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Basic Hand Signals In Crane Operation
by Rajesh Karavadia
Cranes are commonly used in the construction of towers and industry, and in manufacturing heavy equipments. Cranes ranges from small site crane to big cranes and deck cranes that lift heavy equipments. Basically, they are temporary structures in construction. They are either fixed on the ground or hoarded on a purpose-built vehicle. Cranes come in different types such as jib, gantry, ship and deck, bridge or overhead, boom, tower, and mobile or truck.
Before operating the crane, operators should carefully read and understand the operation manual from the crane manufacturer. Further, they must always note any instructions given by a reliable instructor or operator. It is also crucial for the crane operator to understand the consequences of careless operation of cranes. They must be instructed of the proper use, prohibition and the safety rules and regulation during the operation.
It is always the responsibility of the owner to make their personnel aware of all federal rules and codes so as to preclude violations along with their penalties. Employers must also make certain that their operators are properly trained and are equipped with the know-how. To be safe in the operation of crane, it requires skill and exercise of great care and ideal foresight, alertness and concentration. Also strict adherence to proven safety rules and practices is necessary.
The personnel who handle the operation of cranes in an area must utilize hand signals, if necessary, as their means of communication. Here are the most commonly used hand signals during crane lifting operation:
1. HOIST. Raise the forearm vertically and extend the right arm straight out with forefinger pointing up. Then, move hand in small horizontal circle.
2. LOWER. Forefinger pointing down and extend right arm downward then move hand in small horizontal circle.
3. STOP. Extend right arm down with wrist bent, palm down and open.
4 SWING. Right arm away from body, point with finger in direction of swing of boom.
5. RAISE BOOM. Fingers closed and thumb pointing upward while extending the right arm straight out.
6. LOWER BOOM. Fingers closed and thumb pointing downward while extending the right arm straight out.
7. BRIDGE TRAVEL. Extend the right arm forward, hand open and slightly raised and make pushing motion in direction of travel.
8. TROLLEY TRAVEL. Thumb pointing in direction of motion with palm up and fingers closed, jerk hand horizontally.
9. EMERGENCY STOP. Extend right arm, palm down and move hand rapidly left and right.
10. MULTIPLE TROLLEYS. For block marked 1. hold up one finger, and two fingers for block marked 2. Regular signals come next.
11. RAISE BOOM and LOWER LOAD. Right arm extended and thumb pointing up. Flex fingers in and out as long as load movement is needed.
12. LOWER BOOM and RAISE LOAD. Right arm extended and thumb pointing down. Flex fingers pointing in and out as long as load movement is needed.
13. DOG EVERYTHING. Hold hands in front of the body.
14. MOVE SLOWLY. One hand gives any motion signal while the other hand motionless in front of hand giving the motion signal.
15. MAGNET IS DISCONNECTED. Spread both hands.
When using these hand signals be sure that you and the crane operator are familiar with these signals. A wrong signal could cause a serious injury or worst - death.
Always stay alert when you are working in construction near any crane. If possible, avoid working under a moving load and stay clear of the counter balance. Always use your safety devices and helmet to avoid injuries. Safety is always the top priority of all workers and the crane operator.
About the Author
Rajesh Karavadia is the author and webmaster of thetruckcrane.com, an informative website about truck cranes. Different types of cranes are discussed including information on pickup truck cranes and Truck crane rentals NY (thetruckcrane.com/truck-crane-rent...).
Leadership Through Personal Change - Facilitation, Part 2
A TEAM APPROACH.
Learn how the Leadership Through Personal Change project used community based focused facilitation to develop goals and achievement of those goals. Watch how CAC members used person-centered facilitation and leadership training to create their personal and professional goal achievement. Hear about effective facilitation strategies and those that did not work.
See how Lori took charge of her team meeting. "I was prepared and had a good team meeting." Lori was frustrated that other people ran her team meetings. Watch Lori use Think-Plan-Do to find out how she could take more control over her meetings, have a plan, and be respected. Today, Lori explains her expectations for how she wants her meetings to happen, and they now focus on her plan.
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC) created a series of 15 videos and corresponding PDF self-help guides called Leadership Through Personal Change. These videos and guides reflect the CAC mission, "My Life, My Way". The CAC provides advocacy and strategies that increase community inclusion, professional development, employment and business development opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families.
The CAC uses THINK-PLAN-DO as a method for decision making and goal realization. All CAC videos and guides are researched and field tested throughout California. Results include authentic outcomes, useful work plans and actions that lead to success. Produced and facilitated in partnership with the Board Resource Center, all materials are created to make complex ideas simple, and provide strategies for people to customize person-centered plans.
The CAC has sponsored or co-produced additional videos viewable on YouTube using search word: cac leadership. Additional advocacy tools and publications that provide insight on legal rights and strategies are available on the CA DDS Consumer Corner website: www.dds.ca.gov/consumercorner/publicatio ns.cfm
Board Resource Center is about Making Complex Ideas Simple. We take hard to use and understand ideas and develop meaningful training, facilitation, publications and new media that create avenues for people to live quality lives in their chosen communities as they define them. Strategies include plain language, graphic design, community involvement and testing. Focus areas include government agencies, non-profit organizations, advocacy groups and service providers internationally. Purpose is to develop leadership, accessible media and tools that reflect the interest, need and will of those they serve. For more information, contact BRC Director Mark Starford at mark@brcenter.org, or visit our website at www.brcenter.org.
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