Safety Talk use of lifting equipment

Safety Talkuse of lifting equipment

use of lifting equipment use of lifting equipment introduction Unsafe lifting practices result in numerous incidents every year, including serious and sometime fatal accidents. Remember that lifting equipment now includes plant such as forklift trucks, telescopic handlers, Mewp’s and hoists, as well as cranes

use of lifting equipment use of lifting equipment Main points

use of lifting equipment all lifting operations should be planned, and be supervised where applicable

use of lifting equipment Lifting equipment and accessories must only be used for the purpose for which they were designed (i.e. excavator buckets are not designed for lifting persons).

use of lifting equipment Lifting equipment and accessories must only be used by trained personnel or under strict supervision

use of lifting equipment use of lifting equipment other points to consider

use of lifting equipment All lifting equipment must be marked with safe working loads (SWL’s) and have a personalised identification mark. Safe working loads must never be exceeded.

use of lifting equipment Beware of overhead obstructions such as overhead power lines.

use of lifting equipment Use banksmen / slingers wherever applicable and necessary

use of lifting equipment Ensure all loads are stable and secure

use of lifting equipment Beware of weather conditions – especially wind conditions when using cranes.

use of lifting equipment Ensure load is lifted off the ground, free, and correctly slung before hoisting

use of lifting equipment Always wear a safety helmet and hi-visibility vest.

use of lifting equipment Never stand under a suspended load, and control movement under any such loads. Use exclusion areas if necessary

use of lifting equipment Use hand signals where applicable, using only approved code signals. Always ensure they are clear and distinct

use of lifting equipment Use cranes to lift and lower loads vertically – never drag loads

use of lifting equipment If necessary attach tag lines to assist in stability

use of lifting equipment Lifting gear should be formally checked regularly, visually inspected for any obvious damage before use

use of lifting equipment Riding on loads is strictly prohibited, as riding in unauthorised positions on any lifting equipment

use of lifting equipment Alert today. Alive tomorrow

use of lifting equipment use of lifting equipment conclusion A chain is only as strong as its weakest link

Safety Talk use of lifting equipment