Maryland s New Crane Regulation

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1 Regulatory & Safety Update Maryland s New Crane Regulation The Integration and Adopt ion of the federal OSHA Crane rule. January 13, 2011 MOSH Hunt Valley Division of Labor and Industry- SLIDE 1

2 Preliminary Matters In Case of Emergency Sign in Sheets Restroom Cell Phone, Pager, Alarm Etiquette Program run time Breaks Questions Division of Labor and Industry- SLIDE 2

3 Introductions: Your Name First & Last Your Company State / Jurisdiction where you were born One thing you would like to leave with today Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 3

4 Department t of Labor, Licensing i and Regulation Martin O Malley, Governor Anthony G. Brown, Lieutenant Governor Alexander M. Sanchez, Secretary J. Ronald DeJuliis, Commissioner of Labor and Industry protect and empower Marylanders by safeguarding workers, protecting consumers, providing a safety net and cultivating a thriving workforce that can meet the demands of Maryland s dynamic economy. Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 4

5 Objective / Agenda: Background & History Purpose & Scope of the Rule Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace Training Concepts & Terms Coverage of Specific Provisions Ground Conditions; Power Line Safety; Inspections; Safety Devices & Aids; Assembly/Disassembly; etc. Training Requirements Discussion Forum 5 Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 5

6 Strategic t Plan Enforcement Consultation Outreach Increased Compliance / Worker Protection Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 6

7 Commitment and Planning DLLR Focus Keeping Marylander s in their homes; Keeping UI Trust Fund Solvent, and Implementation of Workplace Fraud Act Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 7

8 COMMITMENT REQUIRED Safety is only as effective as management wants it to be. 8 Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 8

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10 Crane Ca esafety Regulation OSHA Construction Standards ASME 1968 Cranes & Derricks Negotiated t Rulemaking Advisory Committee (C DAC) July 2002 February 2006 Ron DeJuliis DLI Commissioner Bringing the Industry Together First Joint Effort of it s Kind (Merit / Union Shops) Fast Track (two public hearings) Regulatory Process (Legislative Action) OSHA (NFR Subpart CC ) August 2010 This effort will save Lives & Reduce Injuries Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 10

11 Looks Overwhelming Majority of the standards have been out there for over four decades since OSHA / MOSH have been in existence. Consolidation and update of ; ASME; PCSA 1,2,&3 2&3 A and other related standards. Largest change is the training requirements, and most Maryland employers should be ahead of the curve because of the 4/2009 rule. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 11

12 Hey Dude, Gotta du what? Consultation Training Compliance Assistance Get you guidance today Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 12

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14 Maryland Crane Regulation The purpose of this regulation is to prevent incidents that result in property damage, injury, and death, related to the operation of cranes when used in construction and demolition. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 14

15 Scope of Coverage: This regulation applies to all powered operated equipment including cranes and crane operators, signal persons, riggers, and crane operator trainees, and to the erection, operation, and dismantling of cranes and powered equipment used in construction and demolition. QUALIFICATION OR CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED! Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 15

16 You gotta know what your talking about to understand the impact of the words that make up the regulation. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 16

17 "The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." Albert Einstein Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 17

18 Terminology Crane / Derrick Previously Crane means a machine for lifting and lowering a load and moving it horizontally, which has a hoisting mechanism that is an integral part of the machine. Equipment Covered New Power Operated Equipment Hoist, lower and horizontally move a suspended load. EXCEPT: Equipment that is exempted. Division of Labor and Industry - SLIDE 18

19 Exemptions: pto Machinery while it has been converted or adapted for a non hoisting or non lifting use, including, but not limited to, use as a power shovel, an excavator, or a concrete pump; Power shovels, excavators, wheel loaders, backhoes, loader backhoes, track loaders. This machinery is also excluded dwhen used with chains, slings or other rigging to lift suspended loads; Automotive wreckers and tow trucks when used to clear wrecks and haul vehicles; Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 19

