Lifting and Equipment Operations

There are certain requirements that are common to all this equipment in that they must be of adequate strength and stability. When erected the equipment must be properly supported and secured and that groxmd conditions are such as to ensure stability. Erection must be under competent control. 

All lifting equipment must be thoroughly examined regularly with safe means of access provided for those carr3ting out these examinations. The safe working load must be clearly indicated and jib cranes must have an automatic safe load indicator which must be tested. The specified safe working load must not be exceeded. 

The positioning of travelling or slewing cranes should be such that a clear passageway, 0. 6 m (2 ft), is ensured at all times. Where drivers or banksmen require platforms that are at a height from which a person could fall and injure themselves, suitable guardrails must be provided and a cab with safe access should be provided for drivers exposed to the 

Lifting tackle such as chains, rings, hooks, shackles etc. must not be modified but should be visually examined regularly. Hooks should have a safety clip and slings must not be used in such a way that is likely to damage tiiem. 

Records must be kept of the examinations of lifting equipment. 

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