OSHA Compliance Procedures
Follow these structured procedures to ensure full OSHA compliance during truck crane operations. These procedures align with OSHA standards and help prevent violations during inspections.
Power Line Safety Procedure
- Identify all power lines in the work area before positioning crane
- Determine voltage of power lines to establish minimum approach distance
- Implement a 20-foot clearance for all power lines (unless specific voltage known)
- Use a dedicated spotter when working near power lines
- Consider power line de-energization if work must occur closer than minimum distance
- Document your power line safety plan as required by 1926.1408(g)
Signal Person Requirements
- Verify signal person is qualified per 1926.1428
- Signal person must use standard signals (hand, voice, or audible)
- Signal person must be clearly identified to the operator
- Only one signal person may give signals at any time
- Signal person must remain in continuous visual/audio contact with operator
- Emergency stop signal from anyone must be obeyed immediately
Load Testing & Verification
- Verify load weight before lift (documentation or calculation)
- Check load chart for capacity in planned configuration
- Ensure load is within 75% of rated capacity for the configuration
- Test LMI/load chart with known weight if possible
- Verify all attachments are included in weight calculations
- Document test lifts and load verification per 1926.1417(o)
Assembly/Disassembly Procedure
- Designate a qualified A/D director to supervise the process
- Review manufacturer procedures before beginning
- Conduct a pre-task briefing with all workers involved
- Address hazardous positions/locations in the work zone
- Verify ground conditions can support assembly/disassembly
- Check for proper blocking and stability throughout the process