Saturday, July 23, 2011

New Regulations to Improve Crane Safety

Enhancements to the WSH (Operation of Cranes) Regulations outlining the implementation of the Lifting Plan and appointment of a "Responsible Person" will take effect on 1 September 2011.

A new Code of Practice for Safe Lifting Operations to guide on the implementation of Lifting Plans and different checklists as references before any lifting operation is carried out. A Safe Lifting Operation info-kit and new training courses for lifting supervisors, riggers and signalmen to help improve their capabilities in performing lifting operations safely.

(Extract from e-mail from WSH Council, dated 20 July 2011)

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