1. Scope 1.1
This Standard specifies safety requirements for mechanical/electromechanical
devices used in the lifting and moving of persons. It includes requirements
for design, construction, maintenance, and use of such equipment and
accessories, particularly where these are related to the safety of the person
being lifted and the operator of the equipment. 1.2
This Standard provides
(a) manufacturers, suppliers, and end users with performance specifications for
lifting devices, with the intent of reducing the possible risk of
musculoskeletal and other injuries to persons who are either operating the
device or being lifted; and
(b) guidance regarding the safe functioning, proper maintenance, and adequate
labelling of lifting devices. 1.3
This Standard is not intended to supersede federal and provincial occupational
health and safety acts and other regulations and legislation.
Note: Variations may exist in each province and territory. 1.4
In this Standard, "shall" indicates a mandatory requirement; "should" indicates
a recommendation, or that which is advised but not mandatory. Notes
accompanying Clauses do not include mandatory or alternative requirements. The
purpose of a Note accompanying a Clause is to separate from the text
explanatory or informative material that is not properly a part of the
Standard. Notes to Figures and Tables are considered to be a part of the
Figure or Table and are written as mandatory requirements.