General Condition of Crane Checklist

*Maximum rated capacity (SWL) clearly displayed

*Control labels are legible

*Emergency stop is functional

*Lifting hooks (general condition, safety latches etc)

*Hoist ropes (condition)

*Main isolator (if fitted) is identified and is of a type able to be locked in the off position

*Upper limit functional

*Lower limit functional

*Oil leaks

*Structural deformity

*Load/weight indicators

*Compass directions displayed on beam (for bridge & gantry cranes) correlate with pendant functions

*Electrical conductor warning signs (for bridge & gantry cranes)

*Gantry cranes fitted with travel alarm

*Outdoor gantry crane is fitted with travel locks that are engaged when gantry crane is not in use.

*Guarding

*An inspection regime is in place for all lifting gear including Chains, slings, shackles and lifting attachments

*Chains and slings not in use are properly stored

*Lifting chains have a maximum rated capacity tag fitted (otherwise known as Safe Working Load or Working Load Limit)

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