3.2. Calculating Required Boom Length

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are outriggers?

   Hint

   Think of them as stabilizers.

2. 2.

   How do you determine the required boom length?

   Hint

   Look for a graph that connects height and horizontal reach.

3. 3.

   What is the role of outriggers?

   • To lift weights
   • To stabilize the crane
   • To extend the boom

   Hint

   They help with stability.

4. 4.

   True or False: High wind speeds can be disregarded when lifting heavy loads.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Safety comes first!

5. 5.

   If a crane is lifting a total weight including rigging of 50000 kg and needs to operate at a distance of 30 meters from the center of rotation, what are the considerations you must take into account before starting the operation?

   Hint

   Refer to load charts and environmental conditions while preparing.

6. 6.

   A crane is set to work on a site where wind speeds average at 80 km/h. Evaluate what actions should be taken based on the safety guidelines provided in the section.

   Hint

   Think about what wind does to a crane's stability.