faqs about crane forks
What sizes and load capacities are available for crane forks?
What sizes and load capacities are available for crane forks?
Crane forks are available in a wide range of sizes and load capacities, from lighter duty models to higher capacity forks suitable for lifting pallets, bricks, and concrete blocks. This allows them to be used across different environments, including warehouses, yards, and construction sites.
What safety checks should be carried out before using crane pallet forks?
What safety checks should be carried out before using crane pallet forks?
Before each use, crane forks should be visually inspected to ensure there are no cracks, deformation, or excessive wear. The crane hook or lifting point must be compatible with the fork rating, and the load should be stable and evenly positioned on the forks. The lifting operation should be planned, supervised, and carried out by a trained operator, with no persons standing beneath the suspended load.
How quickly can crane pallet forks be delivered in Ireland?
How quickly can crane pallet forks be delivered in Ireland?
Standard crane forks are typically dispatched within a few working days, depending on stock availability and delivery location within Ireland. Larger or higher capacity models may require additional handling or lead time.
How often should crane forks and lifting attachments be examined in Ireland?
How often should crane forks and lifting attachments be examined in Ireland?
Under Republic of Ireland legislation, lifting equipment must undergo thorough examination by a competent person at regular intervals. In most cases, crane pallet forks and lifting attachments are examined every six or twelve months, depending on usage and operating conditions, with pre use checks carried out before every lifting operation.
Can crane forks handle uneven or irregular loads?
Can crane forks handle uneven or irregular loads?
Crane forks are best suited to palletised, block, or uniform loads. Using them to lift uneven or irregular items can increase the risk of load movement or instability. For non standard loads, alternative lifting attachments or additional securing methods may be more appropriate.
Are crane pallet forks compliant with Irish lifting regulations?
Are crane pallet forks compliant with Irish lifting regulations?
Yes. Crane pallet forks supplied by Lifting365 are CE marked and compliant with Republic of Ireland requirements, including the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work General Application Regulations 2007. These regulations require lifting equipment to be suitable for its intended use, properly maintained, and examined by a competent person.