b'CODE OF SAFE PRACTICE GUIDELINESCODE OF SAFE PRACTICE GUIDELINE FOR MAST CLIMBING WORK PLATFORMS (MCWP)Developed for industry by the Access Association of Canada (AAC)V 1.1 [EFFECTIVE MAY 2024] B354.10). Modifications or alterations8. Use all required personal fall protection It shall be the responsibility of all usersnot consistent with the manufacturersequipment during erection and to read and comply with the followingOwners Manual must be approveddismantle, or when a fall hazard exists.recommended guidelines, which arein writing by the manufacturer. If9.To reduce the risk of fall exposure, intended to promote safety in the erecting,the manufacturer is no longer infully plank extension platforms and dismantling, alteration and use of mastbusiness, modifications shall be madewalkways using scaffold grade planks climbing work platforms. only with written instruction from aor equivalent. Ensure that the tie space professionalengineer. between the mast and wall is fully GENERAL GUIDELINES: 4.Before using a MCWP, consult weatherplanked or guardrails are installed.1. Post these safety guidelines in areports to ensure wind will not exceed10.Do not exceed the maximum load conspicuous place. Ensure that allthe maximum allowable in-service speedlimitations (capacity) for the specific persons who erect, use, operate oras determined by the manufacturer.configuration of the MCWP you are dismantle MCWPs are made aware5. Before using a MCWP, a pre-startoperating. Consult the operations of these safe practices and have beeninspection must be completed andmanual for the maximum platform trained in the safe operation of theloading charts and diagrams for the equipment. Only persons who aredocumented before each shift. Confirmspecific configuration of the MCWP. authorized and have received thefrequent and annual inspections have required training are permitted onbeen completed as required. Check forEnsure that operators are aware of the theplatform. hazards such as debris, slippery surfaces,maximum allowable load limits, proper overhead obstructions, high voltageload distribution and the weights of 2. Follow all equipment manufacturershazards, inadequate base support andmaterials to be on the MCWP. A copy instructions and instructions as writtenother unsafe conditions. of the load chart that shows the specific in the Owners Manual. Abide by allconfiguration shall be posted on the local, state/provincial and federal6. I nspections and maintenance shallMCWP in a conspicuous place.statutes and regulations in your areabe performed as required to ensure11. Ensure that the maximum allowable pertaining to MCWPs including butfor proper and safe operation.number of persons on the platform is not limited to CSA B354.10, Safe useMCWPs not in compliance withnot exceeded. Ensure that the number of and best practices for mast climbingmanufacturers guidelines must bequalified operators exceeds the number work platforms (MCWPs), B354.11 andremoved from service until rectified orof operator stations by at least one. B354.11, Training for mast climbingrepaired by an Authorized/Qualified work platforms(MCWPs). ServiceTechnician. 12. The operators manual(s) shall be stored 3. Erect, dismantle or alter a MCWP7. Ensure guardrails and mast guards areand maintained in good condition on the platform at all times. only under the supervision of ainstalled during normal operation. competent person. Erection, dismantleEnsure that proper access to the13.No person shall erect, use, operate, ride and alterations shall be done inplatform is provided and that accessor dismantle the MCWP if they are accordance with a Risk Assessmentgates function properly and other accessunder the influence of drugs, alcohol or and Method Statement (see CSAlocations are protected with guardrails. other substances.14THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ACCESS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA'