scope:

This Standard applies to self-propelled integral chassis elevated work platforms that have a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base and that are used to position personnel, along with their necessary tools and materials, at work locations. Self-propelled elevating work platforms (aerial platforms) are power operated with primary functions, including drive, controlled from the platform.

This Standard also applies to aerial platforms designed for use on both on-slab and off-slab applications.

This Standard specifies the minimum requirements for the establishment of criteria for the design, manufacture, remanufacture, rebuild/recondition, testing, performance, inspection, training, maintenance, and safe operation of self-propelled elevating work platforms to achieve the following objectives:

(a) prevention of personal injuries and accidents;

(b) uniformity in ratings; and

(c) understanding by manufacturers, dealers, installers, maintenance personnel, operators, owners, and users of their respective responsibilities.

Self-propelled elevating work platforms are generally intended for use over level surfaces. Normally they are not insulated for use near electrically energized circuits nor are they intended to be used in hazardous locations. For any self-propelled elevating work platforms intended for use around electrically energized circuits, see CSA Standard C225.

The operation of any aerial platform is subject to certain hazards that can only be protected against by having competent, careful personnel trained in the intended use, safe operation, maintenance, and service of this type of equipment.