Additional Crane Service Q & A's

If you want to know more about the Compliance Guide for Cranes in Construction, OSHA has provided additional information to know when you hire a boom truck here. Common questions to consider are…

Is the operator of the boom truck formally qualified or certified?
What are the requirements for maintaining sufficient clearance distances for power lines?
What type of rigging is to be used, and how is it inspected?
Is the ground capable of supporting the crane?
When is a signal person needed?
How do you determine the weight of the load to be lifted.