Mobile Crane Operation

The Mobile Crane Operation SOP (SOP-CRN-010) outlines essential safety measures and procedures for operating mobile cranes. It addresses critical hazards such as crane tip-over, overloading, and electrical contact, ensuring the safety of operators and bystanders. This document is crucial for crane operators, safety officers, and management to mitigate risks and comply with legislative requirements. Proper adherence to this SOP promotes a safe working environment and reduces the likelihood of serious incidents.

• Crane tip-over from inadequate outrigger setup or ground failure – catastrophic, fatality
• Overloading – structural failure, load drop
• Boom section failure during assembly or disassembly – serious injury or fatality
• Contact with overhead electrical conductors – electrocution
• Multi-crane lift failure from inadequate planning or communication – catastrophic
• Fall from height during assembly or maintenance
• Counterweight installation failure – crush injury or structural collapse
• Hydraulic or mechanical failure during operation

• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and applicable state/territory WHS legislation
• Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 (Cth) – Part 5.1 High Risk Work
• AS 2550.1 – Cranes – Safe use – General requirements
• AS 2550.5 – Cranes – Safe use – Mobile cranes
• AS 1418.5 – Cranes, hoists and winches – Mobile cranes
• Safe Work Australia – Code of Practice: Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace (2024)
• Safe Work Australia – Guide to Inspecting and Maintaining Cranes
• Independently Verified Lift Study (associated document)
• Mobile Crane Pre-Operational Inspection Checklist (associated document)