SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES
Folio 1113-2
OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
The crane shall be operated only by the following
qualified
personnel:
1. Designated operators.
2. Trainees under direct supervision of a designated
operator.
3. Inspectors and maintenance or test personnel when
necessary in performance of their duties.
No other personnel shall be allowed to enter operator’s
cab
(with exception of oilers and supervisors whose
duties require them to do so, but then only in
performance of their duties and with knowledge of
operator or other qualified person).
Qualified person
is defined as one who by reason of training
and experience is thoroughly familiar with crane operations
and the hazards involved. Such a person shall meet the
operator qualifications specified in OSHA Regulations
(United States Federal Law) or any other applicable Federal,
State, or local laws.
Operator training and qualification is crane owner’s
responsibility.
OPERATOR CONDUCT
1. The operator shall not engage in any practice which
diverts his/her attention while operating the crane.
2. The operator shall not operate the crane when physically
or mentally unfit.
3. The operator shall be responsible for all operations
under his/her direct control. When safety of an operation
is in doubt, the operator shall consult with the person
supervising the lift before lifting the load.
4. The operator shall be thoroughly familiar with operation
of the crane and its proper care. If adjustments or repairs
are necessary or if there are known defects that impair
safe operation, the crane shall not be operated until the
unsafe conditions have been corrected.
5. If there is a warning sign at the start controls, the
operator shall not start the engine until the sign has been
removed by the person who installed it.
6. Before starting the engine, the operator shall make sure
that:
a. All daily inspection and maintenance services have
been performed.
b. All controls are in the off position and all brakes and
locking devices are applied or engaged.
c. All personnel are in the clear.
7. The operator shall test all controls, limits, and
communication systems at the start of each shift. Any
defects found shall be corrected before operation is
begun.
8. The operator shall not start crane movement if the load
or designated signal person is not within his/her range
of vision.
9. The operator shall respond to signals from the person
directing the lift or from the designated signal person.
When a signal person or crane follower is not required,
the operator is responsible for the lift.
Operator shall
obey a stop signal at all times, no matter who gives it.
10. The operator shall verify that the capacity chart being
used is the correct one for how the crane is equipped
(boom length, load line reeving, counterweight, etc.).
11. The operator shall verify that:
a. All attachments are properly assembled and
attached to the crane according to the rigging
drawings called for on the capacity chart.
b. The counterweight (if required) is in place and of
proper weight.
Maximum required counterweight
shall not be exceeded.
12. The operator shall perform the following operations
before leaving the operator’s cab for any reason:
WARNING
Operational aids (accessories) such as load indicator,
load moment indicator/limiter, boom and jib angle
indicator/limiter, anti-two-block device, level indicator,
swing limiter, proximity device, etc., may be installed on
your crane. Such devices are to be used only as
AIDS TO
ASSIST OPERATOR
; their presence on crane in no way
substitutes for or lessens requirement that operator
knowledge, experience, and judgment are required to
ensure safe operation of crane.
Crane shall not be loaded beyond applicable static or
dynamic ratings given on capacity chart for crane.
• See Size of Load later in this folio.
• See Operational Aids – Emergency Procedures later
in this folio.
• See Operating Controls section of Operators Manual
for purpose of each operational aid.
WARNING
Use Correct Capacity Chart!
Capacity charts furnished by Manitowoc are stamped with
applicable crane’s serial number and laminated with
plastic. Using any other capacity chart is prohibited.
Capacity charts are attached to a chain in operator’s cab
and stored either in a holder or on a hook on cab wall. If
correct capacity chart is not present in operator’s cab,
contact your Manitowoc distributor for correct capacity
chart.
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