Washington Administrative Code
Title 296 - Labor and Industries, Department of
Chapter 296-829 - Helicopters used as lifting machines
Section 296-829-40020 - Make sure the load is handled correctly
Current through Register Vol. 24-06, March 15, 2024
(1) You must make sure signal systems, whether radio or hand signals, are checked before hoisting the load. When using hand signals, use those shown in Illustration 1.
(2) You must make sure workers on the ground do either of the following before touching the suspended load:
(3) You must make sure there are enough employees for safe loading and unloading operations.
(4) You must make sure constant communications are maintained between the pilot and signal person.
(5) You must make sure the signal person is distinctly recognizable from other ground personnel.
Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. 04-09-099, § 296-829-40020, filed 4/20/04, effective 9/1/04.