20 Exemptions: Digger derricks used for auguring holes for poles carrying electric and telecommunication lines, placing and removing the poles, and for handling associated materials to be installed or removed from the poles; ( /269); Machinery originally designed as vehicle mounted aerial device such as the type used for lifting personnel and self propelled ll elevating work platforms; Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 20

21 Exemptions: pto Powered industrial trucks, such as forklifts, except when configured with a winch to lift and move a load; Mechanic's truck with a hoisting device when used in activities related to equipment maintenance and repair; Equipment that t hoists by using a come along or chainfall; Telescopic/hydraulic gantry systems; Stacker cranes; Dedicated drilling rigs; Gin poles when used for erection of communication towers; Tree trimming & tree removal work; and Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 21

22 Exemptions: Articulating/ knuckle boom truck cranes when; (a) Delivering material to a construction site when used to transfer materials from the truck crane to the ground, without arranging the materials in a particular sequence for hoisting; and (b) Delivering material to a construction site when the crane is used to transfer building supply sheet goods or building supply packaged materials from the truck crane onto a structure, using a fork/cradle at the end of the boom, but only when the truck crane is equipped with a properly functioning i automatic ti overload prevention device. Such sheet goods or packaged materials include, but are not limited to, sheets of sheet rock, sheets of plywood, bags of cement, sheets or packages of roofing shingles, and rolls of roofing felt. (c) This exclusion does not apply when: (i), (ii), (iii), or, (iv) Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 22

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24 Defined Terms: () (1) ANSI means the American National Standards Institute. (2) ASME means the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. (3) ASSE means the American Society of Safety Engineers. (4) Commissioner means the Commissioner of Labor and Industry. (5) Crane includes all equipment covered by this regulation. (6) Crane operator means an individual id who operates powered equipment covered by this regulation. (7) Crane operator trainee means an individual who is engaged in a structured t training i program under the direct supervision ii of a crane operator who meets the requirements of this chapter. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 24

25 Defined Terms: (8) Crew member means one or more employees of an employer who performs work in a given operation. (9) Direct supervision means that the supervisor: (a) Is in the immediate area of the operation; (b) Is within visual sighting distance of the operation; (c) Is able to effectively communicate with the persons engaged in the operation; and (d) Has no duties other than to observe and supervise the operation. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 25

26 Defined Terms: (10) Level I rigger means an individual who works under the supervision of a competent person and on a routine basis performs rigging work engaged in lifting loads, other than rigging for special lifts, and the erection, dismantling, jumping, or reconfiguring of cranes. (11) Level II rigger means an individual who has accumulated 2 or more years of experience working as a level I rigger and performs rigging work engaged in lifting loads for special lifts, or the erection, dismantling, jumping, or reconfiguring i of cranes, or all of these. (12) Master/lead rigger means an individual who has accumulated 5 or more years of experience rigging i loads and is authorized by the employer to take prompt corrective action to eliminate hazards. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 26

27 Defined Terms: (13) NCCA means the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. (14) ) Qualified person means a person who, by possession of a recognized degree in an applicable field or certificate of professional standing, or who, by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to solve problems relating to the subject crane operations. (15) Rigger means an individual who is engaged in the process of lifting, moving, and rigging loads with hardware and equipment used to attach a load to a crane. (16) Rigging means the hardware, equipment, and means used to safely attach a load to a crane by means of adequately rated and properly applied slings or other devices. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 27

28 Defined Terms: (18) Safety sensitive position means a position subject to drug and alcohol testing because the nature of the employee's duties and responsibilities indicate a potential that impaired performance due to drugs or alcohol, or both, could result in injury or death to the employee or others. (19) Signal person means an individual who communicates guidance and direction to a crane operator in lifting, hoisting, moving, or releasing a load. (20) Special lift means a lift using multiple cranes or the erection, dismantling, or jumping of a tower crane. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 28

