What should be checked before using engine room over head crane?

Answer 1

Check that the crane or hoist is not tagged with an out-of-order sign.

Check that all motions agree with control device markings e.g., Up/Down/Fwd/Rev.

Check that all motions do not have excessive drift and that stopping distances are normal.

Check hook for damage, cracks, nicks, gouges, deformity of the throat opening, wear on saddle or load bearing point, and twist.

Check that hook latch, if provided, is not missing and that it operates properly.

Check wire Rope for Broken Wires, Excessive Wear, Kinks, Crushing, Stretching, and Birdcaging.

Check load chain, including end connections for for excessive wear, twist, distorted links or stretch, beyond the manufacturer's recommendations.

Check that the upper limit device stops lifting motions of the hoist load block before striking any part of the hoist or crane.

Check for any sign of oil leakage on the crane and on the floor area beneath the crane.

Check for any unusual sounds such as Squealing, Grinding, Unusual vibration from the crane or hoist mechanism while operating the crane and hoist.

Check that warning and other safety labels are not missing and that they are legible. Check that audible and visual warning devices are operational.