b'CODE OF SAFE PRACTICE GUIDELINESCODE OF SAFE PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR MAST CLIMBING WORK PLATFORMS (MCWPs)Developed for industry by the Access Association of Canada (AAC)I t shall be the responsibility of all usersbusiness, modifications shall be madebetween the mast and wall is fully to read and comply with the followingonly with written instruction from aplanked or guardrails are installed.recommended guidelines, which areprofessionalengineer. 10.Do not exceed the maximum load intended to promote safety in the erecting,4.Before using an MCWP, consult weatherlimitations (capacity) for the specific dismantling, alteration and use of mastreports to ensure wind will not exceedconfiguration of the MCWP you are climbing work platforms (MCWPs). the maximum allowable in-service speedoperating. Consult the operations GENERAL GUIDELINES: as determined by the manufacturer. manual for the maximum platform 1. Post these safety guidelines in a5. Before using an MCWP, a pre-startloading charts and diagrams for the conspicuous place. Ensure that allinspection must be completed andspecific configuration of the MCWP. persons who erect, use, operate ordocumented before each shift. ConfirmEnsure that operators are aware of the dismantle MCWPs are made awarefrequent and annual inspections havemaximum allowable load limits, proper of these safe practices and have beenbeen completed as required. Check forload distribution and the weights of trained in the safe operation of thehazards such as debris, slippery surfaces,materials to be on the MCWP. A copy equipment. Only persons who areoverhead obstructions, high-voltageof the load chart that shows the specific authorized and have received thehazards, inadequate base support andconfiguration shall be posted on the required training are permitted onother unsafe conditions. MCWP in a conspicuous place.theplatform. 11. Ensure that the maximum allowable 6.Inspections and maintenance shallnumber of persons on the platform is 2.Follow all equipment manufacturersbe performed as required to ensurenot exceeded. Ensure that the number instructions and instructions as writtenproper and safe operation. MCWPsof qualified operators exceeds the in the owners manual. Abide by all local,not in compliance with manufacturersnumber of operator stations by at state/provincial and federal statutes andguidelines must be removed fromleastone.regulations in your area pertaining toservice until rectified or repaired MCWPs, including, but not limited to,by an Authorized/Qualified Service12. The operators manual(s) shall be stored CSA B354.10 Safe Use and Best PracticesTechnician. and maintained in good condition on for Mast Climbing Work Platforms7. Ensure guardrails and mast guards arethe platform at all times.(MCWPs), B354.11 Training for Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWPs). installed during normal operation.13.No person shall erect, use, operate, ride Ensure that proper access to the platformor dismantle the MCWP if they are 3. Erect, dismantle or alter an MCWPis provided, that access gates functionunder the influence of drugs, alcohol oronly under the supervision of aproperly and that other access locationsother substances.competent person. Erection, dismantleare protected with guardrails. 14. Ensure that no material or person(s) and alterations shall be done in8. Use all required personal fall protectioncan project beyond or overhang the accordance with a Risk Assessmentequipment during erection andplatform guardrails.and Method Statement (see CSAdismantle, or when a fall hazard exists.B354.10). Modifications or alterations15.Personnel shall maintain a firm footing not consistent with the manufacturers9. To reduce the risk of fall exposure,at all times while working on the owners manual must be approvedfully plank extension platforms andplatform floor. Use of ladders, stools in writing by the manufacturer. Ifwalkways using scaffold-grade planksand such on the MCWP to achieve the manufacturer is no longer inor equivalent. Ensure that the tie spaceadditional height or reach is prohibited. 14THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ACCESS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA'