Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.17424 - Aerial apparatus
Rule 7424.
(1)
An aerial apparatus that is equipped with a ladder must not have the ladder
extended or retracted when an employee is positioned on the ladder unless
otherwise allowed by the manufacturer's specifications.
(2) While working in a fixed position from an
aerial apparatus ladder, an employee shall be secured with a ladder belt system
that meets or exceeds the requirements of NFPA 1983: "Standard on Life Safety
Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services," 2001 edition, as adopted in
R
408.17405.
(3) The tip of the aerial ladder must not be
forcefully extended against a solid object or used to support the
ladder.
(4) The steps and rungs of
an aerial apparatus must have a slip-resistant surface.
(5) Jacks, outriggers, and safety locks must
be used as required in
R
408.17423(1).
(6) The rated capacity for an aerial
apparatus must not be exceeded.
(7)
The operator of an aerial ladder shall comply with all of the following
provisions:
(a) Remain at the primary control
station when the ladder is occupied.
(b) Communicate to the occupant of the ladder
before movement.
(c) Not move the
apparatus unless the ladder is in the bed.
(8) The operator of an aerial ladder shall
maintain clearances as required in
R
408.17421(6).
(9) The controls for the operation of an
aerial apparatus must be of a type that returns to a neutral position when
released.
(10) Tools or equipment
mounted or installed on the turntable must be installed or approved by the
manufacturer.
(11) A 2-way voice
communication system must be provided between the employee on the raised
portion of the equipment and the operator control station.
(12) Detachable ladder pipes must be operated
in the direction the ladder is facing.
(13) Ladder pipes must be secured to the
ladder so that the pipe cannot be accidentally dislodged while in
operation.
(14) An employer shall
follow the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations for the use,
testing, and maintenance of aerial apparatus.
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