 Basic Principles. Sound principles of safety, the aerial platform is returned to service.
training, inspection, maintenance, application, and 6.4.3 Repairs. When the aerial platform is damaged
operation consistent with all data available regarding or in need of repair, all malfunctions and problems
the parameters of intended use and expected environ- identified shall be corrected before the aerial platform
ment shall be applied in the performance of the is returned to service.
responsibilities of owners with due consideration of 6.5 Predelivery Preparation. Aerial platforms shall
the knowledge that the unit will be carrying personnel. be inspected, serviced, and adjusted in accordance

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with the manufacturer’s requirements prior to each (2) Powerplant stopped and starting means rendered
delivery by sale, lease, or rental. inoperative
6.6 Frequent Inspection. The owner of an aerial (3) Elevating and platform lowered to the full down
platform shall ensure that a frequent inspection is position, if possible, or otherwise secured by blocking
performed in accordance with the manufacturer’s or cribbing to prevent dropping
instructions, on an aerial platform: (4) Hydraulic oil pressure relieved from all
(1) That was purchased used. This inspection shall hydraulic circuits before loosening or removing
be accomplished unless it is determined that the hydraulic components
frequent and annual inspections are current (5) Safety props or latches installed where
(2) That has been in service for 3 months or 150 applicable as described by the manufacturer

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hours, whichever comes first (6) Precautions specified by the manufacturer
(3) That has been out of service for a period longer 6.9 Replacement Parts. When parts or components

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than 3 months are replaced, they shall be identical or equivalent to
The inspection shall be made by a person qualified original aerial platform parts or components.

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as a mechanic on the specific type of aerial platform 6.10 Maintenance Training. The owners shall train
or one having similar design characteristics. The their maintenance personnel in inspection and main-

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inspection shall be in accordance with items specified tenance of the aerial platform in accordance with 6.2

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by the manufacturer for a frequent inspection and shall through 6.11 of this standard, and with the
include, but not be limited to, the following: manufacturer’s recommendations.
(1)All functions and their controls for speed(s), 6.11 Training.

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smoothness, and limits of motion 6.11.1 Operator Training Whenever an owner
(2) Emergency lowering means directs or authorizes an employee to operate an aerial
platform (loading, unloading, inspecting or any form

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(3) All chain and cable mechanisms for adjustment
and worn or damaged parts of use) the owner shall assume the responsibilities of
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(4) All emergency and safety devices the user as specified in Section 7 of this standard and
(5) Lubrication of all moving parts, inspection of ensure that the individual has been:
filter element(s), hydraulic oil, engine oil, and coolant, (1) Trained
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as specified by the manufacturer (2) Familiarized with the aerial platform to be

(6) Visual inspection of structural components and operated.
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other critical components, such as fasteners, pins, (3) Made aware of the responsibilities of operators
shafts, and locking devices as outlined in Section 8 of this standard
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(7) Placards, warnings, and control markings 6.11.2 Assistance to Users. Upon request of the
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(8) Items specified by the manufacturer user, when an owner sells, leases, rents or provides an
(9) Correction of all malfunctions and problems aerial platform for any form of beneficial use, the
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identified and further inspection, if necessary owner at that time shall offer to do training or advise
6.7 Annual Inspection. The owner of an aerial the user where training may reasonably be secured.
platform shall ensure that an annual inspection is 6.12 Familiarization upon Delivery. Upon delivery
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performed on the aerial platform no later than 13 by sale, lease, rental or any form of use, the owner
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months from the date of the prior annual inspection. shall have the responsibility with the person
The inspection shall be made by a person qualified as designated by the receiving entity for accepting the
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a mechanic on the specific type of aerial platform or aerial platform to:

