How To Review A Lift Plan
How To Review A Lift Plan
Jim Worrell P.E.
Lift‐Think, LLC
[email protected]
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Jim Worrell, P.E.
49 Years of construction experience, 45 of that
as a Rigging Engineer and Heavy Lift Project
Manager
Experience in:
– Petrochemical
– Pulp and Paper
– Power
– Offshore Fabrication
– Gin Poles and Derricks
– Over‐dimensional Transportation
– Alternate Lifting Methods
– Barge transportation and offloading
– Heavy Civil
Member of the ASCE Construction Institute
Crane Safety Committee
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Outcome of this Presentation
• Gain an introduction into the requirements and structure of a
formal lift plan
• Gain some knowledge of the terms, equipment types, and site
conditions of cranes and rigging
• Obtain a list of reference documents to assist you in your task
So‐ You have been asked to review a lift plan
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Crane Types: Rough Terrain (RT)
• The “workhorse” on
construction sites
• Can handle all types of jobsite
terrain and conditions
• Must be trucked in to site
• Can walk with load and work
on rubber (reduced capacity
• Maximum rated capacities
peak at around 150‐160 tons
due to transport limitations
Photo courtesy of McCarthy Building Companies
Crane Types: Telescoping Boom Truck Crane
• Telescoping boom truck cranes,
formerly called “hydraulic” or “hydro”
cranes, are well‐suited for “taxi”
work
• They can travel well at highway speed
• They sometimes carry with them
most accessories, such as a swing
away jib
• They are best used on hard and level
surfaces
• Boom Trucks fall into this category
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Crane Types: All‐Terrain (AT)
• A compromise between telescopic truck
canes and RT cranes
• The AT crane can travel on highways at a
reasonable speed and have the ability to
tackle most jobsite ground conditions
• AT cranes usually have higher rated
capacities and have more options with
fixed and luffing jibs than the
telescoping boom truck cranes
Photo courtesy of International Cranes and Specialized Transport magazine
Crane Types: Lattice Boom Truck Crane
• Has excellent lifting capacity and will
out pick similarly rated telescoping
boom cranes‐ especially at longer radii
and boom length
• Mobilization costs are usually more
than for telescoping boom cranes
• Except in rare cases, these cranes
cannot walk with the load
• Usually the swing arc is limited to 270
degrees or less
• Travels well on highways
Photo courtesy of Southern Industrial Corporation
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Crane Comparisons 1
Crane Comparisons 2
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Crane Types: Crawler Cranes
• Mobilization costs are
usually more
• They can come in very high
capacities and can have a
variety of capacity‐
enhancing attachments
• They can walk with the load
• More time and effort is
required to insure a level
and stable working
platform
Photo source unknown
Crane Types: Telescopic Boom Crawler
• Long out of favor except for
tank builders and electrical
utilities contractors, these
cranes are making a comeback
due to their versatility on the
jobsite
• They can walk with loads and
tackle tough site ground
conditions
• As they are usually of a lower
capacity, they are easily
trucked
Photo source unknown
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Jib Types: Fixed Jibs
• Fixed jibs are fixed to the main boom
at a certain angle
• This angle remains constant when
booming up or down
• There are a few variations of fixed
jibs‐ mostly short jibs used for tall lifts
where interference with the boom is
likely
• ..or very short jibs (rooster sheaves)
to separate the auxiliary line from the
main load fall
Photo courtesy of American Cranes & Transport magazine
Crane Types: Luffing Jib
• Luffing jibs are affixed to a boom that
is set at a fixed angle and the jib
rotates in the vertical plane
• This makes them ideal for lifting over
high structures
• Long jibs increase the minimum
radius‐ thus decreasing lifting at
short radii.
