Overhead Crane Safety – 3 Tools to Eliminate Hazards
By: Moiz saeed There are numerous companies in the manufacturing and construction industry that rely on heavy machines for moving bulky loads from point A to point B. Especially, the heavy loads that are transferred through the aisles or placed on the floor take a significant amount of time, and if not done properly, can result in injury. This is the reason overhead cranes are used to transport heavy materials, making operations convenient, efficient and safer.
On the other hand, however, these overhead cranes cause several accidents in the warehouses of industries every year, costing lives and loss of valuable goods. And to prevent these unwelcomed accidents, the safety management and the workers must recognize these hazards and follow measures to counter them.
➢ What are the safety hazards present in industries involving
overhead cranes? Analysis of overhead crane accidents over the years has helped in revealing the three most common safety hazards. These include overloading, electrical hazard and material falling. It is very important to get familiar with these terms and get insights into these safety issues for a better understanding. We will briefly describe each below.