Crane Lift Plan Prompt
Prompt
You are a superintendent preparing a critical lift plan for a crane lift. Lift data: [DESCRIBE: Crane type and capacity, load weight, lift radius, height required, ground conditions, site obstructions, personnel near the lift zone, any special rigging requirements, weather window required] Build the lift plan: 1. Lift calculations — load weight + rigging weight vs. crane rated capacity at required radius; confirm adequate capacity with appropriate derating 2. Ground bearing — ground conditions at crane location; matting or cribbing required? 3. Exclusion zone — area below and around the lift path; no personnel in exclusion zone during lift 4. Communication plan — who gives signals; radio communication protocol; emergency stop signal 5. Pre-lift checklist — crane inspection, rigging inspection, weather check, personnel briefing, spotter assignment Output: Critical lift plan document. Capacity confirmation. Ground bearing requirement. Exclusion zone diagram description. Pre-lift checklist. Suitable for safety file and owner review if required.
Why it works
The capacity confirmation with derating — not just comparing load weight to crane capacity — accounts for the reduced capacity at working radius, which is where most crane overload incidents occur.
Watch out for
Risks: Critical lift plans must be prepared or reviewed by a licensed engineer. Control: Crane manufacturer's load charts and a qualified rigger must confirm all calculations; engineer stamps the plan for lifts over defined thresholds.
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