1926.1412(d) Each Shift

A competent person must begin a visual inspection prior to each shift the equipment will be used, which must be completed before or during that shift. The inspection must consist of observation for apparent deficiencies. Taking apart equipment components and booming down is not required as part of this inspection unless the results of the visual inspection or trial operation indicate that further investigation necessitating taking apart equipment components or booming down is needed. Determinations made in conducting the inspection must be reassessed in light of observations made during operation. At a minimum the inspection must include all of the following:

Control mechanisms for maladjustments interfering with proper operation.

Air, hydraulic, and other pressurized lines for deterioration or leakage, particularly those which flex in normal operation.

Tires (when in use) for proper inflation and condition.

Hooks and latches for deformation, cracks, excessive wear, or damage such as from chemicals or heat.

Wire rope reeving for compliance with the manufacturer's specifications.

Wire rope, in accordance with § 1926.1413(a).

Electrical apparatus for malfunctioning, signs of apparent excessive deterioration, dirt or moisture accumulation.

Ground conditions around the equipment for proper support, including ground settling under and around outriggers/stabilizers and supporting foundations, ground water accumulation, or similar conditions. This paragraph does not apply to the inspection of ground conditions for railroad tracks and their underlying support when the railroad tracks are part of the general railroad system of transportation that is regulated pursuant to the Federal Railroad Administration under 49 CFR part 213.

The equipment for level position within the tolerances specified by the equipment manufacturer's recommendations, both before each shift and after each move and setup.

Operator cab windows for significant cracks, breaks, or other deficiencies that would hamper the operator's view.

Rails, rail stops, rail clamps and supporting surfaces when the equipment has rail traveling. This paragraph does not apply to the inspection of rails, rail stops, rail clamps and supporting surfaces when the railroad tracks are part of the general railroad system of transportation that is regulated pursuant to the Federal Railroad Administration under 49 CFR part 213.

Safety devices and operational aids for proper operation.

Control and drive mechanisms for apparent excessive wear of components and contamination by lubricants, water or other foreign matter.

If any deficiency in paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (xiii) of this section (or in additional inspection items required to be checked for specific types of equipment in accordance with other sections of this standard) is identified, an immediate determination must be made by the competent person as to whether the deficiency constitutes a safety hazard. If the deficiency is determined to constitute a safety hazard, the equipment must be taken out of service until it has been corrected. See § 1926.1417.

If any deficiency in paragraph (d)(1)(xiv) of this section (safety devices/operational aids) is identified, the action specified in § 1926.1415 and § 1926.1416 must be taken prior to using the equipment.