OSH Act. General Duty (MEWPS workplace inspections)

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPS) Safe Use

6.5 Work Place Inspection

Before and during the use of the MEWP, the user shall ensure and the operator shall perform a workplace inspection in the area in which the MEWP is used shall be checked for possible hazards, such as but not limited to:

  1. a) drop-offs or holes, including those concealed by water, ice, mud, etc.;

HAZARD: Employee is exposed to operational (MEWPS) hazards.

ABATEMENT: User MUST ensure that the operator performs a workplace inspection and check for possible hazards such as drop-offs or holes.