PREVNEXTSUBMITMenuResourcesGlossaryNotesClear and return to MenuSearch ResultsFilterSlide TextNotesSearch in:Check to includeSearch...TermsDefinitiondefinitionresourcessearchpauseplayreplaysubmitnextpreviousvolumeany fsg employee can operate a personnel lift. true false that's right! continue sorry... only trained and authorized personnel are allowed to operate aerial personnel lifts continue personal fall protection systems are required to be used at all times while in aerial personnel lifts. true false that's right! continue sorry... personal fall protection systems are required to be used at all times while in aerial personnel lifts. that means harnesses and lanyards. continue fall limiters are required by osha in all types of boom lifts as well as a positioning lanyard. true false that's right! continue sorry... continue fsg policy requires the use of fall limiters when operating a bucket truck. true false that's right! continue sorry... fsg has adopted the policy to use the fall limiters when operating a bucket truck even though not required by osha in this type of device. continue which of the following is not allowed, per fsg policy? pick all that apply. using the guard rails as an anchor for a fall protection system. using the guard rails as an anchor point to attach extension cords. using the lift with missing assembly bolts or pins. using without latching the safety chain. that's right! continue sorry... continue a personnel lift, that exposes you to a fall distance greater than 6', must have some form of fall protection or prevention but the guard rails on a scissor lift provide this protection and additional ppe is not required. true false that's right! continue sorry... continue you cannot take control of the lift away from the person in the lift unless that person allows you to, or it is an emergency situation. true false that's right! continue sorry... continue an aerial lift truck may be moved when the boom is elevated in a working position. true false that's right! continue sorry... an aerial lift truck must not be moved when the boom is elevated in a working position, especially not with personnel in the basket. continue review quiz congratulations, you passed. your score: %results_2.scorepercent%% (%results_2.scorepoints% points) passing score: %results_2.passpercent%% (%results_2.passpoints% points) result: 8.0 fall protection you can click the 'review quiz' button for a play-by-play recap of your results. sorry, you did not pass. your score: %results_2.scorepercent%% (%results_2.scorepoints% points) passing score: %results_2.passpercent%% (%results_2.passpoints% points) result: 8.0 fall protection you can click the 'review quiz' button for a play-by-play recap of your results. you can view the handbook outline for this lesson by clicking on "notes" on the upper left hand side of this screen (beside menu) - or you may download the outline by clicking on the resources tab on the upper right hand side of this screen. <html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>Welcome back. We’re going to spend a few minutes discussing how to safely use aerial personnel lifts. Aerial personnel lifts include powered work platforms and any vehicle-mounted device used to lift and position you. This includes telescoping and articulating lifts.</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>First of all, you need to know that only trained and authorized personnel are allowed to operate aerial personnel lifts. Our supervisors are responsible for designating trained operators. Before using any lift, all operators are expected to test the lift controls and inspect the unit to make sure it’s in safe working order. That means do a walk around and look for anything that may indicate a problem. For example; leaking fluids, loose parts, worn tires, and so on. You get the idea.</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>Personal fall protection systems are required to be used at all times while in aerial personnel lifts. That means harnesses and lanyards. Fall limiters are now required by OSHA in all types of boom lifts as well as a positioning lanyard. The short lanyard is required only when the boom lift is in motion and the basket is close to the ground. FSG has adopted the policy to use the fall limiters when operating a bucket truck even though not required by OSHA in this type of device. </textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>Guardrail systems are to remain in place at all times while you’re on or off the work platform. FSG policy prohibits you from doing the following. Using the lift if any part of the system missing or damaged, this includes assembly bolts or pins; Using without latching the safety chain; Using the guard rails as an anchor point to attach extension cords or ropes that could become entangled and cause the lift to tip over; Using the guard rails as an anchor for a fall protection system. Again, policies are in place to minimize risks. Please respect them. It’s important to understand the difference between a “personnel lift” (such as a boom lift), a bucket truck, and an “elevated work platform” (such as a scissor lift). The fall protection requirements by OSHA are different. For each of these. A personnel lift that exposes you to a fall distance greater than 6’ must have some form of fall protection or prevention. The guard rails on a scissor lift provide this protection, and additional PPE is not required.</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>Also while using a lift, both feet must be on the floor of the work platform. No standing on the rails, period. This also mean that Ladders are not to be used in a lift. Again, safety chains and gates are to be latched while you’re in the lift. Any equipment provided without chains or gates must not be used until repaired.</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>Before you move a ladder truck, bucket truck or a lift, from one location to another, the ladders, lifts and buckets must be secured in the lower traveling position. Never move this type of equipment while it’s extended. An aerial lift truck must not be moved when the boom is elevated and in a working position. Especially not with personnel in the basket. Before moving an aerial lift for the purpose of travel, you must inspect the boom to see that it’s properly cradled and all outriggers are in the stowed position. If you don’t understand what I just said, you’re probably not authorized to operate it.</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>Articulating boom and extendible boom platforms that are primarily designed as personnel carriers, must have both upper and lower platform controls. Upper controls shall be in or beside the platform within easy reach of the operator. Lower controls shall be provided to override the upper controls. Both 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. Did you get that? You cannot take control of the lift away from the person in the lift, unless he, or she, allows you to. Of course this does not apply to an emergency situation. In an emergency, if the operator is unable to get down of course - take control.</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>The insulated boom of a lift shall be regularly maintained and certified, to ensure its insulating properties.</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>Well, that’s it for aerial lifts. This wasn’t too hard, now was it? With all of our policies, make sure you respect them. Remember that policies are in place to reduce risks. So when you’re ready, move on to the next session. Bye now!</textformat></html><html><textformat leading='1' tabstops='[48, 96]' leftmargin='0' indent='0'>9.<tab></tab>Aerial Personnel Lifts 9.1.<tab></tab>Aerial personnel lifts include powered work platforms and any vehicle-mounted device (telescoping and/or articulating) used to position personnel. 9.2.<tab></tab>Only trained and authorized personnel are allowed to operate aerial personnel lifts. Supervisors are responsible for designating trained operators. 9.3.<tab></tab>Before use, all operators are to test lift controls and generally inspect the unit to ensure safe working order. 9.4.<tab></tab>Personal fall protection systems (harness and lanyard) are required to be used at all times while in aerial personnel lifts (knuckleboom, articulating boom). 9.5.<tab></tab>Guardrail systems are to remain in place at all times while personnel are on/in the work platform. 9.6.<tab></tab>All work from such units should occur with both feet on the floor of the work platform. 9.7.<tab></tab>Safety chains/gates are to be engaged/latched while lifts are occupied. Any equipment provided without chains/gates must not be used until repaired. 9.8.<tab></tab>Before ladder trucks and bucket trucks are moved from site to site the aerial ladders must be secured in the lower traveling position by the locking device above the truck cab, and the manually operated device at the base of the ladder, or by other equally effective means. 9.9.<tab></tab>An aerial lift truck must not be moved when the boom is elevated in a working position with personnel in the basket. 9.10.<tab></tab>Articulating boom and extendible boom platforms, primarily designed as personnel carriers, must 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. 9.11.<tab></tab>The insulated aerial devices shall not be altered in any manner that might reduce its insulating value. The insulated boom of a lift shall be regularly maintained and certified to ensure the insulating properties. 9.12.<tab></tab>Before moving an aerial lift for travel, the boom(s) shall be inspected to see that it is properly cradled and outriggers are in stowed position. 9.13.<tab></tab>Reference: 9.13.1.<tab></tab>OSHA 1910.67</textformat></html>