Learn how to perform a proper crane inspection and pass a weigh station or road inspection. There aren’t any power point slides or laser pointers during this session! We’re bringing a mobile crane to the Gaylord Hotel so you can walk through the crane inspection process first-hand with Jeff Hammons, VP, Risk Management, a crane operator plus a local compliance officer. This is a great opportunity to get an insider’s perspective and discover new ways to improve your current inspection procedures. Speakers: Doug Glover, Crane Operator, Digging & Rigging, Inc. Jeff Hammons, President, Hammons & Associates Officer Norm Muller, Bensalem Township Police Department

1. CRANE
INSPECTIONS
Doug Glover, Digging & Rigging, Inc.
Jeff Hammons, Hammons & Associates
Officer Norman Muller, Bensalem Township

2. PART 1
Pre-Trip and Shift Inspections
Crane Operator Doug Glover

3. Pre-trip Inspection
Safety Related Systems
 Horn
 Parking Brake
 Mud Flaps
 Emergency Equipment
 Clearance Obstacles
 Outrigger floats properly secured
 Load Securement
(Cribbing/Dunnage properly secured and any
attachments)

4. Operational Requirements
 Steering
 Suspension
 Hoses
 Wires
 Brakes
 Lighting/Indicators
 Tires
 Wheels/Rims
 Fluids
 Wipers
 Mirrors/Cameras (if equipped)
 Coupling Devices/Air Pressure
 Visibility
(Windshield condition,
windows etc.)

5. Shift Inspection
 Minimum required inspection
 Not required to be documented
(But most responsible organizations have requirements
to document this inspection)
 Ground conditions meet 1926.1402 requirements and
CONTROLLING ENTITY has done proper diligence
 Unlike previous regulations MUST be executed prior to
EACH SHIFT

6. Basics:
 Control mechanisms for maladjustments
 Control/Drive mechanisms for apparent excessive wear of
components, contamination of lubricants, water or other
foreign matter
 Safety Devices MUST work

7. PART 2
Compliance Tips
Officer Muller

8. Commercial Vehicle
Noticed while moving, used to make stops
Vehicle
USDOT markings, Fuel Tax, State/Federally annual
inspections, Lights, Unsecured Loads/Equipment
Driver
Seat belt use, Cell phone use, traffic violations
Roadside Inspection
(Systematic stops and Probable Cause stops)

9. When stopped
Vehicle
Fire extinguishers, warning devices (triangles),
tires, body/frame/component damage, brakes
Driver
License violations (proper class and
endorsements), Medical Certs, License restrictions
(corrective lenses, air brakes), log books when
required

10. Size of vehicle
Determine if permit is needed or not
Equipment on Vehicle
Counter weights that are removable
Most permits do not allow additional weight on vehicle
(Divisible Load)
Special Mobile Equipment (Cranes)

11. While Driving
• Correct Sign (wording and size)
• Time Restrictions (some urban areas are restricted during high traffic times)
• Possible route issue (a permit load on a route normally not used for permits)
While Stopped
• Permit is complete (all required paperwork is with the permit)
• Permit is for date being used (not expired)
• Permit is signed by driver (verifies Regulations are being followed)
• Permit is for the vehicle(s) that is stopped (proper registration)
• Proper route is being used
• Weight and size is correct for vehicle
Permits Regulations

12. PART 3
Annual Inspections and Close
President Jeff Hammons

13. Key Information
29 CFR 1926.32(l) states:
"Qualified" means one who, by possession of a recognized degree,
certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive
knowledge, training and experience, has successfully demonstrated
his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject
matter, the work, or the project.

14. The definitions provide that a qualified person must have
a recognized degree, certificate, etc., or extensive
experience and ability to solve the subject problems, at the
worksite. This is the reason why 29 CFR 1926.651(f)
requires that supporting systems design shall be by a
qualified person. There may be a requirement for more
technical or engineering knowledge here.

15.  MUST have an Operator AND Mechanic available for this inspection
 MUST have the previous inspection available for this inspection
 Inspection MUST include all areas of the crane that are NOT inspected during
normal operation
 MUST have TIME, TIME, TIME….Do NOT buy an inspection!!!
This inspection must include functional testing to determine that the equipment
as configured in the inspection is functioning properly.
(Sounds, System integrity, contingencies, and redundancies engage, proper
configuration and aides and devices work properly.)
 MUST disassemble/boom down as necessary to complete
(EXCEPTION – 6 Months to complete)
 MUST have an area this inspection can be properly executed in
 MUST be done at least every 12 months
 MUST be documented and retained for 12 months

16. Highlights/Depth of Inspection
There are numerous inspection items here but for time constraints I
will highlight some KEY areas not inspected during normal operation
items:
Equipment Structure, Boom, Lacing, Jib(s)
Structural Members
Welds, joints, dents, gouges, abrasions with depth,
pitting, rusting, deformity, etc.

17. Inspect the following for proper operation, excessive wear, cracks, scores, nicks,
dents, scorching, signs of failure or impending failure, excessive abrasion,
scrubbing, rubbing, leaks, corrosion, dry rotting, etc.:
• Sheaves and Drums
• Pins, Bearings, Shafts
• Shaft Seals, Joints, Gears
• Rollers, Locking Devices
• Brakes, Clutches, Linings,
• Pawls, Ratchets
• Safety Devices
• Decals (legible)
• Operational Aides
• Chains, Drive Sprockets
• Travel Steering, Brakes
• Locking Devices
• Tires
• Fluids and Fluid travel Sys
• Threaded/Clamped Joints
• Hose/Tubes Fixed/Flexible
• Pneumatic pumps/motors
• Loose Bolts/Fasteners
• Valves condition/proper relief
pressures
• Spools
• Leaks/Housing cracks
• *Outriggers Pads/Floats
• **Electrical Components
• Wiring Cracks/Splits/Corrosion
• Ladders/Steps/Guards
• Employee hazard protection
 *Outriggers: In YOUR sequence set up on outriggers and use 4’ level
checking over course of entire inspection
 **Electrical: Check Known Locations of Moisture Collection

18. Operators cab
 Originally equipped seat or equivalent
 Labels present and legible
 Originally supplied devices or equivalent
 COMPLETE OPERATORS MANUAL
(start here if not present discontinue inspection)
 All Windshield/Glass free of distortions

19. If any deficiency is identified, an immediate determination
must be made by the qualified person as to whether the
deficiency constitutes a safety hazard or, though not yet a
safety hazard, needs to be monitored in the monthly
inspections.
If the qualified person determines that a deficiency is a safety
hazard, the equipment must be taken out of service until it
has been corrected, except when temporary alternative
measures can be implemented.
The name and signature of the person who conducted the
inspection and the date.

20. QUESTIONS?