Truck-Mounted, Articulating Knuckle Boom Cranes

(13 min.) The truck mounted articulating knuckle boom crane is the most versatile lifting equipment in any fleet. They are used to handle, deliver, and pick up a variety of loads including, steel road plate, shoring, trench boxes, boats, vehicles, logs, iron, K rail, and much more. Safety is of utmost priority when working with a crane. Poorly trained operators have been at the root of far too many crane accidents industry wide.

Topics included in this safety video are: operating manual, skilled crane operator, covered under the OSHA regulations relating to crane operation, certified load capacity, PPE, pre-start up inspection including (visual check for damage to the body, fluid leaks, flat or low tires), warning labels on the truck and crane, bed has been swept, lights and mirrors, back up alarm, equipment carried under or on the truck or trailer bed, lifting straps, chains, and binders, lifting strap, steps and hand rails to the cab, check engine fluids, start the engine, crane safety check, leaks from (hoses, fitting, valve, or cylinders), exposed abraded or visible wire hose braid, steel structure, mounting hardware, oil tank, levers and remote control systems, operating the crane, hazard labels (Attention, Danger, Warning, Caution, Notice), crane operation and use including (check steps, walking, and working surfaces, three-point system, understanding of the crane's abilities, and securing loads), when arriving on site, prior to lifting, overhead electrical wires, crane-mounted and remote interface controls, ground, and load weight.

Program comes with a CD-ROM of written materials, including test questions and answers. English title also includes PowerPoint presentation.