• Long jibs require adequate room for
assembly, although some jibs can be
assembled folded under the main
boom
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Jib Comparisons
• Two jibs are shown together on a
jobsite. The fixed jib is on the left and
the luffing jib is on the right
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
Crane Types: Capacity Enhancing Attachments
• These attachments are usually found
on crawler cranes
• There are several general types, the
latter currently more favored:
Incorporating a guy derrick
Placement on a large diameter ring
Addition of an extended counterweight
and mast
• Mega‐cranes
Photo courtesy of Burkhalter Crane and Rigging
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Set‐Up: Tight Holes
Photo courtesy of deep south crane and rigging
Set‐Up: Boom Assembly
Photo courtesy of American Cranes & Transport magazine
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Set‐Up: Tight Spaces‐ Tail Swing and Outriggers
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Set‐Up: Tail Swing (Gantry or Mast)
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Set‐Up: Difficult Outrigger Placement
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Set‐Up: Short Outriggers
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Set‐Up: Outrigger Placement subject to structural
concerns
Photo courtesy of American Cranes & Transport magazine
Close Quarters: Interference with the Load
• The guy derrick is at its absolute minimum radius and the vessel is barely clearing the
structure
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Assembly & Disassembly
• Assembly and disassembly exposes
crews to many hazardous situations
where the potential for falls, cuts,
bruises, and other injuries exists
• The new OSHA Crane Rules place
special emphasis on this activity and
highlights managerial responsibility
(1926.1404 thru 1406)
• Assembly & disassembly planning is
required, some even requiring formal
lift plans
• An Assembly/Disassembly Lift
Director is required
Photo courtesy of Buckner Steel
Assembly and Disassembly:
Safety Devices
• Crane manufacturers have
recently included more fall
protection items on their
cranes‐
• Steps
• Ladders
• Platforms
• Runways for walking on the
boom or jib
Photo courtesy of Buckner Steel
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Assembly and Disassembly
Boom Walkways
Photo courtesy of Buckner Steel
Assembly and Disassembly:
Heavy components
Photo courtesy of Buckner Steel
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Ground Bearing: General
• Information is now available for
outrigger and track loadings
• However, there is not a uniform
method of determining the load
distribution
• It is also difficult to obtain a
realistic allowable ground bearing
pressure
• It remains a good practice to
mat everything‐ as much as
possible
Photo source unknown‐ Internet
Ground Bearing: No Matting
• An illustration of the
power of an outrigger on
soft ground without any
load distribution
Photo source unknown‐ Internet
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Outrigger Matting: Normal
(for smaller cranes on good surfaces)
• This shows a typical outrigger
placement where the steel (or
aluminum) float that comes with the
crane is placed on a high‐density
plastic pad
• These pads are also made from wood
or steel
• Loose boards do not provide good
ground bearing or stability
Photo source unknown
Ground Bearing: Matting For a Large AT Crane
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Ground Bearing: Matting in Poor Conditions
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Ground Bearing: Docks
Photo source unknown
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Ground Bearing: Crawler Loading 1
Graphics courtesy of Landmark Engineering Services
Ground Bearing: Crawler Loading 2
Graphics courtesy of Landmark Engineering Services
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Ground Bearing: Matting for Crawler cranes
Photo courtesy of Buckner Steel
Ground Bearing: Matting Diagram for a Stationary
Crawler Crane
Graphics courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Ground Bearing‐ Lack of Matting
• This accident was attributed to a lack of matting and poor ground conditions
• Matting provides both better load distribution and a firm surface for leveling
• Leveling is not easy for crawler cranes, but it is very important
Photo source unknown‐ Internet
The importance of Being Level
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Ground Bearing: Total Matting (Dance Floor)
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Lifting Conditions of concern: Wind
• Wind speeds are limited by
both the manufacturer and
the local limitations
• Anemometers are sometimes
mounted on boom tips of
larger cranes with longer
booms
• Owners in hurricane prone
areas are seasonally leaning
toward telescoping boom
cranes for longer duration
activities
Photo source unknown‐ Internet
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Lifting conditions of concern: Cold Weather
• Cold weather may have
distinct effects on crane
operations:
• Particular attention needs
to be paid to lubricants
and fluids
• Personnel may not work as
effectively
• Steels may adversely react
to the cold
Photo source‐ unknown Internet
Lifting Conditions of Concern: Power Lines
• The new OSHA crane rules
have made major changes
regarding working around
power lines
• “Working around power
lines” is not always the issue
Photo source‐ unknown Internet
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Lifting Conditions of Concern: Rebar Cages
• Credit must be given to the crews
who safely lift rebar cages‐ a non‐
rigid object
• However, frequently lifts ignore the
recommendations of the crane
manufacturers
• This includes:
– Side loading the boom
– Misuse of the two hooks
– Failure to maintain a plumb
load fall
• Another concern: Pulling of piles and
caissons
Photo source‐ Internet Unknown
Lifting Conditions of Concern: Docks or Drop‐offs
• The risk here is magnified by the
situation
• Things to consider in such situations:
– De‐rating the crane
– Provide extra matting and ground
preparation
– Verify the weight to be lifted
– Avoid night lifts or lifts in wind or foul
weather
– Monitor the tracks or outriggers during the
lift
– Have radio and visual communication
between all key personnel
Photo courtesy of Amrican Cranes & Transport magazine
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Lifting Conditions of Concern: Removal of Existing
Equipment
• The presence of solids or liquids
• Structural modification
• Corrosion
• Lifting lugs may have been removed
• When removing an existing item, the
full load is realized at once‐ usually at
elevation
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Lifting Conditions of Concern: Working at Night
• Some lifts must be made at
night due to site
requirements
• Adequate lighting is of
prime importance
• Communication is of equal
importance
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Center of Gravity: Determination
• Calculation of the center‐of –
gravity is important for many lifts
• The CG can be determined by :
– Calculation
– Scales or load cells
– Trial and error on the ground (in some cases)
• Calculation of the CG is not always
difficult, but requires extra effort
• CG may also be important for the
rigging
• Knowledge of the CG is essential
for any multi‐crane lift
Photo source unknown
Center of Gravity: Upending a Vertical Load (Tailing)
• Determination of the load
distribution for upending a
vertical vessel or any other
such load is critical
• The practice of “Guessing”
should not be encouraged
• The unique characteristics
of each load will differ and
affect the CG. Examples are:
o Lift point locations
o Internals
Photo courtesy of Bay, Ltd.
