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Cranes and heavy equipment
When heavy machinery fails or is run carelessly, the results are catastrophic.
Types of accidents
- Crane tip-overs and boom collapses
- Dropped or swinging loads
- Backing equipment with no spotter or backup alarm
- Forklift tip-overs and pinning injuries
- Excavators striking workers in the swing radius
Who may be responsible
| Party | Possible fault |
|---|---|
| Operator's employer | Untrained or uncertified operator |
| Equipment owner or rental company | Poor maintenance or inspection |
| Manufacturer | Design or manufacturing defect |
| Rigging contractor | Improper rigging of the load |
General examples only.
Evidence
Inspection logs, operator certifications, load charts and maintenance records. Many cranes also record operating data. We move fast to preserve it.
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