
A common issue is capacity if a crane is lifting an object it’s rated for, proper measures such as setting outriggers must be taken. Even a small crane can cause a deadly accident. Why It’s Important to Follow Crane SafetyĬrane and rigging safety is essential on the worksite, particularly for the preservation of human life. An investigation found a lack of supervision and training to be the cause, per details on All-West’s website.

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia – August 2017: A crane failed aboard an aquaculture vessel on Prince Edward Island, according to a Newswire report by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada.That means adhering to load capacity charts and inspection and safety protocols even when using a crane rental. Failed rigging and crushing by counterweights are causes of fatal accidents as well.Ĭrane and rigging equipment must be operated according to safety guidelines, by trained and qualified personnel, and according to product specifications. Most crane accidents occur due to boom failure or contact with a power line, overturned cranes, dropped loads, and boom collapse.

While technology has made cranes safer, the ultimate safety of a construction project depends on how they are operated.
