Page 3 - Crane and Rigging

Introduction

This manual has been prepared to instruct employees about the safe operation of overhead cranes and
the associated rigging. Employee health and safety, as well as that of the public, depend upon careful
application of safe procedures.

This manual covers the laws, regulations, required procedures and work rules relating to the safe
operation of overhead cranes. The information in this manual is current as of the publication date. It
should be noted, however, that requirements are subject to change over time as new means are
developed to control or eliminate certain workplace hazards or as new hazards are identified. For this
reason, a list of resources is provided to assist you in obtaining the most up-to-date information.

This manual provides general guidance for the safe operation of overhead cranes and should be used
in conjunction with manufacturer and company instructions and procedures. This document is not a
comprehensive source book on occupational safety and health. Workplace Safety Specialists, a
division of the Mentor Source Training Corporation makes no warranty, guarantee or representation as
to the absolute correctness or appropriateness of the information in this manual and assumes no
responsibility in connection with the implementation of this information. It cannot be assumed that this
manual contains all measures and concepts required for specific conditions or circumstances. This
document should be used for guidance and is not considered a legal document.

This manual covers the OSHA Standards at 29 CFR 1910.179 Overhead and Gantry Cranes, 1910.184
Slings as well as 29 CFR 1926.251 Rigging Equipment for Material Handing, 1926 Subpart CC Cranes
and Derricks in Construction addressing Overhead Cranes and Hoists in General Industry and
Construction, respectively.

Overhead Crane and Rigging 3 Rev 3 November 2021