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Qualifications for operators of below-the-hook lifting devices.

Table 40

Qualifications for Operators of Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices

Type of lifter	Knowledge of:
	•	Any special operations or precautions;
All lifters	•	Manufacturer's suggested operating procedures;
	•	Storage requirements of the lifter to protect it from damage.
Structural and mechanical	•	Application of the lifter to the load and adjustments, if any, that adapt the lifter to various sizes or kinds of loads;
	•	Condition of the load, such as but not limited to:
Vacuum		■	Balance;
		■	Surface cleanliness;
Close proximity		■	Flatness;
Lifting magnets		■	Bending;
		■	Load thickness.
Remotely operated lifting magnets	•	Not exceeding the rated load of the lifting device nor the capacity of the hoisting equipment by the combined weight of the load, lifting device, and rigging;
	•	The proper attachment of adapters to lifting for special load handling.
Vacuum	•	Charging of battery (if applicable);
Close proximity lifting magnets	•	The use and understanding of:
		■	Meters;
		■	Alarms.
Remotely operated lifting magnets
It is recommended that the operator demonstrates the ability to operate the lifter safely and as outlined above prior to using the lifter.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.440, 49.17.060, and 29 C.F.R. 1926, Subpart CC. WSR 12-01-086, § 296-155-56415, filed 12/20/11, effective 2/1/12.]