Operations

Question 1

What things should you check before raising the EWP platform? List 2 things:

Answer 1

Safety harness is attached or connected to the anchor point
Obstructions and hazards
Terrain
Hanging objects
Safe working radius
No loose items on platform
Wind speed

Question 2

Why is it important to be constantly aware of the boom and platform movement?

Answer 2

To ensure that all aspects of operation are conducted in a safe and efficient manner

Question 3

Before travelling with the EWP what must you always check for? List 3 precautions:

Answer 3

Stability of EWP
Other workers
Falling objects
Pedestrians
Traffic
Weather
Power lines
Items on the platform are secure
Ground conditions
Adequate lightning

Question 4

When mobiling the EWP, what must you be constantly alert for at a worksite? List 3 precautions:

Answer 4

Travelling at a safe speed
Travel path is stable and clear of obstructions
Traffic and pedestrian controls are in place
Intended path is communicated to appropriate personnel

Question 5

What precautions must you take when working with an EWP over water?

Answer 5

Wearing a life jacket
Rescue plan
Rescue boat
Do not attach lanyard to anchor point

Question 6

What must you do if someone enters the exclusion zone whilst you are operating the EWP? List 3 actions:

Answer 6

Stop work immediately
Identify the person in the exclusion zone
Direct spotter to remove the person in exclusion zone
Lower the basket to the ground
Report as per workplace procedures

Question 7

If the motor cuts out while you are elevated in the EWP basket. What could be done to bring the basket safely back to the ground? List 2 actions

Answer 7

Hydro-electric pump
Hand operated pump

Question 8

You are operating the EWP when suddenly you feel the EWP moves and/or drops or tilts. List 2 things that can be done

Answer 8

Stop work immediately
Alert people around
Attempt to identify the problem
Tag it out of service

Question 9

You have finished your job and are shutting down the EWP. List 4 things you should do:

Answer 9

Check for any hazards and then lower the EWP safely
Conduct a shutdown inspection
Complete EWP logbook
Secure tools and harness
Disengage PTO
Remove keys
Raise and pin outriggers
Install boom locking pin and strap