Overhead Cranes: Safety Is In Your Hands

Cranes are useful, powerful tools -- Tools that need to be treated with respect. Any mistake with a crane, even a small mistake, can have serious consequences including property damage, injury, or even loss of life. Knowing how to use the equipment properly and following established policies and procedures can help minimize risk. That's what this program is all about, the basics of crane safety. Topics include: - Safe operating procedures- Pre-operating inspection- Proper rigging- Lifting, moving & setting a load- Proper storage of the crane and block when not in use