2014

Consider some of the major characteristics

of a Boom Truck

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10/16/2014

Opening:

What are Boom Trucks?

Heavy duty trucks such as the Boom Trucks are designed having a large boom

structure on the rear or bed section of the vehicle. One of the websites that people find helpful on this issue is Ehow.

Standard characteristics of the Boom Trucks:

To follow are standard elements of the Crane/Bucket/Boom trucks:

1. The boom trucks are common sights on building or construction sites. 2. The vehicle is equipped with a heavy duty crane system to assist with

lifting the loads on or off the rear of the truck bed.

3. The payload lift limit varies with the different crane boom trucks, from 9.07 to 45.36 metric tons.

4. They function in areas that other motor vehicles aren’t in a position to reach or difficult areas that have interferences in the way.

There are several articles and texts on this subject at: Wikipedia

What is the best way to use a Boom Truck?

The popularity of the boom trucks continues to grow. By using the proper heavy equipment and machinery, it is much better to be more successful and

achieve results quicker. This all scenario has increased the desire and

production of boom trucks so that there shouldn’t be any hurdle in the smooth flow of working proficiency.

The most basic utilization of a boom truck is to lift a staff member (for maintenance) up to such higher position where no ladder can approach, like phone poles or electrical poles or higher roofline Learning more about this topic is easy if you continue Wikihow.

Elsewhere, these heavy duty trucks are common sights in factories and

construction sites. Another very common usage of bucket booms are at fire departments.

Another very common usage of bucket booms are at fire departments. The bucket boom trucks are often used to help control fires in the upper floors of high rise buildings.

Learn the role of the ANSI (American National Standard Institute) and OSHA (occupational Safety and Health Administration) in relation to Boom Truck accidents:

Issues with these large vehicles can occur at any time, so caution is required at all times. There are many things that can be done to avoid serious incidents, such as staying in touch with the rules outlined by the OSHA and ANSI. If this

publication has ignited your interest and you want to learn more about it, you can learn more at Britannica.

Here are some of the things that are and aren’t appropriate with boom truck breakdown

What you should do What you Shouldn’t Do It is a must to see if the significant

condition is good enough before

functioning the truck. Any defects must

be repaired before operating the

machinery.

Avoid parking on uneven grounds to

reduce tipping incidents.

Verify the condition of the boom Do not try to overload the bucket. Study

control. Ensure this is fully running and

serviceable.

the user manual for weight limits. Little

carelessness can cause fatal issue.

Another important thing to do is to

check if there is any smashed, loose or

lost part there to repair.

Heavy winds especially beyond the

speed of Thirty miles per hour are very

dangerous for boom/bucket truck’s

lifting. Lifting a crane in these

conditions can seriously raise the risk

factor.

Any hydraulic outriggers should give

the desired support once in position.

Avoid moving or driving the vehicle

when the crane or bucket is in a raised

position.

On what conditions a boom truck is allowed to lift?

Following examples are the exact conditions up

on which a boom truck driver is allowed to perform lift:

Example #1:

The boom truck should be placed in such a way that the boom should uphold 10 feet minimum from power line. A distance of 10 ft 4 in should be maintained with each 10Kv power increase.

Example #2:

Always ensure that the boom truck is positioned with immovability; in a way

that both the stabilizers can completely pull out and lower down. A preferred location should mean the stabilizers do not require padding.

Example #3:

Most importantly, keep the boom truck located in a way that it shouldn’t hurt or strike any person or object. Being ready is the most important thing you can

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What are the 12 safety measures to follow with boom truck operation?

While operating the boom truck there are twelve extremely important precautionary measures to be taken to avoid accidents. They are divided into two categories; Technical and Non-technical. The following table will display

their types.

Technical precautionary

measures:

Safety aspect for non-

technical measures:

Overhaul and maintenance

Overhauling and maintenance line up should be

properly taken care of and must be ordained by

every worker.

Stay in contact

Aim to develop mutual understanding between

driver and other workers to increase safety and

good organization. Communication is achieved

via voice or hand signals.

Capability of lifting

Make sure the lifting capacity isn’t exceeded

since this can cause accidents.

Check up

Give the vehicle a regular check up on a regular

basis. A regular checkup is a requirement to

avoid more significant issues.

Outrigger function

Put in place the outriggers before starting the

lifting work.

Inspect the job site

Studying the work site is important. Always

check if there are any passersby or cars parked

on the ground. Look for large trees or overhead

power lines that could cause problems.

Train the driver

A well-trained and qualified driver is essential

to avoid many of the common issues. By giving

the right training knowledge, a driver is able to

operate the machinery more efficiently.

Monitor the work

Ensure the operation of the crane is overseen to

avoid issues or complications when working.

Rules and regulations

Stay up to date with the relevant laws and

regulations issued by the government or OSHA.

User manual

Reading the guidebook and warnings for

appropriate usage of the machinery is

noteworthy for the driver.

Secured outskirts

Try to put in place a protective radius. This can

make it easier to move the boom arm with

interference. Passersby around the swing radius

must be protected from getting closer to it.

Health and safety gear

When working, all staff should wear the

standard safety gear. Safety gear includes items

like protective clothing, hard hats, and lanyards.