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Lifting appliances and gear

(c) provided, where necessary, with a suitable locking device to prevent accidental
movement or displacement;

(d) in a position free from danger from the passage of the load;
(e) clearly marked to show their purpose and method of operation.

5.1.15. Lifting appliances should be equipped with devices that would prevent the
load from over-running and prevent the load from moving if power fails.

5.1.16. The operator of every lifting appliance used outdoors except those used
for short periods should be provided with:

(a) a safe cabin with full protection from weather and adverse climatic conditions, and
designed and constructed in accordance with ergonomic principles;
(b) a clear and unrestricted view of the area of operation;

(c) safe access to and egress from the cabin, including situations where the operator is
taken ill.

Operation

5.1.17. No lifting appliance should be operated by a worker who:
(a) is below 18 years of age;

(b) is not medically fit;
(c) has not received appropriate training in accordance with national laws and
regulations or is not properly qualified.

5.1.18. A lifting appliance or item of lifting gear should not be loaded beyond its
safe working load or loads, except for testing purposes as specified by and under the
direction of a competent person.

5.1.19. Where necessary to guard against danger, no lifting appliance should be
used without the provision of suitable signalling arrangements or devices.

5.1.20. No person should be raised, lowered or carried by a lifting appliance
unless it is constructed, installed and used for that purpose in accordance with national
laws and regulations, except in an emergency situation:
(a) in which serious personal injury or fatality may occur;

(b) for which the lifting appliance can safely be used.

5.1.21. Every part of a load in the course of being hoisted or lowered should be
adequately suspended or supported so as to prevent danger.

5.1.22. Every platform or receptacle used for hoisting bricks, tiles, slates or other
loose material should be so enclosed as to prevent the fall of any of the material.

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