Washington Administrative Code

(1) You must make sure boom and platform load limits specified by the manufacturer are not exceeded.(2) You must make sure persons stand firmly on the floor of the platform and do not:(a) Sit or climb on the edge of the platform; or(b) Use guardrails, planks, ladders, or any othe…

You must make sure the boom is properly cradled and the outriggers are in the stowed position before moving the aerial lift.EXEMPTION:The aerial lift may be moved with the boom elevated and personnel on the platform only if the equipment was specifically designed for this type of…

(1) You must secure aerial ladders in the lower traveling position, using the locking device or other means provided by the manufacturer, before moving it for highway travel.(2) You must make sure all persons working from an aerial ladder wear a full body harness and lanyard atta…

SummaryImportant:This section applies to manually propelled, self-propelled, and boom-supported elevating work platforms.Your responsibility:To make sure elevating work platforms meet these design, construction, and equipment requirements.You must meet the requirements ...in this…

Important:This section applies to manually propelled, integral chassis, elevating work platforms with a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base.(1) You must make sure manually propelled elevating work platforms meet the design and construction requirements o…

Important:This section applies to self-propelled, integral chassis, elevating work platforms with a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base.(1) You must make sure self-propelled elevating work platforms manufactured on or after July 1, 2006, meet the design …

Important:This section applies to self-propelled, integral chassis, elevating work platforms with a boom-supported platform that can be positioned completely beyond the base.(1) You must make sure boom-supported elevating work platforms meet the design and construction requiremen…

(1) You must prohibit altering or disabling interlocks or other safety devices.(2) You must have written permission from the manufacturer before making any modification to an elevating work platform.Note:If the original manufacturer is no longer in business, an equivalent entity …

SummaryImportant:This section applies to manually propelled, self-propelled, and boom-supported elevating work platforms.Your responsibility:To inspect, repair, maintain, and service elevating work platforms to keep them in safe operating condition.You must meet the requirements …

(1) You must inspect and maintain elevating work platforms to keep them in proper operating condition.(2) You must immediately remove from service any elevating work platform that is not in proper operating condition.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR …

(1) You must do a prestart inspection of the elevating work platform according to Table 2, Elevating Work Platform Inspections.(2) You must make sure frequent and annual inspections are done:(a) By a person qualified as a mechanic on the specific make and model of elevating work …

(1) You must make sure repairs to elevating work platforms are:(a) Made by a qualified person; and(b) Done according to the manufacturer's recommendations.(2) You must make sure the elevating work platform, before beginning adjustments or repairs, meets all of the following requi…

You must meet the requirements of safety-related bulletins as received from the manufacturer, dealer, or owner.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR 15-23-086, § 296-869-40020, filed 11/17/15, effective 12/18/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.…

(1) You must keep written records documenting:(a) Frequent and annual inspections you have done including:(i) Date of inspection;(ii) Deficiencies found;(iii) Corrective action recommended.(b) Names of the people who did the inspection; and(c) All repairs done on the elevating wo…

(1) You must shut-down the engine while filling fuel tanks.(2) You must fill fuel tanks and charge batteries in areas that are:(a) Open and well-ventilated; and(b) Free of flame, sparks, or other hazards that may cause fire or explosion.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.…

SummaryImportant:This section applies to manually propelled, self-propelled, and boom-supported elevating work platforms.Your responsibility:To properly train elevating work platform operators.You must meet the requirements ...in this section:Operator authorization and trainingWA…

(1) You must permit only trained and authorized personnel to operate elevating work platforms.(2) You must train operators in all of the following:(a) The manufacturer's operating and maintenance manuals;(b) Your work instructions;(c) The requirements of this chapter.[Statutory A…

(1) You must make sure operators:(a) Know the required manuals supplied by the manufacturer are stored in a weather resistant compartment and where the compartment is located; and(b) Refer to the manuals when necessary.(2) You must make sure operators do all of the following befo…

You must retain records of the operators trained on each model of elevating work platform for at least:(1) Three years for manually propelled and boom-supported elevating work platforms; and(2) Four years for self-propelled elevating work platforms.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17…

SummaryImportant:This section applies to manually propelled, self-propelled, and boom-supported elevating work platforms.Your responsibility:To meet these requirements when operating elevating work platforms.You must meet the requirements …in this section:Intended useWAC 296-869-…

You must make sure elevating work platforms are used only for their intended purpose as specified by the manufacturer.Note:Misuse of an elevating work platform includes, but is not limited to: 1. Using the elevating work platform as a crane. 2. Using the platform to jack the whee…

You must have the operator survey the area before and during use of an elevating work platform for hazards such as:(1) Drop-offs or holes;(2) Slopes;(3) Bumps and floor obstructions;(4) Debris;(5) Overhead obstructions and high voltage conductors;(6) Hazardous locations;(7) Inade…

(1) You must determine the hazard classification of any area where the elevating work platform will operate using National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 505-2002, Fire Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks Including Type Designations, Areas of Use, Conversions, Maint…

(1) You must prohibit positioning the elevating work platform against another object in order to steady the platform.(2) You must do the following when other moving equipment or vehicles are present:(a) Take special precautions to meet the requirements of local ordinances or work…

You must make sure the operator limits travel speed according to conditions, including:(1) Condition of the ground or support surface;(2) Congestion;(3) Visibility;(4) Slope;(5) Location of personnel;(6) Other factors that may create a hazard of collision or injury to personnel.[…

