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29 CFR 1910.179: Overhead and gantry cranes

Subpart N—Materials Handling and Storage

Overhead and gantry cranes must show their rated load, be inspected on a schedule, and be run only by designated operators.

4,037citations since 2015
2,432employers cited
68%serious, willful or repeat
$700median penalty per item

OSHA has cited 29 CFR 1910.179 4,037 times since 2015, against 2,432 employers. Penalties on these items add up to $9,707,177 at their current amounts.

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1910.179(j)(3) · 779 citations

(3) Periodic inspection. Complete inspections of the crane shall be performed at intervals as generally defined in paragraph (j)(1)(ii)(b) of this section, depending upon its activity, severity of service, and environment, or as specifically indicated below. These inspections shall include the requirements of paragraph (j)(2) of this section and in addition, the following items. Any deficiencies such as listed shall be carefully examined and determination made as to whether they constitute a safety hazard:

1910.179(j)(2) · 405 citations

(2) Frequent inspection. The following items shall be inspected for defects at intervals as defined in paragraph (j)(1)(ii) of this section or as specifically indicated, including observation during operation for any defects which might appear between regular inspections. All deficiencies such as listed shall be carefully examined and determination made as to whether they constitute a safety hazard:

1910.179(j)(2)(iii) · 310 citations

(iii) Hooks with deformation or cracks. Visual inspection daily; monthly inspection with a certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and the serial number, or other identifier, of the hook inspected. For hooks with cracks or having more than 15 percent in excess of normal throat opening or more than 10° twist from the plane of the unbent hook refer to paragraph (l)(3)(iii)(a) of this section.

1910.179(b)(5) · 266 citations

(5) Rated load marking. The rated load of the crane shall be plainly marked on each side of the crane, and if the crane has more than one hoisting unit, each hoist shall have its rated load marked on it or its load block and this marking shall be clearly legible from the ground or floor.

1910.179(g)(1)(v) · 264 citations

(v) Pendant control boxes shall be constructed to prevent electrical shock and shall be clearly marked for identification of functions.

1910.179(j)(2)(iv) · 247 citations

(iv) Hoist chains, including end connections, for excessive wear, twist, distorted links interfering with proper function, or stretch beyond manufacturer's recommendations. Visual inspection daily; monthly inspection with a certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and an identifier of the chain which was inspected.

1910.179(m)(1) · 169 citations

(m) Rope inspection—(1) Running ropes. A thorough inspection of all ropes shall be made at least once a month and a certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and an identifier for the ropes which were inspected shall be kept on file where readily available to appointed personnel. Any deterioration, resulting in appreciable loss of original strength, shall be carefully observed and determination made as to whether further use of the rope would constitute a safety hazard. Some of the conditions that could result in an appreciable loss of strength are the following:

1910.179(l)(3)(i) · 143 citations

(3) Adjustments and repairs. (i) Any unsafe conditions disclosed by the inspection requirements of paragraph (j) of this section shall be corrected before operation of the crane is resumed. Adjustments and repairs shall be done only by designated personnel.

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