Street lights using a boom lift

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• Falls: Working at height on the boom lift.

• Electric shock: Contacting live wires.

• Vehicle collisions: Operating the boom lift near traffic.

• Overhead obstacles: Contacting power lines or other overhead hazards.

• Tip-over: Instability of the boom lift on uneven terrain.

• Weather: Adverse weather conditions like wind or rain.

• Falling objects: Dropping tools or materials from the boom lift.

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• Use of fall protection: Harnesses, lanyards, and anchor points.

• Safe electrical work practices: Lockout/tagout procedures, qualified electricians, appropriate PPE.

• Traffic control: Traffic cones, flaggers, road closures if necessary.

• Pre-task site survey: Identifying overhead hazards and planning safe routes.

• Boom lift operation: Stable ground, outriggers deployed, weight distribution, following manufacturer's instructions.

• Weather monitoring: Postponing work in adverse conditions.

• Secure tools and materials: Use tool lanyards, bags, and avoid loose items on the platform.

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• Preparation: Pre-task briefing, site setup, PPE donning, boom lift inspection and setup.

• Working on Electrical Components:
  
  Lockout/Tagout: Before any electrical work, follow standard lockout/tagout procedures to isolate the circuit and prevent accidental energization. This may involve obtaining permits and coordinating with the utility company.
  Electrical testing: Verify the circuit is de-energized using a voltage tester before commencing work.
  PPE: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for electrical work, including insulated gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing.
  Tool selection: Use insulated tools specifically designed for electrical work.
  Safe work practices: Adhere to safe work practices for electrical work, such as avoiding wet conditions, not overloading circuits, and working with one hand in your pocket to prevent accidental completion of a circuit.

• Replacing Bulbs/Fixtures:
  
  Bulb selection: Ensure replacement bulbs or fixtures are compatible with the existing system and meet local regulations.
  Disassembly: Carefully remove the existing bulb or fixture, following manufacturer's instructions and handling components carefully to avoid breakage and potential mercury exposure (in older fluorescent bulbs).
  Assembly: Install the new bulb or fixture securely, ensuring proper connections and alignment.
  Testing: Re-energize the circuit and test the functionality of the street light. Report any malfunctions immediately.
  Waste disposal: Dispose of used bulbs and fixtures responsibly, following local regulations for hazardous materials if applicable.

• Bulb selection: Ensure replacement bulbs or fixtures are compatible with the existing system and meet local regulations.

• Limited scope: Due to the inherent risks involved in working with electrical wiring, it's strongly recommended to limit wiring maintenance on streetlights to qualified electricians with specific training and experience.

• Minimal tasks: For minor tasks like tightening connections or inspecting wiring visually, follow the same lockout/tagout procedures, electrical safety measures, and PPE requirements as mentioned above.

• Complex repairs: If extensive wiring repairs are required, delegate the work to a qualified electrician with expertise in street lighting systems.

• Clean-up: Dismantling work area, tool and equipment checks, waste disposal.

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