Transcript Working Around/Under Loads

Working Around/Under Loads
INTRODUCTION
Whether it’s a load under a mobile crane, an overhead hoist
in the shop or a culvert or trench box under a loader bucket,
anytime there is a load in the air, a very serious hazard is
presented. Everyone, including the equipment operator,
rigger and other workers in the area must pay special
attention in order to make it home at the end of the shift.
FEDERAL AND STATE SAFETY
STANDARDS
Federal and State Safety Standards Make It
Illegal To:
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Move an overhead load over people
Allow people to pass under a suspended load
Leave a load in the air without the operator at the
equipment/hoist controls
OSHA 1926.753(D)- WORKING
UNDER LOADS
1926.753(d)(1)
Routes for suspended loads shall be pre-planned to ensure
that no employee is required to work directly below a
suspended load, except for:
1926.753(d)(1)(i)
Employees engaged in the initial connection of the steel; or
1926.753(d)(1)(ii)
Employees necessary for hooking or unhooking of the load.
OSHA 1926.753(D)- WORKING
UNDER LOADS
1926.753(d)(2)
When working under suspended loads, the following criteria
shall be met:
1926.753(d)(2)(i)
Materials being hoisted shall be rigged to prevent
unintentional displacement;
OSHA 1926.753(D)- WORKING
UNDER LOADS
1926.753(d)(2)(ii)
Hooks with self-closing safety latches or their equivalent shall
be used to prevent components from slipping out of the
hook; and
1926.753(d)(2)(iii)
All loads shall be rigged by a qualified rigger.
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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Never guide a suspended load by placing your hands on it
Always secure the area where the load will be moved.
Keep people out
Ensure no one is under the load
Ensure the load will not pass over anyone
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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Ensure the signal person or riggers are always in clear
view of the operator
Use proper slings, lifting chains and/or hardware to support
the load
Always limit the load to the lowest rated part of the lifting
system
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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If necessary, use tag lines to guide the load. Never use
your body
If you must perform fine alignment on a suspended load,
use a 2x4 or similar object to push. Do not use your hand
When not in use, always place strongbacks, slings, chains
and forklift forks down to the ground, even when they do
not carry a load
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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Ensure everyone around a suspended load is wearing a
hard hat
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OSHA states that one in five employees killed in falling load
accidents are struck by flying parts and pieces of rigging
Make sure all employees are trained and, as needed,
certified in the equipment they use
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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A suspended load can be moved using a crane, forklift,
hoist or tractor bucket
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However, don’t forget that forklift masts and forks, hoists or empty
buckets are also considered a suspended load
It is best to use a “10 foot rule.” This requires that no one
is allowed within 10 feet of the area in which the load would
fall if a failure were to occur
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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For overhead cranes and hoists, consider installing remote
controls to allow operation and movement of the machinery
from a safe distance.
Ensure that the load rating for the slings, chains or straps
is adequate for the rating of the crane, forklift or bucket
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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Ensure all slings, hoists, cranes and machinery
components are inspected before use and in adherence
with your preventative maintenance and manufacturer’s
requirements
Guard against shock loading by slowly taking up the slack
in the load
Never allow more than one person to control a lift or give
signals to a crane or hoist operator, except to warn of a
hazardous situation
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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Never raise the load more than necessary or leave the load
suspended in the air
If applicable, verify hydraulic systems and air lines are not
leaking
Verify lifting device chains and gears are lubricated
SAFETY TIPS WHEN WORKING
AROUND SUSPENDED LOADS
For everyone’s safety, when lifting an object with a hoist,
crane, boom, loader or backhoe, remember the following:
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Avoid sudden movements or stops that would cause strain
on the support system
If using mobile equipment to suspend the load, ensure the
parking brake is set to avoid movement of the machine
Ensure horns and back-up alarms are working properly