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OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
1. Operation is limited to the following
people:
A. Designated individual.
B.
Trainees under direct supervision of
the designated individual.
C. Test or maintenance individual.
D. Crane Inspector.
2. Operators must meet the following
physical qualifications:
A. Vision of at least 20/30 Snellen in
one eye and 20/50 in the other
, with
or without corrective lenses.
B. Ability to distinguish colors if color
differentiation is required.
C. Adequate hearing, with or without a
hearing aid.
D. No physical or emotional defects
that may create a hazard to the
operator or others.
E. Normal depth perception and
coordination.
3. In addition to the physical qualifications,
Operators must:
A. Demonstrate the ability to
understand all decals, the owner
’s
manual, and any other information
required for safe operation of the
crane.
B. Be able to demonstrate the ability to
safely control the crane.
C. Know all safety regulations.
D. Be responsible for maintenance
requirements.
E. Understand and be fully capable of
implementing all emergency
procedures.
F. Understand the operating procedures
as outlined by this manual, Ansi
B30.5, and Federal/State Laws.
Operator Information
OPERATOR CONDUCT
1. Operators will not engage in any operation
that would cause them to divert attention away
from the operation of the crane.
2. Operators are responsible for all operations
under their direct control.
3. Operators will not leave a suspended load
unattended.
4. Operators will be familiar with the equipment
and the maintenance required for proper care.
HANDLING THE LOAD
1. Size of the load:
A. Do not load the crane beyond the
rated capacity
.
B. It is the responsibility of the operator
to know the weight of the handled
load.
2. Attaching the load:
A. Attach the load to the hook by
means of slings or other approved
devices.
B. Do not wrap the hoist rope around
the load.
3. Moving the load:
A. Make certain that the crane is level
and properly blocked.
B. Ensure that the load is secure and
balanced within the sling before
moving it.
C.
Be sure that the crane is stable
before moving the load. Use
stabilizer pads to ensure the proper
distribution of weight.
D. Do not drag the load sideways.
E. Make sure the hook is brought over
the load to minimize swinging.
F. No suspended load should pass over
a person.
G. Avoid sudden starts and stops when
moving a load.
Chapter 2 - Operation
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