Section 2 – Radio Controlled Safety (Continued)
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All tools and equipment should be moved onto the crane by the use of hand lines. The tools and equipment should
be adequately secured to the hand lines.
If it is necessary to have the crane control circuits energized, all power circuits for crane movement must be opened
prior to energizing the control circuits.
All personnel and tools should be moved to a safe spot before moving the crane during repairs.
Headroom is at a minimum in some crane cabs and on some crane walkways. Caution should be exercised when
boarding or working on cranes. Hard hats should be worn whenever possible.
When repairs are finished, all personnel, tools and repair equipment should be removed before energizing the crane
circuits.
2-11.
Using the Crane as a Work Platform.
When the crane is to be used as a stationary work platform, follow all rules provided in Section 2-10. Crane
Maintenance and Repair. When it is necessary for the crane to be moved from time to time, the crane operator
should board the crane with the transmitter unit. The crane operator should ensure all personnel working on the
crane are in a secure position before moving the crane to the next workstation. It should also be the crane operator’s
responsibility to ensure the main switch is open and locked down before work is resumed.
WARNING
THE CRANE OPERATOR SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR ANY OF THE ITEMS STATED BELOW.
THE CRANE CONDITION SHOULD BE REPORTED TO THE SUPERVISOR. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
2-12.
Condition of the Radio Controlled Crane.
If the crane fails to respond properly, the crane operator(s) should notify their supervisor. When serious conditions
are noticed (conditions that make the crane unsafe to operate), the crane should be shut down immediately and the
supervisor notified. The following is a list of some of the items that should be included in the report. (See the crane
manufacturer for specifics and possible additional items):
Condition of hoisting cable and hook block (broken strands, clipped sheave wheels, etc.).
Condition of brakes (hoist, trolley, and bridge). (No bluing, rivets on shoes showing, glazing, etc.).
Condition of trolley and rail stops.
Condition of bridge structure.
Condition of festoon system.
Broken welds in any part of the crane structure.
Proper fluid levels and lubrication.
Condition of bridge and trolley stops.
Carbon dust or signs burning on the covers of motors.