History
What did Elisha Graves Otis invent?
The elevator safety brake
I need to change a light bulb - the stepladder is heavy, it's in the shed in the backyard and it's raining. I am just going to use the chair - is an example of
Diminishing Risk
FPP
Fatality Prevention Process
Operate with 2 means of safety. Always use car safeties and governor if hoisting with the original machine. Perform daily inspections before using the car each day.
False Cars, Running Platforms, Ladders and Scaffolding
Gravity
Object in an elevator that balances the weight of the elevator car
My boss asked me, "How long are you going to be?" three times today. Turns out we are going to miss a deadline and he just wants to update the customer...is an example of
Unintentional Pressure
Complete control of the elevator must be established and always maintained prior to working in the hoistway.
Car Top Access
Controls must be in place to prevent contact with electricity.
Electrical Safe Work Practices
What force is suspending the elevator car?
Force of tension
Where was Archimedes from?
I'm making toast and need a plate, so I lean over the hot toaster to grab one. I burn myself...is an example of
Lack of Awareness
Must be in place when fall hazard exists
Fall Protection
Controls must be in place to protect against all forms of _______________.
Mechanical Stored Energy
Which force would change to make the elevator go up? Would it increase or decrease?
Force of tension would increase
What did the first passenger elevators rely on for power?
Steam Power
I can't stop thinking about my uncle in the hospital. He's stable and has family with him, but - and oh, I need to get the brakes fixed. Now where was I...is an example of
Lack of Concentration
Only approved authorized __________ are to be used.
Jumpers
Complete control of the elevator must be established and always maintained prior to working in the pit areas.
Pit Access
Which force would change to make the elevator go down? Would it increase or decrease?
Force of tension would decrease
When did Archimedes invent the elevator?
236 BCE
I know this piece of equipment is too heavy to carry and I should ask for help, but I don't want to look weak and hold up the job...is an example of
Fear Factor
Technicians must never position themselves above or below another technician or suspended and/or moving equipment.
Rigging and Hoisting
__________________ procedures must always be performed whenever power is not required.
Lock Out, Tag Out (LOTO)
In what kind of situation would these be normal force acting on an elevator car?
When a person is standing inside the elevator, applying normal force downwards.