Who must verify the crane equipment is checked and prepared?

• A. Crane Operator
• B. Site Supervisor
• C. Safety Inspector
• D. Rigger

Answer: (A)

The operator is the one responsible for pre-use verification and readiness of the crane. Before any lift, the person who will actually run the crane must perform a quick visual and functional check to confirm the crane and its equipment are in safe operating condition. This includes inspecting controls, safety devices, brakes, hooks, wire rope, limit switches, lubrication, outriggers, and the overall rigging setup, and ensuring the work area is clear and the load path is planned. If anything isn’t satisfactory, the lift doesn’t proceed until a qualified person has addressed it. While the site supervisor, safety inspector, and rigger all have important safety roles, daily verification of the crane’s readiness falls to the operator because they are the ones who will control and use the equipment.