Or. Admin. R. 437-002-0229
Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 6, June 1, 2024
Section 437-002-0229 - Additional Oregon Rules for Overhead and Gantry Cranes(1) Definitions: (a) "Authorized Person." An Authorized Person is one appointed or credentialled by a duly constituted administrative or regulatory authority;(b) "Competent Person." A Competent Person is one who by knowledge, training and experience has demonstrated the ability to solve problems and perform functions relating to the subject matter and work;(c) "Reach (of a cantilever gantry or bridge crane)." The maximum horizontal distance at which the hook may be operated outside the runway measured at right angles to the runway from the center of the hook or load to the center of the runway rail nearest the hook or load;(d) "Reach (of a crane or derrick fitted with a boom)." The maximum horizontal distance the hook can be extended from the center of rotation (or if rotation is not possible) from the foot of the boom.(2) Overhead and Gantry Cranes.(a) Only competent personnel shall be permitted to operate a crane covered by OAR 437, Division 2/N, 1910.179.(b) Cages of bridge cranes which are not provided with a walkway the full length of the craneway or other safe means of egress shall be provided with a knotted rope, rope ladder or equally effective means to enable the operator to reach the ground in an emergency.(c) A fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 10BC, or equivalent, shall be maintained in the cab.(d) Rated Load Test. Prior to initial use all new, extensively repaired and altered cranes shall be tested by or under the direction of a competent person, confirming the load rating of the crane.Or. Admin. R. 437-002-0229
WCB 11-1974, f. 3-20-74, ef. 4-15-74; OSHA 13-1993, f. 8-20-93, ef. 11-1-93Stat. Auth.: ORS 654.025(2) & ORS 656.726(3)
Stats. Implemented: ORS 654.001 - ORS 654.295