Section 2 - Radio Controlled Crane Safety (continued)
Telemotive TR12 inteleSmart Receiver Instruction Manual – 03/01/07
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2-7.2. General Rules For Operation.
Consult the crane manufacturer, local and
governmental regulations for complete rules of
operation. In general the following rules apply to
remotely controlled cranes:
The limit switches should never be used as a
regular stopping device. They are intended to be
protective devices.
Do not make lifts in excess of the equipment rated
capacity.
The bridge and trolley should be centered directly
over the load when the load is raised to prevent
swinging when making lifts.
A crane designed for this purpose and only with
supervisor permission should make side pulls.
When a lift is being made, the crane operator
should not be positioned in the line of travel. The
crane or hoist should be operated from a position
either to the side or opposite from the direction of
travel.
When raising or lowering a load, proceed slowly
and make certain the load is under control. Tag
lines should be used for handling unusual lengths
or bulky loads. Remove slack from chains or slings
gradually. Make certain all personnel are clear
before making a lift.
The crane operator should keep all body parts away
from the lift and should never be positioned under
the lift.
Do not make a lift or move a load if anyone is in a
location where they could be struck by the crane or
the load.
If the crane operator is being helped, the crane
should not be moved until the helper signals they
are clear of the crane and its load.
When a load is hanging from the crane hook and
the crane is being moved, the crane operator should
sound all warning devices frequently.
Loads should not be carried over workers heads. If
a worker is in the path of crane travel, the crane
operator should stop the crane and clear the area
before proceeding.
Runway stops or other cranes should never be
bumped into.
When moving the crane, the crane operator should
be sure that the hook block and attachments or
cables would not catch on nearby equipment.
Slings, chains, or cables should never be dragged
along the floor.
Unless required for operator safety, gloves should
not be worn when operating the transmitter unit.
All loose materials or parts should be removed
from the load before starting the lift.
The crane operator should always hoist lifts high
enough to clear all equipment and workers.
The crane operator should never permit anyone to
ride on the load or hook except when authorized by
the supervisor.
When another crane on the same runway is sta-
tionary with a load hanging, the crane operator
should maintain a safe distance between the sta-
tionary crane and the one under their control.
Never leave suspended loads unattended. In an
emergency, if the crane is inoperative and a load
suspended, notify the supervisor immediately,
barricade and post signs on the floor beneath crane
and load.
If power to the crane is removed, the crane op-
erator should turn the transmitter unit OFF and
keep it OFF until power is restored.
If the crane fails to respond properly, the crane
operator should stop operation, turn the transmitter
unit OFF and immediately report the condition to
their supervisor.
Outdoor cranes, which are subject to movement by
wind, should be securely anchored when left
unattended. If the crane is equipped with bridge
brakes, the parking brake should be set immedi-
ately.
2-8. Boarding The Crane.
The crane should not be boarded without permis-
sion of the supervisor.
The crane operator should turn off the transmitter
and take it with them when boarding the crane.
If more than one person is boarding the crane, one
person should be made responsible for ensuring all
personnel are off the crane before the system is
returned to operation.
