Manrider Operator Training Course

1. Introduction to Personnel Lifting Devices

1.1. Types and Classifications

• Crane-suspended manbaskets including (rigid, flexible frame)

• Dedicated personnel hoists including (elevator-style, rack and pinion)

• Man-riding winches including (dedicated systems, control features)

• Specialized personnel carriers including (offshore, industrial)

• Introduction to OSHA 1926.1431 and ISO 23814 standards for personnel lifting

1.2. Components and Systems

• Basket structure including (frame, flooring, toe boards)

• Suspension system including (bridle, master link, shackles)

• Safety features including (guardrails, gates, access points)

• Fall protection including (anchor points, harness attachments)

• Control systems including (emergency descent, communication)

2. Regulatory Requirements and Responsibilities

2.1. Legal Framework

• OSHA requirements including (1926.1431, personnel hoisting)

• ISO standards including (23814, safety requirements)

• Industry-specific regulations including (offshore, construction)

• Manufacturer specifications including (operation manual, limitations)

• Employer responsibilities including (training, inspection, maintenance)

2.2. Operator Qualifications

• Training requirements including (formal instruction, practical evaluation)

• Physical capabilities including (mobility, visual acuity, communication)

• Knowledge verification including (regulations, equipment specifics)

• Documentation including (certification, renewal, record-keeping)

• Site-specific authorization including (workplace hazards, restrictions)

3. Risk Assessment for Personnel Lifting

3.1. Hazard Identification

• Height hazards including (fall potential, dropping objects)

• Environmental hazards including (wind, weather, visibility)

• Structural hazards including (clearances, obstructions, power lines)

• Operational hazards including (swing, unexpected movement, entanglement)

• Personnel hazards including (access/egress, capacity, distribution)

3.2. Risk Control Implementation

• Risk assessment methodologies including (matrices, numerical rating)

• Control hierarchy including (elimination, engineering, administrative)

• Control effectiveness including (verification, monitoring, adjustment)

• Residual risk management including (acceptance criteria, additional measures)

• Dynamic risk assessment including (changing conditions, continuous evaluation)

4. Pre-operational Inspection

4.1. Daily Inspection Process

• Documentation review including (previous inspections, maintenance records)

• Structural inspection including (frame, floor, rails, gates)

• Suspension system including (bridle, shackles, master link)

• Safety devices including (gates, restraint points, emergency equipment)

• Communication systems including (radio, intercom, signaling)

4.2. Function Testing

• Control operation including (lift, lower, emergency descent)

• Safety system verification including (gates, interlocks)

• Communication testing including (radio check, signal verification)

• Load testing including (test weight, function under load)

• Emergency systems including (descent devices, communication backup)

5. Personnel Safety Requirements

5.1. Fall Protection

• Harness requirements including (full body, proper fit, inspection)

• Attachment points including (designated anchors, strength rating)

• Lanyard selection including (length, shock absorption, double-locking)

• 100% tie-off including (proper technique, verification)

• Fall protection equipment inspection including (pre-use checks, rejection criteria)

5.2. Personnel Preparation

• Pre-lift briefing including (procedure review, responsibilities)

• Personal protective equipment including (hard hat, high-visibility, gloves)

• Medical considerations including (fitness for elevated work)

• Weather protection including (appropriate clothing, exposure limits)

• Emergency response including (personnel roles, evacuation methods)

6. Lifting Equipment Integration

6.1. Crane Integration

• Crane requirements including (certification, capacity, configuration)

• Anti-two-block devices including (function, verification)

• Load chart considerations including (capacity reduction, radius)

• Crane operator coordination including (communication, responsibilities)

• Setup restrictions including (outrigger extension, level verification)

6.2. Dedicated Systems

• Personnel winch specifications including (brake systems, control)

• Hoist requirements including (dedicated design, safety features)

• Power source including (main power, backup systems)

• Control station including (location, emergency stop, indicators)

• Certification requirements including (design verification, periodic testing)

7. Basic Operation Procedures

7.1. Pre-lift Procedures

• Planning requirements including (lift plan, approval, authorization)

• Personnel verification including (authorized occupants, weight calculation)

• Communication establishment including (signals, radio protocol)

• Area security including (barricades, spotters, exclusion zones)

• Weather assessment including (wind speed, forecasts, limits)

7.2. Lifting Techniques

• Initial lift including (smooth engagement, inch-off, stability check)

• Ascent control including (steady rate, communication, observation)

• Position maintenance including (minimal swing, stability)

• Descent control including (controlled speed, landing preparation)

• Landing technique including (gentle touchdown, stability)

