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of plant unless the method of lifting ensures that the load placed on each item of plant does not exceed the design capacity of the plant.

Lifting a load with two or more cranes requires more detailed planning and supervision to control the risks. This is because the effects of the relative movement between the cranes may create extra loading on the cranes, the load and the lifting gear. Further information is in the General Guide for Cranes.

    7.2.1   Ship-based cranes
A pre-operational inspection should be carried out for ship based cranes to check:
       crane brakes, limiting devices and emergency controls are fully operational
       for obstructions impairing safe operation e.g. oil, debris or structures like cable trench, rollers and rail tracks
       the ship's gear register to ensure the gear is in compliance with Marine Orders
       the safety of crane access ladders or stairs including surfaces and lighting, and
       emergency escape provisions are provided and suitable.
For rail-mounted cranes, inspections should include ensuring:
       track wheels at deck level are fitted with foot guards
       collision prevention devices are fitted where more than one crane is located on the same track, and
       locking devices on overside extensions are engaged.
Information on monitoring cargo operations during loading and unloading is in section 6.3.

    7.2.2   Shore-based cranes
The inspection regime for shore-based cranes includes:
       annual inspections
       routine inspections and maintenance, and
       pre-operational inspections.
Further guidance is in the Guide to inspecting and maintaining cranes.

Weather conditions
Adverse weather conditions in which lifting operations may need to be reassessed include:
       high winds
       lightning
       poor visibility due to rain, snow and fog, and
       significant vessel movement.
Crane operators should base their decision to make a lift on the information provided by the crane manufacturer, advice provided by competent people like a rigger or engineer and their experience as a crane operator.
Decisions may include ceasing crane operations if there is a serious risk arising from exposure to an immediate or imminent hazard, for example the possibility of the crane being struck by lightning. Any crane struck by lightning must be thoroughly examined before being returned to service.

Securing Devices
Brakes should be maintained in a safe and serviceable condition and able to prevent unpredictable movement in high wind. For example, the crane's slewing brake should be capable of holding the jib stationary, with the maximum SWL suspended at its maximum radius when a maximum in-service wind acts in the most adverse direction.
When high wind speeds are expected, secure cranes in their appropriate out-of-service condition. If this requires the raising or lowering of a jib, have a planned procedure in place to