CRANE INSPECTIONSDoug Glover, Digging & Rigging, Inc.

Jeff Hammons, Hammons & AssociatesOfficer Norman Muller, Bensalem

Township

PART 1 Pre-Trip and Shift InspectionsCrane Operator Doug Glover

Pre-trip InspectionSafety Related Systems

Horn Parking Brake Mud Flaps Emergency Equipment Clearance Obstacles Outrigger floats properly secured Load Securement

(Cribbing/Dunnage properly secured and any attachments)

Operational Requirements

Steering

Suspension

Hoses

Wires

Brakes

Lighting/Indicators

Tires

Wheels/Rims

Fluids

Wipers

Mirrors/Cameras (if equipped)

Coupling Devices/Air Pressure

Visibility (Windshield condition, windows etc.)

Shift Inspection

Minimum required inspection

Not required to be documented (But most responsible organizations have requirements to document this inspection)

Ground conditions meet 1926.1402 requirements and CONTROLLING ENTITY has done proper diligence

Unlike previous regulations MUST be executed prior to EACH SHIFT

Basics:

Control mechanisms for maladjustments

Control/Drive mechanisms for apparent excessive wear of components, contamination of lubricants, water or other foreign matter

Safety Devices MUST work

PART 2Compliance Tips

Officer Muller

Commercial Vehicle

Noticed while moving, used to make stops

Vehicle

USDOT markings, Fuel Tax, State/Federally annual inspections, Lights, Unsecured Loads/Equipment

Driver

Seat belt use, Cell phone use, traffic violations

Roadside Inspection

(Systematic stops and Probable Cause stops)

When stopped

Vehicle

Fire extinguishers, warning devices (triangles), tires, body/frame/component damage, brakes

Driver

License violations (proper class and endorsements), Medical Certs, License restrictions (corrective lenses, air brakes), log books when required

Size of vehicle

Determine if permit is needed or not

Equipment on Vehicle

Counter weights that are removable

Most permits do not allow additional weight on vehicle (Divisible Load)

Special Mobile Equipment (Cranes)

While Driving• Correct Sign (wording and size)• Time Restrictions (some urban areas are restricted during high traffic times)• Possible route issue (a permit load on a route normally not used for permits)

While Stopped• Permit is complete (all required paperwork is with the permit)• Permit is for date being used (not expired)• Permit is signed by driver (verifies Regulations are being followed)• Permit is for the vehicle(s) that is stopped (proper registration)• Proper route is being used• Weight and size is correct for vehicle

Permits Regulations

PART 3Annual Inspections and Close

President Jeff Hammons

Key Information

29 CFR 1926.32(l) states: "Qualified" means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training and experience, has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.

The definitions provide that a qualified person must have a recognized degree, certificate, etc., or extensive experience and ability to solve the subject problems, at the worksite. This is the reason why 29 CFR 1926.651(f) requires that supporting systems design shall be by a qualified person. There may be a requirement for more technical or engineering knowledge here.

MUST have an Operator AND Mechanic available for this inspection

MUST have the previous inspection available for this inspection

Inspection MUST include all areas of the crane that are NOT inspected during normal operation

MUST have TIME, TIME, TIME….Do NOT buy an inspection!!!

This inspection must include functional testing to determine that the equipment as configured in the inspection is functioning properly. (Sounds, System integrity, contingencies, and redundancies engage, proper configuration and aides and devices work properly.)

MUST disassemble/boom down as necessary to complete (EXCEPTION – 6 Months to complete)

MUST have an area this inspection can be properly executed in

MUST be done at least every 12 months

MUST be documented and retained for 12 months

Highlights/Depth of Inspection

There are numerous inspection items here but for time constraints I will highlight some KEY areas not inspected during normal operation items:

Equipment Structure, Boom, Lacing, Jib(s)

Structural MembersWelds, joints, dents, gouges, abrasions with depth, pitting, rusting, deformity, etc.

Inspect the following for proper operation, excessive wear, cracks, scores, nicks, dents, scorching, signs of failure or impending failure, excessive abrasion, scrubbing, rubbing, leaks, corrosion, dry rotting, etc.:

• Sheaves and Drums• Pins, Bearings, Shafts• Shaft Seals, Joints, Gears• Rollers, Locking Devices• Brakes, Clutches, Linings,• Pawls, Ratchets• Safety Devices• Decals (legible)• Operational Aides• Chains, Drive Sprockets• Travel Steering, Brakes

• Locking Devices• Tires• Fluids and Fluid travel Sys• Threaded/Clamped Joints• Hose/Tubes Fixed/Flexible• Pneumatic pumps/motors• Loose Bolts/Fasteners• Valves condition/proper relief

pressures• Spools• Leaks/Housing cracks

• *Outriggers Pads/Floats• **Electrical Components• Wiring Cracks/Splits/Corrosion• Ladders/Steps/Guards• Employee hazard protection

*Outriggers: In YOUR sequence set up on outriggers and use 4’ level checking over course of entire inspection

**Electrical: Check Known Locations of Moisture Collection

Operators cab

Originally equipped seat or equivalent

Labels present and legible

Originally supplied devices or equivalent

COMPLETE OPERATORS MANUAL (start here if not present discontinue inspection)

All Windshield/Glass free of distortions

If any deficiency is identified, an immediate determination must be made by the qualified person as to whether the deficiency constitutes a safety hazard or, though not yet a safety hazard, needs to be monitored in the monthly inspections. If the qualified person determines that a deficiency is a safety hazard, the equipment must be taken out of service until it has been corrected, except when temporary alternative measures can be implemented. The name and signature of the person who conducted the inspection and the date.

QUESTIONS?