29 Adopted Consensus Safety Standards: (1) Tower Cranes (ASME B ) (2) Mobile and Locomotive Cranes (ASME B ) (3) Derricks (ASME B ) (4) Rigging Qualifications and Responsibilities (ANSI/ASSE A ) Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 29

30 Drug and Alcohol lfree Workplace Employer must implement a drug and alcohol free workplace and substance abuse policy for all safe sensitive positions. Crane operators, signal * An employer may designate other persons, riggers, and crane employees who work with or around cranes as being safety sensitive positions. operator trainees are safety sensitive positions. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 30

31 Drug and Alcohol lfree Workplace (1) Mandatory testing for all safety sensitive positions : (a) At the commencement of employment in a safety sensitive position; (b) Under reasonable suspicion by the employer; (c) Randomly; and (d) Following any incident for which crane operations were a direct or indirect cause and which involve, PD =>$5K, injury, or death. (2) () Testing consistent with: 49 CFR Part 40, U.S. Department of Transportation, and ; Health General Article, , Annotated Code of Maryland; Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 31

32 Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy must prohibit employees working in a safety sensitive position while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a controlled substance, unless prescribed and they can work safe, and the employee has advised the employer and provides supporting information. Policy must prohibit the use, possession, or manufacture of any unlawful drug or use of alcohol while at work. Employers policy may exceed the basic requirements. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 32

33 Maryland Crane Safety Requirements Summary Insert Craig s slide here!! Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 33

34 Employer Qualification Training: Conducted by employer using competent individual who can accurately assess whether an individual meets the qualification standards. Independent p Qualification Training: Conducted by an entity that is independent of the employer and is competent to accurately assess whether an individual meets the qualification standards. Independent Certification : Provided through an accredited organization meeting specific criteria. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 34

35 Employer Qualification Training: Conducted by employer using competent individual who can accurately assess whether an individual meets the qualification standards. d Crane Operator Audited employer program Operator Trainee Rigger all levels Signal Person Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 35

36 Employer Audited Program Written & Practical Tests Developed by accredited crane testing org. Approved by an Certified Auditor Administered by approved standards Auditor can not be an employee of employer. Timeline for Initial Audit 3 months / 3 years after Not Portable Valid for 5 years Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 36

37 Independent Qualification Training: Conducted by an entity that is independent of the employer and is competent to accurately assess whether an individual meets the qualification standards. Crane Operator Audited program /Certification Operator Trainee Rigger all levels Signal Person Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 37

38 Independent Certification: Crane Operator Audited program /Certification Operator Trainee Rigger all levels Signal Person Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 38

39 Language & Literacy Any testing may be administered verbally / answers Must pass a written demonstration of literacy relevant to the work, and Demonstrate the ability to use written manufacturers procedures related to the class/type /yp Tests can be administered in any language NOTE Equipment must have operation inspection materials furnished in the language for which the certification is approved. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 39

40 Highlighting the major points If you have questions write them done for the time of discussion after the presentation. Specific Requirements Ground Conditions 1402 Assembly / Disassembly Power Line Safety Etcetera ~~Follow in text of standard Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 40

41 The controlling entity must: Ensure that ground preparations necessary to meet the requirements of this section are provided. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 41

42 Inform the user of the equipment and the operator of the location of hazards beneath the equipment set up area (such as voids, tanks, utilities) if those hazards are identified in documents (such as site drawings, as built drawings, and soil analyses) that are in the possession of the controlling entity (whether at the site or off site) or the hazards are otherwise known to that controlling entity. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 42

43 Employer must comply with all applicable manufacturer prohibitions 1. Manufacturer Procedures or 2. Employer Procedures Note: Employer must follow manufacturer procedures when using synthetic ti slings during A/D rigging( i See (r). Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 43

44 Assembly / Disassembly General Requirements Supervision master/ lead rigger Master/ lead rigger must: Understand Procedures Review procedures Check that crew members understand their tasks, hazards Follow manufacturer s prohibitions Post assembly inspection upon completion All rigging work is to be done by a level II rigger Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 44

