Study Of Hazard, Risk Assessment And Mitigation Measure Of Lifting Equipment At Cement Plant Construction Site

Abstract

After the agricultural sector, the construction industry is the second largest employment in India. Because of its many inherent risks and dynamic and varied nature, it plays a major role in workplace accidents. Operating lifting equipment, such as cranes, is one of the main causes of these mishaps in the construction industry. According to studies, human error and technical malfunctions are the main reasons for these occurrences. The risks involved with using heavy gear are increased by the fact that many crane operators and laborers lack proper training in addition to technological deficiencies.
This study looks at the several technical and human faults that lead to accidents with cranes and suggests ways to avoid them. An examination of Chhattisgarh's industrial events highlights the difficulties unique to crane operations. For example, in 2019 a tire-mounted crane at a construction site collapsed as a result of a hydraulic failure brought on by neglected maintenance checks and operator error. A tower crane in Raipur also fell in 2021 as a result of bad weather and an overloaded hoist, underscoring the importance of appropriate load management and environmental risk assessments. Furthermore, in 2020, a pick-and-carry crane in Bhilai overturned as a result of overloading and inadequate terrain assessment.
The importance of routine maintenance, safety inspections, risk assessments, and operator training is shown by these case studies. Such occurrences can be greatly decreased by addressing mechanical issues and human mistake, guaranteeing safer crane operations in building projects.