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135. (1) A scaffold platform or other work platform, (a) shall be at least 460 millimetres wide; (b) if it is 2.4 metres or more above a floor, roof or other surface, consist of planks laid tightly side by side for the full width of the scaffold; (c) shall be provided with a guardrail as required by section 26.3; (d) shall be provided with a means of access as required by section 70; (e) shall not have any unguarded openings; and (f) shall have each component secured against slipping from its supports. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 135 (1); O. Reg. 527/00, s. 4. (2) A scaffold platform or other work platform made of sawn lumber planks shall have planks of number 1 grade spruce that do not have any defect affecting their load-carrying capacity and, (a) that bear a legible grade identification stamp or are permanently identified as being number 1 grade spruce; (b) that are at least forty-eight millimetres thick by 248 millimetres wide; (c) that are arranged so that their span does not exceed 2.1 metres; (d) that overhang their supports by not less than 150 millimetres and not more than 300 millimetres; and (e) that are cleated or otherwise secured against slipping. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 135 (2).
136. (1) Cubes of masonry units on a scaffold platform shall be placed directly over the scaffold frame. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (1). (2) If it is not practicable to comply with subsection (1), the masonry units shall be placed on the scaffold platform in a manner that conforms with the load capability provisions of the scaffold platform as set out in section 134. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (2). (3) The surface of an outrigger bracket platform used by a masonry worker shall be not more than one metre below the associated material storage platform. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (3). (4) Masonry units to be installed in a building or structure shall be distributed along the scaffold platform before being used. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 136 (4).
136.0.1 (1) The distance between the platform of an outrigger scaffold and the wall beyond which the scaffold extends shall not exceed 75 millimetres. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 10. (2) The outrigger beams of an outrigger scaffold shall be secured against horizontal and vertical movement. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 10. Suspended Work Platforms and Boatswain’s Chairs interpretation and application
136.1 In sections 137 to 142.06, “allowable suspended load” means the combined weight of a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair, the hoisting device or devices, the rated platform capacity and the suspended portion of the suspension line or lines; (charge suspendue admissible”) “anchorage connector” means a component or a system of components of a fixed support that secures a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair and its associated suspension lines and lifelines to the fixed support; (“connecteur d’ancrage”) “CSA Standard Z271-10” means Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Standard Z271-10, Safety Code for Suspended Platforms; (“norme CSA Z271-10”) “work platform” means a built or manufactured work surface that, as the context requires, is intended to be used as or is in use as the work area of a suspended work platform system, but does not include a boatswain’s chair. (“plateforme de travail”) O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
136.2 Sections 137 to 142.06 do not apply to multi-point suspended work platforms. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. general requirements: design
137. (1) Every suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair, including all components and connections of the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, shall be designed by an engineer in accordance with, (a) good engineering practice; (b) CSA Standard Z271-10, with the exception of clauses 6.1.1 (b) and 6.1.2; (c) the requirements of this section; and (d) for a suspended work platform, the requirements of section 137.1. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (2) For the purposes of clause (1) (b), every reference to the National Building Code of Canada in CSA Standard Z271-10 shall be deemed to be a reference to the Building Code. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) Every suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair shall be designed to be able to support or resist, (a) the rated platform capacity; and (b) any other loads likely to be applied to it, including the loads specified in clause 6.1.5 (Design loads from forces imposed on a platform) of CSA Standard Z271-10. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) The design of a suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair shall take into account the potential increased loads due to wind on all components of the suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair if shielding, tarpaulins, enclosures, signs, banners or other similar items were used or attached. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) The design of a work platform or boatswain’s chair shall use the factored load combination calculated in accordance with subsection (6). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (6) The factored load combination shall be calculated as follows: ρ(αDD + γαLL) where, ρ is an impact factor of 1.25, αD  is a dead load factor 1.25, D  is the dead load, γ  is an importance factor of 1.9, αL  is a live load factor of 1.5, and L  is the live load. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
