Safe Cargo Lifting

Abstract

Goods from production to final destination, in addition to having to be properly wrapped and tied, have to be moved three-dimensionally, i.e. moving to the same level, for example by truck or ship and different sizes, increasing or reducing dimensions, i.e. by forklifts or cranes. In this way, they use equipment and accessories that allow and assist these movements. Its selection and mode of operation, including positioning and displacement, must be carefully analyzed in accordance with the specific load requirements and working conditions to ensure safe operations. Large loads or unusual forms carried as Loose should be the subject of Lifting Plans, indicating in particular the risk assessment, the Rigging Plan, the equipment and accessories to be used, its positioning and lashing, as well as the positioning of the load in the different phases of movement and static positioning. In turn, human resource involvement requires them to have adequate specific training, depending on the roles they perform technically and behaviorally so that they can work as a cohesive team.