ASWP11 Aerial Device Operation
Step Action
Setup aerial device for work • Follow manufacturer's instruction in setup
procedure of aerial device
Note: Ensure that all personnel are clear of
descending outriggers.
• Ensure a rope of sufficient length to raise a
bucket evacuation device to be used in
Aerial Device rescues is with the basket
• Inspect bucket, liner and chain saw
scabbard for defects
Inspect Fall Arrest System • Inspect full body harness and shock
absorbing lanyard as per manufacturer's
information and Appendix "A" Inspection of
Fall Protection System
Put on Fall Arrest System • Adjust and put on Full Body Harness
• Attach shock absorbing lanyard to full body
harness and to the manufacturer's
approved anchor point on the aerial device
5.2 Operation of Aerial Device
Step Action
Position booms to the work • Operate Aerial Device according to
manufacturer's instruction
• Ensure booms maintain the appropriate
Limits of Approach to electrical apparatus
• Ensure Ground Assistant(s) are clear of the
Drop Zone of trees and brush
Begin work • Control the Drop Zone
• Ensure adequate communication between the
operator and Ground Assistants
• Operators must not stand on the lip of the
bucket during operations
• Maintain Limits of Approach of equipment and
personnel from energized electrical apparatus
• Refer to ASWP04 Working at Heights for use
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