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    Safegene International Academy For Safety, Health, Environment and Quality

    London International Academy of Sciences – United Kingdom

    Crane Operators Check List

    Component Action Response


    Access free from obstruction cleaned of any residual oils and greases
    Ladders,

    Walkways and Hatches all deck plates are secured


    access hatches closed

    Hoses Service hoses, e.g., diesel, air, and water are neatly stowed

    Signs Warning signs and barriers are posted accordingly


    Pre-start Checks Carry out a visual check of the crane to determine its serviceability
    the boom, look for bent or damaged struts
    hook blocks, sheaves
    wire ropes and pendants
    correct spooling on drums and rope terminations
    any anchorage points
    Check that cladding and panel work in crane operations cab and
    Machinery House is watertight in order to prevent water ingress which
    may affect the operational integrity of the crane
    A physical check of all oil levels, coolant level and fuel level.
    Check that all guards over and around moving machinery are in place
    and secure
    Check machinery house is in a clean and tidy condition. Clean up any oil
    spillages and remove any loose materials, e.g. tools, rags
    Ensure that all personal belongings or clothing are stored in such a
    manner that they do not interfere with the proper control of the crane
    during operations

    Start-up Prior to start-up, ensure that all controls are in neutral position and that
    (Prime Mover) the main clutch (where fitted) is disengaged

    On start-up of prime mover, ensure that all air and oil pressure gauges
    are within safe operating range before carrying out function check of the
    crane controls.

    Carry out function check of all crane controls at the commencement of


    each shift.
    On friction clutch and brake type cranes it is imperative that the co-
    efficiency of these components are ensured as there is potential for
    ingress of foreign material which could cause slippage, e.g. water,
    grease etc

    Overhoist Limits/Cut-outs
    Function check of the boom minimum radius cut-out.
    The hook blocks (main/auxiliary) overhoist cut-outs.
    These checks should be extended to include maximum radius and
    maximum pay-out limits, when they are fitted

    Rated Capacity Indicators -Safe


    Load Indicators)
    the appropriate platform or sea state condition is selected
    Where a mechanically operated rated capacity indicator is in use, ensure
    that the correct platform/sea-state cam is fitted.
    .

    the correct number of wire rope falls is displayed


    Activate the test function to ensure that all visual and audible alarms
    operate correctly
    Ensure that appropriate load/radius chart is in good condition and posted
    at a strategic point within the operator’s cabin.

    Emergency Load Release and Always ensure that the manually applied Emergency Load Release is
    Gross Overload Protection System secure and cannot be inadvertently activated during normal operations.
    This type of system, where fitted, must be function checked in controlled
    circumstances, generally with an unladen hook and only by a competent
    person who is authorised to perform the activity

    Safety Equipment Lifejacket and emergency escape equipment is secure and in good
    condition.
    Fire extinguishes are the correct type and size as specified by the Owner
    that they are familiar with application and use of the units provided.
    are in date and fully functional

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