RISK ASSESSMENT
QPP147 Section 1 Rev. March 07
B. GENERAL HAZARDS-
WORKING PROCEDURES
RISK CONTROLS & GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
B1. Unfamiliarity with site
conditions or scope of work
B1. Start planning for the mobile crane operations as early as possible. Planning should involve
inspection of the site, consultation with all persons involved in the work such as the principal
contractor, crane hirer, electricity entity, employer, dogman, spotter, site foreman and crane
operator.
B2. Not observing instructions on
warning plates could cause
operation beyond limitation of
plant.
B2. Observe all instructions on the warning plates. Ensure that all warning plates are clean and
legible. If the warning plates are damaged or illegible replace them.
B3. Collision with people or objects
in work area.
B3. Before starting work, check the work area for the presence of roads, overhead powerlines,
nearby structures, other cranes, aerial hazards and other obstructions.
Isolate the work area by using witches hats, temporary barriers or fencing. People, vehicles,
etc. should be prohibited from entering the isolated area. Consult the principal contractor, site
supervisor, the other crane operators and everyone involved with the work and prepare a safety
plan for the job.
Always be aware of your surroundings and the hazards while you work.
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