APPENDIX B
B-2 Terex South Dakota, Inc. Appendix B
APPENDIX - B
7.8 Training. The dealer or installer shall offer training or training materials that aid owners, users,
operators, lessors or lessees and brokers in the operation, inspection, testing and maintenance of the digger
derrick. This training or training materials shall be offered initially and subsequently on request.
7.9 Dealer or Installer as User. Whenever a dealer or installer directs personnel to operate a digger derrick
(inspecting, sales demonstrations or any form of use), the dealer or installer shall assume the
responsibilities of users as specified in Section 9. All personnel authorized to operate the digger derrick shall
have been trained.
7.10 Rated Load Capacity Charts. Upon completion of the stability test(s), as required in Section 4.5.1, the
installer shall permanently attach appropriate rated load capacity charts, visible to the operator at the
controls. Rated load capacity charts shall be provided by the manufacturer, or by the installer at the specific
instruction of the manufacturer. The rated working load of the winch line may limit the maximum capacity of
the digger derrick.
Rated load capacity charts shall include the number of platforms, platform rating, the options included and
the winch line rated working load (see Section 9.6).
8. RESPONSIBILITIES OF OWNERS
8.1 General Responsibilities. Each owner shall comply with the requirements of this section. The following
responsibilities pertain to the owner’s inspection, testing, maintenance, modification, training and transfer of
ownership. These activities shall be performed by a qualified person(s).
8.2 Inspection and Testing Classifications.
8.2.1 Initial Inspection and Test. Prior to initial use, all new or modified mobile units shall be inspected
and tested to ensure compliance with the provisions of this standard. Certification by the manufacturer,
the installer or an equivalent entity(s), meets this requirement.
8.2.2 Regular Inspection and Test. The inspection procedure for mobile units is divided into two
classifications based upon the intervals at which inspections and tests shall be performed. The owner
shall set intervals in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Such intervals are
dependent upon component function and exposure to wear and deterioration as well as other agents
that adversely affect component life. Two classifications are designated:
(1) Frequent Inspection and Test.
(2) Periodic Inspection and Test.
8.2.3 Frequent Inspection and Test. Items determined by the owner in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations for each specific digger derrick shall be inspected for defects
Immediately prior to first use during each work shift, the operator shall perform the following tests and
inspections:
(1) Conduct walk around visual inspection looking for damaged components, cracks, corrosion,
excessive wear and any loose, deformed or missing bolts, pins fasteners, locking devices and
covers.
(2) Check all controls and associated mechanisms for proper operation to include, but not limited
to, the following:
(a.) Proper operation of interlocks.
(b.) Controls return to neutral when released and not sticking.
(c.) Control functions and operation clearly marked.
(3) Check visual and audible safety devices for proper operation.
(4) Visually inspect fiberglass and insulating components for visible damage and contamination.
(5) Check for missing or illegible operational and instructional markings.
(6) Check hydraulic and pneumatic systems for observable deterioration and excessive leakage.
(7) Check electrical systems related to the digger derrick for malfunctions, signs of excessive
deterioration, dirt and moisture accumulation.
(8) Check winch lines for any area of gross damage or deterioration that would result in appreciable
loss of original strength.
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