one having similar design characteristics. The (1) Identify the weather-resistant compartment for
inspection shall be in accordance with items specified manual(s) storage
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by the manufacturer for an annual inspection. The (2) Confirm that the manuals, as specified by the
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owner shall not place the aerial platform into service manufacturer, are on the aerial platform
until all malfunctions and problems have been (3) Review control functions
corrected. (4) Review safety devices specific to the model
6.8 Maintenance Safety Precautions. Before aerial platform being delivered
adjustments and repairs are started on an aerial (5) Review loading and unloading procedures and
platform, the following precautions shall be taken as the use of tilt-back feature(s) when applicable
applicable: 6.13 Operation. When an owner operates an aerial
(1) All controls in the “off’ position and all platform, the owner shall have the responsibilities of
operating features secured from inadvertent motion by users as specified in Section 7 of this standard, and the
brakes, blocks, or other means operating personnel shall have responsibilities of

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operators as specified in Section 8 of this standard. and certified in writing by the manufacturer.
6.14 Assistance to Users and Operators. If an 6.17 Manufacturer’s Safety Bulletins. The owner
owner is unable to answer a user’s or operator’s shall comply with safety-related bulletins as received
questions relating to rated capacity, intended use, from the manufacturer or dealer.
maintenance, repair, inspection, or operation of the 6.18 Responsibilities upon Sale. Upon sale of the
aerial platform, the owner shall obtain the proper aerial platform, the seller:
information from the dealer or manufacturer and (1) Shall, upon delivery, ensure the operating and
provide that information to the user or operator. maintenance manuals are conveyed to the owner
6.15 Record Retention and Dissemination. (2) Shall, upon delivery, provide a copy of the
6.15.1 Record Retention. The owner shall date and current Manual of Responsibilities for Manually

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retain the following records for at least four (4) years: Propelled Elevating Aerial Platforms to the new
(1) Name and address of the purchaser of each owner

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aerial platform by serial number and date of delivery (3) Should provide repair and parts manuals to the
(2) Written records of the frequent and annual new owner

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inspections and repairs performed. The record shall (4) Shall, upon the request of the new owner, offer
include deficiencies found, corrective action training or advise where training may reasonably be

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performing the inspection and repairs
(3) Written records of repairs accomplished on the 7. Responsibilities of Users
aerial platform. The records shall include corrective

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action accomplished and identification of the
person(s) performing the repairs 7.1 Basic Principles. The information in this standard
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(4) Pre-delivery preparation performed prior to each
delivery safety control, and the application of sound principles
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(5) Name of the person(s) trained of safety, training, inspection, maintenance, applica-
(6) Name of the person(s) providing training tion, and operation consistent with all data available
(7) Name of the person(s) receiving familiarization regarding the parameters of intended use and expected
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with the aerial platform upon each delivery unless the environment. Since the user has direct control over the
individual has been provided with familiarization on application and operation of aerial platforms,
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the same model, or one having characteristics conformance with good safety practices in this area is
consistent with the one being delivered, within the the responsibility of the user and the operating
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prior 90 days personnel, including the operator. Decisions on the

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(8) Name of the person(s) providing familiarization use and operation of the aerial platform must always
6.15.2 Proof of Training. Owners providing be made with due consideration for the fact that the
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training should provide successful trainees a means to aerial platform will be carrying personnel whose
evidence their training if such proof is requested by safety is dependent on those decisions.
the trainee. The document evidencing training shall
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include the following information: 7.2 Manuals.

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(1) Name of trainee 7.2.1 Machine manuals. Users shall keep and
(2) Name of entity providing training or retraining maintain copy(ies) of the operating and maintenance
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(3) Name of trainer(s) manual(s) in the weather-resistant storage

(4) Clear identification that training covered compartment provided by the manufacturer. The
Manually Propelled Elevating Work Platforms manual(s) is considered an integral part of the aerial
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(5) Date of the training platform and is vital to communicate necessary safety
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6.15.3 Record Dissemination. Upon request, an information to users and operators.