137.1 (1) In addition to the requirements set out in section 137, a suspended work platform shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) A work platform shall not have a span of greater than 30 metres between adjacent points of suspension. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The rated platform capacity for a suspended work platform shall use the relevant minimum live load determined as follows: 1. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is 12 metres or less, the minimum live load shall be 340 kilograms. 2. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 12 metres but not more than 15 metres, the minimum live load shall be 450 kilograms. 3. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 15 metres but not more than 20 metres, the minimum live load shall be 680 kilograms. 4. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 20 metres but not more than 25 metres, the minimum live load shall be 900 kilograms. 5. If the span of the work platform between adjacent points of suspension is greater than 25 metres but not more than 30 metres, the minimum live load shall be 1,130 kilograms. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) There shall be an additional load allowance for any construction debris or abrasive blasting grit to a depth of at least 25 millimetres and for other materials that may accumulate or be placed on the work platform as a result of the work. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) In the case of a modular suspended work platform system, all connections used to transfer a load from one module to another shall be designed to withstand at least the design loads as specified in this section, and any other external loads or forces. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (6) Despite section 26.3, a guardrail system on a work platform shall meet the requirements of clause 6.4 (Guardrail System) of CSA Standard Z271-10, with the exception of clause 6.4.1 (b). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
137.2 Design drawings for a work platform shall, (a) set out the size and specifications of all the components of the work platform, including the type and grade of all materials to be used; (b) state the maximum rated platform capacity of the work platform; (c) state welding specifications for all welds used on the work platform, including weld length, weld locations and welding fillers to be used; and (d) identify all critical welds used on the work platform. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
137.3 (1) A work platform shall not be used unless the requirements of this section have been satisfied. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) In the case of a work platform designed before January 1, 2017, an engineer shall prepare a report that confirms that the structural integrity of the work platform is at least equal to the structural integrity of a work platform designed in accordance with sections 137 and 137.1. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (3) In the case of a work platform designed on or after January 1, 2017, an engineer shall prepare a report that, (a) confirms that the work platform meets the requirements of sections 137 and 137.1; (b) confirms that the suspended work platform’s design and configuration have been tested to and meet the performance requirements set out in sections 7 to 11 of the ANSI/UL 1322-2004 Standard, “Fabricated Scaffold Planks and Stages”, for the rated platform capacity and worst-case configurations; (c) provides the results of the tests described in clause (b); (d) subject to subsection (4), provides proof that the manufacturer of a suspended work platform or suspended work platform module has been certified to International Standard ISO 9001, Quality management systems – Requirements; and (e) includes, if required under subsection (4), the quality assurance report described in clause (4) (c). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) If there is no proof available that the manufacturer has been certified to ISO 9001, an engineer shall, (a) ensure that every critical weld of the work platform is subjected to a non-destructive test; (b) examine all components of the work platform to ensure they are manufactured in accordance with the design drawings referred to in section 137.2; (c) prepare a written quality assurance report that, (i) confirms that every critical weld and every structural component referred to in subsection 139.1 (2) is correctly manufactured and has no defects, and (ii) includes the results of non-destructive tests described in clause (a) and the examination described in clause (b). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (5) The work platform shall be assembled in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for assembly. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (6) While a work platform is in use at a project, the employer shall, (a) make available to an inspector on request, the design drawings for the work platform; and (b) keep at the project and make available to an inspector on request, the report prepared under subsection (2) or (3) and the manufacturer’s instructions for assembly of the work platform. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. general requirements: worker training