45 Disassembly Both manufacturer procedures and employer procedures apply Pendants Boom sections between pendant attachment points and crane body Top pins located on the cantilevered portion until section is fully supported. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 45

46 Assembly / Disassembly Employer Procedures General Requirements 1. Prevent unintended movement, and collapse 2. Provide support and stability 3. Minimize employee exposure 4. Procedures developed by a qualified person Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 46

47 POWER LINE SAFETY Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 47

48 Prohibited activities Within 20 feet of a power line up to 350 kv Within 50 feet of a power line over 350 kv Equipment used to hoist personnel Lifts = or > 75% cap. Over a shaft, cofferdam or in a tank farm Special lift rigging with exception Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 48

49 A Systematic Approach Safe clearance distances Grounding of power lines Cover lines Using insulating links Non conductive tag lines. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 49

50 POWER LINES Identify Work Zone Work Zone = Marking boundaries or 360 degrees around crane up to maximum working radius Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 50

51 YE S Could you get within 20 feet of power line? NO Option #1 Deenergize & Ground Encroachment No further Option #2 20-foot clearance Option #3 Ask Utility for Voltage and Use Table A (with minimum clearance distance) Prevention Measures Planning (Equipment meeting Operations) If tag lines used Nonconductive Elevated warning lines, barricade or line of signs PLUS (Choose one): Proximity alarm, spotter, warning device, range limiter, or insulating link action Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 51

52 Table A Min. Clearance Dist. Voltage nominal kv AC Up to Over 50 to Over 200 to Over 350 to Over 500 to Over 750 to 1, Over 1,000 Min. Clearance (feet) as established by utility owner/operator or registered PE who is a qualified person w/respect to elec. Power/trans/dist. Division of Labor and Industry - SLIDE 52

53 Intentionally Working Closer Than Table A Zone Must Show: Staying outside zone is infeasible Infeasible to deenergize and ground All of fthe following are required: 1. Power line owner sets minimum approach distance 2. Planning meeting minimum procedures - Dedicated spotter - Elevated warning line or barricade - Insulating link/device - Nonconductive rigging - Range limiter (if equipped) - Nonconductive tag line (if used) - Barricades - 10 feet from equipment - Limit access to essential workers - Prohibit non-operator workers from touching above insulating link - Properly ground crane - Deactivate automatic re-energizer - Insulating line cover-up installed Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 53

54 CHANGE MADE SINCE THE RULE WAS PROPOSED Electric Utilities employers whose employees are qualified to perform power distribution and transmission work are considered to be in compliance with of subpart CC (power lines sections) when performing subpart V work in accordance with ( (g)) Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 54

55 Traveling Under or Near Clearance in Table T maintained Speed and terrain considered Dedicated spotter Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 55

56 Table T Voltage nominal kv AC Up to.75 4 Over.75to Over 50 to Over 345 to Over 750 to 1, Over 750 to 1, Over 1,000 Minimum clear dist. feet as established by utility owner/operator or registered PE who is a qualified person w/respect to elec. Power/trans/dist. Division of Labor and Industry - SLIDE 56

57 The spotter must Be a signal person Be in position Communicate directly with operator Provide timely information to operator Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 57

58 Poor Visibility/Night Illuminate the lines Provide a safe path of travel Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 58

59 Inspections Modified Equipment Qualified person Post Assembly Qualified person Shift Competent person Monthly Competent person documents maintained for one year Annual Qualified person documents maintained for 3 years Severe Service Qualified person Equipment not in regular use Qualified person Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 59

60 Crane Inspections Manufacturer s procedures regarding inspections that relate to the safe operation that is more comprehensive or has more frequent schedule of inspection than the requirements of this section must be followed Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 60

61 Wire rope inspection Shift inspection. A competent person must begin a visual inspection prior to each shift the equipment is used, which must be completed before or during that shift. The inspection must consist of observation of wire ropes (running and standing) that are likely to be in use during the shift for apparent deficiencies, including those listed Untwisting (opening) of wire rope or booming down is not required as part of this inspection. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 61

