What is required for conducting pre-operational examinations of mobile equipment?

Conducting pre-operational examinations of mobile equipment requires an authorized person. This requirement is in place to ensure that the person performing the examination has the necessary training, qualifications, and knowledge to identify any potential safety issues or equipment malfunctions before the equipment is put into operation.

An authorized individual typically understands safety protocols, equipment specifications, and operating parameters, which are essential for ensuring that the equipment is safe to use. This helps prevent accidents and equipment failures that could arise from inadequate inspections.

Although having a maintenance supervisor, a surface foreman, or even a randomly selected worker perform the examination could seem valid, these roles do not inherently guarantee that they have the specific authorization or expertise needed for conducting these critical examinations if they have not been designated as such.