Tower Crane Safety

Date: February 14, 2007

In the wake of widely publicized recent tower crane activity, tower crane safety is on the minds of safety professionals as well as the general public. Join us as industry professionals share their collective experience in tower crane pre- and post-erection inspection, installation and contractor responsibilities. Learn about proposed crane rules for Washington state as well as current tower crane requirements.

Arranged by: Jim West, Safety Consultation & Risk Management Supervisor - Department of L&I

Presented by: Chuck Lemon, DOSH Lead Technical Specialist  for Cranes - Department of L&I, Mike Heacock - Coast Cranes, Mike Draper - Safety Solutions.

L&I Tower Crane Pre-op. Inspection Checklist
Tower Crane Inspections - courtesy of Mike Heacock, Coast Cranes
L&I Tower Crane Presentation - courtesy of Chuck Lemon, Dept. of L&I

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