Where we are performing the lift is the next crucial factor we need to consider when creating a lift plan. It’s wise to have as much detail about the load Premier intended to lift in your plan as possible since it will inform every other aspect of your lift operation. These factors will determine how we design the rigging arrangements including the chain slings, shackles, synthetic slings or spreader bars, and will need to be detailed in your lift plan with relevant drawings and documentation. The first step is to analyse the load weight, dimensions, lifting points, and centre of gravity.

What we are lifting will determine how we lift it, so the load is an essential element to consider when planning your lift. We recommend considering the following three different elements in order to create your lift plan. With our extensive in-house planning and programming team of engineers, we have helped thousands of clients on construction, infrastructure and other projects successfully create their lift plans. There is a range of different approaches Premier takes when creating your lift plan. The risk assessment should identify all hazards and how they will be negated or minimised.Ī successful lift plan will have all the necessary documentation, but still be clear and concise. It should also include everyone involved in the lifting operation and their specific responsibilities and roles. What should a lift plan include?Įvery successful lift plan should have risk assessments, method statements (how the lift will be executed), technical information (such as crane set up) and any other relevant documentation and information including schedules, maps, condition reports, drawings and photographs. A lift plan is a highly useful document which will outline the type and size of crane, rigging equipment as well as the right personnel team for the lift. Not only are lift plans essential for assuring the safety of the crane, personnel, and the site, but it also helps to streamline the process and ensure costs do not exceed budgets. If you are requiring a crane to conduct a complex lift, then the team at Premier will need to create a lift plan with you. The following information is recommended as a basic guide to a successful lift plan. It’s important to note that every lift is different, and lift plans are created based on the variables of the specific environment, payload, crane type and conditions.

So what is the key to creating a successful lift plan?

Taking the time to plan and organise your lift will keep site personnel, the load, and the crane safe, while ensuring Premier gets the job done within schedule and on budget.

A lift plan is essential to ensuring the safety and success of a complex lift.

Crane lift plan flow chart