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Center of Gravity: Complex Rigging
• The CG can be quite difficult to
determine with some loads
• This makes locating lifting points very
difficult
• This will affect the rigging‐ which
should be overdesigned
Photo source unknown
OSHA and Multi‐Crane Lifts
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Multi‐Crane Lifts: Two Crawlers‐ Horizontal load
• Photo courtesy of Bay, Ltd.
Multi‐Crane Lifts: Two Cranes‐ Horizontal Load
Photo courtesy of Bay, Ltd.
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Multi‐Crane Lifts: Two Cranes‐ Horizontal Load on Dock
• If it is a structural dock,
outrigger placement may be
limited to structural concerns
• Careful planning is required to
avoid minimum radii and
boom interference
• As with all multi‐crane lifts,
signaling is very important
Photo courtesy of Burkhalter Crane and Rigging
Multi‐Crane Lifts: Two Cranes‐ Vertical Lift‐
Unconnected
• Two unmatched cranes are lifting a
tall pressure vessel and are
unconnected to each other
Photo courtesy of Bay, Ltd.
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Multi‐Crane Lifts: Two Cranes‐ Vertical Lift (connected)
• Two unmatched cranes are lifting a
tall pressure vessel and are
connected to each other with a heavy
pipe (axle)
• It is important to keep the axle in the
horizontal plane as much as possible
• Initial orientation with the
foundation and anchor bolts is
important as the ability to rotate the
vessel to the desired orientation is
limited
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Multi‐Crane Lifts: Connected With Load Distribution
• The larger crane (on the left) takes a
proportional share of the load by the
use of the inverted lift beam.
• If possible, a goal is to keep each
crane at roughly the same
percentage of chart
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Multi‐Crane Lifts: Tailing Considerations
• The load distribution between the
cranes constantly changes
• Keeping load falls plumb and
preventing side loading is essential
• Study potential interferences with the
rigging
• Utilize the main lift crane to lessen the
burden on the tail crane‐ if possible
Photo courtesy of Bay, Ltd.
Multi‐Crane Lifts: Tailing‐ Load Distribution
Graphics courtesy of Richard Krabbendam
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Multi‐Crane Lifts: More Than One Crane
• Good prior planning is a must
• Each crane should be de‐rated
• Determination of the load
distribution must be accurate
• Field Communication is a
priority
• Photo courtesy of American Crane & Transport magazine
Multi‐Crane Lifts: Accidents
• This photo was taken during an
accident where 3 or 4 cranes were
making a lift
• When one crane fails, the other
cranes are left with the load‐
resulting in a compound accident of
very serious consequences
Photo source unknown
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Rigging: An Overview
• As Compared with accidents due to
‘overloading’ or ‘ground conditions’,
there are fewer accidents from
rigging failure‐ mostly due to the 5:1
minimum safety factor based on
‘breaking strength’
• This holds true for all slings and
manufactured lifting hardware
• Fabricated below‐the hook lifting
devices fall into a separate category
• When reviewing a formal lift plan, an
inordinate amount of time is usually
spent on analyzing the rigging
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Rigging: Lifting Lugs‐ Positive Connection and Rotation
• The importance of lifting points is
sometimes overlooked by the vendor
or the reviewing party
• Three desirable traits of good rigging
are:
Positive Connection
Rotation
Equalization
Photo source unknown
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Rigging: Equalization
• For this lift, four Lifting points on
each side call for the same loading on
each lug
• Running a wire rope sling through a
sheave (or snatch block) results in
each leg of the sling having the same
load
• The sling capacity reduction (D/d
ratio) for going over a sheave or any
other diameter will be discussed later
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
Lifting Points: Trunnions
• Some trunnions are “bolt‐on”
• Trunnions may make
unhooking the load easier and
safer
• Trunnions can be designed to
be a positive connection
Photo courtesy of Burkhalter Crane and Rigging
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Rigging: Bolt‐on attachments
Bolt‐on Tailing Lugs
Photos courtesy of Turner Industries
Rigging: Wire Rope Construction
Graphics courtesy of The Wire Rope Technical Board
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Rigging: Wire Rope Slings
• Wire Rope Slings are fabricated with the eye
secured with a Flemish Eye Splice and then
covered with a pressed sleeve
• Wire Rope Slings are made in several
constructions‐ designed for various
applications
• Wire Rope manufacturers joined together to
use identical lifting capacities for their
similar products.
