When you choose to rent a crane for a residential or commercial construction project, your first priority should be safety. Cranes are powerful machines that can do a lot of damage if mishandled, potentially causing significant destruction of property and endangering lives. When renting a crane in the Twin Cities area, here are some safety considerations that you should be mindful of:
- Your crane operator should be certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators, as proof that they have the knowledge and training needed to perform their job safely and effectively. Any other personnel contributing to crane work, such as supervisors and signalers, should also have experience with their roles to minimize risks.
- Every model of crane has a maximum load capacity. Never attempt to exceed this load capacity and, particularly for loads approaching the maximum tonnage, be certain that every load is correctly rigged and balanced before attempting to lift it into place.
- Make sure that the crane will be stable throughout operation. If the ground is uneven or the crane itself is not properly leveled, it could lead to accidents, potentially even resulting in the crane tipping over.
- Carefully monitor the weather before performing crane work at your construction site. As any Minnesotan knows, the weather can be very unpredictable, and high-speed winds, heavy rain, snowfall, and lightning strikes can all be extremely hazardous for crane operators.
Would you like to rent a crane in the Twin Cities for use at your commercial or residential construction site? Reach out to Northland Crane Service today!
