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f) refusing to operate the system when any portion of the load or the system could be
adversely affected by proximity to energized sources until evaluated and approved by a
qualified person.
g) performing inspections as specified in the applicable chapter.
h) promptly reporting the need for any adjustments or repairs.
i) following applicable lock out/tag out procedures,
j) not operating the system when physically or mentally unfit.
k) ensuring that all controls are in the off or neutral position and that all personnel are in the
clear before energizing the system.
l) not engaging in any practice that will divert his attention while actually operating the
system controls.
m) testing the system function controls that will be used and operating the system only if
those function controls respond properly.
n) operating the system's functions, under normal operating conditions, in a smooth and
controlled manner.
o) knowing and following the procedures specified by the system manufacturer or approved
by a qualified person for assembly, disassembly, and setting up the system.
p) knowing how to travel the system, if applicable.
q) ensuring that the load and rigging weight(s) have been provided.
r) calculating or determining the rated load for all configurations that will be used and
verifying, using the capacity chart(s), that the system has sufficient capacity for the
proposed operation.
s) considering all factors known that might affect the system capacity and informing the
system Director of the need to make appropriate adjustments.
t) knowing the standard and special signals as specified in the applicable chapter and
responding to such signals from the signalperson. When a signalperson is not required,
the system Operator is then responsible for the movement of the system. However, the
system Operator shall obey a stop signal at all times, no matter who gives it.
u) Understanding of rigging and basic rigging procedures. Ensuring that the load is properly
secured and will be lifted safely.
v) if power fails during the operations
• set all locking devices
• move all power controls to the OFF or neutral position
• secure and stabilize the load, if practical
w) before leaving the system unattended
• secure and stabilize the load
• set all locking devices
• put the system controls in the OFF or neutral position
• turn off the system power source
• follow the recommendations as given in this manual or given by a qualified
person for securing the system
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