Strengthen the safety safeguards for factory‑floor lifting operations and strictly adhere to crane‑use safety regulations!

Lifting machinery is a core piece of equipment in factory production. Bridge cranes, gantry cranes, electric hoists, and other devices perform critical tasks such as workpiece handling, equipment assembly, and material loading and unloading. Henan Feima Lifting Machinery Group Co., Ltd., with years of dedicated experience in manufacturing lifting equipment, understands that equipment reliability is the foundation, while proper operation is the key to safety. Lifting operations in industrial facilities often involve hidden risks; any violation of operating procedures can easily lead to accidents such as falling objects, collisions, or crushing injuries. We hereby remind all user organizations and operators: respect established procedures, conduct thorough inspections, and follow standardized operating practices to uphold the fundamental safety standards for lifting operations in factories.

I. Certification-based employment: personnel management is the first line of defense.

Crane operators and rigging commanders are classified as specialized job positions; they must be certified to work, with their certificates remaining valid. Personnel without proper certification are strictly prohibited from operating cranes or directing lifting operations. Longyan Municipal People’s…

1. Prior to commencing work, employees must complete specialized safety training and become familiar with equipment parameters, limit‑switch protections, and emergency response procedures. New hires may only perform independent tasks after successfully passing a hands‑on mentorship‑based assessment.
2. Operators must be in good health; working under the influence of alcohol, while fatigued, or after taking medication is strictly prohibited. During operations, maintain full concentration and refrain from idle chatter or using mobile phones.
3. Unified command signals; throughout the entire operation, only obey. A full-time commander However, if any personnel issue an emergency stop signal, the driver must immediately shut down the machine.

II. Pre-shift inspections to prevent “faulty equipment” from being put into operation.

Before starting work each day, operators must conduct a thorough inspection of the crane and only commence operation once they have confirmed that the equipment is in good working order. Key items to be checked include:

• Safety protection devices, including brakes, hoisting limit switches, travel limit switches, buffers, and emergency stop buttons, shall be complete, sensitive, and effective; unauthorized removal or bypassing of limit‑switch protections is strictly prohibited.
• Wire ropes, hooks, and shackles show no broken wires, wear, deformation, or cracks; lifting attachments and rigging are in good condition, and wire rope clips are securely fastened.
• The rails, wheels, and speed-reduction mechanism exhibit no abnormal noises, and the electrical and control wiring shows no damage or leakage.
• No-load trial run to verify that the lifting, traveling, and braking operations are smooth and reliable.
• If any malfunctions, unusual noises, oil leaks, or failures of protective devices are detected, immediately shut down the equipment, tag it out, and prohibit its use; report the issue to maintenance personnel for repair, and strictly forbid operating the equipment while it is defective.

III. Strictly adhere to the “Ten Prohibitions for Lifting” and standardize the entire lifting process.

Lifting operations must strictly adhere to the “Ten No-Lift” principles, which constitute the core guidelines for preventing crane-related accidents:

1. Do not lift if the load is overloaded or its weight is unknown;
2. Do not lift if the signal is unclear or the command is confused.
3. Do not lift if the load is not securely tied or its center of gravity is unstable.
4. Do not lift workpieces with personnel standing on them or with loose, movable objects resting on them.
5. Do not lift if the safety device is malfunctioning;
6. Do not lift or hoist components that are tilted, skewed, or slanted.
7. Do not lift objects that are buried underground or stuck to the ground.
8. Do not lift angular workpieces without protective pads, as rigging can easily cause cuts.
9. Do not lift when nighttime lighting is insufficient or visibility in the work area is poor.
10. No lifting operations shall be conducted for outdoor gantry cranes in winds of Force 6 or higher.

Key points for practical assignment:

1. Before lifting a heavy load, perform a test lift: raise the load 200–300 mm off the ground, inspect the brakes, rigging, and balance, and proceed with the formal lift only after confirming that everything is normal.
2. The lifting load’s travel path shall be clear of personnel; it is strictly prohibited to pass the load over the heads of workers, and no one shall stand or pass beneath the load.
3. Operate smoothly, with gradual starts and stops; prohibit abrupt stops, rapid acceleration, and sudden changes in direction. For lifting heavy loads, use a guide rope to prevent the suspended load from swinging excessively and striking the building or equipment.
4. When two cranes are used in tandem for lifting, a dedicated lifting plan must be developed, with unified command; the load on each crane shall not exceed 80% of its rated capacity, safe working clearances must be maintained, and one crane is prohibited from pushing against the other.

IV. Regular Maintenance + Statutory Inspections to Ensure Long-Term, Stable Equipment Operation

Cranes are classified as special equipment and must comply with routine maintenance and statutory inspection regimes, strictly adhering to the requirements of the “Safety Technical Code for Lifting Machinery” TSG 51-2023 issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation...:

1. Establish an equipment ledger to record information on usage, inspections, maintenance, malfunctions, and inspections.
2. Carry out regular maintenance and servicing on a scheduled basis, including inspection and replacement of wire ropes, bearings, brakes, motors, and electrical components.
3. Apply for periodic inspections of special equipment on schedule; cranes that have not been inspected or that fail inspection shall not be put into service.
4. Equipment modifications and overhauls shall be carried out by qualified entities; the equipment may only be put into service after successful completion and acceptance, and unauthorized modifications are strictly prohibited.

V. Task Completion and Emergency Management

1. Upon completion of the task, raise the hook to a safe height, park the trolley at the designated position, return the controller to zero, and disconnect the main power supply; stow the remote control and operating handle properly.
2. Clear the site of lifting and rigging equipment, inspect the machinery for any damage, and complete the shift’s operational log.
3. Enterprises shall develop emergency response plans for lifting‑related accidents and conduct regular emergency drills. In the event of sudden load entrapment, abnormal braking, or unusual noises from wire ropes, the equipment must be stopped immediately, personnel at the site must be evacuated, and any attempt to forcibly resolve the issue under hazardous conditions is strictly prohibited.

Conclusion

There are no small matters when it comes to safety, and there is no room for complacency in lifting operations. Henan Feima Lifting Machinery Group Co., Ltd. remains committed to safeguarding workplace safety through high‑quality lifting equipment. Even the best equipment cannot perform effectively without standardized operating procedures, regular inspections, and rigorous management. We urge all partner organizations and all workshop personnel to maintain a constant vigilance for safety, ensuring that safety protocols are strictly followed with every lift and every transfer, thereby preventing lifting‑related accidents and supporting the safe, stable operation of your enterprise.