138. (1) An employer shall ensure that a worker successfully completes a training program that meets the requirements set out in subsection (2) at the following times: 1. Before the worker uses a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair for the first time. 2. As often as is necessary, but at least every three years, after the worker uses a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair for the first time. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The training program referred to in subsection (1) shall, (a) consist of adequate oral and written instruction for using a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, including instruction on, (i) the regulations under the Act that apply to the work, (ii) fall hazards related to the use of the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, (iii) selecting, putting on, using and inspecting personal protective equipment, and its components, that the worker is required to wear, (iv) identifying and using fixed supports for a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair and for the worker’s fall arrest system, (v) the components, functions and limitations of a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, tiebacks and operational controls, (vi) reading and using roof plans and work plans, (vii) the load limitations of the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, and (viii) elements of emergency rescue from a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair; and (b) require the worker to demonstrate proficiency in, (i) selecting, putting on, using and inspecting the personal protective equipment the worker is required to use, (ii) rigging procedures and tying adequate knots, (iii) locating fixed supports that are identified in a roof plan, (iv) safely operating the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, and (v) operating the controls of the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The employer shall ensure that the person who provides the training program referred to in subsection (1) prepares and signs a written record for every worker who successfully completes the program and shall provide such written proof to the worker. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) A worker shall have the written proof described in subsection (3) readily available at a project. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
138.1 (1) An employer shall designate a competent worker to be responsible for the installation and inspection of a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair before it is put into service for the first time. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The employer shall ensure that the competent worker successfully completes a training program that meets the requirements set out in subsection (3) at the following times: 1. Before the competent worker installs or inspects the installation of a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair for the first time. 2. As often as is necessary, but at least every three years, after the worker installs or inspects the installation of a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair for the first time. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The training program referred to in subsection (2) shall, (a) consist of adequate oral and written instruction on, (i) rigging, (ii) methods to secure beams and equipment, (iii) fixed supports, (iv) principles of suspension lines, hoisting devices and load limits, (v) manufacturers’ instructions for assembling, installing and disassembling suspended work platform systems or boatswain’s chairs, (vi) reading and using roof plans and work plans, (vii) securing suspended work platform systems or boatswain’s chairs to the face of a building, and (viii) electrical systems; and (b) require the competent worker to demonstrate proficiency in, (i) installing and torqueing rigging hardware in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, (ii) inspecting cable and terminations in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, (iii) tying of adequate numbers of different knots, (iv) properly setting up a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair in accordance with roof plans, work plans and the manufacturer’s instructions, including, (A) selection and use of fixed supports, (B) set up of equipment, (C) use of hoists, including reeving cables, (D) use of descent controls and emergency controls, (E) impact of different work plans on set up of equipment, and (F) protection of public ways. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 142/17, s. 16. (4) The employer shall ensure that the person who provides the training program referred to in subsection (2) prepares and signs a written record for every competent worker who successfully completes the program and shall provide such written proof to the competent worker. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) A competent worker shall have the written proof described in subsection (4) readily available at a project. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. general requirements: testing
139. (1) An employer shall ensure that, prior to the first use of a suspended work platform system at a project, the entire system, including its suspension lines, has been inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with this Regulation, the manufacturer’s instructions, and clause 11 (Inspection and Testing) and Clause 12 (Maintenance) of CSA Standard Z271-10. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The employer shall ensure that the inspection, testing and maintenance referred to in subsection (1) is completed by, (a) a competent worker; or (b) if the CSA Standard Z271-10 requires the inspection or test be performed by a person with specific qualifications, such person. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
140. (1) An employer who uses a suspended work platform system shall ensure that there are permanent equipment logs respecting components of the suspended work platform system and that the logs, (a) comply with clause 13 (Equipment Log) of CSA Standard Z271-10; and (b) include a record of the inspections, tests, repairs, modifications and maintenance performed on the components. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The employer shall make the permanent equipment logs available to an inspector on request. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. pre-use requirements: fixed supports, roof plans, work plans and installation
