Cranes Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:52:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:52:00 +0000 Safe Build Forum http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?forums/cranes.41/ Tue, 17 Apr 2018 07:50:10 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/risks-associated-with-mobile-crane-operations-part-1.1272/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/risks-associated-with-mobile-crane-operations-part-1.1272/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin Wed, 26 Feb 2014 12:58:44 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/tag-line-use.935/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/tag-line-use.935/ invalid@example.com (Brian) Brian I am now “G t vol” of some PC’s and agents safety officers on site complaining about the incorrect use or absence of tag lines in lifting operations, and wanting to stop operations.

For those of you who may need some information on the topic here it is.

Clearly, we all need some help and educating.

There has on one or two sites I recently visited been some confusion regarding the application of “tag line” requirements in and the meaning of the phrase or term to “swing...

Tag Line Use]]> 1 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:24:55 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/guidelines-on-safe-use-of-cranes.163/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/guidelines-on-safe-use-of-cranes.163/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin Guidelines on Safe Use of Cranes​
Control of the Lifting Operation

One person should be appointed to have overall control of the lifting operation. The appointed person should have adequate training and experience to enable him to plan ahead, select a suitable crane and lifting gear and equipment, give instructions and supervise the operation. He should also implement an adequate inspection and maintenance scheme and an effective procedure for reporting...

Guidelines on Safe Use of Cranes]]> 1 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:22:32 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/tower-crane-checklist.84/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/tower-crane-checklist.84/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
1. Tower cranes are erected and dismantled by competent people who have the necessary training and experience. Companies should draw up written procedures, including method statements for each type of tower crane which should be available on site and those involved in the work be familiar with them.

2. A thorough examination of the crane is undertaken after its erection by a competent person who is...

Tower Crane Checklist]]> 2 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:20:08 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/the-effect-of-wind-on-tower-cranes-in-service.276/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/the-effect-of-wind-on-tower-cranes-in-service.276/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
Attached is an excellent article explaining in detail how it works,...

The effect of wind on Tower Cranes in service]]> 3 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:15:57 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/lifting-machinery-and-lifting-tackle-safety-in-construction.459/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/lifting-machinery-and-lifting-tackle-safety-in-construction.459/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin Lifting Machinery:

Lifting machinery such as Tower Cranes, Mobile Cranes, Gantry Cranes, Teleporters and Hoists must be designed and constructed in accordance with generally accepted technical standards. Lifting machinery and all its components must be thoroughly examined and subjected to a performance test, also known as a load test. This load test must be performed as prescribed by the standards to which the lifting machinery was manufactured. The load test must be carried out by...

Lifting Machinery and Lifting Tackle Safety in Construction]]> 4 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:34:17 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/avoiding-the-collision-zone.111/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/avoiding-the-collision-zone.111/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin Article by Plant, Equipment & Hire Magazine (August 2009)

Anti-collision technologies that can be retrofitted to existing cranes have been introduced and are popular worldwide. Philippa McAlister probes the merits of this technology.

Tower cranes are the most visible piece of equipment on construction sites, and it is critical that they are installed, maintained and operated by competent personnel. Failure can and has lead to major incidents in the past and in response...

Avoiding The Collision Zone]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2009 12:30:39 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/slinging-best-practice.85/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/slinging-best-practice.85/ invalid@example.com (Neil Enslin) Neil Enslin
Scaffold boards:

1. Ensure timber batons are of appropriate equal lenght and neatly stacked,
2. Ensure timber is of sufficient lenght to pass through both chains
3. Tag lines must be used on awkward loads.

Rebar Straight/Preformed:

1. Let chains form natural angles
2. Do not hammer down chains.

Electrical Box:

1. If...

Slinging- Best practice]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:03:44 +0000 http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/legal-requirements-lifting-machinery.7/ http://forum.safebuild.co.za/index.php?threads/legal-requirements-lifting-machinery.7/ invalid@example.com (Neels Nortje) Neels Nortje http://kznmba.blogspot.com or go directly to the topic via this link http://kznmba.blogspot.com/2009/01/legal-check-part-6-lifting-machinery.html]]>