owner accomplishing training and/ or familiarization 7.2.2 Manual of Responsibilities. The current
should provide the following: Manual of Responsibilities for Dealers, Owners,
(1) To a user, proof of training for an operator, Users, Operators, Lessors, Lessees, and Brokers of
including name of the trainer and the date of training manually propelled elevating work platforms shall be
(2) To a user, the name of the person(s) receiving provided and stored in the weather-resistant storage
familiarization upon delivery of the aerial platform compartment.
6.16 Modifications. The owner shall not modify or 7.3 Inspection and Maintenance. Users shall inspect
concur in modifications or alteration to the aerial and maintain the aerial platform as required to ensure
platform without the modifications being approved proper operation. The frequency of inspection and

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maintenance shall be based upon the manufacturer’s recommendations.
recommendations and be compatible with operating 7.6 Operator Training and Retraining. Whenever
conditions and the severity of the operating a user directs or authorizes an individual to operate an
environment. Aerial platforms that are not in proper aerial platform, the user shall ensure that the person
operating condition shall be immediately removed has been:
from service until repaired. Repairs shall be made by a (1) Trained before being assigned to operate the
qualified person and the repairs shall be in aerial platform
conformance with the manufacturer’s (2) Familiarized with the aerial platform to be
recommendations. operated
7.3.1 Frequent Inspection. Users of an aerial (3) Made aware of the responsibilities of operators

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platform shall ensure that frequent inspections are as outlined in Section 8 of this standard
conducted as outlined in 6.6 of this standard. (4) Retrained, if necessary, based on the user’s

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7.3.2 Annual Inspection. Users of an aerial observation and evaluation of the operator
platform shall ensure that annual inspections are 7.6.1 Trainee Records. A record of the trainee’s

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conducted as outlined in 6.7 of this standard. aerial platform instruction shall be maintained by the
7.3.3 Prestart Inspection. Before use each day or user for at least four (4) years.

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at the beginning of each shift, the aerial platform shall 7.7 Familiarization Before Use . The user shall

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be given a visual inspection and functional test permit only properly trained personnel to operate an
including but not limited to the following: aerial platform. The user shall ensure that before use
(1) Operating and emergency controls the operator is familiar with the model of the aerial

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(2) Safety devices platform to be operated, and specifically:
(3) Air, hydraulic and fuel system leaks (1) Knows where the weather-resistant

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(4) Cables and wiring harness compartment for manual storage is located
(5) Loose or missing parts (2) Knows the operating and maintenance manuals
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(6) Tires and wheels supplied by the manufacturer are stored in the
(7) Placards, warnings, and control markings weather- resistant compartment and is familiar with
(8) Outriggers, stabilizers, and other structures the operating and safety manuals
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(9) Guardrail system (3) Understands all control functions, placards and
(10) Items specified by the manufacturer warnings
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adjustments and repairs are started on an aerial specific to the model aerial platform being used
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(1) All controls in the “off’ position and all 7.8 Work Place Inspection. Before the aerial
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operating features secured from inadvertent motion by platform is used and during use, the user shall check
brakes, blocks, or other means the area in which the aerial platform is to be used for
(2) Powerplant stopped and starting means possible hazards such as, but not limited to:
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(4) Hydraulic oil pressure relieved from all (5) Overhead obstructions and electrical hazards
hydraulic circuits before loosening or removing (6) Hazardous locations (reference ANSI/NFPA
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(5) Safety props or latches installed where (7) Inadequate surface and support to withstand all
applicable as described by the manufacturer load forces imposed by the aerial platform in all oper-
(6) Precautions specified by the manufacturer ating configurations
7.4 Replacement Parts. When parts or components (8) Wind and weather conditions
are replaced, they shall be identical or equivalent to (9) Presence of unauthorized persons
original aerial platform parts or components. (10) Other possible unsafe conditions
7.5 Maintenance Training. The user shall ensure 7.9 Determination of Hazardous Locations. It shall
only qualified personnel inspect and maintain the be the responsibility of the user to determine the
aerial platform in accordance with 7.3, 7.4, and 7.6 of hazard classification of the intended location of
this standard and with the manufacturer’s operation. Aerial platforms operated in hazardous

