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Never divert
attention when there is a load. |
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All shackles
designed for lifting must have a (working load
limit) stamped or embossed on the shackle. |
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Teamwork
and Safety go hand in hand. Work smart, work safe.
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Accidents
can occur during any phase of operation. Make
crane safety a TOP PRIORITY. |
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Crane operators:
always be familiar with your equipment. |
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Always
know the weight of the load to be lifted. |
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Remove
unnecessary articles from cabs. A clean cab is
a safe cab. |
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When operating
a crane, if you don't understand the signal person's
signals, do not respond. |
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During
crane operations, rapid swing causes increased
load radius, which decreases stability and reduces
capacity. |
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Dents in
lattice boom chords can reduce strength considerably.
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Never allow
anyone to walk or work under loads. |
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Do not
operate crane if controls fail to return to neutral
position when released. |
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Never allow
a crane boom to hit or touch any structure. Contact
may cause boom failure. |
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Employees
performing any type of welding, cutting, or heating
must be protected by suitable eye protective equipment. |
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Valve protection
caps must be in place when transporting, moving,
or storing compressed gas cylinders. |
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Power operated
hand tools that are designed with guards, must
have the guards in place when the tool is being
used. |
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All synthetic
web or round slings must be removed from service
if the sling identification tag is missing, illegible,
or incomplete. |
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Smoking
in an area where batteries are being charged can
cause an explosion. |
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A forklift
overturned is the most common cause of fatalities
involving forklifts. BE CAREFUL - WEAR YOUR SEAT
BELT. |
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When driving
a forklift down a steep incline, the proper procedure
is to back down the incline with the load to the
rear of the forks. |
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When hoisting
personnel, the crane operator must remain at the
controls when the personnel platform (basket)
is occupied. (ASME B30.5) |
