Penticton Boom Lift License

Penticton Boom Lift License - Only fully qualified individuals should operate an aerial boom lift. Qualification could be attained through a combination of classroom sessions and practical training with the specific type of aerial lift that would be used on the job. A License is required for anybody who works on or operates an aerial boom lift.

Various types of vehicle-mounted aerial devices include extensible boom platforms, aerial ladders, vertical towers, articulating boom platforms, and whatever combination of these kinds.

There are a number of basic safety rules that apply to all boom lifts. Worker safety whilst in the basket is a main concern. Workers must have on a body harness and lanyard connected to the basket or boom. Never tie off to a structure, equipment or an adjacent pole. Staff should stand on the floor of the basket, and never sit or climb on the edge of the basket. The manufacturer's load limitations must be adhered to.

Lift operators must be authorized to operate an aerial lift. The manufacturer's instruction manual must be kept in the lift and the operator needs to be familiar with all aspects of that specific unit. Operators are responsible for making sure that safety procedures are followed in the operation of the lift. Testing lift controls each day should be carried out. Position outriggers and set brakes (if they are utilized) on pads or a stable surface. When working on a slope, make use of wheel chocks.

The aerial lift vehicle must never be moved while a worker is inside the basket of an elevated boom, unless they are making use of equipment which are particularly designed for this. Articulating boom and extensible boom platforms made use of as employees carriers should have plainly marked, accessible, upper controls. Except in emergency cases, lower controls should not be used to override upper controls unless authorization has been given by the individual within the lift.

Do not wear pole or tree climbers shall whilst working from an aerial lift.
Do not alter the insulated part of the aerial lift.
Do check the booms to make sure that it is correctly cradled and the outriggers are in the stowed position before moving.
Make sure that lifts being utilized near or in power lines are di-electrically tested and conform to local rules.

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