141. (1) The supplier of or employer who owns a suspended work platform system shall ensure that all of its components are marked or labelled in accordance with clause 10.2 (Markings) of CSA Standard Z271-10. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The supplier of or employer who owns a suspended work platform system shall ensure that each of the following structural components of every work platform is marked with a unique identifier: 1. A truss. 2. An end frame. 3. A stirrup. 4. A module connector. 5. A corner or angled section. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) Despite subsection (2), if a work platform module is manufactured as a single unit, it may be marked with a single unique identifier. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
141.1 (1) Every fixed support shall be designed by an engineer in accordance with the requirements of this section. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (2) A fixed support shall be designed and constructed to support all loads to which it may be subjected. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The design of a fixed support shall use the factored loads calculated in accordance with subsection (4). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) The following values of load factors, as described in the provisions of the Building Code that address Limit States Design, shall be applied to calculate the factored loads for an outrigger and supporting structure, excluding anchorage connectors: 1. Live load factor = 3.0. 2. Dead load factor = 1.25. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 142/17, s. 18. (5) A component of a fixed support that may be subject to overturning shall be designed and constructed to support at least four times its allowable suspended load or force. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (6) Subject to subsection (7), an anchorage connector shall be designed to resist, (a) the application of 22.2 kilonewtons in any direction without fracture of any component or pullout from the fixed support; and (b) a test loading of 11.1 kilonewtons without permanent deformation of any component when subjected to the test loading in the direction or directions that generate the most critical effect on the fixed support with respect to stability and strength. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (7) For a suspended work platform system with a span between adjacent points of suspension of greater than 12 metres and up to 30 metres, the anchorage connectors for supporting the suspended work platform system shall be designed in accordance with good engineering practice to support the allowable suspended load and the minimum live loads for the length of the suspended work platform to be used, as set out in subsection 137.1 (3). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
141.2 (1) Every owner of a building or structure where a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair is to be used shall ensure that there is a roof plan for the building or structure and ensure that the plan, (a) contains drawings and layout diagrams that show the positions of all fixed supports on the building or structure; (b) indicates whether the fixed supports are adequate for the purposes of attaching work platforms, boatswain’s chairs and lifelines; (c) meets the requirements of clause 10.1.2 (Roof Plan) of CSA Standard Z271-10; and (d) has been approved in writing by an engineer. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (2) The owner shall post a legible copy of the roof plan near every entrance to the roof or top level of the building or structure where the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair is to be used. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The owner shall provide a copy of the roof plan to the constructor for a project at the building or structure. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) The constructor shall ensure that every employer whose workers are to use the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair at the building or structure has received a copy of the roof plan. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) No employer or constructor shall permit a worker to use a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair on a building or structure unless the employer or constructor has received a copy of the roof plan and, if required, the design drawings and written procedures prepared under subsection 141.3 (2). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
141.3 (1) If the roof plan required under section 141.2 indicates that the fixed supports on the building or structure are not adequate for the purposes of attaching a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair and lifelines, if any, the owner shall provide the constructor for a project at the building or structure with any structural drawings for the building or structure that the owner has control over. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The constructor shall ensure that an engineer prepares, using any structural drawings provided by the owner under subsection (1), design drawings and written procedures that indicate the manner in which the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair and lifelines, if any, must be supported from the building or structure during the relevant project. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (3) The constructor shall ensure that every employer whose workers are to use the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair and lifelines, if any, at the building or structure has received a copy of the design drawings and written procedures. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
