Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 8, div. 1, ch. 4, subch. 4, app C Plate C-36-a - Safe Practices-Helicopters
1. Do not approach or leave a helicopter
while its engines are running unless in a crouched position and the pilot or
pilot's designee signals that it is safe to do so.
2. Always approach and leave the helicopter
in plain view of the pilot or as directed by the pilot's designee; never from
the rear.
3. Approach and leave the
helicopter on a level with the craft or a lower level, never from or to higher
ground than that of the helicopter.
4. Wear goggles and head protection with chin
strap under the chin when in the vicinity of an operating helicopter.
Loose-fitting clothing likely to flap in the downwash and possibly be snagged
on the hoist line shall not be worn.
5. Load all cargo and secure it to the
satisfaction of the pilot or pilot's designee.
6. Do not put tag lines on sling loads
without the pilot's or pilot's designee's permission and limit their numbers,
their placement, and their lengths to the pilot's satisfaction.
7. Do not place explosives, flammables, or
other dangerous materials on board any aircraft without the pilot's
knowledge.
8. Carry all materials
to or from the helicopter in a horizontal position not above waist
level.
9. Do not smoke within 50
feet of a helicopter, fuel storage, or fueling operation.
10. Do not stand directly under a hovering
helicopter longer than necessary to hook-up or unhook the load.
11. Always watch the helicopter, sling load,
hook, or bottom end of the cable to avoid being hit.
12. Know the escape procedure at each
operation site.
13. Keep landing
and hovering areas clear of loose and lightweight materials.
14. Notify the person in charge of the
project when erecting a suspended line, tower or other navigational
hazard.
15. Turn off radio
transmitter when in vicinity of explosives or explosive loading
operations.
16. Passengers
transported by helicopter shall be instructed to:
(A) Board and depart only on instruction from
the pilot.
(B) Use seat belts
during take off, flight, and landing.
(C) Do not talk unnecessarily to the
pilot.
(D) Remain seated during the
time you are aboard.
(E) Watch for
other airborne aircraft and navigational hazards and call them to the attention
of the pilot.
(F) Do not smoke
unless permitted by the pilot.
17. When performing as a crew member in
external operations, listen to and be familiar with the normal sounds emitted
by the helicopter in flight so that you will have the earliest notice of
trouble and can avoid dangerous exposure.
18 When visibility is reduced by dust or
other conditions, ground personnel shall exercise special caution to keep clear
of main and stabilizing rotors.
Notes
2. Amendment filed 5-1-87; operative 5-31-87 (Register 87, No. 19).
Note: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code.
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