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the type required, by ANSI/NFPA 505-1996. (9) Personnel footing. The user shall direct the
7.10 Operator Warnings and Instruction. The user operator to maintain firm footing on the platform
shall direct personnel operating the aerial platform to while working thereon. Climbing by occupants on the
be in compliance with the provisions set forth in this midrail or toprail of the aerial platform is prohibited.
standard. The user shall monitor their performance The use of planks, ladders, or any other devices on the
and supervise their work to ensure the use, application platform for achieving additional height or reach is
and operation of the aerial platform is in conformance prohibited.
with the provisions set forth in section 8 of this (10) Precaution for moving equipment. When
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aerial platform provides fall protection. If occupant(s) supervisor any problem(s) or malfunction(s) that
of the platform are required to wear personal fall become evident during operation. The user shall
protection equipment, occupants shall comply with ensure all problems and malfunctions that affect the

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instructions provided by the aerial platform safety of operations are repaired prior to continued
manufacturer regarding anchorage(s). use.

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(3) Deployment of stability enhancing means. location(s) that become evident during operation.
Outriggers, stabilizers, extendible axles, axle locks, or (13) Hazardous location operation. Operation of
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other stability enhancing means shall be deployed and aerial platforms not approved and marked for
locked into place as required by the manufacturer. operation in a hazardous location shall be prohibited.
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(4) Guardrail system. Guardrails shall be installed (14) Entanglement. Care shall be taken to prevent
and positioned, and access gates or openings shall be rope, electric cords, and hoses, etc., from becoming
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(5) Distribution of load. The load and its (15) Capacity limitation. Rated capacity shall not
distribution on the platform and any platform be exceeded when loads are transferred to the platform
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extension(s) shall be in accordance with the at any level.

manufacturer’s rated capacity for that specific (16) Work area. The user shall direct the operator
configuration. to ensure that the area surrounding the aerial platform
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(6) Maintaining overhead clearance. The operator is clear of personnel and equipment before lowering
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shall be instructed to ensure that adequate clearance is the platform.

maintained from overhead obstructions and energized (17) Fueling. The engine (if applicable) shall be
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electrical conductors and parts. shut down while fuel tanks are being filled. Fueling
(7) Electrocution hazard. All applicable safety shall be done in a well- ventilated area free of flames,
related work practices intended to prevent electric sparks, or other hazards that may cause fire or
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shock covered by the Code of Federal Regulations explosion.

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(CFR) 1910.333 shall be defined and explained to the (18) Battery charging. Batteries shall only be
operator by a qualified person. In particular, such charged in well-ventilated area free of flames, sparks,
person shall direct the operator, commensurate with or other hazards that may cause fire or explosion.
the operator's qualifications to maintain the (19) Improper platform stabilization. The aerial
appropriate minimum approach distance (MAD) from platform shall not be positioned against another object
energized power lines and parts covered by CFR to steady the platform or improve stability.
1910.333 (c). (20) Misuse as a crane. The aerial platform shall
(8) Personal protective equipment. The user shall not be used as a crane.
direct the operator to ensure all personnel on the (21) Unusual operating support conditions. The
platform wear personal protective equipment as aerial platform shall not be operated from a position

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on trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, operate within the area of travel of a bridge crane or
scaffolds, or similar equipment unless the application similar equipment, steps shall be taken to prevent a
is approved in writing by the manufacturer or a collision with the aerial platform.
qualified person. (33) Adequate support requirements. The user
(22) Propelling. The user shall ensure that the shall ensure the support surface is adequate for the
operator follows the transport instructions of the aerial platform and the load carried.
manufacturer and limit speed according to conditions, (34) Leveling the aerial platform. Outriggers and
including the condition of the support surface, leveling devices supplied by the manufacturer shall be
congestion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and utilized to level the aerial platform when provided.
other factors leading to hazards which may cause (35) Protection against unauthorized use. The user

