Section 408.15931. Communication between pilot and signalman; signal systems.


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  • (1) There shall be constant, reliable  communication  between the pilot and a designated employee of the  ground  crew who  acts   as  a signalman during the period of loading and unloading. The signalman shall be clearly distinguishable from other ground employees.

    (2) The employer shall instruct the aircrew and ground employees on  the signal systems to be used, and shall review the system with the employees in advance of hoisting the load. This  applies  to   both  radio  and   hand signal systems. Hand signals, where used, shall be as shown in figure 1.

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History: 1979 AC.