Overhead Crane

Overhead Crane or Bridge Crane Safety Stickers and Signs.

An overhead bridge crane, commonly called a bridge crane, is a type of crane found in industrial environments.

Some overhead crane parts consist of parallel runways with a traveling bridge spanning the gap. A hoist, the lifting component of a crane, travels along the bridge. Overhead cranes are typically used for either manufacturing or maintenance applications, where efficiency or downtime are critical factors.

Here is a link to OSHA 1910.179 - Overhead and gantry cranes and inspection requirements.

Overhead Crane Safety.

Some of the most common crane-related injuries can result in fatality. These common injuries are caused by contact with electrical current. Although the biggest danger lies overhead. Falling loads and objects are the most common things that cause injury.

Basic Daily Overhead Crane Inspection.

  • Inspect all hydraulic hoses and pumps for leaks. Fix or replace any leaky hoses.
  • Inspect your crane daily for cracks in the hook. If hook is cracked replace immediately.
  • Make sure your load being lifted is within the cranes load rating. Check the crane load charts.
  • Look to make sure nothing has been placed in the path of the crane, hook, line or load.

Put Safety Signs specific for your crane and safety hazard in sight of the crane operator, rigger, and other workers. This will help keep everyone safe in the work area.

overhead crane operation safety signs come in different sizes, shapes and colors. each containing a different safety message. each message is designed to bring awareness of the dangers of overhead gantry crane safety.

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