22-3.2.1 Handling the Load
(a) No crane shall be loaded beyond the rated load
except for test purposes.
(b) The load to be lifted is to be within the rated load
of the crane in its existing configuration.
(c) When loads that are not accurately known are to
be lifted, the person responsible for the job shall ascer- tain that the weight of the load does not exceed the crane rated load at the radius at which the load is to be lifted.
22-3.2.2 Operational Aids
(a) In all cases, verified weights, measured radii, and
manufacturer’s load rating chart capacities and instruc- tions shall take precedence over operational aids when handling a load. If it is necessary to temporarily override an operational aid to handle a rated capacity load within the limits established by the manufacturer’s load rating chart and instructions, the user shall comply with para. 22-3.2.1.
(b) When operational aids are inoperative or mal-
functioning, the crane and/or device manufacturer’s recommendations for continued operation or shutdown of the crane shall be followed until the problems are corrected. Without such recommendations and any pro- hibitions from the manufacturer against further opera- tion, the following requirements shall apply:
(1) Recalibration or repair of the operational aid
shall be accomplished as soon as is reasonably possible, as determined by a qualified person.
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(2) When a load indicator, overload protection sys-
tem, rated capacity indicator, or rated capacity limiter is inoperative or malfunctioning, the designated person responsible for supervising the lifting operations shall establish procedures for determining load weights and for conducting the lifts in accordance with para. 22-3.2.1.
(3) When an anti-two-block device, two-block dam-
age prevention system, or two-block warning device is inoperative or malfunctioning, the designated person responsible for supervising the lifting operations shall establish procedures, such as assigning an additional signalperson, to furnish equivalent protection.
(4) When a level indicator is inoperative or mal-
functioning, other means shall be used to level the crane within the level requirements specified by the manufacturer.
22-3.2.3 Attaching the Load
(a) The load shall be attached to the hook by means
of slings or other devices of sufficient capacity.
(b) Hoist rope shall not be wrapped around the load.
22-3.2.4 Moving the Load
(a) The operator shall determine the following: (1) The crane is level and, where necessary, the
vehicle/carrier is blocked properly.
(2) The load is well secured and balanced in the
sling or lifting device before it is lifted more than a few inches (several centimeters).
(3) Means are provided to hold the vehicle station-
ary while operating the crane.
(b) Before starting to lift, the hook shall be brought
over the load in such a manner as to minimize swinging.
(c) During lifting, care shall be taken that
(1) there is no sudden acceleration or deceleration
of the moving load
(2) load, boom, or other parts of the crane do not
contact any obstruction
(d) Cranes shall not be used for dragging loads
sideways.
(e) This Volume recognizes that articulating boom
cranes are designed and intended for handling materi- als. They do not meet personnel lift or elevator require- ments. Therefore, no lifting, lowering, swinging, or traveling shall be done while a person is on the hook or load. Hook-attached suspended work platforms (bas- kets) shall not be used with cranes covered by this Standard. Work platforms (baskets) attached to the boom shall be approved by the crane manufacturer.
(f) The operator should avoid carrying loads over
people.
(g) Blocking under stabilizers shall meet the require-
ments as follows:
(1) strong enough to prevent crushing
(2) of such thickness, width, and length as to com-
pletely support the stabilizer pad
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(h) Firm footing under all tires, or individual stabi-
lizer pads should be level. Where such a footing is not otherwise supplied, it should be provided by timbers, cribbing, or other structural members to distribute the load so as not to exceed allowable bearing capacity of the underlying material.
(i) Any time stabilizers are used, the stabilizers shall
be extended or deployed per the crane manufacturer’s load rating chart specifications and set per manufacturer specifications. When partially extended stabilizers are used, the following requirements, when applicable, shall be met:
(1) Crane operation with partially extended stabi-
lizers shall only be undertaken if approved by the crane manufacturer.
(2) Stabilizers shall be set at equal positions that
correspond to the load rating charts supplied by the manufacturer for those positions. Only the load chart(s) corresponding to the stabilizer positions shall be used for operation.
(3) When situations arise where stabilizers must be
set at unequal positions that correspond to the load rating charts supplied by the manufacturer, the load rating charts corresponding with the individual quad- rants of operation shall be used. The manufacturer or qualified person shall be consulted to determine if any capacity reductions, special operating procedures, or limitations are required.
(a) The crane operator shall approve the setup of
the crane. If a crane operator has a supervisor involved in crane setup, the operator and the supervisor shall discuss and agree upon any required limitations.
(b) A means shall be provided to limit crane
movement or to warn the operator of proximity to pro- hibited operational ranges or areas.
(4) When situations arise that will not permit stabi-
lizers to be set at positions that correspond to the loca- tions established by the manufacturer ’s load rating chart(s), the crane manufacturer shall be consulted to determine if any capacity reductions, special operating procedures, or limitations are required. If required infor- mation is not available from the manufacturer, a quali- fied person shall be consulted.
(j) In transit, the boom shall be carried in stowed
position.
(k) When rotating the crane, sudden starts and stops
shall be avoided. Rotational speed shall be such that the load does not swing out beyond the radius at which it can be controlled.
(l) The crane shall not be traveled with a load on the
hook unless recommended by the manufacturer.
(m) No person should be permitted to stand or pass
under a suspended load.
22-3.2.5 Stowing Procedure
Follow manufacturer’s procedure and sequence when stowing and unstowing the crane.
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SECTION 22-3.3: MISCELLANEOUS