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The two main risks associated with operating an aerial lift are: -
answer Electrocution caused by operating too close to power
lines or using unsafe work practices; and
Injuries caused by falling as a result of equipment failure or
performing an unstable maneuver
Three common causes of aerial lift accidents - answer Stability
problems
Operator error
Violating OSHA regulations
Name 3 of 5 examples of aerial lift operator error include - answer
Improperly positioning the aerial lift vehicle
Metallic portions of the boom coming into contact with electric
power lines
Failure to practice emergency procedures
Moving bucket over the roadway
Work zone protection or marking issues
Name 5 of 10 examples of violating OSHA/DOT arial lift
regulations include - answer Not using a five-point harness and
deceleration lanyard properly
Failure to use wheel chocks
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Work zone protection or marking issues
Not performing a daily checklist
Unmarked controls
Overloading the boom or bucket with too much weight
Moving the aerial lift vehicle with the boom raised
Standing on an inserted box for extra reach
Overreaching the bucket work zone
Failure to adequately train personnel
What is a boom - answer A movable, mechanical structure used
to support a platform, material handling components and/or other
attachments on a unit.
OSHA 1926.453 applies to what type of regulation: - answer
Aerial Lifts
OSHA 1910.67 applies to what type of regulation - answer
Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Work Platforms
ANSI A92.2 applies to what type of regulation - answer Contains
general responsibilities of the owners and users, inspection and
testing classifications (frequent and periodic), inspection item
lists, and maintenance and frequency of maintenance guidelines