Wash. Admin. Code § 296-155-55100

Current through Register Vol. 24-23, December 1, 2024

Section 296-155-55100 - Inspections on cranes and personnel platforms

(1) A qualified person must inspect personnel platforms before use and at each new job site to make sure the requirements of WAC 296-155-548 through 296-155-55305 are met.

(2) A qualified person must inspect all items in Table 9 at least once each day, before use.

(3) You must correct any hazardous conditions before using the platform.

(4) As applicable, perform a frequent inspection on the crane/derrick in accordance with WAC 296-155-53405.

(5) You must make and keep dated inspection records for the crane and the personnel platform on file for the duration of the personnel lift operation.

Table 9

Inspection Checklist for Personnel Lifting Platforms

Items to check	How Often
Markings (all information legible) * Platform * Suspension system	Once each day, before use.
Structure * Load supporting welds/bolts * Load supporting members * Barrier from toe board to intermediate rail " Hand rail * Fall protection device anchorage points * Gate locking mechanisms * Platform flooring * Suspension attachment points
Attachment mechanisms * Pins/ears/bolt-ups/eyes * Wire rope/chain/rigid leg * Master links
Special purpose items (overhead protection, flotation, platform controls)

(6) You must not use the platform until safety deficiencies identified during the inspection have been evaluated, corrected, and approved by a qualified person.

Wash. Admin. Code § 296-155-55100

Amended by WSR 16-09-085, Filed 4/19/2016, effective 5/20/2016

Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.440, 49.17.060, and 29 C.F.R. 1926, Subpart CC. 12-01-086, § 296-155-55100, filed 12/20/11, effective 2/1/12.