When using a boom mounted personnel platform on a boom truck, where must the load line block or ball be when personnel are occupying the platform?

When personnel are occupying a boom mounted personnel platform, the load line block or ball must be removed from the load line. This is critical for safety reasons. If the load line block or ball is attached, there is a risk of it coming into contact with the platform or personnel, which could lead to serious accidents or injuries.

By removing the load line block or ball, it eliminates the potential hazards associated with any unintended movement or descent of the load line while personnel are in the platform. This practice ensures that the personnel are working in a safer environment, free from the risks posed by a load that could shift unexpectedly.

Additionally, it is important to follow regulations and guidelines which dictate that personnel platforms should be operated without any load line attachments, maintaining a clear separation from the operational load aspects of the crane. This not only enhances safety but also ensures compliance with the standards set for lifting personnel in work environments.