Important:This section does not apply to manually propelled elevating work platforms.(1) You must make sure the operator does all of the following before and while driving with the platform elevated:(a) Maintains a clear view of the path of travel;(b) Keeps a safe distance from o…

(1) You must have the operator make sure all of the following are done before each elevation of the platform:(a) The elevating work platform is on a surface that is within the limits specified by the manufacturer;(b) Outriggers, stabilizers, extendable axes, or other stability en…

(1) You must make sure persons working from the platform:(a) Keep a firm footing on the platform; and(b) Do not use guardrails, planks, ladders, or any other device to gain additional height or reach.(2) You must make sure all persons on the platform of boom-supported elevating w…

You must make sure operators, if they suspect a malfunction of the elevating work platform or encounter any hazard or potentially unsafe condition, do all of the following:(1) Cease operation.(2) Report the problem or malfunction.(3) Discontinue using the elevating work platform …

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This chapter covers permanent powered platform installations dedicated to interior or exterior building maintenance of a specific structure or group of structures.Building maintenance includes, but is not limited to, tasks such as window cleaning, caulking, metal polishing, and r…

Your responsibility:To meet these requirements when using powered platforms.You must meet the requirements ...in this section:Building owner certificationsWAC 296-870-20005Personnel requirementsWAC 296-870-20010Platform and hoist load limitsWAC 296-870-20015Obstructions and slipp…

You must obtain written certification from the building owner of any building with a powered platform installation that was completed or had major modification done after July 23, 1990, that the building and equipment meets the requirements of new installations-buildings, chapter…

(1) You must prohibit employees from using the installation until the building owner has provided the required written certifications.(2) You must make sure working platforms are operated only by persons proficient in the operation, safe use and inspection of the particular worki…

(1) You must make sure the load on the working platform does not exceed the rated load stated on the platform load rating plate.(2) You must make sure hoists are not subjected to a load greater than one hundred twenty-five percent of their rated load.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.…

(1) You must prohibit the accumulation of tools, materials and debris on the platform that are not related to the work in progress.(2) You must make sure stabilizer ties are:(a) Located to allow movement along the full length of the platform without interference; and(b) Long enou…

(1) You must prohibit using powered platforms in:(a) Winds exceeding twenty-five miles per hour (40.2 km/hr); or(b) Any other severe adverse weather conditions.EXEMPTION:Employees may use the platform during severe adverse weather conditions only to move it from an operating to a…

(1) You must protect the platform, wire ropes, and lifelines from damage due to acids or other corrosive substances by using the precautions recommended by any of the following:(a) Corrosive substance producer or supplier;(b) Platform manufacturer;(c) Other equivalent information…

(1) You must protect the platform members, wire ropes, and lifelines when using a heat-producing process.(2) You must make sure wire ropes and lifelines which have been contacted by a heat-producing process are considered to be permanently damaged and not used.[Statutory Authorit…

You must protect employees on working platforms with a personal fall arrest system that meets the requirements of chapter 296-880 WAC, Unified safety standards for fall protection.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060, and chapter 49.17 RCW. WSR 20-…

You must make sure the voice communication system between the equipment operators and persons stationed within the building is operable and manned whenever the platform is being used.[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR 15-23-086, § 296-870-20045, filed …

SummaryYour responsibility:To make sure powered platforms are inspected, tested, and maintained to keep them in safe operating condition.You must meet the requirements …in this section:MaintenanceWAC 296-870-30005Initial installation and after major modification inspection and te…

(1) You must make sure all parts of the equipment that affect safe operation are maintained in proper working order so they are able to perform their intended functions. This includes, but is not limited to, all of the following:(a) Roof systems including roof track systems, tie-…

(1) You must make sure a completed powered platform installation has been inspected and tested by the building owner:(a) Before it was first placed into service; and(b) Before it was returned to service after major modification was done.(2) You must make sure the inspection and t…

You must complete the inspections and tests contained in Table 1, Before Use Inspections and Tests, before allowing persons to use the platform.Table 1Before Use Inspections and TestsWhat:When:Inspectionand test requirements:Working platforms and their components•Before every use…

(1) You must make sure the building owner has completed and documented the periodic inspections and tests shown in Table 2.(2) You must make sure any documentation required by Table 2, Periodic Inspections and Tests, is readily available for your own review and that of the direct…

(1) You must make sure the nondrum ends of hoisting wire ropes are reshackled or, if the rope uses poured socket fastenings, resocketed at intervals not exceeding twenty-four months.(2) You must make sure enough rope is cut from the end of the rope during reshackling or resocketi…

(1) You must make sure no person renders any required safety devices or electrical protective devices inoperative unless necessary for tests, inspections, or maintenance.(2) You must restore any disabled devices to normal operating condition immediately after the test, inspection…

SummaryYour responsibility:To train employees who operate or inspect powered platforms.You must meet the requirements ...in this section:General trainingWAC 296-870-40005Emergency action planWAC 296-870-40010CertificationWAC 296-870-40015[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17…

(1) You must make sure employees are trained by a competent person.(2) You must train employees who operate powered platforms in all of the following:(a) Recognizing safety hazards and the preventative measures to control or minimize hazards that are associated with:(i) Using pow…