62 Monthly inspection. Each month an inspection must be conducted The inspection must be documented according to (e)(3) (monthly inspection documentation). Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 62

63 Annual comprehensive. In addition, at least every 12 months, the wire ropes in use on equipment must be inspected by a qualified person, At least every 12 months, wire ropes in use on equipment must be inspected by a qualified person in accordance with paragraph (a) of this section (shift inspection). The inspection must be documented according to (f)(7 (annual/ comprehensive inspection documentation). Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 63

64 Wire rope selection and installation criteria. Original equipment wire rope and replacement wire rope must be selected and installed in accordance with the requirements of this section. Selection of replacement wire rope must be in accordance with the recommendations of the wire rope manufacturer, the equipment manufacturer, or a qualified person. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 64

65 Safety Devices Safety devices are required and must be operational at all times. Include: Crane level indicator Boom / Jib stops Locks on foot pedal brakes Integral holding device/ check valve Horn Proper operation prohibits operation if safety devices are not working Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 65

66 Operational Aids Operational aids are required but temporary alternative measures are allowed while operational aids are being repaired Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 66

67 Operational Aids Category I aids Boom hoist limiting device Luffing jib limiting device Anti two blocking device Must be repaired within 7 days of discovery of deficiency Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 67

68 Operational Aids Category II aids Boom angle or radius indicator Jib angle indicator (luffing jib) Boom length indicator Load weighing devices Must be repaired within 30 days of discovery of deficiency Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 68

69 Operation Employer must comply with all manufacturer procedures. Operation procedures must be developed by a qualified person when the manufacturer s procedures are unavailable. Procedures related ltd to the capacity of the equipment must be developed and signed by a registered professional engineer familiar with the equipment when the manufacturer s procedures are unavailable. All procedures and operators manual must be readily available in the cab at all times. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 69

70 Authority Whenever there is a concern as to safety, the operator must have the authority to stop and refuse to handle loads until a qualified person has determined that safety has been assured. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 70

71 Signals Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 71

72 Provide a signal person If the point of operation is not in sight of the operator If the equipment is traveling and view is obstructed If site safety concerns warrant the need Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 72

73 Types of signals Hand signals, Standard Method (except) Voice Other audible signals Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 73

74 Multiple Crane Operations A method of indentifying the intended crane must be devised That cranes identity i must be given prior to the function signal Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 74

75 Devices Any devices used to transmit signal must be tested on site before operations begin Must use dedicated di d channels Excepted for those persons coordinating crane operations Operators must receive signal by hands free system. Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 75

76 Voice Signals Must be agreed upon Must be given in a specific sequence Function (hoist, boom ect.) Direction (distance or speed) Function Stop Command Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 76

77 Posting Hand signals must be posted on the equipment or in the vicinity of the hoisting operations. Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 77

78 Standard Crane Hand Signals Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 78

79 Fall protection. Anchoring to the load line. A personal fall arrest system is permitted to be anchored to the crane/ derrick's hook k( (or other part of the load line) where all of the following requirements are met: A qualified person has determined that the set up and rated capacity of the crane/derrick (including the hook, load line and rigging) meets or exceeds the requirements in ( d)(15). The equipment operator must be at the work site and informed that the equipment is being used for this purpose. No load is suspended from the load line when the personal fall arrest system is anchored to the crane/derrick's hook (or other part of the load line). Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 79

80 Work area control. Swing radius hazards. To prevent employees from entering these hazard areas, the employer must: Train each employee assigned to work on or near the equipment ("authorized personnel") in how to recognize struck by and pinch/crush hazard areas posed by the rotating superstructure. Erect and maintain control lines, warning lines, railings or similar barriers to mark the boundaries of the hazard areas. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 80

