It’s summertime and road trips are common… Usually before getting on the road, we take a closer look at the vehicle we will be driving. If we recently had the car serviced, we may just look at the tires and check the oil. If it’s been a while since it was checked out, we may either take the car into the shop to make sure everything is in good working order or, if you are mechanically inclined, you may open the hood to check things out yourself.
When you think about cranes, it’s not much different. Similar to the pre-trip inspection on your vehicle, crane operators should be completing a pre-shift inspection daily. However, when it’s time for the annual inspection, this is not something you should take into your own hands. You need a qualified inspector with special knowledge and skills to perform a comprehensive inspection of the entire crane. (more…)
