How to ensure the safety of remote control overhead crane drivers?
The experienced crane driver is mainly responsible for the operation and driving of the overhead crane. A skilled crane driver can make crane work easier with half the effort.
The crane driver master the basic components of the overhead crane can control the crane well.
Remote controlled crane driver’s responsibilities
Remote control overhead crane drivers to care for the safety of themselves and anyone working in the area of the remote crane.
Remote control overhead crane safety
Any problems with the overhead crane to be reported immediately so that it can be fixed.
Summary- Operating Procedure
Everyone in the immediate vicinity is clear of the load and aware that the load is being moved.
Gently take up the slack before lifting.
Operate controls slowly and gradually.
If load swing, "chase" and "catch" the load.
Never leave a suspended load unattended, even for short period.
Nobody stands under the load.
Always lift load using center of hook.
Always place hook directly above the loads center
Never place hook block on the ground or load.
When traveling with load, accelerate and brake gently.
Travel with load as close to ground as possible and keep speed to a minimum.
Have unobstructed view of load, chaser and work area.
Work only at areas that are well illuminated.
When walking with a load, walk behind and beside the load. Guide load with palm of the hand and do not hold the slings.
Suspended load must not be left untended.
Lower load and remove slings from hook.
Raise hook to a safe level (~2.5 meters)