81 Keeping clear of the load. Where available, hoisting routes that minimize the exposure of employees to hoisted loads must be used, to the extent consistent with public safety. While the operator is not moving a suspended load, no employee must be within the fall zone, except for employees: Engaged in hooking, unhooking or guiding a load Engaged in the initial i i attachment of the load to a component or structure; or Operating a concrete hopper or concrete bucket. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 81

82 When employees are engaged gg in hooking, unhooking, or guiding the load, or in the initial connection of a load to a component or structure and are within the fall zone, all of the following criteria i must be met: The materials being hoisted must be rigged to prevent unintentional displacement. Hooks with self closing latches or their equivalent must be used. Exception: "J" hooks are permitted to be used for setting wooden trusses. The materials must be rigged by a qualified rigger. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 82

83 Free fall and controlled load lowering. Boom free fall prohibitions. The use of equipment in which the boom is designed to free fall (live boom is prohibited in each of the following circumstances: An employee is in the fall zone of the boom or load. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 83

84 An employee is being hoisted. The load or boom is directly over a power line, or over any part of the area extending the Table A of clearance distance to each side of the power line; or any part of the area extending the Table A Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 84

85 clearance distance to each side of the power line is within the radius of vertical travel of the boom or the load. The load is over a shaft, except where there are no employees in the shaft. The load is over a cofferdam, except where there are no employees in the fall zone of the boom or the load. Lifting operations are taking place in a refinery or tank farm. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 85

86 Specific Training Requirements Crane Operators Crane Operator Trainees Riggers (all Levels) Brad covered Signal Person training. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 86

87 Crane Operator Requirements. Drug and alcohol free. (pre susp random) Physically capable. (2 year) Trained, proficient and successfully demonstrates knowledge. (5 year testing) Employer audited program Third party NCCA/ANSI certification QUALIFICATION CERTIFICATION REQUIRED! Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 87

88 Load Charts Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 88

89 Crane Operator Trainee Requirements Drug and alcohol free. (pre susp random) p Physically capable. (2 year) Structured Learning Program Direct Supervision Basic Understanding of Crane Operations: Through employers program Approved Apprenticeship (Operating Engineers) Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 89

90 Crane Operator Trainee Must be provided with enough training to operate the equipment safely The assigned task must be within ihi their hi ability Must be directly supervised by an operator s trainer with minor exception Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 90

91 Who is An employee or agent of the employer A qualified or certified operator Not distracted from monitoring duties Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 91

92 Trainer and trainee must be; In a direct line of sg sight tof each other and Directly communicating by hand signals or verbally Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 92

93 Trainee Cont. The employer must verify that the trainee can demonstrate the basics of safe crane operation such as: Crane limitations i i Hand signals and other communications Controlling loads Fall protection Hazards of overhead power lines Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 93

94 Exception Employers do not need to provide the training above if the trainee provides proof of completion of training i through an operating engineer apprenticeship program that has been approved by the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 94

95 Bi annual Medical Evaluation Trainees must undergo medical evaluations every two years and provide: Proof of successful completion of a physical exam A certificate of DOT (or equivalent) medical examination, or proof that failure of such will not affect performance of their duty. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 95

96 Substance abuse Prior to beginning work, employers shall require trainees to successfully pass a substance abuse test Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 96

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98 Signal Person Requirements. Drug and alcohol free. (pre susp random) random) Trained, proficient, and successfully demonstrates knowledge ~Written Test thru 1422 & 1428 Employer established program qualified evaluator Third party qualified evaluator NCCA/ANSI certification Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 98

99 Employer s Duty Employers must ensure that; Signal persons have been qualified through a third party evaluator or By the employer s qualified evaluator. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 99

100 Qualification Requirements A qualified signal person must; Know and understand signals Be competent in using signals Have a basic understanding of crane operation Pass a verbal or written test and a practical test Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 100

101 Qualification Portability Qualifications made by a third party are portable Employer qualifications are not Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 101

102 Documentation of Qualification The employer must make documentation available for in house qualification or third party Documentation must be available at the job site while the signal person is employed The documentation must specify the type of signaling in which the person was qualified, such as hand, radio ect. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 102

