EHSDP0120.9 Crane Operation Pre-Lift Checklist
EHSDP0120.9 Crane Operation Pre-Lift Checklist
EHSDP0120.9 Crane Operation Pre-Lift Checklist
CHECKLIST
This checklist must be reviewed by both the crane operator and the Kidde contractor coordinator prior to
performing a crane lift. All questions must be considered. Any items that are determined, and agreed to be “not
applicable” must be initialed by both the crane operator and the Kidde contractor coordinator.
Is the crane operator qualified? Has a copy of the operators’ license been provided?
Is there documentation to verify that the annual crane inspection is current?
Has a lift plan been developed? Is the crane configured in accordance with the lift plan?
Has the crane been inspected and its condition is acceptable?
Has the rigging equipment been inspected, secured and is in an acceptable condition?
Is the supporting surface stable? Has the use of crane mats been considered?
Are proper crane mats (if required) placed under outrigger floats and at a 90º angle to the
outrigger cylinders? Are crawler cranes on proper crane mats (if required)?
Are outriggers (if applicable) fully extended with tires off of the ground?
Is the crane within 1º of level? Has the level of the crane been checked with a 4 foot
carpenters level or other acceptable method? NOTE: The “Target Level” in the crane cab can be
used for initial leveling but should not be considered reliable for “critical lifts”.
Is the exact load weight known?
Is the location of the center of gravity of the load known and the crane hook positioned directly
above it?
Was the load radius measured exactly? For heavy lifts, has the potential increasing load
radius due to deflections in the boom, tire, and/or carrier been considered?
EHSDP0120.9 Rev: 0