Crane Lift Plan Example
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Document: Crane Lift Plan
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Last updated 7/30/2026
Crane Lift Plan
Project Details
- Project Name: Brisbane Office Block HVAC Upgrade
- Site Address: 123 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000
- Date of Lift: 15/11/2023
- Prepared By: John Smith, Site Manager
- Company: BuildRight Constructions Pty Ltd
- Plan Number: CLP-BNE-045
1. Lift Description
- Description of Load: Air Handling Unit (AHU) - Unit B
- Load Weight: 4.2 Tonnes
- Load Dimensions (L x W x H): 4.0m x 2.0m x 2.0m
- Centre of Gravity: Marked on side of unit by manufacturer
- Lifting Points: 4 rated lifting lugs located on top frame
2. Crane Details
- Crane Type: Franna Cranes / Non-Slewing Mobile Crane
- Make and Model: Franna MAC 25
- Maximum Rated Capacity: 25 Tonnes
- Counterweight: N/A
- Length of Boom: 12.0 Metres
- Jib / Fly Length: N/A
- Radius of Lift: 6.0 Metres
- Height of Lift: 8.0 Metres
3. Rigging Gear
- Sling Type: 4 Leg Wire Rope Sling
- Sling Capacity (SWL): 5 Tonnes at 60 degree angle
- Shackles: 4 x 13 Tonne Bow Shackles
- Spreader Bar: N/A
- Total Rigging Weight: 150kg
4. Site Conditions
- Ground Conditions: Reinforced concrete pavement
- Ground Pressure Bearing Capacity: Adequate for Franna tyres
- Outrigger Pads Used: N/A (Franna set on rubber tyres)
- Slope / Gradient: 0% (Level)
- Overhead Hazards: None within 20m swing radius
- Wind Speed Limit: Maximum 45 km/h for lift
5. Personnel
- Crane Operator: Mike Jones - LICENCE: 12345678 (CV)
- Dogger / Rigger: Sarah Lee - LICENCE: 87654321 (DG, RI)
- Site Supervisor: John Smith
- Emergency Contact Person: Jane Doe - PHONE: 0412 345 678
6. Lift Method
- Lift Category: Tandem Lift (Wait - No, single crane. Change to Standard). Correction: Standard Lift.
- Pick up Point: Loading dock bay 3, street level
- Placement Point: Level 3 rooftop opening, directly above dock
- Travel Path: Vertical lift only
- Exclusion Zone: 10m radius around crane and load path
- Communication Method: Two way UHF Radios
7. Risk Assessment
| Hazard | Risk Level | Control Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Crush injury during lift | Medium | Exclusion zone maintained by traffic controller. No personnel in drop zone. |
| Load swinging | Low | Two tag lines used by ground crew. Experienced dogger directing. |
| Equipment failure | Low | Daily pre-start inspection completed. Slings inspected for damage. |
8. Sign Off I acknowledge that I have read and understood this lift plan.
- Operator Signature: M. Jones Date: 15/11/23
- Dogger Signature: S. Lee Date: 15/11/23
- Site Supervisor Signature: J. Smith Date: 15/11/23
Notes
This example shows a standard lift using a Franna crane. Note that the specific weights and dimensions are filled in. The personnel licence numbers are recorded. The hazard assessment identifies the specific risks for this site. The exclusion zone is clearly defined. The 'Lift Category' was corrected during the drafting process to show the importance of accuracy.
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Crane Lift Plan
A written document detailing how a lifting operation will be carried out safely to manage risks and comply with Australian safety laws.