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TIPS

Operating Tips

OSHA, ASME and the Crane Manufacturers require that all Mobile Cranes be inspected prior to operation. A written record of the pre-use inspection is not required, however, the use of an inspection checklist easily facilitates the performance of the inspection. In addition, while OSHA and ASME give some general requirements of what must be inspected during a frequent inspection, the crane manufacturer gives crane specific inspection requirements such as lube points and tire pressures, as such, it is advised to use a checklist based on the manufacturers requirements.

Click on the Freebies tab for a free download of CICB's "Mobile Crane Pre-Use Checklist", which includes most manufacturer's recommendations as well as OSHA's and ASME's requirements.

Answers to the May 2008 Trivia Questions from CICB's "On the Hook" Newsletter

	1.	29 CFR 1926.453.
	2.	AWS B3.0-41 - 1910.67(a)(3).
	3.	The dealer or installer - ANSI A92.2.
	4.	Lower controls are used to override the upper controls in the event of an emergency.
	5.	Return to neutral - ANSI A92.2 - 4.3.1.
	6.	Designed voltage.
	7.	Insulated and non-insulated - ANSI A92.2, 4.9.5.
	8.	42 inches, plus or minus 3 inches - ANSI A92.2, 4.9.1.
	9.	A body belt shall be worn and a lanyard attached to the boom or basket. - 1910.67 (c)(2)(x). NOTE: Previous answer Climbers is incorrect.
	10.	29 CFR 1910.67.

EVENTS


	CONEXPO VEGAS - MARCH 2008 CICB would like to thank everyone that attended ConExpo, the show was a huge success. As a thank you, CICB is offering a Free Access to our on-line "Assessment Testing for Crane Operators and Riggers" from now until the end of 2008. The comprehensive tests will provide you with valuable information as to the rules, regulations, and best practices knowledge of your crane and rigging personnel. Please click on the link below for a demonstration.

	CICB announces the introduction of Online Assessment TestingTM for Employees and Potential Employees involved in crane and rigging operations! CICB Online Assessment Testing is an internet-based, multiple-choice testing application designed to provide you with the information you need to evaluate potential or existing employees' knowledge of OSHA and ANSI/ASME standards and regulations along with best practices for safe operations. To experience a demonstration of the test and the administrator tools go to http://demotest.cicb.com.

	ON THE HOOK! CICB's quarterly newsletter is now available on-line. All the latest news from our industry is just a click away. There is no need to wait for your copy in the mail. Please click on the picture to the left for a printable copy of the newsletter. Remember to check your answers to this quarter's trivia questions in the newsletter. The answers are to the far left.

For more information, please contact us at 800.327.1386 or via email.