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PORTAL AND PEDESTAL CRANES SAIC-U-7017 1-Jan-23 ELEVATING/LIFTING EQUIPMENT
PROJECT TITLE WBS/BI/JO NUMBER INSPECTION COMPANY

EQUIPMENT ID NUMBER EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION/TYPE SERIAL NO. REPORT No.:

CAPACITY (SWL) MANUFACTURER FACILITY / LOCATION

REQUESTED INSPECTION DATE RFI No. TASK COMPLETED DATE EQUIPMENT OWNER

ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A Remark
No.

1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

G.I. 7.030
1.1 Equipment document is available ASME B30.4
Sec: 4-1.4

G.I. 7.030
1.2 Previous inspection reports are checked
Para: 5.5.1

G.I. 7.030
1.3 Daily pre-operational inspection checklists are checked (if applicable)
Para: 5.1.2

ASME B30.4
Preventive Maintenance is established and updated records are
1.4 Sec: 4-2.4.1
maintained
(a)
ASME B30.4
Crane manufacturer name, model and serial number are marked on
1.5 Sec: 4-1.3.3
Load Rating Chart
(a)

G.I. 7.025
1.6 Operator is certified and licensed
Para: 7.1

A sign is posted warning the operator not to rely solely on any automatic G.I. 7.030
1.7
device as a substitute for safe operating practice Para: 5.6.2

SAES-B067
1.8 Crane is painted safety yellow
Sec:4.4

SAES-B067
1.9 Crane is painted safety yellow-and-black stripes on offshore facilities
Sec:4.4

SAES-B067
1.10 Rated capacity of crane is marked (Arabic & English)
Sec:4.4

Erection and dismantling procedures are based on manufacturer ASME B30.4

1.11
recommendations Sec: 4-1.1.2 (b)

A durable rating chart, which is legible, is visible to the operator at the ASME B30.4
1.12
controls Sec: 4-1.3.3

ASME B30.4
Main structure components are free of defects (bolts, pins, mast sections
1.13 Sec: 4-2.1.4
for cracks, bent structural members, etc.)
(b-1)
ASME B30.4
1.14 Remote control operation is available Sec: 4-1.15.1
(c)
ASME B30.4
1.15 Crane stops when remote control signal (for any crane motion) is lost Sec: 4-1.15.1
(c)
ASME B30.4
Access ladders to cab are provided (platform surfaces to be skid
1.16 Sec: 4-1.17.2
resistant)
(a)
ASME B30.4
Foot walks and ladders are provided where appropriate (foot walks to be
1.17 Sec: 4-1.18.1
minimum of 18" wide with slip resistant surface)
(a)
ASME B30.4
Controls used during the crane operating cycle are within reach of
1.18 Sec: 4-1.15.1
operator
(a)
ASME B30.4
1.19 Cab door is restrained from moving during crane operation or travel Sec: 4-1.17.1
(d)
ASME B30.4
1.20 Electrical equipment are protected from the environment and guarded Sec: 4-1.16.1
(c)

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EQUIPMENT ID NUMBER EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION/TYPE SERIAL NO. REPORT No.:

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ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A Remark
No.
ASME B30.4
Electrical equipment can be mains disconnected at ground level (in
1.21 Sec: 4-1.16.1
case of electrically operated cranes)
(a)
ASME B30.4
Load trolley can brake in travel mode (automatically in case of power
1.22 Sec: 4-1.8.3
loss and drive rope breakage)
(b)

ASME B30.4
1.23 Afire extinguisher is provided in the cab (minimum rating is 10 BC)
Sec: 4-1.17.4

ASME B30.4
1.24 Exhaust piping is guarded or insulated (where personnel could contact it)
Sec: 4-1.18.4

ASME B30.4
1.25 Fuel filler pipes are located or protected so as to avoid spillage
Sec: 4-1.18.7

guards are fitted to exposed moving parts and can support 90 kg without ASME B30.4
1.26
deformation Sec: 4-1.18.2

ASME B30.4
Clutch is in good condition and protected against weather and oil
1.27 Sec: 4-1.18.5
contaminations
(a)
ASME B30.4
Limiting devices are fully operational for trolley travel, boom luffing, upper
1.28 Sec: 4-1.11
hoist limit, crane travel, lifted load and radius
(b&c)

The load moment indicator (LMI) is installed and properly working (if ASME B30.8
1.29
2720 kg or more) Sec : 8-1.4.3 (b)

ASME B30.4
1.30 Slewing (swing) motion of the crane is smooth for both start and stop Sec: 4-1.7.1
(a)
ASME B30.4
Slewing brakes are operational and can be set to hold the position
1.31 Sec: 4-1.7.2
without further operator action
(b)
ASME B30.4
Counterweight is made in accordance with crane manufacturer’s
1.32 Sec: 4-1.14
specifications
(a)
ASME B30.4
Counterweight is fixed in place and (for movable weights uncontrolled
1.33 Sec: 4-1.14
movement is not possible)
(b)
ASME B30.4
1.34 Welded members/Joints are free of defects (cracks, corrosion, etc.) Sec: 4-2.1.4
(b-1)