141.4 (1) The owner of a building or structure shall ensure that all fixed supports identified in the roof plan are inspected, maintained and tested in accordance with clause 11 (Inspection and Testing) of CSA Standard Z271-10 and the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) Without limiting the generality of subsection (1), the owner shall ensure that a fixed support identified in the roof plan is inspected by an engineer, (a) before being used for the first time after it is installed and after every time that it is repaired or modified; (b) as often as necessary and at least as often as recommended by the manufacturer of the fixed support; (c) at least once within the 12-month period preceding its use; and (d) if an engineer, an employer, a supervisor or a worker advises the owner that there are reasonable grounds to believe the fixed support is defective or not adequate to support the suspended work platform, boatswain’s chair or lifeline. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (3) An owner who has been advised under clause (2) (d) shall ensure that the fixed support in question is not used until the requirements in subsections (4) and (5) are met, as applicable. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) The engineer who performs an inspection under subsection (2) shall prepare a written report that, (a) indicates whether the fixed support meets the requirements of section 141.1 and is adequate for the purposes of attaching a suspended work platform, boatswain’s chair or lifeline; and (b) if the fixed support is not adequate, indicates the defects and hazardous conditions of the fixed support. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (5) A fixed support that has been identified in the report of the engineer as having a defect or hazardous condition shall not be used until the owner of the building or structure ensures that, (a) the defect or hazardous condition of the fixed support has been repaired, modified or corrected; and (b) the fixed support has been inspected and tested by an engineer in accordance with clause 11.3.3 (Anchorage connectors) of CSA Standard Z271-10 and the engineer has determined the fixed support to be adequate to support a suspended work platform, boatswain’s chair or lifeline. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (6) The owner of the building or structure shall, respecting a fixed support, (a) keep a permanent record, in accordance with clause 13 (Equipment Log) of CSA Standard Z271-10, of all inspections, tests, repairs, modifications and maintenance of the fixed support as long as the fixed support is used; (b) make the record available, on request, to an inspector; and (c) make the record available, on request, to a constructor of a project where workers are to use a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair and lifelines, if any. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (7) No employer or constructor shall permit a worker to use a fixed support unless the employer or constructor has ensured that the fixed support has been inspected, maintained and tested as required by this section, and, if applicable, the requirements in subsections (4) and (5) are met. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
141.6 (1) Only a designated competent worker who has successfully completed the training program under section 138.1 shall install, alter or dismantle a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) A suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, including all components and connections of the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, shall be erected, installed, used and dismantled in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and, (a) a generic installation drawing; or (b) in the case of a suspended work platform system, a site-specific drawing if not all of the requirements in the generic installation drawing can be satisfied or if one of the circumstances set out in subsection (3) applies. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The following are circumstances for the purposes of clause (2) (b): 1. There will be stacked or tiered work platforms. 2. There will be a work platform that, including its components, weighs more than 525 kilograms. 3. There will be a work platform that has a span greater than 12 metres between adjacent points of suspension. 4. There will be a work platform that has more than two primary suspension lines. 5. More than two hoisting devices will be used to move a work platform. 6. There will be a work platform that has any shielding, tarpaulin, enclosure, sign or banner on it that may increase the wind loads on the components of the suspended work platform system. 7. The vertical distance between the top of a suspension line and the lowest point on the street, ground or other horizontal surface under a work platform will exceed 150 metres. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
141.7 (1) This section applies if a generic installation drawing is used under clause 141.6 (2) (a). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) A designated competent worker who has successfully completed the training program under section 138.1 shall inspect a suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair to determine whether the installed suspended work platform system or installed powered boatswain’s chair complies with the drawing, (a) before it is put into service after it has been installed for the first time on a project; and (b) if it is relocated at the project, at the new location before it is put into service. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The designated competent worker shall provide a written report of the inspection indicating whether the installed suspended work platform system or installed powered boatswain’s chair complies with the drawing. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) The suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair shall not be put into service unless the designated competent worker’s report indicates that the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair has been installed in accordance with the drawing. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) While the suspended work platform system or powered boatswain’s chair is at the project, the employer shall keep at the project, and make available to an inspector on request, the generic installation drawing and every report prepared by a designated competent worker under subsection (3). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
