Does CraneCheck meet OSHA's 29 CFR 1926.1412 requirements?

Yes. CraneCheck's inspection templates are built directly from the requirements in 29 CFR 1926.1412 for construction cranes and 29 CFR 1910.179 for overhead and gantry cranes. Every checkpoint maps to a specific regulatory requirement.

Can my operators use CraneCheck without cell service?

Yes. CraneCheck works offline on any smartphone. Operators can complete full inspections, take photos, and flag deficiencies without connectivity. Everything syncs automatically when they're back in range.

How long does it take to complete an inspection?

Most operators complete a full pre-shift inspection in under 3 minutes. That's faster than filling out a paper form — and the result is a timestamped, GPS-tagged, photo-documented digital record.

What happens when an operator finds a deficiency?

CraneCheck automatically locks the crane from further operation until the issue is resolved. The deficiency is logged with photos, assigned for corrective action, and tracked through resolution. Safety directors get instant notifications.

Can I try CraneCheck before committing?

Absolutely. We offer a 14-day free trial with up to 3 cranes. No credit card required. You'll have access to every feature so you can see how CraneCheck works with your actual fleet and crew.

How does pricing work?

CraneCheck is $199/month (or $169/month on annual billing) which includes 5 cranes. Additional cranes are $29/crane/month. Every plan includes unlimited inspections, all features, and support.

Will OSHA accept digital inspection records?

Yes. OSHA requires that inspection records be maintained and available for review — they do not require paper. Digital records that include the inspector's name, date, equipment identification, and findings satisfy OSHA's documentation requirements.

How do I get my team started?

Sign up for a free trial, add your cranes to the equipment registry, invite your operators, and they can start inspecting the same day. No training required.

Migration Guide

Migrate from Paper Logs & Spreadsheets to CraneCheck

Going digital doesn't have to be painful. CraneCheck replaces your paper inspection forms and Excel spreadsheets with a system that's actually easier to use.

Total migration time: ~45 minutes

Step-by-Step Migration

Follow these steps to move your data and team to CraneCheck. Most teams are fully migrated in under an hour.

Gather your current forms

~15 min

Collect your paper inspection forms, Excel spreadsheets, and any equipment lists. Take photos of paper records you want to preserve digitally.

Create your CraneCheck account

~2 min

Enter your equipment

~10 min

Add your cranes and lifting equipment to CraneCheck. Enter make, model, serial number, and capacity. If you have a spreadsheet, we can bulk import it.

Choose your inspection templates

~5 min

Select from pre-built OSHA and ANSI B30 templates that match your paper forms. No need to recreate checklists from scratch.

Set up your team

~3 min

Invite inspectors and assign roles. Every inspector gets mobile access at no extra cost — no more chasing down paper forms.

Complete your first digital inspection

~10 min

Walk through an inspection on CraneCheck. Photo capture, voice notes, and tap-to-complete checklists make it faster than paper.

Paper Logs & Spreadsheets vs CraneCheck

See how CraneCheck compares feature-by-feature.

Feature

Paper Logs & Spreadsheets

CraneCheck

Inspection records

Paper forms / filing cabinets

Searchable digital archive

OSHA compliance

Manual tracking / hope

Automated compliance monitoring

Deficiency follow-up

Sticky notes / memory

Automated alerts + escalation

Photo documentation

Separate camera + printing

In-app photo capture + annotation

Report generation

Hours of manual typing

1-click PDF generation

Audit readiness

Scramble when OSHA calls

Always audit-ready

Multi-site visibility

Drive to each site

Real-time dashboard across all sites

Record retention

Boxes in storage

Automatic 7-year digital retention

Migration FAQ

Common questions about switching from Paper Logs & Spreadsheets.

My inspectors aren't tech-savvy. Will they be able to use this?

CraneCheck is designed for field crews, not IT departments. The mobile app uses large buttons, photo capture, and simple checklists. If they can use a smartphone, they can use CraneCheck.

Can I keep my existing paper forms as a backup?

Of course. Many teams run paper alongside CraneCheck for the first month. But most find the digital version is faster and stop printing within a few weeks.

What about my years of historical paper records?

You can photograph and attach paper records to equipment profiles in CraneCheck. For large archives, our team can help with bulk digitization.

Do I need internet access in the field?

CraneCheck works offline. Inspections sync automatically when you reconnect — critical for remote job sites and crane yards without reliable WiFi.

Ready to Switch from Paper Logs & Spreadsheets?

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