Workers need training on crane hazards and operation, and they should never forget the safety issues moving overhead. Only trained operators should use overhead shop cranes.
COMMON OVERHEAD CRANE HAZARDS
Overloading Overhead Cranes - Load limits. Suddenly dropping heavy load, using defective parts, side-loading a boom, and forcing an overhead crane beyond its operational capacity can cause overloading. Operators must know the load capacity of their shop crane; loads that exceed the limits of the crane should not be moved. Loads that cannot be safely rigged should not be lifted. Before moving loads, the crane operator should inspect the path of the crane […]This content is for BHHC Safety Center policy holders.
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