PDFWAC 296-155-53304
Repair, inspection, and maintenance employee qualifications.
(1) Repair, inspection, and maintenance personnel are permitted to operate the crane/equipment only where all of the following requirements are met:
(a) The operation is limited to those functions necessary to perform maintenance, inspect, or verify the performance of the crane/equipment;
(b) The personnel either:
(i) Operate the crane/equipment under the direct supervision of an operator who meets the requirements of WAC 296-155-53300 Operator qualification and certification; or
(ii) Are familiar with the operation, safe limitations, characteristics, and hazards associated with the type of crane/equipment; and
(2) Maintenance and repair personnel must meet the definition of a qualified person with respect to the crane/equipment and maintenance/repair tasks performed.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060, and chapter 49.17 RCW. WSR 25-16-089, s 296-155-53304, filed 8/5/25, effective 9/5/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.440, 49.17.060, and 29 C.F.R. 1926, Subpart CC. WSR 12-01-086, ยง 296-155-53304, filed 12/20/11, effective 2/1/12.]