XLT-1071AIR
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7.2 Manuals. Users shall keep and maintain copy(ies) of the operating and maintenance
manual(s) required in 4.17 of this standard. The operating manual(s) shall be stored in
the location required in 4.18 of this standard. These manuals are considered an integral
part of the aerial platform and are vital to communication of necessary safety information
to users and operators.
7.3 Inspection and Maintenance. Users shall inspect and maintain the aerial platform
as required to ensure proper operation. The frequency of inspection and maintenance
shall be determined by the manufacturer's recommendation and be compatible with
operating conditions and the severity of the operating environment. Aerial platforms that
are not in proper operating condition shall be immediately removed from service until
repaired. Repairs shall be made by a qualified person and the repairs shall be in
conformance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
7.3.1 Frequent Inspection. An inspection as outlined in 6.4 of this standard shall
be conducted.
7.3.2 Annual Inspection. An inspection as outlined in 6.5 of this standard shall be
conducted.
7.3.3 Prestart Inspection. Before use each day or at the beginning of each shift, the
aerial platform shall be given a visual inspection and function test including but not
limited to the following: (1) Operating and emergency controls (2) Safety devices
(3) Personal protective devices, including fall protection (4) Air, hydraulic and fuel
system leaks (5) Cables and wiring harness (6) Loose or missing parts (7) Tires
and wheels (8) Placards, warnings, and control markings (9) Outriggers,
stabilizers, and other structures (10) Guardrail system (11) Items specified by the
manufacturer.
7.3.4 Maintenance Safety Precautions. Before adjustments and repairs are started
on an aerial platform, the following precautions shall be taken as applicable: (1) All
controls in the "off" position and all operating features secured from inadvertent
motion by brakes, blocks, or other means (2) Powerplant stopped and starting
means rendered inoperative (3) Platform lowered to the full down position, if
possible, or otherwise secured by blocking or cribbing to prevent dropping (4)
Hydraulic oil pressure relieved from all hydraulic circuits before loosening or
removing hydraulic components (5) Safety props or latches installed where
applicable as described by the manufacturer (6) Precautions specified by the
manufacturer.
7.4 Replacement Parts. When parts or components are replaced, they shall be identical
or equivalent to original aerial platform parts or components.
7.5 Maintenance Training. The user shall train the maintenance personnel in
inspection and maintenance of the aerial platform in accordance with 7.3, 7.4, and 7.6 of
this standard and with the manufacturer's recommendations.
7.6 Operator Training. Whenever a user directs or authorizes an individual to operate
an aerial platform, the user shall ensure that the individual has been trained in accordance
with the manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual, the user's work instructions,
and the requirements listed in Section 8 of this standard before operating the aerial
platform.
7.6.1 Model Training. The user shall be responsible for the operator being trained
on the model of the aerial platform to be operated. Such training shall be in an area
free of obstructions, under the direction of a qualified person for a time sufficient to
determine that the trainee displays proficiency in knowledge and actual operation of
the aerial platform. Only properly trained and authorized personnel shall be
permitted to operate the aerial platform.
7.6.2 Trainees Training Record. A record of the trainee's aerial platform
instruction shall be maintained by the user for at least 3 years.
