Multiple cranes 23.24 When two or more tower cranes are erected in such a manner that
the radiuses of operations overlap, an employer must ensure that the
operators operate the cranes so that there are no collisions between
the cranes or their loads.
Structural testing and examination 23.25(1) An employer must ensure that all structural and rigging components
of a tower crane undergo non-destructive testing under the direction
and control of a professional engineer in accordance with the
manufacturer’s specifications as close as reasonably practicable to the
construction project site
(a) before the crane is used for the first time in Manitoba; and
(b) if the crane is moved from project to project, before it is used
after the move.
23.25(2) If a tower crane is in operation on a construction project for more
than one year from the date on which the crane starts operating, an
employer must ensure its structural components are examined under
the direction and control of a professional engineer in accordance
with the manufacturer’s specifications.
23.25(3) An employer must ensure that the results of the testing or
examination required under subsections (1) and (2) are certified by a
professional engineer in a report that clearly identifies the crane and
the components to which the information relates.
OVERHEAD CRANES
Positive lockout system 23.26 An employer must ensure that an overhead electric crane is provided
with a positive lockout system so that power is shut off when a
worker is maintaining or servicing the crane.
Rail stops 23.27 An employer must ensure that a craneway at a workplace is equipped
with adequate rail stops to prevent the overhead electric crane from
contacting any obstruction or overrunning the end of the rails.
