(1) Operators of hoisting machinery shall cease operating if ordered by the Office to do so. Conditions which shall warrant immediate cessation of operation may include but not limited to:

1. (a) Serious injury; or
2. (b) Any condition that is necessary for the preservation of the public health or safety as determined by the Inspector.

(4) Notification/Investigation.

1. (a) Notification. Any incident which results in serious injury, property damage, or any condition that is necessary for the preservation of the public health or safety at a site where hoisting machinery is involved in the incident shall be reported by the licensee operating the hoisting machinery or owner or owner's representative to the Office through the Office Incident Hotline at (508) 820-1444 within one hour from the time that the incident occurred or was discovered and a written report shall be submitted to the Office within 48 hours using the requisite Injury and Incident Documentation.
2. (b) Investigation. Upon notice, the Office shall investigate the incident to the extent it deems necessary. The hoisting machinery, operator, and owner of the hoisting machinery shall be accessible to the Office. The hoisting machinery shall not be moved or dismantled from the site of the incident until the Office has investigated the incident and approval is granted by an Inspector. The only exception to this requirement is for preservation of life and property, the removal of injured persons or bodies or to permit the flow of emergency vehicles. The hoisting machinery and area surrounding the hoisting machinery shall not be disturbed, cleaned, or altered in any way that will impede the investigation.