17/05/2023
Here in the video there are show catastrophic accidents which lead to injuries and fatalities. Things are ignored, cautions are by passed and then this happens.
😱 Nothing is over and above " After thoughts and Regrets"
There are a whole host of things that can go wrong when a crane is involved, but here are the 4 most common causes of crane accidents:
Electrocutions. Most electrocutions occur when the crane boom or cable accidentally contacts an overhead power line. ...
Crane collapse.
Struck by a crane boom or jib.
Struck by crane loads.
CONTROLS
Ensure that proper planning is conducted prior to lifts. This planning should include a review of drop zones, identification of safe zones while the lift(s) occur(s) and verification that all participants are trained in the work practices to conduct lifts and/or perform inspections;
Review the mechanical integrity program to verify that crane maintenance and inspections are being performed according to company, crane manufacturer and regulatory requirements. Special consideration should be given to:
accessibility and inspection of a crane’s boom hoist lock pawl cylinder assembly
outer diameter measurements of boom, main, auxiliary and pendant cables
documentation on the installation date, manufacture date and identification information for boom, main, auxiliary and pendant cables
inspection and lubrication of sheaves; and,
ensuring that wire rope size and sheave sizes are compatible;
3. Verify that loads are centered, balanced and secured prior to initiating lifts