Inspection

Crane hooks are single-point-of-failure components. Learn ASME B30.10 inspection criteria, throat opening deformation limits, twist measurement, NDT testing methods, and hook replacement standards.

Cold weather creates hidden crane hazards — brittle steel fractures, hydraulic sluggishness, ice loading, and reduced operator dexterity. Learn temperature limits, warm-up procedures, and winter inspection protocols.

Crawler cranes have unique inspection requirements — track tension, roller wear, sprocket condition, and undercarriage integrity. Get the complete inspection checklist with OSHA and manufacturer compliance points.

Hydraulic system failures cause catastrophic crane incidents. Learn how to inspect cylinders, hoses, pumps, filters, and fluid — plus oil analysis techniques that predict failures before they happen.

Digital crane inspection software pays for itself within months. See the real numbers on time savings, compliance cost reduction, and risk mitigation that make the business case for going paperless.

Demolition crane operations face unique hazards — falling debris, unstable structures, dust exposure, and dynamic load changes. Here are the special inspection requirements OSHA mandates for demolition sites.

Lattice boom cranes require specialized inspection procedures that differ significantly from hydraulic telescopic cranes. Complete inspection guide covering boom sections, pins, lacings, pendants, and structural connections.

Outrigger failure and improper setup cause more crane tip-overs than any other single factor. Complete guide to outrigger inspection criteria, proper deployment procedures, and ground bearing pressure calculations.

When do you need a third-party crane inspector vs. in-house? Understand the regulatory triggers, insurance requirements, and business situations that mandate independent crane inspections.

ConExpo-CON/AGG 2026 is showcasing the most advanced crane technology ever built. But most crane companies still track inspections on paper. That disconnect is closing fast.

There are three tiers of crane inspections — frequent, periodic, and annual. Most companies get the first two right and completely botch the annual. Here's what the standards actually say, who's qualified to perform them, and what you need to document.

OSHA uses these terms precisely — and they don't mean the same thing. If the wrong person is signing off on your inspections, those inspections are effectively invalid.

OSHA's multi-employer worksite rules create complex inspection obligations for rented cranes. Both the rental company and the contractor can be cited.

Complete OSHA rigging inspection requirements under 29 CFR 1926.251. Covers wire rope sling criteria, synthetic web sling checks, chain sling inspection, shackle load ratings, and removal-from-service standards.

Most crane inspection forms are missing critical fields. Learn what a compliant crane inspection report must contain, common documentation gaps that trigger OSHA citations, and why static templates create more risk than they solve.

How often should you inspect overhead cranes? Break down daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual inspection schedules under OSHA 1910.179 and ASME B30.2, plus service classification guidance.

A comprehensive pre-operation inspection checklist for all-terrain, rough-terrain, and truck-mounted mobile cranes. Covers hydraulic systems, outriggers, load moment indicators, wire rope, and all OSHA-required inspection items for daily compliance.

Comprehensive guide to tower crane inspection requirements throughout the crane lifecycle. From foundation engineering review and pre-erection inspections to climbing procedures, monthly/annual inspections, and dismantling requirements under OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC.

Comprehensive guide to crane wire rope inspection based on ASME B30.5 standards. Learn broken wire replacement thresholds, diameter reduction limits, corrosion assessment criteria, heat damage identification, and proper end connection inspection techniques.

Everything you need to know about OSHA's crane inspection requirements under 29 CFR 1926.1412 and 29 CFR 1910.179 — inspection types, frequencies, documentation requirements, and how to stay compliant.

A detailed breakdown of the OSHA-required daily crane inspection checklist items under 29 CFR 1926.1412(d). Know exactly what your operators need to check before every shift.

Paper crane inspection logs are a liability. Digital inspection software eliminates lost records, illegible handwriting, and audit-day panic. Here's the full comparison.

A plain-English breakdown of 29 CFR 1926.1412 — the OSHA standard that governs crane inspections on construction sites. What it requires, who's responsible, and how to comply.