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collision(s) or result in the potential injury(ies) to shall direct the operator not to use, rent, lease, or
personnel. provide the aerial platform for any form of beneficial

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(25) Snagged platform. If the platform or elevating 7.11 User as Operator If a user is also the operator
assembly becomes caught, snagged, or otherwise of an aerial platform, the user shall have the
prevented from normal motion by adjacent structures responsibilities of operators specified in Section 8 of

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or other obstacles such that control reversal does not this standard as well as responsibilities of users as
free the platform, all personnel shall be removed from specified in Section 7 of this standard.

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the platform before attempts are made to free the 7.12 Assistance to Operator. If a user is unable to
platform using lower controls. answer any operator’s questions relating to rated
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(26) Exiting or entering an elevated aerial platform. capacity, intended use, maintenance, condition, or
If permitted by the manufacturer, personnel shall only safety of operation of the aerial platform, the user
exit or enter a raised aerial platform by following the shall obtain the proper information from the dealer,
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guidelines and instructions provided by the owner, or manufacturer and provide that information
manufacturer. to the operator before use of the aerial platform in the
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(27) Modifications. Modifications or alterations of application of concern.

an aerial platform or the fabrication and attaching of 7.13 Shutdown of Aerial Platform. The user shall
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frameworks, or the mounting of attachments for authorize and direct the operating personnel to cease
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holding tools or materials onto the platform or the operation of the aerial platform in case of any
guardrail system shall only be accomplished with suspected malfunctions of the aerial platform, or any
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prior written permission of the manufacturer. hazard or potentially unsafe condition that may be
(28) Assistance to the operator. If an operator encountered, and to request further information as to
encounters any suspected malfunction of the aerial safe operation from the owner, dealer, or manufacturer
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platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe condition before further operation of the aerial platform.
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relating to capacity, intended use or safe operation of 7.14 Record Retention and Dissemination.
the aerial platform, the operator shall cease operation 7.14.1 Record Retention. The user shall retain the
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of the aerial platform and request further information following records for at least 4 years:
from the user. (1) Names of the operator(s) trained and retrained
(29) Problems or malfunctions. Any problem(s) or (2) Names of the operator(s) provided
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be repaired prior to the use of the aerial platform. (3) The owner (or the entity designated by the
(30) Carrying materials (larger than the platform). owner) is responsible to ensure frequent and annual
The user shall ensure that only properly secured tools inspections are conducted and written records are
and materials which are evenly distributed and can be maintained. The records shall include the date of
safely handled by a person(s) working from the inspection, any deficiencies found, the corrective
platform, are moved. action recommended and identification of the
(31) Rated horizontal force. The user shall direct person(s) performing the inspection
the operator not to exceed the manufacturer’s rated (4) When employees of the user accomplished
horizontal force. repairs on the aerial platform, the user shall maintain
(32) Bridge cranes. When an aerial platform is to written records. The records shall include the date of

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repair, a description of the work accomplished, and shall be familiar with the requirements for operators as
the identification of the person(s) performing the set forth in Section 8 of the Manual of Responsibilities
repair for Dealers, Owners, Users, Operators, Lessors,
7.14.2 Record Dissemination. Lessees, and Brokers of manually propelled elevating
(1) When the user directs personnel to accomplish work platforms. The current Manual of
frequent or annual inspections, not later than 60 days Responsibilities shall be kept with the aerial platform
after the inspections, the appropriate records shall be at all times and stored in the weather-resistant
provided to the owner of the aerial platform compartment when not in use.
(2) When the user directs personnel to accomplish 8.3 Prestart Inspection. Before use each day or at
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after the repairs are accomplished, the appropriate given a visual inspection and functional test including
records shall be provided to the owner but not limited to the following:

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should provide successful trainees a means to (2) Safety devices

