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title: "Genie Unveils Protective Overhead Alarm System"
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description: "The alarm system, Genie’s latest safety feature for its aerial lifts, is called the new generation Operator Protective Alarm (OPA). Learn more about it here!"
published: "2014-07-02T21:59:05Z"
modified: "2026-06-09T18:25:13Z"
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# Genie Unveils Protective Overhead Alarm System

Genie Unveils Protective Overhead Alarm System Genie Unveils Protective Overhead Alarm System Aerial lift operators face some unique on-the-job dangers. But Genie’s [new overhead alarm system](http://www.constructionweekonline.com/article-28842-genie-unveils-protective-overhead-alarm-system/) will help with overhead objects. The alarm system, Genie’s latest safety feature for its aerial lifts, is called the new generation Operator Protective Alarm (OPA). The alarm will work with Genie aerial work platforms (AWPs). The alarm technology is based on Lavendon’s ‘SkySiren’ system. The OPA can be used with any Genie AWP built since 2002 that was made for certain markets (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Russia). Plus, the newest Genie OPAs can be transferred from one machine to another. That will make it easier for plant and warehouse operators to use the alarms for aerial lifts that are in operation. “Our customers requested an additional option for operator overhead protection and we are responding by offering the Genie OPA,” said Carlo Forini, director of business developments and product management at the EMEAR division of Terex Aerial Work Platforms, Genie’s parent company. How does the system work? When the operator makes contact with an overhead obstacle, a “system shut-down” takes place. Basically, the system stops all aerial lift functions. Also, a loud alarm and bright flashing strobe light help warn others that there is potential danger above. “By offering the OPA along with the Genie OPS, our customers will be able to configure their machines as best suited to specific jobsite conditions,” Forini said. [CertifyMeOnline.net](https://www.certifymeonline.net/), much like the Genie OPA, can help your aerial lift operations runs more smoothly and also much safer. Our courses are popular with many well-known companies like Harley-Davidson, Siemens, Verizon, Jenny Craig and others. With affordable online courses and a 100% pass rate, you can find the right course for you, whether it’s for scissor lifts, fall protection training and train the trainer courses. To get started, please call us at (602) 277-0615, or visit our [contact page](https://www.certifymeonline.net/contact.php). Thanks for reading the CMO blog – and stay tuned for further industry updates.