An operator is preparing to use a non-integrated work platform on a telehandler to elevate personnel for rooftop repairs. According to Alberta OHS Code Part 23, what is a critical requirement before lifting personnel?

Question: An operator is preparing to use a non-integrated work platform on a telehandler to elevate personnel for rooftop repairs. According to Alberta OHS Code Part 23, what is a critical requirement before lifting personnel?

Answer options:

• The telehandler must be equipped with an 'L' shaped load backrest. ✅ The work platform must be securely attached to the telehandler's forks or carriage and have a control system that permits operators to override platform controls.
• The platform must be tested for structural integrity by a certified engineer within the last 5 years.
• The telehandler's rated capacity chart for the main boom extension must be reduced by 50% for personnel lifting.

Correct answer: The work platform must be securely attached to the telehandler's forks or carriage and have a control system that permits operators to override platform controls.

Explanation: Alberta OHS Code Part 23, Section 301, outlines requirements for elevating work platforms, stating that they must be securely attached to the telehandler's forks or carriage and have a control system enabling operators to override platform controls for safety.