WHILE UNATTENDED Clause Samples

WHILE UNATTENDED. Unattended cradles on suspended scaffolds should be left so that they cannot be accessed by unauthorized persons and so that wind cannot affect the equipment in a way that will cause damage to adjacent structures or equipment. While a cradle is unattended, appropriate safety procedures, including the following, should be adopted: In short periods, such as meal breaks: • The cradle should be secured to the serviced structure, to prevent damage to property or equipment from the effects of wind. • The power supply should be disconnected from the scaffolding hoists, either at the units or at the supply point. For overnight or longer periods: • The cradle should be left in an inaccessible position, preferably 3 m above the ground or adjacent deck level. • The cradle should be secured to the serviced structure, to prevent damage to property or equipment from the effects of wind. • Trailing ropes and cables should be stored on the cradle. • Mobile suspension rigs should be effectively chocked or otherwise prevented from moving under the effect of wind. • Protective devices should be trip locked onto their respective wire ropes. • Power supply leads should be disconnected from the power supply outlets on the supporting structure. • Air supply hoses should be disconnected from any permanent air supply line, or the supplying air compressor should be shut down and the air reservoir pressure released.