Questions for Your Crane Operator

When working with mobile cranes, clear communication with your crane operator about the work and the job site will ensure that safety is the priority. After you discuss the job required of the crane operator, here are some essential follow-up questions: Do you have any further questions about what this job site requires? Ensure that the […]

Mobile Cranes Lightning Safety

When lightning strikes, you don’t want to be near a mobile crane, let alone operating one. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not the metal on mobile cranes that attracts lightning strikes. According to the National Weather Service, lighting seeks high and isolated shapes – let’s state the obvious: high and isolated – like a mobile […]

Mobile Crane Operator Shortages

After pandemic restrictions eased, many employers found themselves competing for skilled mobile crane operators. In the summer of 2021, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced a staggering 9.3 million open jobs across the country. The construction industry is facing a labor shortage, particularly among the heavy equipment operator jobs. Safety on job sites is a valid […]