OSHA 29 CFR 1926.

1400
Subpart CC: Cranes and Derricks in Construction
1926.1400(a)This standard applies to power-
operated equipment, when used in
construction, that can hoist, lower and
horizontally move a suspended load.

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1926.1401 Definitions

Competent person means one who is capable of identifying existing

and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions
which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and
who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to
eliminate them.

Qualified person means a person who, by possession of a

recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by
extensive knowledge, training and experience, successfully
demonstrated the ability to solve/resolve problems relating to the
subject matter, the work, or the project.
1926.1427 Operator Qualification

(a) The employer must ensure that; prior to operating any equipment
covered under subpart CC, the person is operating the
equipment during a training period in accordance with paragraph
(f) of this section, or the operator is qualified or certified to
operate the equipment in accordance with the following:

• Certified by an accredited bureau as described in 1926.1427

• Certified by a non-military government entity
• Some machine types and machines rated under 2,000#
capacity may be exempt
1926.1428 Qualified Signal Person

(1) Option (1) -Third party qualified evaluator: The signal person has
documentation from a third party qualified evaluator showing that
the signal person meets the Qualification Requirements.

(2) Option (2) – Employer’s qualified evaluator: The employer’s

Qualified Evaluator assesses the individual and determines that
the individual meets the Qualification Requirements and provides
documentation of that determination. An assessment by an
employer’s qualified evaluator under this option is not portable -
other employers are not permitted to use it to meet the
requirements of this section.
1926.1425 Keeping clear of the load

(c) When employees are engaged in hooking, unhooking or guiding

the load. or in the initial connection of a load to a component or
structure and are within the fall zone, all of the following criteria must
be met:

(1) The materials being hoisted must be rigged to prevent

unintentional displacement.

(2) Hooks with self-closing latches or their equivalent must be used.

Exception: “J” hooks are permitted to be used for setting wooden
trusses.

(3) The materials must be rigged by a qualified rigger

1926.1418 Authority to stop operation

Whenever there is a concern as to safety, the operator must

have the authority to stop and refuse to handle loads until a
qualified person has determined that safety has been
assured.
What is a Lift Director?
A Lift Director is a competent person that performs the functions of
verifying information regarding the lift, approves and directs the lift
plan and ensures the safety of all other personnel involved with
performing the work.

The Lift Director is an on-site position, and the authority responsible

for addressing safety concerns.

To be considered competent, a lift director must have knowledge of

crane usage, configurations, load charts, set-up and limitations for
the cranes under his oversight; knowledge of other load handling
equipment such as jacks, rollers, winches, tower and overhead
cranes, and gantry systems as applicable. He or she should have
knowledge of rigging applications, proper rigging installation, rigging
equipment rated capacities, and its limitations for the rigging under
his oversight.
1926.1401 Controlling Entity

Controlling entity means an employer that is a prime contractor,

general contractor, construction manager or any other legal entity
which has the overall responsibility for the construction of the project
- its planning, quality and completion.

Controlling Entity is responsible for ensuring safe site conditions,

including ground stability, power line voltage verification or shut off,
and removal of obstructions.
1926.1402 Ground Conditions

(a) Definitions.

(1) "Ground conditions" means the ability of the ground to support

the equipment (including slope, compaction, and firmness).

(2) "Supporting materials" means blocking, mats, cribbing, marsh

buggies (in marshes/wetlands), or similar supporting materials or
devices.

(c) The controlling entity must:

(1) Ensure that ground preparations necessary to meet the

requirements in paragraph (b) of this section are provided.
1926.1408 Power line safety (up to 350 kV)
- equipment operations

(i) Option (1) - Deenerglze and ground. Confirm from the

utility owner/operator that the power line has been deenergized and
visibly grounded at the worksite.

(ii) Option (2) - 20 foot clearance. Ensure that no part of the

equipment, load line, or load (including rigging and lifting
accessories), gets closer than 20 feet to the power line by
implementing the measures specified in paragraph (b) of this
section.

(iii) Option (3) - Table A clearance.

1926.1408 Power line safety (up to 350 kV)
- equipment operations
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