MEWPs: Safe Operation of Boom Lifts Training Course
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This training discusses best practices in using boom lifts, including general operation guidelines, hazards, and precautions.
12 minutes |
SKU: AT139 |
Language(s): EN / ES / FR |
Produced 2024
SKU:
AT139
Language(s):
EN / ES / FR
Updated:
2024
Length
12 minutes
Training Objectives
Identify general operating procedures for boom lifts Identify specific hazards and precautions Describe the different types of boom lifts Understand inspection procedures before boom lift use Describe the boom lift certification process
Course Overview
Boom lifts are a type of aerial lift used in many industries. They consist of a hydraulic arm connected to a platform or bucket and attached to a four-wheel base. Their mobility and versatility in movement make them the perfect choice for completing jobs in hard-to-reach places. In this training, you will learn how to properly use boom lifts, including general operation guidelines, hazards, and precautions to ensure safe use.
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) have regulations related to safely using boom lifts. Before each shift, a pre-start inspection should be completed. This inspection includes making sure the lift and all its components, like horns, emergency systems, batteries, and controls, are in good, working order. In addition, the worksite itself should be inspected to ensure it's free of obstructions like overhead power lines, ground debris, and dips in the ground.
The most common hazards of boom lifts are electrocution, falls, tip-overs, and collisions. Electrocution is one of the most deadly hazards associated with lifts. Because of this, OSHA and ANSI both have regulations detailing how far from a power source lift should be. The higher the voltage of the electrical wires, the further from them the lift should be. ANSI also requires boom lift operators to wear a personal fall arrest system to prevent injury due to falls from the platform. Tip-overs or collapses occur when the lift isn't stabilized due to uneven ground, or an unbalanced load. Collisions can be avoided by making sure the area is clear before moving the boom lift or extending and collapsing the platform.
This course will help you identify and prevent potential hazards associated with boom lift use. You will learn how boom lifts operate and how OSHA regulations keep everyone safe during their use. Understanding how to use boom lifts appropriately is the best way to keep everyone safe!
This program is available with Spanish and French closed captions.
Compliance Standards & Regulations
This course references the standards and regulations listed below.
29 CFR 1926
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What are the most common hazards associated with boom lifts?
Falls, tip-overs, electrocution, collapses, and collisions are common hazards that can lead to serious injury or death.
What are some steps in the pre-start inspection?
Before each shift, the boom lift should be inspected for proper fluid levels, good condition wheels and tires, working controls and alarms, and functioning steering and brakes. The site should also be checked for debris and obstructions.
What are the requirements for operating a boom lift near power lines?
OSHA and ANSI provide guidance on the distance a boom lift should be from power lines depending on the electricity voltage. The minimum distance is 10 feet; the distance gets bigger as the voltage increases.
What are the fall protection requirements for boom lifts?
Personal fall arrest systems, like a body harness, should be used at all times. Workers should not belt off to an adjacent structure. The lanyard should be attached to the platform or basket to prevent workers from being ejected or pulled off the boom lift.
How should boom lifts be set up for proper stabilization?
Outriggers should be set on a level, solid surface, and the brakes engaged. Wheel chocks should be used on any sloped surface. Cones, signs, or barricades should be used to warn others in the area.
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