applying appropriate mathematical procedures to estimate loads applying hazard prevention/control measures including: adequate illumination disconnected power insulated electric lines moving obstructions pedestrian barricades personal protective equipment safety tags on electrical switches/isolators using safety observer inside exclusion zone traffic barricades and control applying risk assessment and hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to the safe operation of the crane applying risk assessment and management procedures completing pre- and post-operational checks of a bridge and gantry crane communicating with other workplace personnel through: appropriate worksite protocols bells buzzers listening making and interpreting hand signals questioning to confirm understanding signage two-way radios verbal and non-verbal language written instructions complying with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) licensing legislation operating a bridge and gantry crane including all functions to their maximum for lifting and moving loads to the maximum rated capacity in conjunction with other personnel while applying relevant crane movements including: hoisting (raising and lowering) traversing (moving hoisting mechanisms along bridge) travelling (at minimum speed, gentle acceleration and braking, to minimise load swing) receiving and interpreting workplace instructions, safety information, emergency procedures recording and maintaining accurate information relating to bridge and gantry crane operations shutting down bridge and gantry crane in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures including: isolating power to crane locking and securing cabin as required removing key from control panel as required retracting hoist rope and hook block travelling crane to park position test-lifting load just clear of lifting plane to ensure: adjustments to slinging can be made in a safe manner all crane equipment is functioning properly load measuring equipment can be used to verify calculated weight of load loads of unusual shape or weight distribution are correctly slung near capacity loads do not overload crane using and interpreting crane manufacturer specifications and data, including maximum load to ensure crane is not overloaded using communications signals including: hoist up – hand hoist up –whistle hoist down - hand hoist down- whistle stop – hand stop – whistle traverse – hand travel – hand creep - hand verifying problems and equipment faults, and applying appropriate response procedures to unplanned and/or unsafe situations including: environmental conditions (e.g. wind, lightning, storms, etc.) failure/loss of control (e.g. brakes and steering) failure of equipment (e.g. hydraulic system) obstacles and obstructions unusual or difficult terrains. |