(a) Prior to assembling or jumping any tower crane or derrick-type equipment, a permit authorizing such activity shall be obtained from the department by the owner or lessee of the building or premises on which such activity will occur or by such owner's or lessee's authorized agent. Such owner, lessee and agent shall be jointly and severally liable for any violation of this section. The application for such permit shall be in a form, and accompanied by information or materials, reasonably required by the commissioner.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to assemble or jump any crane for which a permit is required under subsection (a) of this section unless a valid permit authorizing such activity has been obtained and is available for immediate inspection on the site of such activity.
(c) No modification to any crane, derrick, foundation, tie-in, or configuration shall be made without the prior written approval of the department.
(Added Coun. J. 12-11-13, p. 71889, § 12)