Operators should follow their employer’s policies regarding regular and pre- start checks. They should follow the manufacturer’s instructions contained in the rating sheet, manuals and operating procedures provided with the crane. Controllers need to be knowledgeable about crane operations so that they can recommend the best machine for the lift.Ĭrane operators need to have experience operating the particular crane they are using. They have a duty to ensure that information about the safe operation of the crane and documents related to design verification and equipment inspection are readily accessible to crane users.Ĭontrollers have a duty to ensure their employees are competent operators and that they have appropriate training and experience. Controllers must take all practicable steps to ensure that all operational cranes have a current certificate of inspection issued by a recognised inspection body. They should ensure that they undergo regular inspections and proper maintenance (as advised by the crane manufacturer). What you should expect from crane controllers, operators and dogmen?Ĭontrollers should take all practicable steps to ensure that cranes are in a safe condition and are operated safely. As a site manager/supervisor you play an important role in helping some of these duty holders fulfil their responsibilities. The Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 places duties on employers, employees, principals, self-employed persons and persons in control of certain types of plant and equipment (such as cranes) to take steps to keep the workplace safe. Safety is the responsibility of all parties involved in the operation of a crane.

This guidance will be progressively reviewed and either updated, replaced with other guidance, or revoked. Please read this guidance in conjunction with all relevant industry standards that apply to you as a PCBU. While this guidance has not been updated to reflect current work health and safety legislation (the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and regulations), it may still contain relevant information and practices to keep workers and others healthy and safe.

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