Workers Safety Handbook

for Crane Operator

: G008934N PIN NA NAME : KRISH : 04/07/1980 DOB 00 REG NO : B100

: G008934N PIN NAME : KRISHNA : 04/07/1980 DOB 00 REG NO : B100

Year of issue: 2012

Must possess a valid Crane Operator license issued by the Commissioner for Workplace Safety and Health.

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Ensure that the crane has a valid Certificate of Test and Examination issued by an Authorised Examiner.

Refer to the load chart and identify the safe working load of the crane. Be familiar with the crane operations and its controls.

Ensure that a Lifting Plan has been established for the load and the entire lifting team has been briefed on the plan.

Conduct operational tests on all limiting and indicating devices under no load condition at the start of every shift. Record the test results in a log book/ sheet.

Ensure that a Permit-To-Work (PTW) has been issued before the start of any lifting operation.

Ensure that the ground condition has been assessed safe for crane travel and lifting before starting any operation. Report any unsafe ground conditions to your Lifting Supervisor.

Ensure that the outriggers are set up on a firm and levelled ground. Fully extend all the outriggers and secure the jacks on the base plates.

Hoist a load after a clear signal is given from the Signalman.

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Do not use the crane to pull or drag any load.

Conduct all lifting operations within the designated area or cordoned off road.

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Identify the weight of the load and ensure it is within the safe working load of the crane before hoisting.

Avoid any sudden movement such as jerking or stopping the crane abruptly.

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Perform all lifting operations at least 3 metres away from overhead power lines.

Do not leave the crane unattended while a load is suspended in mid-air.

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Do not operate cranes in severe weather conditions such as rain, strong winds and under poor lighting conditions.

Keep a regularly updated maintenance and operation log book/ sheet.

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Do not conduct any lifting operation if the path of operation is obstructed.

Report any failure or malfunction of the crane to the Lifting Supervisor and record it in the log book/ sheet.

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Published in June 2012 by the Workplace Safety and Health Council in collaboration with the Ministry of Manpower. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, in whole or in part, without prior written permission. The information provided in this publication is accurate as at time of printing. All cases shared in this publication are meant for learning purposes only. The learning points for each case are not exhaustive and should not be taken to encapsulate all the responsibilities and obligations of the user of this publication under the law. The Workplace Safety and Health Council does not accept any liability or responsibility to any party for losses or damage arising from following this publication. This publication is available on the Workplace Safety and Health Council Website: www.wshc.sg Email: contact@wshc.sg

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Ensure that any stationary truck mounted or wheel mounted crane is adequately and securely blocked while it is on a slope.