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What happened?
An operator died while using a mobile elevating work platform to cut away roof coverings in a dry dock.
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Why did it happen?
It is believed that the operator died after becoming trapped between a roof beam and the control panel of the platform.
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What did they learn?
Using elevated work platforms require safe practices.
Before operating:
- be aware of the possibility of entrapment
- conduct equipment pre-check
- survey work zone (is ground stable, level?)
While operating:
- wear adequate fall protection
- avoid overhead hazards
- understand operating procedures and equipment response timing
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Ask yourself or your crew
How can something like this happen here?
What other actions could have been taken?
What good practices do we have in place to prevent this?
Should an emergency arise, what is your role? Who do you contact? How?
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What happened?
An operator died while using a mobile elevating work platform to cut away roof coverings in a dry dock.
Why did it happen?
It is believed that the operator died after becoming trapped between a roof beam and the control panel of the platform.
What did they learn?
Using elevated work platforms require safe practices.
Before operating:
- be aware of the possibility of entrapment
- conduct equipment pre-check
- survey work zone (is ground stable, level?)
While operating:
- wear adequate fall protection
- avoid overhead hazards
- understand operating procedures and equipment response timing
Ask yourself or your crew
How can something like this happen here?
What other actions could have been taken?
What good practices do we have in place to prevent this?
Should an emergency arise, what is your role? Who do you contact? How?
Published on 02/05/19
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An operator died while using a mobile elevating work platform to cut away roof coverings in a dry dock.
