Lorry Loader and Small Hydraulic Cranes Operator Skills

1. Lorry Loader and Small Hydraulic Cranes Operator Skills

2. Legislation There are two sets of regulations that you need to be aware of as an operator of a lorry loader, they are; • The Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations better known as LOLER • The Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations better known as PUWER The legislation is very complex and in depth, so much so that there is too much information for this course to deliver You are strongly advised to find out about and look at the legislation

3. Legislation The examination certificate must have: • A description of the machine and serial number • A site address of where the inspection occurred & the date of the last inspection • A report of the inspection and this must be signed • The document must be with the machine at all times when in operation and it must be up to date • In addition to this requirement the regulations state that all equipment mustbe checked before and after use

4. Things to look out for during Pre–use checks

5. Machine Specifications • Stabilisers-outriggers must be fully extended and locked in position • Length, width, and weight of the boat affect the stability of the MHOC. • The boat must never exceed the 70 heeling angle (boat cranes) • Check the machines load plate for details of range

7. Risk Assessment

8. Signalling When using hand signals, the signals must be: • Clear and unmistakable • Understood by both the signaller and the operator • Clearly visible & continuous • Other than in an emergency stop the machine operator should only accept signals from one person, only having previously established who that person is • The only signals given are those in British Standard BS7121

9. The icons on the remote are exactly the same as the ones on the main manual control Remote Controls In-cab battery charger & spare battery In-cab stowage with “FAILSAFE” alarm plug Remote unit ON-OFF switch & indicator light Radio signal receiver unit

10. Controls Remote unit and battery recharge In–cab action lights & buzzer override PTO Switch on a DAF Now the Atlas / Terex The majority of Atlas/Terex models are REMOTE ONLY! Unlike the Palfinger which can be operated manually This must be recognised and understood by the operator In-cab stowage point for remote unit Note the blue connector which will set the buzzer alarm if the remote unit is not attached before driving Note the two BLUE connectors

11. Remote control If in doubt Ask for guidance! Only a fool muddles along

12. Crane Alignment The initial lift must always be vertical, this depends upon: • Correct alignment of crane in both planes • Correct assessment of the centre of gravity of the load • Attaching the load correctly and performing a test lift

13. Test lift Start to lift the load very gradually to enable: • That any packing or protection is correctly located and fulfilling its purpose • Any tendency to swing can be identified • A reassessment of the position of the centre of gravity can be made • Any movement within the sling appliance or the attachment of the sling appliance can be detected • An assessment of the load distribution within the lifting attachment i.e. equal load in all legs of a multi leg sling

14. Electricity General Guidance You must make sure that you have done your risk assessment of the area

15. Methods of sling attachment Double Chocker with a double wrap, this enables two slings while preventing the sling legs sliding together

16. Read the signs or get 6 points on your licence • This happened in Poland • How fast before you cut the bridge in half?