8. Working at Height

8.1. Positioning Techniques

• Work location assessment including (access requirements, clearance)

• Final adjustments including (precision movement, work proximity)

• Position verification including (stability, adequate access)

• Personnel movement including (weight distribution, balance)

• Position maintenance including (stability monitoring, drift prevention)

8.2. Work Practices

• Tool management including (tethering, organization, weight limits)

• Material handling including (secure storage, passing methods)

• Communication including (ongoing updates, work coordination)

• Stability maintenance including (distribution, minimal movement)

• Weather monitoring including (changing conditions, exposure limits)

9. Communication and Signaling

9.1. Communication Systems

• Radio protocols including (standard terminology, clear language)

• Hand signals including (standard signals, visibility requirements)

• Emergency signals including (universal stop, evacuation)

• Backup methods including (redundant systems, alternative signals)

• Communication challenges including (noise, distance, visibility)

9.2. Team Coordination

• Role clarity including (specific responsibilities, boundaries)

• Command structure including (authority sequence, decision-making)

• Information flow including (critical updates, status reporting)

• Coordination challenges including (multiple teams, complex operations)

• Pre-task briefings including (plan review, question resolution)

10. Emergency Procedures

10.1. Equipment Malfunctions

• Power loss including (manual operation, emergency descent)

• Control failure including (backup systems, alternative methods)

• Structural damage including (assessment, evacuation methods)

• Communication loss including (alternative methods, emergency signals)

• Weather emergencies including (sudden conditions, securing procedures)

10.2. Rescue Procedures

• Self-rescue including (emergency descent devices, procedures)

• Assisted rescue including (retrieval methods, equipment)

• Medical emergency including (first aid, evacuation planning)

• Personnel retrieval including (unconscious worker, limited mobility)

• Emergency services including (notification, site access, information)

11. Special Applications

11.1. Offshore Operations

• Marine environment including (vessel movement, wave action)

• Transfer procedures including (vessel-to-structure, timing)

• Weather limitations including (wind, sea state, visibility)

• Emergency planning including (water evacuation, life-saving equipment)

• Regulatory requirements including (offshore-specific standards)

11.2. Confined Space Access

• Entry requirements including (permits, monitoring, ventilation)

• Access limitations including (narrow openings, restricted movement)

• Communication enhancement including (dedicated systems, visual contact)

• Rescue considerations including (restricted access, extraction methods)

• Atmospheric monitoring including (gas detection, oxygen levels)

12. Hazard Recognition and Mitigation

12.1. Common Hazards

• Overhead hazards including (clearances, falling objects)

• Pinch points including (basket against structure, movement)

• Entanglement including (cables, structure elements)

• Electrical hazards including (power lines, minimum approach distance)

• Environmental hazards including (wind, temperature, precipitation)

12.2. Hazard Control

• Planning techniques including (job hazard analysis, pre-work assessment)

• Barrier systems including (tape, cones, barriers)

• Personnel positioning including (safe zones, basket loading)

• Weather management including (monitoring, limits, postponement)

• Personal protective equipment including (fall protection, head, hand)

13. Documentation Requirements

13.1. Pre-lift Documentation

• Lift plan including (personnel details, weight, location)

• Authorization including (permit system, approvals)

• Equipment certification including (inspection records, test dates)

• Personnel qualification including (training records, medical fitness)

• Risk assessment including (specific hazards, controls)

13.2. Operational Records

• Daily checklist including (pre-use inspection, function tests)

• Personnel register including (names, weights, time)

• Incident reporting including (near misses, malfunctions)

• Maintenance requests including (observations, issues)

• Post-lift documentation including (completion, duration, issues)

14. Basic Maintenance and Care

14.1. Operator-Level Maintenance

• Daily care including (cleaning, debris removal)

• Visual inspection including (wear points, damage identification)

• Lubrication including (hinges, gates, pivot points)

• Storage including (protection, security, environment)

• Reporting procedures including (maintenance requests, documentation)

14.2. Troubleshooting Basics

• Common operational issues including (movement restriction, unusual noise)

• Communication problems including (static, interference, battery)

• Gate/access issues including (alignment, locking mechanism)

• Safety system concerns including (indicator lights, warnings)

• Reporting procedures including (documentation, service requests)

15. Case Studies & Group Discussions

• Middle East workplace incidents including (regional factors, prevention)

• Common accident scenarios including (causes, avoidance techniques)

• Near-miss analysis including (warning signs, corrective actions)

• Successful operations including (planning effectiveness, execution)

• The importance of proper training in successful manrider operations