1. Powered Platforms

2. Hazards of working on powered platforms v Hinders immediate medical care v Requires appropriate use of PPE v Keep tools in good repair 1a

3. Hazards of working on powered platforms v Use tools correctly v Use personal fall protection as required 1b

4. Hazards of powered platform use v Understand operation of platforms v Know how to inspect platforms v Be prepared to handle emergency situations 2a

5. Hazards of powered platform use v Respond appropriately when weather conditions change v Understand the platform’s load rating v Understand hazards of materials and equipment 2b

6. Emergency action plans v Power failures v Equipment failures v Other emergencies 3a

7. Emergency action plans v Emergency escape routes v Alarm systems 3b

8. Operation and use v Don’t exceed platform load rating v Clear platforms of snow, ice, slippery materials v Protect platforms, ropes, lifelines from damage due to acids, corrosives 4a

9. Operation and use v Protect platforms, ropes, life lines from excess heat v Don’t operate platforms in winds that are in excess of 25 m.p.h. v Test on-site wind velocities using anemometer 4b

10. Operation and use v Keep platform free of: DebrisDebris Unused toolsUnused tools MaterialsMaterials 4c

11. Inspections v Inspect building support structures every 12 months v Inspect equipment as specified by manufacturer - not to exceed 12 months 5a

12. Inspections v Inspect platform and components daily before use v Inspect and test governors and secondary brakes as specified by manufacturer - not to exceed 12 months 5b

13. Inspections v Test secondary brake governor and actuation device v Inspect suspension wire ropes before each use 5c

14. Fall arrest systems v Falls arrest systems include: Full-body harnessFull-body harness LanyardsLanyards Rope grabsRope grabs LifelinesLifelines Lifeline anchorage pointsLifeline anchorage points RiggingsRiggings 6a

15. Fall arrest systems v Application limits of the system v Proper anchoring and tie-off techniques v Deceleration distance and elongation of lanyards 6b

16. Fall arrest systems v Manufacturer’s methods of use v Inspection of the system MildewMildew WearWear DamageDamage DeteriorationDeterioration 6c

17. Fall arrest systems v Remove defective parts from service v Storage procedures 6d

18. Summary of main points v Safe procedures for working on platforms v Safe procedures for using powered platforms v Emergency procedures 7a

19. Summary of main points v Inspection procedures v Operation procedures v Fall arrest systems 7b