This guide has been verified by our Engineering Compliance Team to align with current OSHA 1910.179 and ASME B30.2 standards. It was last reviewed for technical accuracy on September 15, 2020.
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Safety First
Safety is the number one concern for crane operators, a person performing the hand signals stand at a vantage point which allows them to view the load area from a perspective that is not visible to the crane operator. From this point, the signal person is able to confirm whether a maneuver is safe to perform and halt all activity if they observe a potential risk.
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