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Operations · Sep 4, 2026 · 13 min

Who Is Responsible for What During a Helicopter Lift

OSHA 1926.551(h) puts load size, weight and connection on the helicopter operator. The pilot in command has final authority. The rest is contract.

Roles and Responsibilities Part 133 OSHA 1926.551 Lift Planning Contracts Site Safety

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Part 133 (12) External Load (8) Density Altitude (6) External Load Operations (6) Lift Planning (6) Rigging (4) Aircraft Profiles (3) Aircraft Selection (2) Chinook (2) Congested Area Plan (2) Crane Comparison (2) Crane vs Helicopter (2)

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