Crane operation Crane operation, to be safe and economical, needs ability, the exercise of maximum care and common sense, alertness and concentration, and a rigid adherence to well-tried safety rules and practices as made public in applicable and current ANSI and agency safety standards. Every crane operator, together with those concerned in throw hundreds and directional lifting operations, should be trained and competent in each aspect of crane operations. There are four key points that staff should bear in mind of in safe crane operation: How to set up and manage lifting operations. The development of safe procedures for operating with cranes. How to supervise lifting operations properly. Examining and reviewing operations and processes rigorously. Crane cou...