Industry Guide
Crane Lift Plans: The Documentation That Keeps Picks Safe and Claims Defensible
A critical lift plan is OSHA-required documentation for non-standard crane lifts — heavy picks, multi-crane operations, lifts over occupied areas, or any configuration that exceeds manufacturer-standard parameters. A complete lift plan protects workers, satisfies regulators, and becomes the evidence base if an incident occurs. A sloppy or missing plan makes routine operations into compliance risks.
Marcus Reyes6 min read