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Hammerhead Crane Operation (Including Pre-Operational Inspection and Shutdown Procedure)

SWMS-CRN-002

About this Document

The SWMS-CRN-002 Hammerhead Crane document addresses critical hazards associated with crane operations, including rigging, load handling, and compliance with safety regulations. It is designed for use by construction managers, crane operators, and safety officers to ensure safe work practices and adherence to WHS regulations. This document helps prevent accidents and promotes a safe working environment by providing structured guidelines for crane operation and risk mitigation.

Hazards & Risks Covered

  • Inadequate lift planning — overload, instability, incorrect rigging
  • Unlicensed operation; incompetent rigging or dogging
  • Struck-by load/counterweight; powerline contact during slew/luffing
  • Falls from height; structural failure during climb
  • Mechanical / structural / wire-rope defect not detected
  • Sling failure; shock loading; under-rated rigging
  • Load swing; struck-by; pinch point
  • Imbalance, overload of one hammerhead crane
  • Loss of control of load; crane sway
  • Inadvertent movement; theft; storm damage
  • Mass casualty event
  • Hammerhead Crane energised
  • Soil/water contamination; community complaint
  • Drift from documented method; SWMS not followed

Legislation & Codes of Practice

  • WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.5
  • AS 1418 series
  • WHS Reg 2017 Sch 18 (HRCW)
  • Code of Practice: Construction work
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 5804
  • WHS Reg 2017 Pt 4.7
  • AS/NZS 3000
  • AS/NZS 3012
  • AS/NZS 3760
  • WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.5
  • AS 1418 series
  • WHS Reg 2017 Pt 4.4
  • AS/NZS 1891.1
  • AS 2550.10
  • AS 1657
  • AS 2759
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 1353
  • AS 3775
  • AS 4497
  • WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.5
  • AS 1418 series
  • WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.5
  • AS 1418 series
  • AS 2550.5
  • WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.5
  • AS 1418 series
  • WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.5
  • AS 1418 series
  • WHS Act 2011
  • WHS Regulation 2017
  • WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1
  • AS 2550.1
  • AS 2550.5
  • AS 1418 series
  • AS 5804
  • WHS Reg 2017 Pt 4.7
  • AS/NZS 3000
  • AS/NZS 3012
  • AS/NZS 3760
  • EPA state Acts
  • AS 1940
  • WHS Reg 2017 Sch 18 (HRCW)
  • Code of Practice: Construction work

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Legislation & Standards

  • Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cwlth)
  • State & Territory WHS Legislation
  • Safe Work Australia Guidelines

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