Department of Buildings revamps crane regulations

Revised protocols for tower cranes intended to improve safety at work sites. On May 28, 2008, the New York City Department of Buildings announced new procedures for erecting and dismantling tower cranes. The new procedures require an engineer to submit written plans that detail the erection and dismantling procedure for each and every crane he or she intends to use for construction. Upon Buildings’ approval, the engineer must then certify that he or she has inspected the crane installation, that there are no hazardous conditions at the site, and that the work is to be performed according to the plans that Buildings previously approved.

Revised protocols for tower cranes intended to improve safety at work sites. On May 28, 2008, the New York City Department of Buildings announced new procedures for erecting and dismantling tower cranes. The new procedures require an engineer to submit written plans that detail the erection and dismantling procedure for each and every crane he or she intends to use for construction. Upon Buildings’ approval, the engineer must then certify that he or she has inspected the crane installation, that there are no hazardous conditions at the site, and that the work is to be performed according to the plans that Buildings previously approved.

To enforce the new procedures, Buildings will conduct random, unannounced site visits. Unsafe conditions will result in a Stop Work Order and possibly other violations. Failure to comply with any issued Stop Work Order may result in a fine of up to $10,000.

DOB: Regulatory Notice – Erecting and Dismantling (Including Jumping) Tower Cranes (May 28, 2008).

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