A metal receptacle is in place for storage of small hand tools and ASME B30.4
1.35
lubricating equipment (in cab or machinery housing) Sec: 4-1.17.3

ASME B30.4
1.36 Brakes are protected from weather and other industrial liquids Sec: 4-1.9
(c)

1.37 Proper house keeping in the cab General

2 INSPECTION ITEMS

2.1 HOISTING UNIT

ASME B30.30
Remaining rope on the drum (load hoist and/or boom hoist) in the
2.1.1 Sec: 30-1.7.3
extreme low position is at least 2 full wraps
(g)
ASME B30.30
The drum end of the rope is attached to the drum as per manufacturer
2.1.2 Sec: 30-1.7.4
recommendations
(a)

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ITEM
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No.
ASME B30.4
Hoist brakes are working and can provide 125% or more of the full load
2.1.3 Sec: 4-1.5.3
hoisting torque and can provide controlled lowering speeds
(a)
ASME B30.4
Hydraulic and pneumatic pumps, motors, valves, hoses, fittings,
2.1.4 Sec: 4-2.1.4
cylinders, and tubing are functioning well and do not have any damages
(b-12)
ASME B30.4
Relief valves in the hydraulic pneumatic circuits limit the circuit pressure
2.1.5 Sec: 4-1.4.6
for the correct rated load conditions
(b)
ASME B30.4
2.1.6 Ropes are correctly lubricated Sec: 4-2.4.5
(a)

Rope is free of damages

• Max of 12 randomly broken wires in 1 lay
• 4 broken wires in 1 strand of 1 lay
ASME B30.30
2.1.7 • 1 broken wire protruding from the core (2 for rotation resistant ropes)
Table 30-1.8.2-1
• Wear of 1/3 of the original diameter of outside individual wires
• Kinking, crushing, bird caging or other distortion

ASME B30.4
2.1.8 Sheaves are smooth in their grooves and well lubricated Sec: 4-1.5.4
(a)
ASME B30.4
Sheave are fitted with close fittings guards when liable to unload
2.1.9 Sec: 4-1.5.4
momentarily
(b)
ASME B30.4
Limit devices are located to prevent contact of the lower load block with
2.1.10 Sec: 4-1.11
the upper load block or boom point sheaves.
(b-1)

2.2 BOOM AND JIB

ASME B30.30
2.2.1 Standing ropes are not fiber core or rotation resistant ropes Sec: 30-1.4.2
(c-3)
ASME B30.30
2.2.2 Swaged or poured sockets (pendant ropes) are in good condition Sec: 30-1.7.4
(b)
ASME B30.4
2.2.3 Welded members/Joints are free of defects (cracks, corrosion, etc.) Sec: 4-2.1.4
(b-1)
ASME B30.4
2.2.4 Boom is free of damage/deformation (cracks, corrosion, dents, etc.) Sec: 4-2.1.4
(b-1)
ASME B30.4
Boom stops are in good working condition (fixed, telescopic, shock
2.2.5 Sec: 4-2.1.4
absorbing or hydraulic)
(b-1)
ASME B30.4
2.2.6 Luffing boom brake can provide 125% or more of the full load torque Sec: 4-1.5.3
(a)

Wind velocity measuring device (Anemometer) is rotating freely and ASME B30.4
2.2.7
sending a visible or audible alarm signal to the display in the cab Sec: 4-1.18.6

2.3 MAST STRUCTURE

ASME B30.4
2.3.1 Travel rails are level and secure Sec: 4-1.1.1
(b&c)
ASME B30.4
2.3.2 Rails are grounded (for electrically powered cranes) Sec: 4-1.1.1
(f)

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ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A Remark
No.
ASME B30.4
Stops or buffers are correctly adjusted for simultaneous contact with both
2.3.3 Sec:4-1.1.1
sides of the travel base
(g)
ASME B30.4
2.3.4 Rail sweeps are in good condition Sec:4-2.1.4
(b-1)
ASME B30.4
Means to limit drop of a travel truck are in place and in good condition (in
2.3.5 Sec:4-1.8.2
case of axle or wheel failure)
(c)
ASME B30.4
2.3.6 Truck wheels are guarded Sec:4-1.8.2
(b)
ASME B30.4
2.3.7 Travel brakes can lock the wheels Sec:4-1.8.3
(a)
ASME B30.4
2.3.8 Stairs/access ladders are secure and in good condition Sec:4-1.17.2
(a)

