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Lift Plan Authorization

Lift plan completed and approved before mobilization critical (required)

Documented lift plan is present, current, and approved by the responsible competent person or designated authority before crane setup begins.

Yes No N/A

Lift classified as critical or non-routine critical (required)

Lift meets site criteria for a critical lift, engineered lift, tandem lift, personnel-adjacent lift, or other non-routine operation requiring enhanced controls.

Pre-lift briefing completed with crew critical (required)

Lift briefing reviewed the sequence, roles, hazards, exclusion zone, stop-work authority, and emergency actions with all involved personnel.

Yes No N/A

Competent person and signal person identified critical (required)

A competent person and qualified signal person are assigned and understood by the crew.

Yes No N/A

Required permits, engineering review, and site approvals present critical (required)

Any required permits, engineered calculations, customer approvals, and site authorization documents are available at the jobsite.

Yes No N/A

Load and Rigging Verification

Verified load weight recorded critical (required)

Actual or calculated load weight is documented, including all rigging, hooks, spreaders, and attachments to be lifted.

Note (optional)

Load center of gravity identified critical (required)

Center of gravity is identified and accounted for in the lift plan and rigging arrangement.

Yes No N/A

Rigging gear selected for load and configuration critical (required)

Slings, shackles, hooks, spreaders, and other rigging hardware are rated for the load and compatible with the lift geometry.

Yes No N/A

Rigging inspection completed critical (required)

All rigging components were inspected before use and show no visible damage, deformation, excessive wear, or missing identification.

Yes No N/A

Attachment points verified critical (required)

Load attachment points, lifting lugs, and connection hardware are verified as suitable for the planned lift path and forces.

Yes No N/A

Crane Configuration and Capacity

Crane make, model, and configuration documented critical (required)

Crane type, make/model, boom length, counterweight, jib, and outrigger configuration are recorded in the lift plan.

Planned load radius verified critical (required)

Planned working radius is measured and matches the crane chart configuration used for capacity calculations.

Note (optional)

Crane capacity adequate at planned radius critical (required)

Planned load, including rigging and dynamic factors, remains within the crane's rated capacity for the selected configuration and radius.

Yes No N/A

Load percentage of rated capacity documented critical (required)

Calculated load percentage at the planned radius is documented and reviewed for critical lift criteria.

Note (optional)

Anti-two-block, load moment, and safety devices functional critical (required)

Required crane safety devices are present and functional for the planned operation.

Yes No N/A

Ground Bearing and Site Conditions

Ground bearing capacity verified critical (required)

Ground or support surface capacity has been reviewed and is adequate for crane loading, outrigger reactions, and lift path conditions.

Yes No N/A

Outrigger mats or cribbing installed as planned critical (required)

Mats, pads, or cribbing are installed per the lift plan and sized for the expected load distribution.

Yes No N/A

Setup area level within plan tolerance critical (required)

Crane setup area is level within the tolerance specified by the manufacturer or lift plan.

Note (optional)

Overhead and side obstructions cleared critical (required)

Power lines, structures, plant equipment, and other obstructions are identified and controlled for the planned boom path and load path.

Yes No N/A

Weather conditions within lift limits critical (required)

Wind, visibility, precipitation, and lightning conditions are within the limits established by the lift plan and manufacturer guidance.

Yes No N/A

Communication, Exclusion Zone, and Final Sign-Off

Primary signal protocol established critical (required)

Primary communication method is defined, including hand signals, radio channel, or designated signal person authority.

Exclusion zone established and controlled critical (required)

Barricades, spotters, or other controls prevent unauthorized personnel from entering the lift area.

Yes No N/A

Tag lines and load control methods available critical (required)

Tag lines or other approved load control methods are available where needed to control rotation and swing.

Yes No N/A

Stop-work authority communicated critical (required)

Crew understands that any worker may stop the lift if conditions change or a hazard is identified.

Yes No N/A

Final authorization to proceed critical (required)

Responsible supervisor or competent person authorizes the lift after all critical items are verified.

Note (optional)

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Run: Critical Lift Plan Documentation

Lift Plan Authorization

Load and Rigging Verification

Crane Configuration and Capacity

Ground Bearing and Site Conditions

Communication, Exclusion Zone, and Final Sign-Off

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