141.8 (1) This section applies if a site-specific installation drawing is used under clause 141.6 (2) (b). O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The site-specific installation drawing shall be prepared by an engineer. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (3) An engineer shall inspect a suspended work platform system after it has been installed for the first time at a project and before it is put into service and shall prepare a written report indicating whether the suspended work platform system complies with the drawing. O. Reg. 64/18, s. 1; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (4) A suspended work platform system shall not be put into service unless the engineer’s report indicates it has been installed in accordance with the drawing. O. Reg. 64/18, s. 1; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 4. (5) If a suspended work platform system is relocated at a project, a deviation from the site-specific drawing is permitted if the deviation is approved by an engineer. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (6) A suspended work platform system shall not be put into service at the new location unless, (a) the suspended work platform system was inspected, (i) if the installation at the new location was in accordance with the site-specific drawing, by either an engineer or by a designated competent worker who has successfully completed the training program under section 138.1, or (ii) if the installation at the new location was in accordance with the site-specific installation drawing and a deviation from it was approved by an engineer, by an engineer; and (b) a report prepared under subsection (7) or (8) indicates that the suspended work platform system has been installed in accordance with the drawing and approved deviations, if any. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (7) In the case of an inspection under subclause 6 (a) (i), the engineer or designated competent worker shall provide a written report of the inspection indicating whether the installed suspended work platform system complies with the drawing. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (8) In the case of an inspection under subclause 6 (a) (ii), the engineer shall provide a written report of the inspection indicating whether the installed suspended work platform system complies with the drawing and approved deviations. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (9) While the suspended work platform system is at the project, the employer shall keep at the project, and make available to an inspector on request, the site-specific installation drawing, any approved deviations and every report prepared under this section. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. project-specific use requirements
142. The employer shall ensure that the rated platform capacity of a suspended work platform, work platform module or boatswain’s chair is posted conspicuously on the suspended work platform, work platform module or boatswain’s chair, as the case may be. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
142.01 (1) A suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair and the suspension lines of the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair shall be attached to a fixed support in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) Every suspension line of a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair shall, (a) be made of wire rope, subject to subsection 142.03 (1); (b) be vertical from the fixed support, including the outrigger beam; (c) be parallel to every other suspension line, if any; (d) extend to the ground or have a positive stop that prevents the suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair  from running off the end of the suspension line or lines; (e) have each connecting end wrapped around a protective thimble and adequately fastened; (f) be capable, along with its attachment components, of supporting at least 10 times the maximum load to which it may be subjected; and (g) have fastenings and terminations that are, (i) corrosion-resistant, (ii) capable of developing at least 80 per cent of the rated breaking strength of the suspension line itself, (iii) recommended by the manufacturer for use with suspended work platforms or boatswain’s chairs, and (iv) installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) A U-type rope clamp shall not be used on a suspension line or tie-back. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) A hoisting device on a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair shall, (a) have legible operating and safety instructions affixed to it in a conspicuous location; and (b) meet the requirements of clause 8 (Hoisting) of CSA Standard Z271-10. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) A suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair shall not be loaded in such a manner as to exceed the rated platform capacity for its work platform or individual platform module, or the rated hoist capacity.  O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (6) A work platform or boatswain’s chair shall not be suspended or used at any time the wind speed exceeds 40 kilometres per hour. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (7) If an outrigger beam is to be used as a fixed support, it shall, (a) be tied back and securely fastened to the building or structure, or a component of the building or structure, by a secondary cable or wire rope capable of supporting the allowable suspended load; (b) be secured against horizontal and vertical movement; (c) have securely attached counterweights that are designed and manufactured for the purpose; and (d) have adequate legible instructions, provided by the manufacturer or an engineer, for the use of the counterweights affixed to the outrigger beam. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5.