• This manual gives the capacities for slings in
many applications as well as technical advice
Photo courtesy of The Wire Rope Technical Board
Rigging: Wire Rope Slings
• Wire rope slings are durable and have
excellent capacity
• Yet they are easily misused and
handled resulting in permanent
deformations and broken wires
• The exterior is easily inspected and
straightforward inspection criteria
exists
• Wire rope slings are subject to
capacity reductions, both for the type
of eye constructions and going over
diameters
• Wire rope slings are a working
machine and should be lubricated
and inspected regularly
Graphic source unknown
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WIRE ROPE SLINGS: D/d RATIO
• Example: If the ratio is 10, then from the graph the efficiency is .85, and a
hypothetical single part sling has a safe working load of 8,000# (based on a
5:1 safety factor).
• The capacity doubled over the surface is 8,000 x 2 x .85= 13,600#
Graphic courtesy of Bridon American Corporation
Rigging: Multi‐part Slings
• For greater capacity, wire rope
can be formed into multi‐ part
slings
• The increased flexibility usually
does not require the
application of the D/d ratio.
• They are frequently assembled
with forklifts
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Rigging: Synthetic Slings
• Synthetic slings are light weight
• Flat slings (straps) were the original synthetic slings
• Round slings come in many types and reach much higher lifting capacities
• As synthetic slings are much less durable than wire rope slings, It is very
important that they be inspected every day for cuts and abrasions.
• Synthetic slings can be made of several different materials‐ some of which are
vulnerable to certain chemicals
• The D/d ratio reduction is not required for synthetic slings
Rigging: Chain
• Chain is well suited for special
applications such as one‐purpose
use, abrasive materials, and
repetitive use
• Chain is also easy to inspect
• Like wire rope slings, chain can can
be found in several grades. A higher
grade is recommended
Photo courtesy of Buckner Steel
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Rigging Hardware 1‐ Shackles
• Shackles are the most commonly used item of
rigging hardware and rated by the WLL (working
load limit), which is interchangeable with SWL
(safe working load) and similar terms
• The anchor shackle (with the bow) is normally
used for rigging. The ones without the bow are
called “chain’ shackles and are used mostly in
the maritime industry
• Shackles come in different grades and
dimensionally can’t be solely identified by their
rated capacity.
• Although similar, dimensions may vary between
manufacturers
• Shackles are identified, not by the pin diameter,
but by the ‘bail’ diameter
Photo courtesy of The Crosby Group
Rigging Hardware 2
• This depicts only some of the many
rigging hardware items available
• Among the items shown here are:
– Turnbuckles
– Hooks
– Swivels
– Links
– Eyebolts
Photo courtesy of The Crosby Group
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Rigging: Design of Lifting Devices
• This is the preferred source for the
design of BTH lifting devices
• It was developed by engineers within
the crane and lifting industry to
specifically address the uniqueness of
these devices
• This has been a boon to the vendors
who rent these devices.
