Spotlight On
High potential incidents involving cranes and lifting equipment An example of good practice By Workplace Health and Safety Queensland
The construction division of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland puts a spotlight on safety in cranes and lifting equipment this issue. This article takes a deeper dive into the cause of incidents and discusses safe methods and practices to prevent future HPI's from occurring.
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LIFTING MATTERS
ISSUE Q4 2020
Incidents involving cranes and lifting equipment not only expose the crane crew to a risk of injury, but also have the potential to expose other workers on site and members of the public to being struck by falling objects and overturning cranes. There have in fact been numerous incidents at Queensland workplaces this year involving cranes and lifting equipment that had the potential to cause serious injury to workers.
