Wash. Admin. Code § 296-155-56415
Table 40 Qualifications for Operators of Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
Type of lifter | Knowledge of: | ||
Any special operations or precautions; | |||
All lifters | Manufacturer's suggested operating procedures; | ||
Storage requirements of the lifter to protect it from damage. | |||
Structural and mechanical | Application of the lifter to the load and adjustments, if any, that adapt the lifter to various sizes or kinds of loads; | ||
Condition of the load, such as but not limited to: | |||
Vacuum | * | Balance; | |
* | Surface cleanliness; | ||
Close proximity | * | Flatness; | |
Lifting magnets | * | Bending; | |
* | Load thickness. | ||
Remotely operated lifting magnets | Not exceeding the rated load of the lifting device nor the capacity of the hoisting equipment by the combined weight of the load, lifting device, and rigging; | ||
The proper attachment of adapters to lifting for special load handling. | |||
Vacuum | Charging of battery (if applicable); | ||
Close proximity lifting magnets | The use and understanding of: | ||
* | Meters; | ||
* | Alarms. | ||
Remotely operated lifting magnets | |||
It is recommended that the operator demonstrates the ability to operate the lifter safely and as outlined above prior to using the lifter. | |||
Wash. Admin. Code § 296-155-56415
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, § 296-155-56415, filed 12/20/11, effective 2/1/12.