Best Practices for Crane Assembly and Disassembly
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Crane Hot Line magazine reported in its February 2016 issue on preparing for a crane’s arrival on site, identifying hazards, and selecting the right tools for crane setup. The best practices for crane assembly and disassembly also discusses responsibilities of various people, including the A/D director.
Cliff Dickinson, President of CIS, adds that OSHA requires cranes to be inspected any time the configuration changes, initially or during the project, such as when boom sections or jibs are added. “Although third-party inspections are not required, it is common for General Contractors to request post-assembly inspections,” he said.
CIS frequently performs post-assembly crane inspections for contractors, including a 2015 job at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., involving a Manitowoc 31000 and two Liebherr LR 11000s.