142.02 (1) All wire rope terminations of the suspension line of a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair, including swaged socket and poured socket terminations, spliced eye terminations and turnback eye terminations shall, after installation onto the wire rope and prior to being used for the first time, be tested, (a) in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer of the wire rope or termination; and (b) to no more than 50 per cent of the wire rope’s nominal or minimum rated breaking strength. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) While the suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair is at the project and the termination remains in service, an employer shall keep at the project, and make available to an inspector on request, a record of the tests described in subsection (1).  O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The wire rope termination of a suspension line shall be protected from contact with the line’s hoisting device. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
142.03 (1) The suspension line of a boatswain’s chair shall be made of wire rope unless the boatswain’s chair is equipped with a descent control device. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) Every suspension line of a boatswain’s chair shall be protected from abrasion. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) Every suspension line of a boatswain’s chair that is made of organic or polymer fibres shall be, (a) permanently marked with the date on which it was first put into use; (b) doubled from the fixed support of the line to the ground or egress level; (c) tested by a recognized testing laboratory two years after the date on which it was first put into use and then once every 12 months thereafter to assess whether, (i) it has experienced abrasion, and (ii) is capable of developing at least 80 per cent of the rated breaking strength of the suspension line itself; and (d) discarded, (i) if the test required under clause (c) determines that it does not have a breaking strength of at least 10 times the static load that the line is intended to support, (ii) in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, or (iii) when it is no longer safe for use. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) A boatswain’s chair shall have a seat or seating area that is at least 600 millimetres long and 250 millimetres wide. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) If the seat or seating area is supported by a sling, the sling shall be constructed of wire rope at least nine millimetres in diameter which crosses under the seat or sitting area. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (6) If a boatswain’s chair has a descent control device, (a) the distance between the boatswain’s chair and the fixed support shall not exceed 90 metres; and (b) a worker on the boatswain’s chair shall not use a corrosive substance, or mechanical grinding or flame-cutting equipment if the suspension line is not made of wire rope. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
142.04 (1) Before a suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair is used for the first time each day, a competent worker shall identify any defects or hazardous conditions and document them in writing. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) The suspended work platform system or boatswain’s chair shall not be used until the defects or hazardous conditions have been corrected or removed. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The employer shall keep a copy of each document prepared by a competent worker under subsection (1) and make it available to an inspector on request. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
142.05 (1) An employer shall ensure that a competent worker performs a functional test of a work platform or powered boatswain’s chair to ensure that it is operating in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, (a) before it is used for the first time after it is installed at the project; (b) if it is relocated at the project, at the new location before it is put into service; and (c) before it is used for the first time each day. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (2) If a functional test performed under subsection (1) reveals defects or hazardous conditions, the work platform or powered boatswain’s chair shall not be used until the defects or hazardous conditions have been corrected or removed. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) The work platform or powered boatswain’s chair shall not be raised more than 30 centimetres during the functional test unless it has a hoisting device equipped with a remote operating device. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11.
142.06 (1) A worker who is on or is getting on or off a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair shall wear a full body harness connected to a fall arrest system. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11; O. Reg. 471/16, s. 1. (2) Every worker on a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair shall have an effective means of summoning assistance in case of emergency. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (3) Every lifeline used with a suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair shall, (a) be suspended independently of the suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair; (b) be securely attached to a fixed support so that the failure of the suspended work platform or boatswain’s chair will not cause the lifeline to fail; (c) be protected from damage and abrasion; and (d) if subject to wind conditions, (i) not be suspended a vertical distance of more than 150 metres below the fixed support, and (ii) if suspended a vertical distance of more than 100 metres below the fixed support, be restrained at or near the midpoint. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (4) Despite clauses (3) (a) and (b), the lifeline may be securely fastened to a work platform if, (a) all or part of the suspended work platform has more than one means of suspension; and (b) the suspended work platform is designed, assembled and maintained such that the failure of one means of suspension will not result in the complete or partial collapse of the suspended work platform. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (5) A suspended work platform shall have hangers located at least 150 millimetres but no more than 450 millimetres from the ends of the platform that are securely attached to it. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (6) If the suspension height of a suspended work platform is 15 metres or greater, the suspended work platform shall, if practicable, be restrained to the exterior face of the building or structure that it is suspended from unless the suspended work platform is being raised or lowered. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. (7) If a suspended work platform is stationary and its guardrail adjacent to the face of the building or structure has been removed or lowered, the suspended work platform shall be restrained to the building or structure. O. Reg. 242/16, s. 11. Multi-Point Suspended Work Platforms
142.1 Sections 142.2 to 142.8 apply to every multi-point suspended work platform. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1).
