High Risk Activity Scoring

Crane Operations Rev 0

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Supervisor of the group
being assessed:
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Scoring: No evidence of implementation: 0; Little evidence of implementation: 1; Fairly well

implemented: 2; Fully implemented: 3
Element: Score: Comments:
1. The operator is trained and certified for
the specific crane being operated.
2. The operator is authorized by the project
management as a competent person.
3. All load charts and manuals are available
in the cabin of the crane.
4. The crane is setup level and with all
outriggers fully extended on adequate
outrigger pads.
5. A Banks man or flagman is used when
slewing, lifting or traveling with the crane.
To be wearing a high visibility vest.
6. Specific attention is paid to structures,
power lines, scaffolding and adequate
clearances given to prevent the load
getting snagged.
7. The lifting area is properly barricaded &
with warning signs, with a watchman to
prevent unauthorized entry.
8. A dedicated radio system is in place for
crane operations.
9. When lifting in structures the area is
cleared and all people at the different
elevations are made aware of the activity.
10. Anti-two-block limit switch is in place and
functional on the crane.
11. Daily crane checklist executed along with
green tag.
12. START reviewed with whole crew prior to
execution of work.
13. Review if spotter required to assist crane
operator in the event that load placement
is obstructed.
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14. Operators view not blocked or blind spots
created by the installation of temporary
sun screens in cab.
15. Crane hook, safety latch and hoisting
equipment is inspected, color coded and
free from defects
16. Ensure designated person to control lift is
identified & communicated to all crew,
especially in the event of critical lifts.
17. Ensure no lifting over live lines.
18. Lift to be executed slowly & under control.
19. Initial lift of load a short distance to ensure
correct balance of load.
20. Tag lines of adequate length in place, prior
to lift.
21. Wind speed & weather reviewed prior to
lift.
22. Drinking water provision for crane
operator, in the event of hot weather.
Total Score: /66

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