5.6.13 Considerations prior to Lifting
1) Have the responsible persons been adequately trained
2) Has the weight, center of gravity and nature of the article been determined
3) Where is the article to be lifted from.
4) Where is the article to be moved to.
5) Has the crane site been determined and is it in the best location.
6) Taking into account the length of slings etc. and the clearance between the load and crane jib, what is the maximum load that can be lifted.
7) What is the maximum radius that the crane can operate when lifting the load.
8) What is the maximum (including slings/spreader beams etc.) that the crane will be lifting.
9) Is there enough space to erect and operate the crane and maintain a safe distance between the counterweight and any fencing, building etc. to enable pedestrian access.
10) Are there any slew limitations on the machine, when under load.
11) Has the route been checked for sitting the crane with regard to any overhead obstructions.
12) Are there any overhead power lines or other elevated obstructions which the crane is likely to come into contact with.
13) Has the driver and the crew involved in the lifting operation been fully briefed.
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