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reach is prohibited. (10) Precaution for other moving equipment. When other moving
equipment and vehicles are present, special precautions shall be taken to comply with
local ordinances or safety standards established for the workplace. Warnings such as, but
not limited to, flags, roped-off areas, flashing lights, and barricades shall be used as
appropriate. (11) Reporting problems or malfunctions. The user shall direct the operator
to immediately report to a supervisor any problem(s) or malfunction(s) that become
evident during operation. The user shall ensure all problems and malfunctions that affect
the safety of operations are repaired prior to continued use. (12) Reporting potentially
hazardous locations. The user shall direct the operator to immediately report to a
supervisor any potentially hazardous location(s) (one having potentially flammable or
explosive gases or particles) that become evident during operation. (13) Hazardous
location operation. Operation of aerial platforms not approved and marked for operation
in a hazardous location (one having potentially flammable or explosive gases or
particles) shall be prohibited. (14) Entanglement. Care shall be taken to prevent rope,
electric cords, and hoses, etc., from becoming entangled in the aerial platform. (15)
Capacity limitations. Rated capacities shall not be exceeded when loads are transferred
to the platform at any height. (16) Work area. The operator shall ensure the area
surrounding the aerial platform is clear of personnel and equipment before lowering the
platform. (17) Fueling. The engine (if applicable) shall be shut down while fuel tanks
are being filled. Fueling shall be done in a well-ventilated area free of flame, sparks, or
other hazards that may cause fire or explosion. (18) Battery charging. Batteries shall
only be charged in a well-ventilated area free of flame, sparks, or other hazards that may
cause fire or explosion. (19) Improper platform stabilization. The aerial platform shall
not be positioned against another object to steady the platform. (20) Misuse as a crane.
The aerial platform shall not be used as a crane. (21) Unusual operating support
conditions. The aerial platform shall not be operated from a position on trucks, trailers,
railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds, or similar equipment unless the application is
approved in writing by the manufacturer or a qualified person. (22) Travel speeds. The
operator shall limit travel speed according to conditions, including the condition of the
support surface, congestion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other factors
leading to hazards which may cause collision(s) or result in potential injury(s) to
personnel. (23) Elevated driving requirements. Before and during driving while the
platform is elevated, the operator shall: (a) Maintain a clear view of the support surface
and route of travel. (b) Ensure personnel in the worksite area that may be affected are
aware of the movement, communicating and maneuvering the aerial platform as required
to protect against personal injury. (c) Maintain a safe distance from obstacles, debris,
drop-offs, holes, depressions, ramps, and other hazards to ensure safe travel. (d)
Maintain a safe distance from overhead obstacles. (24) Stunt driving. Stunt driving and
horseplay are prohibited. (25) Securing the aerial platform. The user shall direct the
operator to implement means provided to protect against use by unauthorized person(s).
(26) Altering safety devices. Interlocks or other safety devices shall not be altered or
disabled. (27) Snagged platform. If the platform/basket or supporting assembly becomes
caught, snagged, or otherwise prevented from normal motion by adjacent structures or
other obstacles such that control reversal does not free the platform, all personnel shall be
removed from the platform/basket before attempts are made to free the platform using
lower controls. (28) Vacating (or entering) an elevated aerial platform. If permitted by
the manufacturer, personnel shall only vacate or enter a raised aerial platform by
following the guidelines and instructions provided by the manufacturer. (29)
Modifications. Modification or alteration of an aerial platform or the fabrication and
attaching of frameworks, or the mounting of attachments for holding tools or materials
onto the platform or the guardrail system shall only be accomplished with the prior
written permission of the manufacturer. (30) Assistance to the operator. If an operator
encounters any suspected malfunction of the aerial platform, or any hazard or potentially
unsafe condition relating to capacity, intended use or safe operation of the aerial
platform, the operator shall cease operation of the aerial platform and request further
information from the employer. (31) Problems or malfunctions. Any problem(s) or
malfunction(s) that affect the safety of operations shall be repaired prior to use of the
aerial platform. (32) Carrying materials (larger than the platform). The user shall ensure
