Governing Regulations
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA, an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor, is charged with the enforcement of safety and health conditions of workers through the use of regulations published in the Code of Federal Regulations. OSHA regulations are published in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Part 1910 is reserved for general industry standards while Part 1926 is designated for construction industry standards. Aerial boom lifts are covered in multiple locations throughout both parts.
The following OSHA regulations are applicable to aerial boom lifts:
- 1910.67 - Vehicle-mounted Elevating and Rotating Work Platforms
- 1910.269 - Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
- 1926.453 - Aerial Lifts
- 1926.454 - Training Requirements
- 1926.502 - Fall Protection Systems Criteria and Practices
- 1926.503 - Training Requirements
Additionally, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is an organization that uses industry experts to set consensus standards on various topics. ANSI has issued ANSI/SAIA A92.2, vehicle-mounted elevating and rotating aerial devices. Many OSHA regulations are based on ANSI standards, and often adopt or incorporate an ANSI standard via "incorporation by reference." The incorporated standard becomes part of the OSHA regulation and is no longer voluntary. OSHA requires that all aerial lifts are designed and constructed in accordance with ANSI A92.2.
The Aerial Boom Lift Safety course meets the requirements set forth by OSHA for aerial boom lift certification.
