BS 7121-2-9:2013 PDF

What is this standard about? It gives recommendations for pre-use checks, in-service inspection, maintenance and supplementary testing of cargo handling and container cranes. Who is this standard for?

Cargo handling and container crane operators Port authorities Health and safety executives Site project managers Testers of crane equipment

Why should you use this standard? Cargo handling and container cranes are used to load and unload vessels, internal transfer vehicles, road vehicles and trains. They can also be used to lift containers or materials to and from temporary storage. The cranes can be installed in a static location, or on rails or wheels such that the crane can traverse a quay or storage area. They can handle containers, unit loads or bulk materials using specialist grabs. This standard outlines specifications for pre-use checks, in-service inspection, maintenance, thorough examination (in service and following exceptional circumstances) and supplementary testing of this equipment. This covers cargo handling and container cranes used in both ports and inland facilities. This standard applies to the following types of cranes: