Training Toolbox
Erecting and Stowing the Bi-Fold Boom Extension Article contributed by SMITHBRIDGE GUAM Operators at Smithbridge Guam recently undertook hands-on training in the safe erection and stowing of a bi-fold boom extension. It became imperative to ensure the team was adequately trained as the fleet currently has several cranes with fly attachments including a Grove RT760, GMK4080, MK5130, and GMK5275. Incidents had occurred elsewhere in the Smithbridge Group where inadequate 20
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training in erecting boom extensions had resulted in an injury and/or delays on site. Smithbridge Guam made it a priority to deliver a Training Toolbox with practical application to their crew so they would be familiar with the operator’s manual and correct sequence procedures, prior to working on any related jobs, to improve safety and service outcomes.
