BS 7121-5:2006 – Code of practice for safe use of cranes. Tower cranes Cranes , MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT Module (GBM33), British Standards, IHS

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BS 7121-5:2006

Code of practice for safe use of cranes. Tower cranes

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Summary:
British Standard 7121-5 (BS 7121-5) details recommendations for safe use and installation of a tower crane. This includes self-erecting tower cranes. Safe use requirements include the selection, erection, extension, thorough examination, testing, maintenance, operation, and dismantling of tower cranes. Planning a safe operation involves arrangements for crane components, climbing frames, power packs, and torque gear. Guidance on carrying out method statements, risk assessments, wind speed determination, and thorough examination is also detailed in order to assure safety. In order to accomplish safe lifting operations, recommendations for hiring a competent person for the job of crane supervisor, crane coordinator, crane operator, slinger, signaler, erector and maintenance personnel are included in this standard.

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