Possible Hazards – Possible issues like overhead power lines, difficult ground conditions, wind speed and direction, or other potential hazards in the area.

Restrictions – Considerations like traffic flow paths around boom swings, tie off anchor points and loads attaching methods when hoisting baskets and lifts.

Personnel – What personnel are needed in certain areas during different parts of the job.

Location Details – The location of the load and the crane during the lift, as well as, rigging point locations with access points and clearances required at pick up/drop off areas.

Lifting Route – Including any obstacles that may be present along the route.

Sequence – The sequence of the lift operation for efficient completion, including any projected down-time calculations.

Dimensions – The overall area of the load (length, width, depth, etc.).

Weight Requirements – The weight and capacity requirements of the load being lifted-both static (with no load) & dynamic.

Crane Type – The type of crane and lifting attachments being used, as well as, the information on where each attachment should be connected to the load.

Here’s a quick list of important factors that need to be considered: So, what should be included?Ī crane lift plan should include all the necessary information needed to properly execute, Durrett says. A well-thought-out lift plan can mean the difference between a successful lift and a disaster. Having the right equipment is only part of the equation for a crane lift. Even the most routine lift should, at a minimum, evaluate the weight of the load to be lifted to ensure it is within the limits of the proposed equipment.

The “breadth and width” of a lift plan can vary significantly depending on many factors such as (but not limited to): the weight, shape and value of the load, owner or GC lift requirements, subsurface conditions, allowable soil bearing capacity, site conditions, risk etc.Īt Maxim, we believe every lift should have a lift plan, Durrett added. What is a Crane Lift Plan and Why is It Important?Ī lift plan is a document that pulls together pertinent information related to attaching to, lifting and moving a load from one place to another, according to Dan Durrett, PE, director of engineering at Maxim Crane. In this article, we will explain what a crane lift plan is, why it’s important, what should be included, and how Maxim Crane Works can help create your lift plan. It also helps reduce risks associated with inadequate planning or miscommunication between personnel. With thousands of pounds of material moving around a construction site, having a well-thought-out lift plan is crucial to help ensure a safe and efficient project.Ī comprehensive lift plan ensures everyone working on or near the job site understands their role in completing the project successfully.

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