What does 'walking' a panel mean?

• A. Moving the crane while it has the panel lifted
• B. Moving the panel while resting on the ground
• C. Rotating the crane around the panel
• D. Sliding the panel along rails

Answer: (A)

Walking a panel means repositioning the panel while it remains suspended in the crane’s lift. You keep the panel on the hook, move the crane to a new bearing location or set of temporary supports, and then lower or reposition it into the next position. This lets you advance the erection sequence without setting the panel down on the ground.

In contrast, moving a panel while it’s resting on the ground would be sliding or rolling the panel, not walking. Rotating the crane around the panel changes the crane’s orientation rather than relocating the suspended panel along its intended path. Sliding the panel along rails implies the panel is already supported on rails, not being carried through a lift.