Safety
Come-along
Informal term for a lever or cable puller used to tension or move loads.
Hazards
- Informal term for a lever or cable puller used to tension or move loads.
Controls
- Identify the actual device and rating; many are not approved for overhead suspension.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Identify the actual device and rating; many are not approved for overhead suspension.
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Sources
- Published Technical Standards — Entertainment Services and Technology Association
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration