In Alberta, the ground can be frozen solid in the morning and soft enough to sink an outrigger by the afternoon.
Construction equipment can weigh 8,000–17,000 lbs on average, and sometimes all that weight is resting on just a few square feet of ground. This is something we emphasize often during training.
Before every lift:
• Inspect ground conditions
• Use approved outrigger pads
• Ensure the equipment is level
Because the most important part of the lift…is the part touching the ground.
As an Alberta OHS Recognized Training Provider, we’re committed to helping workers identify hazards before they become incidents.