Powered Platforms Hazards of working on powered platforms

Powered Platforms

Hazards of working on powered platforms v Hinders immediate medical care v Requires v Keep appropriate use of PPE tools in good repair 1 a

Hazards of working on powered platforms v Use tools correctly v Use personal fall protection as required 1 b

Hazards of powered platform use v Understand platforms v Know operation of how to inspect platforms v Be prepared to handle emergency situations 2 a

Hazards of powered platform use v Respond appropriately when weather conditions change v Understand rating the platform’s load v Understand hazards of materials and equipment 2 b

Emergency action plans v Power failures v Equipment v Other failures emergencies 3 a

Emergency action plans v Emergency v Alarm escape routes systems 3 b

Operation and use v Don’t exceed platform load rating v Clear platforms of snow, ice, slippery materials v Protect platforms, ropes, lifelines from damage due to acids, corrosives 4 a

Operation and use v Protect platforms, ropes, life lines from excess heat v Don’t operate platforms in winds that are in excess of 25 m. p. h. v Test on-site wind velocities using anemometer 4 b

Operation and use v Keep platform free of: • Debris • Unused tools • Materials 4 c

Inspections v Inspect building support structures every 12 months v Inspect equipment as specified by manufacturer - not to exceed 12 months 5 a

Inspections v Inspect platform and components daily before use v Inspect and test governors and secondary brakes as specified by manufacturer - not to exceed 12 months 5 b

Inspections v Test secondary brake governor and actuation device v Inspect suspension wire ropes before each use 5 c

Fall arrest systems v Falls arrest systems include: • Full-body harness • Lanyards • Rope grabs • Lifeline anchorage points • Riggings 6 a

Fall arrest systems v Application limits of the system v Proper anchoring and tie-off techniques v Deceleration distance and elongation of lanyards 6 b

Fall arrest systems v Manufacturer’s v Inspection methods of use of the system • Mildew • Wear • Damage • Deterioration 6 c

Fall arrest systems v Remove defective parts from v Storage procedures service 6 d

Summary of main points v Safe procedures for working on platforms v Safe procedures for using powered platforms v Emergency procedures 7 a

Summary of main points v Inspection v Operation v Fall procedures arrest systems 7 b