Crew

To ensure safety, crew members must understand their tasks, the hazards associated with those tasks, and the hazardous positions or locations to avoid. This understanding must be confirmed before commencing operations, when a crew member takes on a different task, or when new personnel are added. [1] [2]

If a crew member goes to a location out of the operator's view where they could be injured by equipment movement, they must inform the operator. The operator must not move the equipment until they receive confirmation that the crew member is in a safe position, using a pre-arranged communication system. [1] [2]

During assembly/disassembly, do not exceed rated capacity limits for loads imposed on equipment, components, rigging, lifting lugs, and accessories. [2]

The A/D director must address hazards associated with the assembly/disassembly operation. [2]

When removing pins (or similar devices), employees must not be under the boom, jib, or other components, unless specific procedures are implemented to minimize the risk of unintended dangerous movement and exposure duration. [2]

Each avalanche blasting crew should have a designated "blaster in charge," responsible for all phases of preparation, coordination, and placement of charges. Each crew should consist of at least one licensed avalanche blaster and one trained assistant or blaster in training. Personnel in training can only participate in handling and using explosives when authorized and under the direct supervision of a licensed avalanche blaster. [3]

Constant communication should be maintained during avalanche control activities, including voice communication, visual contact or awareness of physical location, and continuous two-way communications with the avalanche control coordinator. [3]

A formal accident-prevention program should be developed, tailored to the specific plant, operation, and hazards involved, including a safety orientation program. [4]

The safety orientation program should include how, where, and when to report injuries, how to report unsafe conditions and practices, the use and care of required personal protective equipment, proper actions to take in emergencies, identification of hazardous materials, and a description of the employer's total safety program. [4]

Conduct crew leader-crew safety meetings at the beginning of each job and at least weekly thereafter, tailored to the specific operation. These meetings should review walk-around safety inspections, citations, and accident investigations, and attendance and subjects discussed should be documented. [4]

Ensure a person or persons holding a valid first-aid certificate are available at all worksites where a crew is present, and all crew leaders, supervisors, or persons in direct charge of one or more employees must have a valid first-aid certificate. [6]

Vehicle and heavy equipment operators should inspect their equipment at the beginning of each shift, reporting any damage or problems, including windshield and wipers, defogging and defrosting equipment, brakes, and tires. [5]