1. Crane Signalperson Hand Signals

2. Crane Signal Basics
Crane operators are trained to work according to an established code of signals, while using a signaler.
Hand Signals are the preferred method.

3. Crane Signal Basics Who is a signaler?
A person qualified to give signals to an operator
A person that is clearly defined as such
Does a signal always need to come from a designated signaler?
NO. A crane operator must always obey STOP signals from anyone.

4. Crane Signal Basics Responsibilities of a signaler
Be in clear view of the operator
Be in clear view of the load and equipment
Keep the area free of people
Never direct a load over people

5. Crane Signals & Safety
Referenced by the OSHA Standard in CFR (Subpart N)
“Hand signals to crane and derrick operators shall be those prescribed by the applicable ANSI standard for the type of crane in use. An illustration of the signals shall be posted at the job site.”

6. Crane signs: A how-to guide

7. Crane Signals: A How-To
Extend Boom (Two Hands)
Extend Boom (One Hand)

8. Crane Signals: A How-To
Retract Boom (Two Hands)
Retract Boom (One Hand)

9. Crane Signals: A How-To
Travel
Bridge Travel: Arm extended forward, hand open and slightly raised, make a pushing motion in direction of travel
Dog Everything
Means PAUSE. This signal can be used on potentially risky occasions such as when it has started raining, when the load doesn't fit the space for which it was planned, or when a bystander gets too close to the action.

10. Crane Signals: A How-To
Hoist
Lower

11. Crane Signals: A How-To
Use Main Hoist
Use Whip Line

12. Crane Signals: A How-To
Raise Boom
Lower Boom

13. Crane Signals: A How-To
Move Slowly
Swing

14. Crane Signals: A How-To
Raise the Boom
& Lower the Load
Lower the Boom
& Raise the Load

15. Crane Signals: A How-To
Stop
Emergency Stop

16. When Things Go Awry…
This accident occurred when the crane operator neglected to adhere to the instructions of his signaler. He overloaded the equipment, disabled the computer, and continued against the signaler’s advice.

17. For More Information… Signal-Rite.org Construction WorkCenter
Construction WorkCenter
OSHA Regulations – Cranes & Derricks