OSHA 29 CFR 1926

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1400Subpart CC: Cranes and Derricks in Construction

1926.1400(a)This standard applies to poweroperatedequipment,whenusedinconstruction, that can hoist, lower andhorizontally move a suspended load.http://1926-1400.com/

1926.1401 DefinitionsCompetent person means one who is capable of identifying existingand predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditionswhich are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, andwho has authorization to take prompt corrective measures toeliminate them.Qualified person means a person who, by possession of arecognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who byextensiveknowledge, training and experience, successfullydemonstrated the ability to solve/resolve problems relating to thesubject matter, the work, or the project.

1926.1427 Operator Qualification(a) The employer must ensure that; prior to operating any equipmentcovered under subpart CC, the person is operating theequipment during a training period in accordance with paragraph(f) of this section, or the operator is qualified or certified tooperate the equipment in accordance with the following: Certified by an accredited bureau as described in 1926.1427Certified by a non-military government entitySome machine types and machines rated under 2,000#capacity may be exempt

1926.1428 Qualified Signal Person(1) Option (1) -Third party qualified evaluator: The signal person hasdocumentation from a third party qualified evaluator showing thatthe signal person meets the Qualification Requirements.(2) Option (2) – Employer’s qualified evaluator: The employer’sQualified Evaluator assesses the individual and determines thatthe individual meets the Qualification Requirements and providesdocumentation of that determination. An assessment by anemployer’s qualified evaluator under this option is not portable other employers are not permitted to use it to meet therequirements of this section.

1926.1425 Keeping clear of the load(c) When employees are engaged in hooking, unhooking or guidingthe load. or in the initial connection of a load to a component orstructure and are within the fall zone, all of the following criteria mustbe met:(1) The materials being hoisted must be rigged to preventunintentional displacement.(2) Hooks with self-closing latches or their equivalent must be used.Exception: “J” hooks are permitted to be used for setting woodentrusses.(3) The materials must be rigged by a qualified rigger

1926.1418 Authority to stop operationWhenever there is a concern as to safety, the operator musthave the authority to stop and refuse to handle loads until aqualified person has determined that safety has beenassured.

What is a Lift Director?A Lift Director is a competent person that performs the functions ofverifying information regarding the lift, approves and directs the liftplan and ensures the safety of all other personnel involved withperforming the work.The Lift Director is an on-site position, and the authority responsiblefor addressing safety concerns.To be considered competent, a lift director must have knowledge ofcrane usage, configurations, load charts, set-up and limitations forthe cranes under his oversight; knowledge of other load handlingequipment such as jacks, rollers, winches, tower and overheadcranes, and gantry systems as applicable. He or she should haveknowledge of rigging applications, proper rigging installation, riggingequipment rated capacities, and its limitations for the rigging underhis oversight.

1926.1401 Controlling EntityControlling entity means an employer that is a prime contractor,general contractor, construction manager or any other legal entitywhich has the overall responsibility for the construction of the project- its planning, quality and completion.Controlling Entity is responsible for ensuring safe site conditions,including ground stability, power line voltage verification or shut off,and removal of obstructions.

1926.1402 Ground Conditions(a) Definitions.(1) "Ground conditions" means the ability of the ground to supportthe equipment (including slope, compaction, and firmness).(2) "Supporting materials" means blocking, mats, cribbing, marshbuggies (in marshes/wetlands), or similar supporting materials ordevices.(c) The controlling entity must:(1) Ensure that ground preparations necessary to meet therequirements in paragraph (b) of this section are provided.

1926.1408 Power line safety (up to 350 kV)- equipment operations(i) Option (1) - Deenerglze and ground. Confirm from theutility owner/operator that the power line has been deenergized andvisibly grounded at the worksite.(ii) Option (2) - 20 foot clearance. Ensure that no part of theequipment, load line, or load (including rigging and liftingaccessories), gets closer than 20 feet to the power line byimplementing the measures specified in paragraph (b) of thissection.(iii) Option (3) - Table A clearance.

1926.1408 Power line safety (up to 350 kV)- equipment operations

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