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(2) Name of entity providing training or retraining (7) Placards, warnings, and control markings
(3) Name of trainer(s) (8) Outriggers, stabilizers, and other structures

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(5) Date of the training 8.4 Problems or Malfunctions. Any problems or
7.15 Modifications. Modification, alteration or malfunctions that affect the safety of operations shall
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remanufacture of the aerial platform shall be be repaired prior to the use of the aerial platform.
made only with prior written permission of the 8.5 Training, Retraining, and Familiarization.
manufacturer. 8.5.1 General Training. Only personnel who have
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7.16 Manufacturer’s Safety Bulletins. The user received general instructions regarding the inspection,
shall comply with safety-related bulletins as received application and operation of aerial platforms,
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from the manufacturer, dealer, or owner. including recognition and avoidance of hazards
associated with their operation, shall operate an aerial
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8. Responsibilities of Operators platform. Such items covered shall include, but not
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requirements:
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8.1 Basic Principles. The information in this standard (1) The purpose and use of manuals
shall be supplemented by good judgment, safety (2) The manual(s) is considered an integral part of
control, and caution in evaluating each situation. Since the aerial platform and must be stored properly in the
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the operator is in direct control of the aerial platform, weather-resistant compartment when not in use
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conformance with good safety practices in this area is (3) A pre-start inspection
the responsibility of the operator. The operator shall (4) Responsibilities associated with problems or
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make decisions on the use and operation of the aerial malfunctions affecting the operation of the aerial
platform with due consideration for the fact that his or platform
her own safety as well as the safety of other personnel (5) Factors affecting stability
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on the platform is dependent on those decisions. (6) The purpose of placards and decals
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8.2 Manuals. (7) Workplace inspection

8.2.1 Machine Manuals. The operator shall ensure (8) Safety rules and regulations
operating and maintenance manual(s) are stored in the (9) Authorization to operate
weather-resistant storage compartment on the aerial (10) Operator warnings and instructions
platform. The manual(s) is considered an integral part (11) Actual operation of the aerial platform. Under
of the aerial platform and is vital to communication of the direction of a qualified person, the trainee shall
necessary safety information to operator. The operator operate the aerial platform for a sufficient period of
shall be familiar with the manuals and reference them time to demonstrate proficiency in actual operation of
as required. the aerial platform
8.2.2 Manual of Responsibilities. The operator 8.5.2 Retraining. The operator shall be retrained,

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observation and evaluation of the operator. work and environment envisioned
8.5.3 Familiarization. When the operator is 8.9 Understanding of Hazardous Locations. It shall
directed to operate an aerial platform he/she is not be the responsibility of the operator to understand the
familiar with, the operator shall receive instructions hazard classification of the intended location of
regarding the following: operation according to ANSI/NFPA 505-1996.
(1) The location of the weather-resistant 8.10 Operator Warnings and Instructions. The
compartment (for manual storage) operator shall ensure the operation of the aerial
(2) The purpose and function of all controls platform is in compliance with the following:
(3) Safety devices and operating characteristics (1) Fall protection. The guardrail system of the

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specific to the aerial platform aerial platform provides fall protection. If occupant(s)
(4) Loading, unloading and the use of tilt-back of the platform are required to wear personal fall

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feature(s) when applicable protection equipment, occupant(s) shall comply with
8.6 Before Operation. instructions provided by the aerial platform

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Before operation, the operator shall: manufacturer regarding anchorage(s).
(1) Read and understand the manufacturer’s (2) Slope. The aerial platform shall not be operated

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have them explained the aerial platform is rated by the manufacturer.
(2) Understand all labels, warnings, and instructions (3) Deployment of stability enhancing means.
displayed on the aerial platform or have them Outriggers, stabilizers, extendible axles, axle locks, or

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explained other stability enhancing means shall be deployed and
(3) Ensure all occupants of the aerial platform wear locked into place as required by the manufacturer.

