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The process of getting a crane ready to lift and move materials is known as rigging. It's so vital to get this process right, both in terms of crane safety and performance. Here are a few rigging tips you should know before getting started.

Assess the Materials Being Lifted First

Before you start rigging a crane around a worksite, it helps to first look at the materials being lifted and transported. They will dictate the rigging materials and techniques you use so it's important to be thorough when making these assessments before preparing a crane for various tasks.

Pay attention to key attributes of your materials, such as weight, dimensions, and quantity. Then with these insights in mind, you can make sure your crane is rigged properly to where you can easily move materials around without any hazardous situations taking place.

Consult With a Seasoned Crane Operator

Perhaps one of the most knowledgeable parties on crane rigging is the operator. They work with cranes on a regular basis and have great insights that will ensure rigging takes place correctly from the beginning to end.

You can consult with a crane operator and then refine certain things like where the crane will be set up initially, the type of hoist system it will use, and safety devices that are relevant. You won't have to guess about any of these important matters, fortunately. Just make sure you find a seasoned crane operator who's well-versed in the specific crane you're using around a site.  

Never Ignore Maximum Load Limit

Whether you're using an overhead crane or a crawler crane, the machine will have a maximum load limit. You need to find out this figure and then make sure none of your operators go past it. Otherwise, the crane could get damaged or potentially puts those around the crane in dangerous situations.

Whereas if you just comply with these weight restrictions, you'll never overwork the crane and then face negative consequences for this mistake. You can consult with the crane supplier or manufacturer to gain insights on maximum load limits.

There isn't much cranes can't do today around work sites that involve construction and material handling. Still, you need to put as much time and effort as you can into the rigging of said machinery. Only then will you set up a safe environment for this equipment and keep severe incidents at bay. 

For more information about crane rigging, contact a local professional.