Overhead and Gantry Cranes
Overhead Crane
- A crane with a movable bridge carrying a movable or fixed hoisting mechanism and traveling on an overhead fixed runway structure.
Gantry Crane
- A crane similar to an overhead crane except that the bridge for carrying the trolley or trolleys is rigidly supported on two or more legs running on fixed rails or other runway.
Safe Work Practices
Each employee needs to be instructed in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury. This includes but is not limited to:
- Only designated and properly trained personnel shall be permitted to operate a crane.
- Manufacturer recommendations should be followed when using equipment and hoisting materials.
- Cranes should be inspected prior to use as well as at daily and monthly intervals.
- A preventive maintenance program should be established and procedures followed based on crane manufacturer recommendations.
- Operators should follow the procedures established for handling the loads and ensure that the load rating is being followed.
- Fire extinguishers should be readily available and the equipment operators should be properly trained in their use.