A dedicated rescue kit (including a suspension trauma relief strap and descender rescue system) must be on-site, with a trained rescue team ready to retrieve an incapacitated worker from the mast.
To maintain the structural integrity and balance of the mast, counterweight blocks are removed in a specific order. Phase C: Jib and Counter-Jib Decommissioning
The method statement lists all tools and machinery required for the task. This ensures that everything on-site is inspected and fit for purpose:
Finally, unbolt and remove the anchor base or fixing angles from the concrete foundation. 7. Emergency and Contingency Planning tower crane dismantling method statement
A comprehensive risk assessment must be completed before dismantling begins. Key hazards and their control measures are outlined below.
After dismantling is complete:
To give you the best plan, tell me:
The method statement must also include an emergency response plan:
Technicians unpin the jib from the tower, and it is lowered to the ground to be dismantled into smaller sections. Step 4: Removing the Operator Cabin and Slewing Unit
A typical approach: Remove two counterweight blocks using the auxiliary crane, dismantle the jib, then remove the final counterweight. A dedicated rescue kit (including a suspension trauma
The counter-weights are carefully removed one by one and lowered to the ground.
Drive out the connection pins at the jib root (heel pin) and disconnect the pendant bars/tie rods.
Using the climbing cage, dismantle the mast sections one by one. This ensures that everything on-site is inspected and