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Some Cautions When Operating A Spider Crane

Based on Henan Seven Industry Co., Ltd years of experience in selling spider cranes, this type of industry cranes are becoming increasingly popular. Due to its small size and convenient use, it is suitable for construction in various places. Although the spider crane is not as complex as heavy cranes or as demanding as truck lifting, all safety precautions are the same once work begins. Don’t be careless. Now let’s take a look at the precautions during crane operation.

In some crane accidents, the main reasons are as follows:

1) Injury caused by hook detachment, splashing or swinging of heavy objects caused by improper lifting methods;

2) Violation of operating procedures. For example, personal accidents or equipment damage caused by crane overloading and hazardous area workers, driver failure to use weight limiters, brakes, or reset according to regulations, anchor overloading, excessive entanglement, derailment, overturning, and other accidents;

3) Conflicts caused by improper command and behavior;

4) Failure of crane lifting equipment, such as hooks, grab buckets, or collision and clamping of heavy objects due to brake device failure.

Next, we will introduce you some safety operation tips when using a spider crane.

1. Understand the requirements of the job

Before doing any work, you should fully understand the capabilities and limitations of the equipment you are using. Every aspect of the job should be considered, from knowing load capacity to knowing which spider crane to use. Have a plan in place before each lift, go through the safety checklist, and be ready to cancel the lift if conditions are unsafe. Rather than risk the lives and safety of those in or around the crane, delay or cancel the lift.

2. Personal protective equipment inspection

Reducing hazards on a job site is important, but it is impossible to make a crane 100% safe. Therefore, anyone working on a crane should wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). It can help protect you in the event of an accident while working with the crane. The following is basic personal protective equipment, but additional gear may be required in some situations. For example, hard hats, protective glasses, safety gloves, etc.

3. Read the operation manual

Even if you are qualified and trained to use a mobile spider crane, it helps to read the operator’s manual. There may be new or unique controls that you are not familiar with. Before operating the machine, it is better to have a comprehensive understanding of it. This includes knowing what safety mechanisms, such as load moment devices, are in place. Here are some things to check in the operator’s manual.

The above are the detailed precautions and suggestions for customers to use spider cranes. If you want to know more details about the spider crane, please contact us immediately, we will patiently answer for you!