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2014
Consider some of the major characteristics
of a Boom Truck
Christian Austin
Follow me on Twitter @Christian15201
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
do about any subject; so to be more prepared about this subject, click on Youtube.
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.