Overhead power linesĬranes often need to extend higher, meaning jibs or boom length increases. This is generally because of electrical component failure- when the lifting mechanism is compromised.
Loads usually fall from cranes that are in constant use. Staff injury and damage to property and equipment can happen as a result of loads falling from the crane. So, what are the possible hazards on sites across the UK? Crane crashesĬollisions with buildings and other cranes can happen due to crane mishandling, causing danger and risk to life on site.Ĭrane mishandling usually involves poor route planning – when a crane’s position and rotation span hasn’t been thought through enough, leading to crashes with obstructions such as heavy metal structures and machinery. The first step in preventing accidents is identifying hazards on site. What hazards hinder safe crane lifting operations? If hazards aren’t avoided, they can become a significant risk to life. What is an onsite hazard?Ī hazard is a potential threat to safety on site, property, lifting methods, or the environment.
Throughout this article, we explore the hazards you may encounter on-site and how to avoid them. Identifying hazards ahead of time is the key to a successful lift, including preventing injuries on site. A successful crane lift is one with no accidents on site to personnel or damage to property and machinery, such as the crane itself.
