FACTS
Hazards all employees involved in crane lifting operations should take into account- Pre-Use Operational Inspection – Making sure that the crane, rigging, rigging hardware and attachment points are in proper working order before lifting is essential.
- Crane/Rigging Movement (pinch points)– Cranes often need to twist, adjust, and move to get the load and rigging where it needs to go. This can create pinch or crush points where someone could be seriously injured.
- Improper Lifting Techniques/Damaged Rigging – Choosing the proper size of rigging, the proper hitch and working within the proper load angle factors will reduce the chance of overloading […]
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