103 Employer s Duty Those individuals who show signs of not continuing to meet the requirements shall be removed from duty and/or retrained Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 103

104 So how does it compare?.1428 Know/understand type of signals used Be competent in type of signals used Basic knowledge of crane operation Know/understand & 28 Demonstrate proficiency, oral/written test, & a practical test COMAR Proficiency in hand and voice signals Basic knowledge of crane operations Types of communications PFAS and methods Emergency action, fire, power line strike ect. Hazards of elec. Power lines Division of labor and Industry SLIDE 104

105 Rigger Requirements. Drug and alcohol free. (pre susp random) Trained, proficient and successfully demonstrates knowledge. (Re training requirement) Employer established audited program Third party NCCA/ANSI certification Approved Apprenticeship (Rigger I) Rigger II Experience Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 105

106 Crew Member Refresher Training If there are changes in the workplace or assigned duties and responsibilities that t render the previous training i obsolete; If there are changes in the types of rigging g systems or equipment to be used, rendering the previous training obsolete; or If a competent t person observes or is aware of inadequacies in a rigger's knowledge, performance, use of rigging systems, or equipment that indicate that the rigger has not retained the requisite understanding or skill. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 106

107 Rigger Proficiency Levels Level I Basic Signal Person Proficiency Level II Full Performance Master/Lead Rigger Special Skill / Suprv. Persons can not perform work that exceeds their level of training or experience. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 107

108 Hoisting personnel. The requirements of this section are supplemental to the other requirements in this subpart and apply when one or more employees are hoisted. The use of equipment to hoist employees is prohibited except where the employer demonstrates that the erection, use, and dismantling of conventional means of reaching the work area, such as a personnel hoist, ladder, stairway, aerial lift, elevating work platform, or scaffold, would be more hazardous, or is not possible because of the project's structural design or worksite conditions. This paragraph does not apply to work covered by subpart R (Steel Erection) of this part. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 108

109 Use of personnel platform. When using equipment to hoist employees, the employees must be in a personnel platform ltf that t meets the requirements of paragraph (e) of this section. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 109

110 Equipment with outriggers or stabilizers must have them all extended and locked. The amount of extension must be the same for all outriggers and stabilizers. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 110

111 Design, construction and testing This section contains certain requirements applicable only to crawler, locomotive, and truck cranes and in addition, contains requirements that apply to all of the equipment covered by this subpart. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 111

112 Equipment modifications Modifications or additions which affect the capacity or safe operation of the equipment are prohibited except where requirements of paragraphs p ()()()()()(3)()(4) (a)(1),(a)(2),(a)(3),(a)(4), or (a)(5) of this section are met. 1. Manufacturer review for approval 2. Manufacturer refusal to review request 3. Unavailable manufacturer 4.Manufacturer does not complete the review within 120 days of request 5.Mutiple manufacturers of equipment designed for use on marine worksites Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 112

113 Tower Cranes Erecting, climbing and dismantling Dangerous areas Foundations and structural support Designed by the manufacturer or registered it professional engineer. Addressing specific hazards substitute master/ lead rigger for AD director Plumb tolerance specification & verification by a qualified person who will document in writing compliance with the manufacturer s tolerance and maintain the documentation for 3 years Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 113

114 Tower Cranes Cont.. Multiple tower crane jobsites Climbing procedures follow manufacturer prohibitions registered professional engineer verifies the host structure is strong enough Safety devices must be taken out of service until device is working ( no alternative measures) Operational aids operations stopped until alternative measures are implemented. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 114

115 Tower Cranes Cont.. Inspections pre erection inspection qualified person post erection inspection qualified person and load tested monthly inspection qualified person tower bolts, tie ins, i braces, floor supports annual qualified person turntable and tower bolts insp. for condition and torque. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 115

