Name: Mobile Crane Operation SWMS
Brand: BlueSafe Online
SKU: prod_01KBPKV5JHFBP7WSYSEFY8DPRM
Price: 79.50 AUD
Availability: InStock

Product Overview

This SWMS covers mobile crane operations, from lift planning and site setup through to load handling, special lifts, emergency response and demobilisation. It supports planning and managing risks associated with crane stability, loads, access, powerlines, people and changing site conditions.

Activities & Specific Tasks Covered

This document includes task-specific risk controls for:

Plan lifting operations and load paths
Arrive at and access the site safely
Establish work boundaries and control entry
Inspect the crane and access arrangements
Position the crane and deploy outriggers
Configure the crane for the planned lift
Sling and secure loads
Conduct a test lift
Lift and place materials
Manage blind lifts and communication
Perform pick-and-carry and special lifts
Respond to emergencies and demobilise the crane

Who is this for?

Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses involved in mobile crane operations and lifting activities.

Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered

Job Step / Activity	Potential Hazards
Plan lifting operations	Incorrect crane selection Crane overload Ground failure Powerline contact Unplanned load path Poor communication
Arrive and access site	Vehicle collision Pedestrian strike Overhead strike Crane roll-over Unsecured boom Traffic conflict
Establish work boundaries	Unauthorised entry Crush by counterweight Suspended-load strike Plant collision Falling objects Public exposure
Inspect crane and access	Mechanical failure Hydraulic leak Fall while climbing Cabin slip Fire Defective safety devices
Position and deploy outriggers	Crane overturning Outrigger sinkage Underground service damage Excavation collapse Crush by stabilisers Uneven ground
Configure crane safely	Incorrect counterweight Boom failure Overload indicator error Boom contact Dropped counterweight Crane instability
Sling and secure loads	Lifting gear failure Dropped load Load imbalance Sharp-edge sling damage Crush during connection Incorrect lifting point
Conduct test lift	Unexpected overload Brake failure Load shift Crane instability Outrigger settlement Load swing
Lift and place materials	Crush from swinging load Dropped objects Overloading Collision with structure Wind loading Suspended-load fall
Manage blind lifts	Loss of communication Structure strike Powerline contact Load collision Dogger exposure Uncontrolled movement
Perform pick and carry	Crane roll-over Load swing Pedestrian strike Tyre failure Ground collapse Overhead strike
Complete special lifts	Concrete kibble discharge Water load instability Tandem lift overload Obstructed load release Dropped load Crane collision
Respond to emergencies	Crane electrical contact Load drop Fire Medical emergency Emergency descent Crane instability
Maintain and demobilise crane	Unexpected movement Stored hydraulic energy Dropped counterweight Transport collision Oil spill Defective plant reuse

Need to add specific site requirements?

Use the BlueSafe Portal to tailor this SWMS with site-specific details, job steps, hazards, controls and responsibilities before work starts.

Acceptance Guaranteed: If your client or principal requests changes during document review, BlueSafe will help revise the document at no extra cost and support resubmission until it is accepted.

Legislation & References

The template includes references relevant to the documented work, including:

Applicable Commonwealth, state or territory WHS/OHS legislation and regulations, including duties to manage risks, provide safe plant, consult, train, supervise and control high-risk construction work.
Model Code of Practice: Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace.
Mobile Crane Code of Practice 2024, used as guidance for crane selection, planning, stability, ground support, wind, exclusion zones, erection, dismantling, inspection and maintenance.
Model Code of Practice: Work near Overhead and Underground Electric Lines, used as guidance for elimination, approach-distance planning, barriers and motion-limiting controls.
AS 1418.5 Cranes, hoists and winches—Mobile cranes; AS 2550.1 Cranes, hoists and winches—Safe use—General requirements; AS 2550.5 Cranes, hoists and winches—Safe use—Mobile cranes.
AS 1418.1 Cranes, hoists and winches—General requirements; AS 4991 Lifting devices; AS 3775 Chain slings—Grade T; AS 1353 Flat synthetic-webbing slings; AS 4497 Roundslings; AS 2741 Shackles.
Use model laws, model Codes and technical standards as guidance only; confirm the legislation, regulator requirements and adopted code status in the state or territory where work is undertaken.

Standard SWMS Features (Click to Expand)

Task-specific job steps, hazards and control measures
Initial and residual risk ratings
Assigned responsible persons for each job step
Plant, equipment and PPE requirements where applicable
Permits, qualifications and high-risk construction work details where applicable
Worker consultation, sign-off and review sections

Mobile Crane Operation SWMS

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