Who is Responsible for Overhead Crane and Hoist Operations Presented By: Steven Romeo Safety Consultant for NACB, Inc.

Health and Safety People Overhead Crane Operations That’s a good question. Plant Manager Area Manager Supervisor Team Leader Operator Health and Safety People

Overhead Crane Operations Maybe we all have responsibility to ensure safe crane and hoist operations.

Overhead Crane Operations Training programs for Overhead Crane Operators Should be designed around: Organization’s Guidelines, Polices, and Procedures Federal and State Standards ASME Safety Standards (Consensus Standards) Manufacturer’s Requirements

The following are the Federal Standards: Overhead Crane Operations The following are the Federal Standards: 29 CFR 1910.179—Overhead and Gantry Cranes 29 CFR 1910.184– Slings

The following are ASME Safety Standards: Overhead Crane Operations The following are ASME Safety Standards: ASME B30.2 Overhead and Gantry Cranes ASME B30.17 Cranes and Monorails (with Underhung Trolley or Bridge; Note: consolidation of B30.17 & B30.11) ASME B30.16 Overhead Hoists (Underhung) ASME B30.9 Slings ASME B30.10 Hooks ASME B30.20 Below the Hook Lifting Devices ASME B30.26 Rigging Hardware

Overhead Crane Operations The following is a Consensus Standard: ASME B30.2 – 2011 Top Running Bridge, Top Running Trolley

Overhead Crane Operations ASME B30.17 – 2015 Cranes & Monorails (with Underhung Trolley or Bridge) [Note: this includes consolidation of B30.11]

Overhead Crane Operations Considerations for a Training Program The characteristics of the workplace The types and complexity of the cranes in your facility The type of controls Pendant Controlled Radio Controlled Cab or Pulpit Controlled

Overhead Crane Operations Considerations for a Training Program The type of load or loads to be handled The rigging requirements Slings Rigging Hardware Below the hook lifting devices

Overhead Crane Operations Considerations for a Training Program The number of operators Pendant controlled operators Radio controlled operators Cab operators Shift operations On the Job Training

Overhead Crane Operations Responsibilities of Crane Operators Lifting and Moving Loads Before the lift begins Pre-Operation Inspection Requirements Visual Inspection Walk Around Operational Inspection Controls/Functions Limit Switches Upper Hoist Limit Switch

Overhead Crane Operations Responsibilities of Crane Operators (cont.) Rigging of the Load Weight of the Load Below the hook lifting Devices Slings Rigging Hardware Load on Rigging Equipment Sling Stress

Overhead Crane Operations Responsibilities of Crane Operators (cont.) During the Lift Controlling load movement Dynamic / Side Loading Shock Loading Communication Designated Signal Person Hand Signals Radios

Overhead Crane Operations Responsibilities of Crane Operators (cont.) After the Lift Landing the Load Disconnecting the Rigging Returning the Crane to home position Hoist load blocks up out of travel paths Place controllers in off positions Turn power off Secure pendants out of travel paths Store radio controls in secured areas

Training Requirements for Maintenance Employees and Inspectors Overhead Crane Operations Training Requirements for Maintenance Employees and Inspectors If required to operate the crane Need to be trained as operators Need to address Mechanical and Electrical issues Qualified people Safety requirements Control of Hazardous Energy Fall Protection

Manufacturer’s Requirements Preventive Maintenance Procedures Overhead Crane Operations Manufacturer’s Requirements Frequency of inspections Preventive Maintenance Procedures Per Manufacturer’s recommendations OSHA and ASME Requirements Initial Inspections Frequent Inspections Periodic Inspections

Training Requirements for Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders Overhead Crane Operations Training Requirements for Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders Need to be trained to an awareness level on crane and rigging activities Identify people to be operators Provide Formal Training Provide Written and Practical Examinations Provide On the Job Training

Training Requirements for Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders Overhead Crane Operations Training Requirements for Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders Verify person is Competent to Operate Issue certificate Operators permit Formal record The person has been trained AND has passed the examinations

Overhead Crane Awareness Training Overhead Crane Operations Overhead Crane Awareness Training For all employees Explain Crane operations in the Work Areas Identify Hazards Identify Safety Requirements

Overhead Crane Operations Training Requirements for Health and Safety People responsible for crane operations OSHA 1910.179 Overhead and Gantry Cranes ASME B30.2 Overhead and Gantry Cranes ASME B30.17 Cranes and Monorails Other OSHA and ASME safety standards that address other types of cranes, hoists, and rigging applications

Health and Safety People Overhead Crane Operations Health and Safety People These resources will be helpful during auditing processes Verify training programs Verify preventive maintenance programs Verify inspection requirements Verify compliance with standards and the needs of the organization

Training for contractors and vendors within your organization Overhead Crane Operations Training for contractors and vendors within your organization They shall be required to Follow all applicable OSHA and ASME Safety Standards In house polices and guidelines When working around or near overhead cranes

In Summary Overhead Crane Operations The Responsibility for Overhead Crane and Hoist Operations falls to a wide group of individuals Plant Managers Area Managers Supervisors Team Leaders Operators Contractors Health and Safety Professionals

Are there any Questions? Overhead Crane Operations Thank You For Your Time Are there any Questions?