Overhead Crane Inspections

Global Crane performs comprehensive overhead crane inspections in order to verify your equipment complies with workplace safety regulations laid down by governmental authorities, such as OSHA. Regular inspections provide an in-depth look at the condition of your lifting devices, including safety and production issues that could affect your operation and lead to expensive fines.

Our inspectors examine every aspect of your runway structure, including columns, girders, rails, and tie backs – for complete assurance your systems are in top condition. Crane inspections also establish a baseline for preventative maintenance, helping ensure your lifting equipment receives the repair and upgrades it requires to function both safely and efficiently.

Global Crane inspections combine deep technical expertise with decades of practical experience and precise attention to detail. We offer a comprehensive range of inspection programs, designed to ensure your lifting equipment meets all industry and regulatory specifications.

Confirms that the crane and hoist can lift and lower the rated load, as well as move it safely over the length of the bridge and runway.

Before being put to work, every crane requires an inspection to ensure it functions according to OSHA health and safety standards.

Examines the crane’s operating mechanisms, as well as its hook, hoist, and air and hydraulic systems, including lines, tanks, valves, and drain pumps. Conducted at least once a year. However, depending on the crane’s degree of service and exposure to wear, deterioration, and malfunction, Frequent Inspections may be required as often as once a month.

Checks for deformed, cracked, or corroded parts, such as pins, bearings, shafts, gears, rollers, sheaves, drums, and locking and clamping devices. Also examines the load and wind indicators, as well as the braking system, for excessive wear. Conducted once a year for cranes in normal or heavy service, but once a quarter for cranes in severe service.

Any crane that has been idle for at least a month requires a complete inspection in order to certify it meets the requirements of a Frequent Inspection.

Any crane that has been idle for more than six months requires a complete inspection in order to certify it meets the requirements of both a Frequent and Periodic Inspection.

Examines attachments and accessories designed to help enhance speed, movement, and safety during lifting in order to identify any damage or deviations that could affect performance or safety.

Global Crane provides a clear explanation of OSHA codes, to help you identify potential problems during normal operations. We also deliver a complete copy of your report in your preferred format, hardbound or digital, for a complete record of everything examined and uncovered.