Construction projects in Jacksonville, FL, are booming. From replacing the signage on EverBank Stadium to historical building renovations for The Florida Theatre, Coker is dedicated to completing all crane & rigging projects in Jacksonville safely.
While this rise in development is exciting, it also spotlights the significance of having safety protocols for crane services. Since 1993, June has been recognized as National Safety Month, reminding us of the importance of having a strong construction safety plan in place to protect our employees, nearby communities, and the equipment used on site.
Building a Strong Construction Safety Plan
Cranes exist to make workers’ jobs easier and to perform tasks that would otherwise be impossible. However, there is an increased risk involved if proper crane safety protocols are not followed. From 2011 to 2017, there were a total of 297 crane-related deaths in the U.S., according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many of these incidents could have been avoided with a detailed construction safety plan.
At Coker, we have several safety protocols for crane and rigging services, including:
- Always use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the task.
- Wear high-visibility clothing while on job sites.
- Review and inspect equipment & rigging before each use.
- Always conduct Pre-Lift Safety Meetings.
- Always complete proper Job Hazards Analysis and Lift Plans before any operations.
- Follow proper procedures for entering and exiting cranes and other machinery.
- Be aware of a machine’s blind spots and take steps to compensate for them, including adjusting mirrors and using a spotter if appropriate.
- Never stand under any suspended loads
- Make eye contact with machine operators before approaching them.
- Use hand signals or radios when verbal communication is difficult or not possible.
- Always monitor Weather Conditions
- Know your limits when operating machinery in taxing environments.
These practices form the foundation of our construction safety plan.
Construction Safety Management in Action
Choosing the right crane for your project can help ensure construction jobs are completed safely. We work closely with project managers and contractors in Jacksonville, FL, to match the crane with the task. In addition to choosing the right crane, we also:
- Perform daily crane inspections – Before each shift, our crane operators conduct inspections of the crane to check for any obvious signs of visual damage. This includes checking for broken or bent parts, looking for any oil leaks, inspecting the cables, and verifying all safety devices are functioning as intended, among other things.
- Conduct daily safety huddles – We are committed to keeping our employees and those around them safe. That’s why our team holds a safety huddle every day to review the lift plan and talk through potential risks. This meeting helps keep everyone on the same page.
This level of coordination is key to construction safety management.
Crane Safety Training & Compliance
Nothing matters more than protecting the people and property at a job site. That’s why we restrict the operation of cranes and other heavy equipment to trained professionals. All of our crane operators are NCCCO certified. We’re proud to say that in all our years in business, we’ve never had a single recordable accident.
Partner with a Crane & Rigging Contractor That Puts Safety First
At Coker, we understand how crucial it is to follow safety protocols for crane services to ensure projects are completed without error or injury. For your next project, choose a crane and rigging contractor in Jacksonville, Florida, with a proven record of safety success. Contact Coker Crane & Rigging today.