Safe crane operation
"Human error"
the greatest cause of crane accidents
Cranes are dynamic machines. They demand and deserve the respect and safety consciousness of everyone associated with their use, maintenance and operation.
People are the biggest influence on safe working conditions. The single most important factor in preventing injury and death on the job is having competent and reliable personnel, who are safety conscious.
Competent and reliable people are those who:
Have acquired through a combination of qualifications, training or experience the knowledge & skill to perform the task required;
- Take pride in themselves and their work;
- Are mentally alert and at their physical best;
- Are knowledgeable about and have a healthy respect for the powerful machines they operate or work with.
- Effective instruction and training in the basic safety principles of crane operation and accident prevention measures are essential and vital requirements for all people involved with cranes.
Essential Information for People in the Crane Industry
Have you hired a crane or do you work in the crane industry? The follow files outline your responsibilities in New Zealand and how you can help make a safer work environment for cranes:
- Users of Cranes
- Critical Lifts defined
- Choosing the right crane for the job
- Owners of Cranes
- Operators of Cranes
- Manufacturers of Crane
Further Information can be found Here in Industry Resources.