Rigging: Spreader Beams
• The most favored beam used by
rigging rental companies
• There are many variations of design
and material‐ most are modular, but
many are of adjustable length
• Longer beams will tend to lose
capacity quickly as they are
unsupported compression members
• Capacity is also dependent upon the
sling angles
Photo courtesy of Holloway of Houston
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Rigging: Lift Beams
• Lift beams are excellent for
offering spread flexibility
• They usually take up less
headroom
• They usually weigh more than a
spreader beam
• All lift beams are not adjustable
Photo courtesy of Burkhalter Crane and Rigging
Rigging: Lift Beams and Center of Gravity
• Adjustable lift beams can be used to
place the hook over the CG by
offsetting the bottom holes
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Rigging: Unequal Lift Beam
• This beam uses an offset upper lug to
obtain the same result‐ placement of
the hook over the CG
• Note that equalization is also shown
here. If needed, this makes rotation
of the load about the long axis
simpler.
Photo courtesy of Holloway of Houston
Multi‐Crane Lift: Two Cranes Connected
• Comparing a single crane lift with a two crane
lift:
Two smaller cranes are usually less
expensive to mobilize and operate
• The lifting capacity of each crane is increased
by :
An increase in capacity due to a shorter
radius
An increase in capacity due to a shorter
boom length
• This positive effect is countered by:
Limiting the ability to boom up or down
A necessary de‐rating of each crane
An increase in the rigging weight
Photo source unknown
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Lifting Frames
Fixed dimensions Utilizing Spreader beams
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries Photo courtesy of Holloway of Houston
Rigging‐ Multiple Beams
(Lift Beams)
• Multiple beams are frequently
utilized when:
o Lift lugs require vertical loading only
o There are multiple lift points
• Multiple beams take up more
headroom and add weight to the
total load
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Rigging: Multiple Beams
(Spreader Beams)
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
Rigging: Spreader Bar and Wire Rope Sling
Identification
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Alternate Methods: Gin Poles
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
Alternate Methods: Guy Derrick and Stiff leg Derricks
Photo courtesy of Turner Industries
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Alternate Methods: Hydraulic Gantry Systems
Photo courtesy of Bay, Ltd.
Alternate Methods: Jacking Towers
Photo courtesy of Bay, Ltd.
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Alternate Methods: Jacking
Photo source unknown
Alternate Methods: Skidding
Photo courtesy of Almas International
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Crane Load Charts: General
• There are three primary documents that should accompany any crane:
• The Crane Load Charts
• The Operator’s Manual
• The Maintenance Manual
• For a review of a lift plan, a load chart is required‐ and not just the
capacity ratings, but the entire document
• There are two categories of load charts:
• Sales chart
• The chart found in the crane
• A copy of the chart found in the crane is needed as it may not agree
with the sales chart
PCSA Crane Rating Classification Method
• 40 ton truck crane (Class 12‐196)
• The widely used rating system rates a
crane in short tons with the minimum
boom length at the minimum radius
• Another classification is more useful to
manufacturers and dealers as it offers
a better comparison‐ a load moment
method
MAX 19,60
RATIN
G 40-
EXAMPLE: 0 LBS • This rating gives the capacity in
TON
40-TON HYDRAULIC hundred weight at a 40’ radius with a
TRUCK CRANE
(CLASS 12-196)
50’ boom length and includes the
12 FT. RADIUS minimum radius
40 FT. RADIUS
courtepps
Photo
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Load Chart: General Dimensions
Crane Load Charts: Range Diagram
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American 5470 Capacity Chart: Main Boom
5470 American: Load Chart (enlarged)
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Crane Load Charts: Load Ratings
Crane Load Charts: Jib (fixed) Load Ratings
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5470 American: Jib (fixed) Ratings
5470 American: Supplemental Information
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Crane Load Charts: Hoisting Data
Crane Load Charts: Jib Data
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Crane Load Charts: Additional Notes
• The chart just discussed was for an older lattice boom truck crane with
easy to read data.
• For Telescoping Boom Cranes, it may be important to note the sequence
of telescoping sections as it may affect the capacity
• Some larger telescoping boom cranes may have two separate booms
• Many of the larger lattice boom crawler cranes will have several boom and
jib combinations
• You will never know what structural element governs in the structural
range of capacity charts
Lift Plan Review: First Things
• Be clear with your client or boss what he expects from you and what you will
deliver
• Gather Information‐ the same information that the preparer of the lift Plan used.
This may be less than you think‐ meaning you have to ask (demand) what you
need. This information includes:
– A copy of the lift standards from the owner or contractor
– A copy of the complete lift plan with all attachments
– Contact Information
• Expand your knowledge to meet the challenge
• Request a site visit‐ if possible
• Try to meet the Lift Planner and the Lift Director, if at all possible
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Reference material and standards
• The OSHA New Crane Rules
• ASME B30 and P30 publications
• Owner or general contractor lifting
standards
• Vendor information
• Books and related literature
• Applicable local and state
government regulations
Graphics courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
Regulations and Standards: Site Specific
• If you are lucky, there may be a site specific set of standards for lifting operations
on site.
