1926.550(f)

Floating cranes and derricks -

1926.550(f)(1)

Mobile cranes mounted on barges.

1926.550(f)(1)(i)

When a mobile crane is mounted on a barge, the rated load of the crane shall not exceed the original capacity specified by the manufacturer.

..1926.550(f)(1)(ii)

1926.550(f)(1)(ii)

A load rating chart, with clearly legible letters and figures, shall be provided with each crane, and securely fixed at a location easily visible to the operator.

1926.550(f)(1)(iii)

When load ratings are reduced to stay within the limits for list of the barge with a crane mounted on it, a new load rating chart shall be provided.

1926.550(f)(1)(iv)

Mobile cranes on barges shall be positively secured.

1926.550(f)(2)

Permanently mounted floating cranes and derricks.

1926.550(f)(2)(i)

When cranes and derricks are permanently installed on a barge, the capacity and limitations of use shall be based on competent design criteria.

1926.550(f)(2)(ii)

A load rating chart with clearly legible letters and figures shall be provided and securely fixed at a location easily visible to the operator.

1926.550(f)(2)(iii)

Floating cranes and floating derricks in use shall meet the applicable requirements for design, construction, installation, testing, maintenance, and operation as prescribed by the manufacturer.

1926.550(f)(3)

Protection of employees working on barges. The employer shall comply with the applicable requirements for protection of employees working onboard marine vessels specified in 1926.605.