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appropriate personal protective equipment for the (4) Guardrail system. Guardrails shall be installed
conditions, including the environment in which the and positioned, and access gates or openings shall be
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aerial platform will be operated closed per the manufacturer’s instructions.
8.7 Workplace Inspection. Before the aerial (5) Distribution of load. The load and its
platform is used and during use, the operator shall distribution on the platform and any platform
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check the area in which the aerial platform is to be extension(s) shall be in accordance with the
used for possible hazards such as, but not limited to: manufacturer’s rated capacity for that specific
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(1) Drop-offs or holes configuration.

(2) Slopes (6) Maintaining overhead clearance. The operator
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(3) Bumps and floor obstructions shall ensure that adequate clearance is maintained
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(4) Debris from overhead obstructions and energized electrical

(5) Overhead obstructions and electrical hazards conductors and parts.
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(6) Hazardous locations (reference NFPA 505- (7) Electrocution hazard. The operator shall
1996) perform only that work for which he or she is
(7) Inadequate surface and support to withstand all qualified, in compliance with all applicable safety
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load forces imposed by the aerial platform in all related work practices intended to prevent electric
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operating configurations shock covered by the Code of Federal Regulations

(8) Wind and weather conditions (CFR) 1910.333. The operator’s level of competence
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(9) Presence of unauthorized persons shall be established only by persons qualified to do so.
(10) Other possible unsafe conditions Operators shall maintain the appropriate minimum
8.8 Prior to Each Elevation. Before each elevation of approach distance (MAD) from energized power lines
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the platform, the operator shall ensure: and parts covered by CFR 1910.333 (c).
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(1) Outriggers, stabilizers, extendable axles, or (8) Personal protective equipment. The operator
other stability enhancing means are used as required shall ensure all personnel on the platform wear
by the manufacturer personal protective equipment as required.
(2) Guardrails are installed and access gates or (9) Personnel footing. Personnel shall maintain firm
openings are closed per manufacturer’s instructions footing on the platform while working thereon.
(3) The load and its distribution on the platform and Climbing by occupants on the midrail or toprail of the
any platform extensions are in accordance with the aerial platform is prohibited. The use of planks,
manufacturer’s rated capacity for that specific ladders, or any other devices on the platform for
configuration achieving additional height or reach is prohibited.
(4) All personnel on the aerial platform have (10) Precaution for moving equipment. When

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other moving equipment or vehicles are present, potential injury(ies) to personnel.
special precautions shall be taken to comply with local (23) Securing the aerial platform. The operator
ordinances or safety standards established for the shall implement means provided to protect against use
workplace. Warnings such as, but not limited to, flags, by an unauthorized person(s).
roped off areas, flashing lights, and barricades shall be (24) Altering safety devices. Interlocks or other
used as appropriate. safety devices shall not be altered or disabled.
(11) Reporting problems or malfunctions. The (25) Snagged platform. If the platform or elevating
operator shall immediately report to a supervisor any assembly becomes caught, snagged, or otherwise
problem(s) or malfunction(s) that become evident prevented from normal motion by adjacent structures
during operation. The operator shall ensure all or other obstacles such that control reversal does not

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problems and malfunctions that affect the safety of free the platform, all personnel shall be removed from
operations are repaired prior to continued use. the platform before attempts are made to free the

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(12) Reporting potentially hazardous locations. platform using lower controls.
The operator shall immediately report to a supervisor (26) Exiting or entering an elevated aerial platform.

