Overhead Cranes






Overhead cranes, including gantry cranes, are essential in many manufacturing, maintenance and industrial work environments when efficiency is required for lifting and moving heavy loads. Crane operators, riggers and employees that work near overhead cranes need to be aware of the unique hazards of these large machines. This safety topic will focus on general safety tips and some of the specific OSHA standards that apply when any overhead crane is being used in the workplace.


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

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Sign-in Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet



Overhead Cranes, Industry

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Weeklysafety.com exclusive safety meeting topic that focuses on general safety tips and specific OSHA standards that apply when overhead cranes are being used in the workplace or on the job site.