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Crane Safety and Quality Control

Safety is the most important factor to be considered during crane manufacturing. The steel used to make the crane is inspected to ensure that it has no structural flaws that would weaken the crane. Welds and bolts joints are inspected as well.

The United States government sets specific regulations through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration that limit the weight that a specific crane is allowed to lift. The Crane Manufacturers Association of America sets its own safety standards which exceed those required by the government. Special devices within the crane prevent the user from attempting to lift a weight heavier than that allowed.

A completed crane is first tested without a weight to ensure that all of its components operate properly. It is then tested with a weight to ensure that the crane is able to lift heavy objects without losing stability.

Safety ultimately depends on proper use of the crane. Crane operators must be specially trained, must pass specific tests, and must be examined for any visual or physical problems. The crane should be inspected each working shift, with a more thorough inspection of the motor and lifting apparatus on a monthly basis. Crane operators must be aware of changes in the environment in order to avoid accidents. For example, cranes should not be used during very windy conditions.

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