Preventing Offshore Crane Accidents

Cranes are vital to the operation of offshore oil rigs.  Everything that is brought on to the oil rig: personnel, food, drilling fluid, pipes, casing and other supplies, must be lifted on to the rig by a crane. 
 
Cranes are large structures that can weigh more than 100 tons.  A crane accident can cause injury and death to the personnel operating the crane, any workers in the crane and anyone in the area.
 
In order to reduce offshore crane accidents, companies operating cranes must keep them well-maintained.
 
Crane Operator Responsibilities:
 
• Have an effective preventive maintenance program
• Conduct appropriate and complete crane inspections
• Ensure cranes are adequate to lift loads
• Emphasize the importance of communication, work planning, and supervisory controls when moving or disassembling cranes
• Ensure loads are properly rigged and secured
• Ensure crane operators and riggers are properly trained
 
If you are an oil rig worker or seaman who has been injured in an offshore crane accident, you have rights under maritime law. The Louisiana maritime law attorneys at The Young Firm can help you get all the compensation that you are entitled to. To learn more, contact The Young Firm at 866-938-6113.
 
Learn more about offshore crane accidents in our article, “If You've Been Injured in an Offshore Crane Accident, You Need a Maritime Injury Lawyer Who Understands Crane Regulations.”