The purpose of this guide is to raise awareness of the hazards in lifting operations and to provide the basic knowledge in the safe operation of overhead
Inspect for smooth hoisting and lowering, trolley and bridge travel. Listen for any unusual sounds. • Test operation of the primary limit switch of the hoisting
Even after a thorough inspection and pre-operation testing, overhead crane operation poses significant hazards unless the load is correctly balanced, rigged and
In general, dropped loads are one of the most frequent safety hazards associated with overhead cranes. Dropped loads are most commonly the result of one or
Overhead and Gantry Cranes. This manual may be used as a tool in the overall training and authorization of a prospective overhead crane operator. Employers and
