The operator and signal person must be familiar with the industry standard hand signals and shall use approved radios, or other means of communications, when direct hand signals would create a hazard or if the ability of the crane operator to clearly see the signal person is a problem. Workers safety handbook for rigger and signalman wsh council. Putting safety into pictures has been the trademark style of easy guides australia and we are continuing this process with our wide range of safety posters. Osha does not prescribe specific hand signals but states that, hand signals to crane and derrick operators shall be those prescribed by the applicable ansi standard for the type of crane in use. In all such cases, the required special signals shall be agreed upon in advance by the person directing lifting operations, the crane operator, and the signal person. If you would like a copy to print for your team download one of the pdf files a3 or a4 below. It is critical that the hitch you select will safely support the load. The officer responded to the question by saying that it was an emergency. Trainees will learn basic inspection techniques, hitch configurations, and loadhandling safety practices, as well as how to use american society of mechanical engineers hand signals. Rigging offshore offshore cranes api rp 2d operation and maintenance of offshore cranes cranes, like all pieces of heavy equipment, if not properly operated, inspected and maintained have a potential for causing major bodily injury or property damage. A rigging hitch is used to attach the sling to the load.
Explain the objectives of crane signal person basic training 1. Excavator hand signals the operator and the signaller must decide on a way to communicate with each other. Often the best way is to use clear, standard hand signals. Crane hand signals standardized hand signals are commonly used by the crane signal person. Module 4 lifting and rigging sm 4 1 introduction a fire officer on a pumper was once asked why he ordered the pumper engineer to drive the 30,000 pound fire apparatus on a road that had a bridge with a 10,000 load limit. Roles and responsibilities of a rigger 5 good and bad rigging practices 12 inspection of hooks and shackles 26 types of wear and tear for wire ropes 28 roles and responsibilities of a signalman 31 recommended crane hand signals 33 good communication practices 36 year of issue. Hand, voice and radio communications proficiency in hand and verbal signals, including the standard method for hand signals as required by asme b30. A movable boom that can be raised, lowered and rotated. Standardized hand signals are commonly used by the crane signal person. Army loads must be inspected by a qualified sling load inspector prior to the arrival of the supporting aircraft. When the signal person gives directions to the operator, they must be from the operators perspective. There is so much more to these lifts than just hand signals and if you want to be more than a spectator like me on the side of the road, take our rigging course, learn the ins and outs and be a confident participant in some amazing lifts. This occurs when the worker wants you to bring the load down. All types of mobile crane and tower crane signals approved by osha are explained in detail which are helpful for signalman and crane operators.
They can be folded down for pockets or wallets and contain a wealth of instant access information. Use one hand to give any motion signal and place other. Thesignal personhasdocumentationfromathirdparty qualifiedevaluatorshowingthatheorshe meetsthequalificationrequirements. It beet out the other guides based on amount of information provided in the small form factor, reference to osha statements, inclusion of general hand signals for crane operations, and the reference to all different types of rigging hardware and not focused on one specific brand of hardware. Ask your crew to practise them so that they become natural. However, many of these workers perform rigging as a part of their regular work routine. Pptsmrigging 2014 rigger role use proper hand signals at all times know the working load limit wll of sling chains, wire rope, etc. Using the simple but effective method of hand signals. Topic title organizationgrantee year grant number language. Basic rigging annotated instructors guide module overview this module introduces the uses of slings and common rigging hardware.
Hercules slr will help you to regulate and improve the safety of your securing, lifting or rigging devices to industry standards in static and dynamic settings. I chose this guide after sampling four other guides. Travel to me travel from me slew left slew right figure 42. Basic rigging module 0010609 annotated instructors guide. Avoid using singleleg wire rope slings with handspliced eyes. Use auxiliary hoist whip line tap one elbow with one hand, and then use regular signals. And always remember that a stop signal is to be followed, no matter who gives it. Hand signals you need to know during crane operations. So how does an operator, with a load suspended in air, follow instructions from their team.
Where the standard method for hand signals is infeasible, or an attachment is not covered nonstandard hand signals. Hand signals for crane operation when there is a lot of traffic at a worksite, it is essential for workers to be able to use hand signals. Rigging offshore offshore cranes api rp 2d operation. Raising or lowering the boom is signaled with the arm extended, the fingers closed and the thumb indicating whether you want the boom raised or lowered figure figure4 raise boom and lower boom. Raise boom extended an arm and close the fingers, point the thumb up. Whenever slow movement is required, you hold the palm of your free hand motionless in front of your other hand as it is giving the signal. Here are the basic crane signals our operators are trained to work with. Use main hoist tap the fist on the hardhat, and then use regular signals. The only exception is if other personnel see a hazard, they can use the emergency stop signal. Which of the following components are typically found on cranes. Crane hand signals rigging and crane reference cards. Arm extended, fingers closed, thumb pointing upward. Crane hand signals are very crucial for safe and more efficient crane operations at any work place. Total equipment training offers our free nccco rigger 1 signal person practice cco test as a comprehensive way to prepare for and pass the written test.
Basic rigging workbook training brookhaven national laboratory. As you may have guessed, this signal is basically the opposite of the previous one. Recommended crane hand signals understand and practice correct crane hand signals jib up jib down derricking jib figure 40. Provide a general overview of crane operations and limitations. Standard hand signals for controlling overhead and gantry cranes hoist. Hand signals for rigger technician full chapter youtube. Part these standard hand signals will apply to most operations where signals may be required. Rigging safety guide forward experienced mechanical construction and service workers are experts in pipefitting, plumbing, or mechanical service work, but not necessarily in rigging. Before the lift begins, check that the load hook is centered over the load and that the rigging gear is properly set. Crane signal person basic training eri safety videos.
The signal person is the only one who should give signals to the operator. Grantee materials by topic occupational safety and. Hand signals 45 4 determine task and jobsite requirements in order to ensure the safety of workers and the equipment involved, any operation. Preventing chronic beryllium disease through exposure recognition and control.
Lower with arm extended down and forefinger pointing down, move hand in small horizontal circles. Answer any questions from the previous weeks talk that you were unable answer at the time of the talk. These special signals should not be in conflict with the standard signals. Hand signals to know for crane operation maxim crane works. State the proper hand signals used during lifting operations. Rigging and crane reference cards are multicolored and laminated. The rigger signalman makes this signal by point the index finger down and moving it in a circular motion. Clench and unclench fingers to signal take the strain. There are many rigging methods for different kinds of loads being handled. Here are some standard hand signals for working with excavators. Ideally all persons directing a crane require nzqa 3789. Care must be taken in all facets of crane operation.
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