116 Derricks. A derrick is powered equipment consisting of a mast or equivalent member that t is held at or near the end by guys or braces, with or without a boom, and its hoisting mechanism. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 116

117 Derricks include: A frame basket, breast, Chicago boom, gin pole (except gin poles used for erection of communication towers), guy, shearleg, stiffleg, and variations of such equipment. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 117

118 Post assembly approval and testing new or reinstalled derricks. Anchorages Functional test Load test Documentation. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 118

119 Floating cranes/derricks and land cranes/derricks on barges. Inspections. In addition to meeting the requirements of for inspecting the crane/derrick, the employer must inspect the barge, pontoons, vessel or other means of flotation used to support a floating crane/derrick or land crane/ derrick, and ensure that: Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 119

120 Shift. For each shift inspection, the means used to secure/attach the equipment to the vessel/flotation device is in proper condition, including wear corrosion, loose or missing fasteners, defective welds, and (when applicable insufficient tension. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 120

121 Monthly. For each monthly inspection: The means used to secure/attach the equipment to the vessel flotation device is in proper condition, including inspection for wear, corrosion and, when applicable, insufficient tension. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 121

122 Annual: external vessel/flotation device inspection. For each annual inspection: The external portion of the barge, pontoons, vessel or other means of flotation used is inspected annually by a qualified person who has expertise with respect to vessels flotation devices and that the inspection includes the following items: Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 122

123 Record Keeping: Must maintain written training records. Must keep them for three years following employment. Must make them available for examination and copying. Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 123

124 Special llifts: Each special lift must be under the direct supervision of a master/lead rigger Special lift means a lift using multiple cranes or the erection, dismantling, or jumping of a tower crane. Inspection of all equipment prior to a special lift. 48 Hours prior to commencement of a special lift, notify the Commissioner of Labor and Industry. (strict compliance exception ~ notice in writing) Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 124

125 Special Lift Notice: Special lift using multiple cranes or the erection, dismantling, or jumping of a tower crane. 48 Hours prior to commencement of a special lift, notify the Commissioner of Labor and Industry. (1) Name of employer; (6) Site contact person and (2) Gen/Managing contractor; phone number; (3) Type of special lift; (7) Equipment involved; and (4) Site location; (8) Scheduled time of special (5) Specific site of special lift within lift. the location; speciallift@dllr.state.md.us FAX: Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 125

126 Special Lifts Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 126

127 Develop a plan Prior to special lifts By a qualified person Must meet the minimum requirements in subpart CC Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 127

128 Implement the Plan Using a Master/Lead Rigger Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 128

129 Special Lifts Must be performed under the direction of a master/lead rigger. Rigging i must be inspected by the master/lead rigger prior to the lift COMAR Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 129

130 Notification of Special Lifts Notify the Commissioner of Labor and Industry 48 hrs prior to the lift E mail d Fax COMAR Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 130

131 Special Circumstances In the event an employer is unable to provide 48 hours notice The required information i must be given with ih a written explanation, no later than 24 hours after the lift COMAR Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 131

132 Compare.1432 & COMAR Multiplecrane/derrick lift COMAR.10 Special lift includes using multiple cranes, and the erection, dismantling or jumping of a tower crane Division of Labor and Industry SLIDE 132

133 Overhead & Gantry Cranes

134 Permanently Installed If used for construction activities must comply with Except 179 (b) (1) Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 134

135 Not Permanently Installed If used for construction activities must comply with fragmented portions of subpart CC and Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 135

136 Dedicated Pile Drivers Are covered by subpart CC, but have three exceptions Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 136

137 Sideboom Cranes Are largely covered however major exceptions are, ground conditions, operational aids and operator qualification and certification Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 137

138 Equipment Rated 2k lbs or Less Comply with the manufacturer s prohibitions Manufacturer s Operating procedures Provide a load chart at the operators station Must not use to hoist personnel Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 138

139 Thanks for Listening! Technical Instructors: Dave Latham David Schoppert Brad Meushaw Safety & Regulatory Update- SLIDE 139