142.3 (1) Before erecting or dismantling a multi-point suspended work platform, the constructor shall give notice, in person, by telephone, by fax or by electronic means, to the Ministry office located nearest the project. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1). (2) A multi-point suspended work platform shall be inspected by an engineer to determine whether it complies with the design drawings, or the design drawings subject to any deviations approved under subsection 142.2 (17), as the case may be, (a) after it is erected but before it is first used; and (b) if the multi-point suspended work platform is moved to another anchorage position, before it is used there. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1), 13; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (3) The inspection under subsection (2) shall include a determination of whether all components are in adequate condition. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15. (4) The engineer who conducts the inspection under subsection (2) shall prepare a written report of the inspection. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 5. (5) The written report is a positive report if it indicates that, (a) the multi-point suspended work platform complies with the design drawings, or the design drawings subject to any deviations approved under subsection 142.2 (17), as the case may be; and (b) all components are in adequate condition. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1). (6) Subsections (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5) do not apply to a multi-point suspended work platform whose platform area is six square metres or less. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1). (7) A competent worker shall inspect a multi-point suspended work platform each day before it is used. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1).
142.4 The constructor shall keep at the project a copy of, (a) the written report under subsection 142.2 (14); (b) the design drawings under subsection 142.2 (15); (c) any written approvals under subsection 142.2 (17); and (d) the written reports under subsection 142.3 (4). O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15.
142.5 (1) A multi-point suspended work platform shall be erected, dismantled, traversed or otherwise moved only by a competent worker under the supervision of a competent person and in accordance with the design drawings, or the design drawings subject to any deviations approved under subsection 142.2 (17), as the case may be. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1). (2) Before a worker is on a multi-point suspended work platform for the first time, the employer shall provide the worker with adequate oral and written instructions for using the multi-point suspended work platform, including, (a) the manufacturer’s instructions or an engineer’s instructions; (b) instructions on the load limitations; (c) instructions in, and a hands-on demonstration of, the proper operation of the multi-point suspended work platform. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1), 13; O. Reg. 375/22, s. 2. (3) A worker who is to erect, dismantle, traverse or otherwise move a multi-point suspended work platform shall, in addition to the instructions set out in subsection (2), be given instructions in the procedures described in clause 142.2 (15) (e). O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1). (4) No person shall use a multi-point suspended work platform until the design drawings described in subsection 142.2 (15) have been given to the constructor and the following documents have been prepared and given to the constructor: 1. The report described in subsection 142.2 (14). 2. A positive report described in subsections 142.3 (4) and (5), if applicable. 3. Any approval described in subsection 142.2 (17), if applicable. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1).
142.6 (1) A multi-point suspended work platform shall not be loaded in excess of the specified loads indicated on the design drawings for the multi-point suspended work platform. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1), 13. (2) Signs indicating the specified live loads shall be posted in conspicuous places on the multi-point suspended work platform. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 13.
142.7 (1) A worker who is on a multi-point suspended work platform while it is being erected, dismantled, traversed or otherwise moved shall use a fall arrest system that is, (a) connected to a fixed support independent from the multi-point suspended work platform; and (b) designed, constructed and maintained in accordance with this Regulation. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1), 13. (2) Despite subsection (1), a worker is not required to use a fall arrest system while the multi-point suspended work platform is stationary if guardrails are installed in accordance with section 26.3. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 13.
142.8 (1) The constructor of a project where a multi-point suspended work platform is used shall keep a written record of all inspections, tests, repairs, modifications and maintenance performed on the multi-point suspended work platform and make copies of the record available to an inspector upon request. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 1 (1), 13. (2) The record referred to in subsection (1) shall, (a) be kept up to date; (b) include the signature, name and business address of each person who performs an inspection, test, repair, modification or maintenance; and (c) be kept at the project while the multi-point suspended work platform is there. O. Reg. 85/04, s. 15; O. Reg. 242/16, s. 13. Elevating Work Platforms
143. (1) Subject to subsection (2), every elevating work platform, including elevating rolling work platforms, self-propelled elevating work platforms, boom-type elevating work platforms and vehicle-mounted aerial devices shall comply with section 144. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 143 (1). (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to, (a) suspended scaffolds or suspended work platforms; and (b) buckets or baskets suspended from or attached to the boom of a crane. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 143 (2).