Crane Safety for the New Year
Identifying potential risks and hazards is of great importance when operating or considering operating a crane. Once they have been established, threats can be managed and controlled adequately to minimise the incidences of avoidable accidents and consequences. These hazards can occur from a range of factors such as the following:
• The Crane Itself
How is the structure of the crane, mechanical power source, electrical and hydraulic systems, moving parts and load carrying capacity? Do any of these factors pose a risk to the crane’s operation?
• The operation of the crane
Is there a process to safely manage the crane’s operation in terms of loads and in conjunction with other work being done in the area.
• Pinch Points
A majority of cranes will be able to move at the base in order to put the load where it needs to go. When this happens, anyone who is in the area surrounding the crane could get trapped in a pinch point and get crushed. The crane operator typically does not have visibility to the area directly around the machine, which makes this safety hazard even more serious. Identifying pinch points is essential in safe crane operation.
The safety of crane operation is crucial so that steps can be taken to ensure the safety of those working around cranes and to avoid damage to the machinery itself.
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