Crane & Hoist Safety Part 2

Crane Use and Operation Standards

Minimum crane requirements will be:

Load Radius Table available in cab
Load Radius Indicator available in cab
Load monitoring device should be available and calibrated on the project prior to starting work by a professional engineer or manufacturer’s technician.
Anti-two block and crane hooks with safety latches
It is a good idea to have Wind Speed Anemometers installed on all cranes 150 tonne and Larger
Class ABC Fire Extinguisher is provided

The following shall be considered for all Crane and Hoist operations:

Level, compact ground, crane pad conditions that meet area requirements
Wind velocity to meet crane manufacturer’s and the site’s specifications and area requirements
Weight of load including all rigging
Temperature extremes
Proximity to structures and other cranes
Level of crane or hoist
Working radius and boom angle
Proximity to power lines
Lightening
Operators shall remain in control of suspended loads at all times
Ensure all Crane inspections are completed as required
Adequate lighting, communication, and proper signalling are required for each hoisting operation
Operators shall only take signals from one designated signal person who shall be identified via some form of hi-visibility clothing
Any time the Operator does not have clear view of signaller, radios with a designated radio channel must be used
All areas around cranes and counterweights shall be clearly marked to avoid personnel entering under loads and restrict access in swing radius
Control of Cranes with overlapping operating areas shall be managed with established swing zones so as to avoid collisions of jibs or loads
A coordination meeting will be held with all applicable contractors before the lifts to ensure all workers are aware off the work