Lifting Operation

Definition of Lifting Operation

• Lifting operation is an operation concerned with the lifting and lowering of a load

• Lifting operation is an operation concerned with moving from one point to another

• Lifting operation is an operation to weight a load

• Lifting operation is moving a load horizontally only

What is an outrigger?

• Outrigger is the main connecting point between the crane and the load it needs to carry

• Outriggers extend from the bottom of the crane and stabilize it from the ground

• Outrigger is the part of the crane that creates lift

• Outrigger is an arm that extends horizontally, providing extra space between the load and the crane

What are the hazards in crane lifting?

i. electrical hazard

ii. overloading

iii. loads slipping when lifting

iv. all og the above

• ii & iii

• i only

• iv

• i & iii

What is SWL?

• Safe Weight Load

• Safe Working Load

• Safety Work Load

• Safe Weight Limit

Lifting operation is a high-risk activity.

• True

• False

Why should we do a pre-lifting operation checklist?

i. Provide proper information on the safe use of the lifting equipment

ii. Ensure that the lifting equipment is safe for use

iii. Ensure that the lifting equipment has been tested and examined so that it is safe for use

iv. to ensure SWL is not exceeded

v. All of the Above

• i, ii & iii

• i & iv

• ii, iii & iv

• v

Should risk assessment be done prior lifting operation?

• No

• Yes

True or False. A lifting operation may be performed manually or using lifting equipment

• True

• False