• These documents vary greatly in content and thoroughness‐ usually a reflection of
management and the experience of those who prepared and approved the
documents
• They usually contain many elements and requirements, but those areas directly
associated with lift plans may include:
– Lift Classifications
o “Critical” Lifts
– Requirements for the lift plan
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“Critical” Lifts
• “Critical” is a descriptive term that is commonly used to denote a lift requiring
extra planning. The term is not useful without requirements and these vary‐ based
on local conditions . It is not a standard term nor an exclusive term
• Factors affecting the classification and requirements are many. Some examples
are:
Weight of the load
Replacement cost of the load
Downtime if an accident takes place
Multi‐crane lifts
Removal of an existing object
Proximity to power lines or operating areas
Presence of hazardous materials or operations
Proximity to the public at large
Night Lifts
The new OSHA Crane Rules
• The new crane rules expanded to over 200 pages
• Much of the rules pertain to the equipment safety and operation
• Operational areas are considered with the major areas being:
Working around power lines
Assembly and disassembly
Multi‐crane lifts
Barge‐ mounted cranes
• Qualifications and certification of personnel‐ including:
Operators
Signalmen
Riggers
Lift Directors
• The New rules were greatly assisted by a special committee of
users‐ the CDAC Committee
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ASME P30.1‐2014
Lift Plans: Measuring to Scale
• Lift plans are drawn to scale, but
rarely to a standard scale
• A scale can be easily made with a
standard scale and a copier that can
incrementally enlarge and reduce.
• Although the scale can be made on
copy paper, superior results can be
achieved with transparent plastic,
such as the plastic used with
overhead projectors
Photos courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Lower Level Lifts: Lifting Checklist 1
Graphics courtesy of Kiewit and ASCE
Lower Level Lifts: Lifting Checklist 2
Graphics – source unknown
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Lift Plans: Plan View
Graphics courtesy of Turner Industries
Lift Plans: Elevation View
Graphics courtesy of Turner Industries
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Lift Plans: Elevation View (Tailing)
Graphics courtesy of Turner Industries
Lift Plans: Data Blocks 1
Graphics courtesy of Turner Industries
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Lift Plans: Data Blocks 2
Graphics courtesy of Burkhalter Crane and Rigging
Lift Plans: Rigging Detail
Graphics courtesy of Turner Industries
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Rigging Details: Slings on an angle
Graphics courtesy of Burkhalter Crane and Rigging
Lift Plans: Additional Drawings
• Matting Diagrams
• Boom/jib plan view for assembly
• Method of protection of
undergrounds
• In‐plant transport drawing
• Equipment storage drawing
Graphics courtesy of Burkhalter Crane & Rigging
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Lift Plans: Underground Protection
Graphics courtesy of Burkhalter Crane and Rigging
Lift Plans: Possible Reference documents
• Drawing of item to be lifted
• Vendor’s rigging data
• Drawing and rating of fabricated
BTH devices
• Sling load test certificates
• Operator Certification Cards
• Crane Inspection forms
• Step‐by‐step narrative
• Resumes of key personnel
• Communication Diagram
• Tailing: load/capacity diagram
• Ground Bearing Calculations
• Rigging Calculations
• Man Basket Procedure
• Unhooking method
Graphics courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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In The Field: Pre‐Mobilization
• Study the plans prior to the visit
• First‐ get a general overview of the sequence
and layout of the lift
• Look for potential hazards that may have
been overlooked‐ such as obstructions or
undergrounds
• Measure areas that are expected to be a
close fit
• Anticipate unforeseen problems
• Take photos, if allowed
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
In the Field: At the Lift
• Check the set‐up against the drawings‐
radius, outrigger placement, etc.
• Make a general inspection of rigging and
lift points
• Attend the pre‐lift meeting
• Meet the key lift personnel
• Explain your mission and responsibilities
• Take photographs, if allowed
Photo courtesy of Lift‐Think, LLC
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Lift Plans: The Report
• Choose a format that you are familiar with
• Include any calculations that you have made
• Make note of areas that require heightened attention during the lift
• Be prepared to discuss the report
• Mention any information that was unavailable to you‐ such as a lack of a site visit
• If you feel that it is relevant, offer suggestions for future lift plans
• If ‘stamping’ the report is required, be clear what you are stamping
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