2.4 CABIN

ASME B30.4
2.4.1 Control levers and/or pedals functions are labeled Sec:4-1.15.1
(a)
ASME B30.4
2.4.2 Operator cab has a safety glazing glass Sec:4-1.17.1
(e)
ASME B30.4
Cab lighting (artificial or natural) is sufficient to enable the operator to
2.4.3 Sec:4-1.17.1
observe the controls
(g)

ASME B30.4
2.4.4 Operator cab audible signal devices are operable and in good condition
Sec:4-1.17.5

ASME B30.4
Emergency stop is effective (when there is a remote control device
2.4.5 Sec:4-1.15.1
malfunction)
(f)
ASME B30.4
Simultaneous activation of controls is not possible when more than one
2.4.6 Sec:4-1.15.1
operator station (remote control) is provided
(g)

2.5 SLEWING COMPONENTS

ASME B30.4
2.5.1 Lubrication points are accessible
Sec:4-1.18.3

2.6 POWER PLANT AND ELECTRICALS

ASME B30.4
2.6.1 Engine speed control is working satisfactorily Sec:4-1.15.2
(b-2)
ASME B30.4
2.6.2 Transmission selector can be operated satisfactorily Sec:4-1.15.2
(b-4)
ASME B30.4
2.6.3 Engine emergency stop switch is working properly Sec:4-1.15.2
(b-3)
ASME B30.4
Pedal is slip resistance and a means is provided for holding the brakes in
2.6.4 Sec:4-1.5.3
the applied position
(f)
Travel distance extremes of hand levers and pedals are acceptable ASME B30.4
2.6.5 • 14”-24” for hand levers Sec:4-1.15.3
• 10” for pedals (b)

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ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A Remark
No.
ASME B30.4
Electrical crane has a main disconnect switch at or near the initial base
2.6.6 Sec:4-1.16.1
of the crane
(a)
ASME B30.4
Electrical equipment is so located or guarded that live parts are not
2.6.7 Sec:4-1.16.1
exposed to inadvertent contact under normal operating conditions
(b)
ASME B30.4
Electrical equipment is protected from dirt, grease, oil, moisture and
2.6.8 Sec:4-1.16.1
other weather conditions
(c)
ASME B30.4
Provisions is available to guard against reversing of each motor due to
2.6.9 Sec:4-1.16.1
reversed phase connections
(e)
ASME B30.4
2.6.10 An overload device is in place for each motor Sec:4-1.16.1
(g)
ASME B30.4
2.6.11 Lighting protection is in place Sec:4-1.16.1
(b)
ASME B30.4
2.6.12 Resistor units are supported to minimize vibrations Sec:4-1.16.2
(b)
ASME B30.4
2.6.13 Resistor parts are not suffering from corrosion Sec:4-1.16.2
(a)

2.7 HOOKS

ASME B30.10
2.7.1 Labeling and manufacturer data are available and legible
Sec : 10-1.8

ASME B30.10
2.7.2 Safe working load is clearly marked on the hook
Sec : 10-1.8

Hook is not bent or twisted

ASME B30.10
2.7.3 • Max. bending or twisting not to exceed 10 degrees from plane of
Sec : 10-1.10.5 (f)
unbent hook or as per manufacturer recommendations

Hook is not distorted in the throat opening ASME B30.10

2.7.4 • Max. allowable throat opening is 5% not to exceed 1∕4 in. (6 mm) or as Sec : 10-1.10.5
recommended by the manufacturer (g)
ASME B30.10
Maximum wear in the hook bowl is not exceeding 10% (compared to
2.7.5 Sec : 10-1.10.5
new hook) or as per manufacturer recommendations
(e)
ASME B30.10
2.7.6 Hook is not cracked, gouged or shows nicks Sec : 10-1.10.5
(d)
ASME B30.10
2.7.7 Hook can lock (if it is a self-locking hook) Sec : 10-1.10.5
(h)

Inoperative latch (if provided) — any damaged latch or malfunctioning ASME B30.10
2.7.8
latch that does not close the hook’s throat Sec : 10-1.10.5 (i)

REMARKS:

REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:
1- ASME B30.4 - 2020 Issue: Portal and pedestal Cranes
2- ASME B30.8 - 2020 Issue: Floating Cranes and Floating Derricks
3- ASME B30.10 - 2019 Issue: Hooks
4- SAES-B067 - 2020 Issue: Safety Identification and Safety Colors
5- SA GI 7.025-2018 Issue: Heavy Equipment Operator and Rigger Testing and Certification

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ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A Remark
No.
6- SA GI 7.030 - 2023 Issue: Inspection and Testing Requirements for Elevating/Lifting Equipment

Load Tested By (If Applicable):

Name, Signature, & Date:

□ Inspected □ Witnessed by 3rd Party Certified Inspector:

Name, Signature, Certificate No. & Company:

User Representative:
Name, Signature, & Date:

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