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any potentially hazardous location(s) that become If permitted by the manufacturer, personnel shall only
evident during operation. exit or enter a raised aerial platform by following the

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aerial platforms not approved and marked for manufacturer.
operation in a hazardous location shall be prohibited. (27) Modifications. Modifications or alterations of
(14) Entanglement. Care shall be taken to prevent an aerial platform or the fabrication and attaching of

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rope, electric cords, and hoses, etc., from becoming frameworks, or the mounting of attachments for
entangled in the aerial platform. holding tools or materials onto the platform or the

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(15) Capacity limitation. Rated capacity shall not guardrail system shall only be accomplished with
be exceeded when loads are transferred to the platform prior written permission of the manufacturer.
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at any level. (28) Assistance to the operator. If an operator
(16) Work area. The operator shall ensure the area encounters any suspected malfunction of the aerial
surrounding the aerial platform is clear of personnel platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe condition
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and equipment before lowering the platform. relating to capacity, intended use or safe operation of
(17) Fueling. The engine (if applicable) shall be the aerial platform, the operator shall cease operation
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shut down while fuel tanks are being filled. Fueling of the aerial platform and request further information
shall be done in a well- ventilated area free of flames, from the user.
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sparks, or other hazards that may cause fire or (29) Problems or malfunctions. Any problem(s) or
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explosion. malfunction(s) that affect the safety of operations shall

(18) Battery charging. Batteries shall only be be repaired prior to the use of the aerial platform.
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charged in a well-ventilated area free of flames, (30) Carrying materials (larger than the platform).
sparks, or other hazards that may cause fire or The operator shall ensure that only properly secured
explosion. tools and materials which are evenly distributed and
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(19) Improper platform stabilization. The aerial can be safely handled by a person(s) working from the
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platform shall not be positioned against another object platform, are moved.
to steady the platform or improve stability. (31) Rated horizontal force. The operator shall not
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(20) Misuse as a crane. The aerial platform shall permit personnel on the platform to exceed the
not be used as a crane. manufacturer’s rated horizontal force.
(21) Unusual operating support conditions. The (32) Bridge cranes. When an aerial platform is to
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aerial platform shall not be operated from a position operate within the area of travel of a bridge crane or
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on trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, similar equipment, steps shall be taken to prevent a
scaffolds, or similar equipment unless the application collision with the aerial platform.
is approved in writing by the manufacturer or a (33) Adequate support requirements. The operator
qualified person. shall ensure the support surface is adequate for the
(22) Propelling. The operator shall follow the aerial platform and the load carried.
transport instructions of the manufacturer and limit (34) Leveling the aerial platform. Outriggers and
speed according to conditions, including the condition leveling devices supplied by the manufacturer shall be
of the support surface, congestion, visibility, slope, utilized to level the aerial platform when provided.
location of personnel, and other factors leading to (35) Protection against unauthorized use. The
hazards which may cause collision(s) or result in the operator shall not use, rent, lease, or provide the aerial

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platform for any form of beneficial use to another the knowledge that the aerial platform will be
entity without the authorization of the user. carrying personnel.
(36) Loading and tilt-back feature(s). The operator 10.2 Lessee as a Dealer. When a lessee uses the
shall follow the instructions of the manufacturer aerial platform as a dealer, the lessee shall have the
regarding loading, unloading and the use of tilt-back responsibilities of dealers as specified in Section 5 of
feature(s) when applicable. this standard.
8.11 Record of Training. When provided or when 10.3 Lessee as an Owner. When a lessee uses the
obtained upon the operator’s request, proof of training aerial platform as an owner, the lessee shall have the
provided by the training entity should be retained by responsibilities of owners as specified in Section 6 of
the operator. Records shall contain the following this standard.

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information: 10.4 Lessee as a User. When a lessee uses the aerial
(1) Name of Trainee platform as a user, the lessee shall have the

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operation consistent with all data available regarding
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the knowledge that the unit will be carrying personnel.

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aerial platform as an owner, the lessor shall have the
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responsibilities of owners as specified in Section 6 of

this standard.
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this standard.
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aerial platform as an operator, the lessor shall have the
responsibilities of operators as specified in Section 8
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10.1 Basic Principles. Sound principles of safety,

training, inspection, maintenance, application, and
operation consistent with all data available regarding
the parameters of intended use, and the expected
environment, shall be applied in the performance of
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