212.1(1)For every critical lift, an employer and a contractor shall each ensure that a code of practice is established that contains the following information:Â
(a)
rigging details;
(b)
wind speed limitations;
(c)
maximum hoist line speed;
(d)
maximum crane travel speed, if applicable;
(e)
details concerning load distribution;
(f)
the need for and position of signallers, if applicable; and
(g)
a description of an effective communications system that employees involved in the critical lift shall use.
212.1(2)Before commencing a critical lift, an employer or a contractor shall inform the employees involved in the critical lift of the content of the code of practice and the supervisor shall document the communication of the information.
212.1(3)The requirements of subsection (2) apply whenever there is a change in the employees involved in a critical lift.
212.1(4)Whenever there is a change in the equipment involved in a critical lift, an employer and a contractor shall each ensure that a new code of practice is established for the equipment that contains the information set out in subsection (1).
212.1(5)An employer shall ensure that a copy of the code of practice is readily available to employees involved in the critical lift.
212.1(6)An employee shall comply with the code of practice and an employer shall ensure that employees comply with the code of practice.