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With more than 40 years of expertise in the crane and rigging industry, we’re more than just a service provider—we’re your partner in success. Our extensive library of resources is designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and best practices to keep your operations safe, efficient, and compliant.

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By: Emery & Karrigan, Inc.

Compliance Isn’t Optional: How Poor Risk Management Exposes Specialized Transport Companies to Regulatory Failure

In specialized transport, one overlooked risk can spiral into a major compliance violation, derailing operations, raising insurance premiums, and triggering lawsuits. For CFOs and operations leaders under pressure to reduce exposure and control costs, robust risk management isn’t just about safety. It’s about staying in business, which is becoming more and more critical in the crane and rigging landscape.

By: Emery & Karrigan, Inc.

How to Run a Pre-Lift Planning Meeting: A Guide for Crane & Rigging Companies

In crane and rigging operations, the lift doesn’t start when the crane booms up, it starts in the planning room. The Pre-Lift Planning Meeting is your opportunity to prevent costly errors, reduce liability, and reinforce a culture of safety before boots even hit the ground. It’s not paperwork for the sake of compliance, it’s a proactive tool to protect your crew, your gear, and your business.

By: Emery & Karrigan, Inc.

"Safety Culture: The Key to Achieving Accident-Free Success"

The importance of a good safety culture in any organization cannot be overstated. A strong safety culture is one in which safety is considered a top priority at all levels of the organization, from the top down. It is an organizational culture that is characterized by the shared values, attitudes, and behaviors that prioritize the well-being and safety of all employees.

By: Emery & Karrigan, Inc.

Crane Company Safety: Navigating OSHA and FMCSA Standards to Avoid Negligent Hiring, Entrustment and Retention

In 2012, I left my job as a NCCCO certified operator to join an insurance company that specialized in insurance and risk management for the crane industry. The opportunity to serve the industry that had given me a fulfilling career was both exciting and nerve-wracking. Over time, I noticed patterns in the claims that resulted in significant financial impacts on the industry. Crane companies were often held responsible for negligent hiring, entrustment, and retention practices during the...

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DOT Audit Checklist

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Self Inspection Checklist

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SMS Methodology

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Small Entity Compliance

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SMC Overview

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Unsafe Driving

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FMC_CSA_12_021_Fitness_SMC_Page_1

Fitness SMC

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FMC_CSA_13_004_HOS_Compl_SMC_Page_1

HOS Compliance

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FMC_CSA_13_004_HOS_Compl_SMC_Page_1

HOS Compliance SMC

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New Driver Application

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FMC_CSA_12_022_Sub_Alc_SMC_Page_1

Sub Alc SMC

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FMC_CSA_13_001_BASICs_HM_Compliance

BASICS HM Compliance

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Inspect Repair SMC

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FMC_CSA_12_005_BASICs_Crash_Indicator

BASICS Crash Indicator

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FMC_CSA_12_018_CrashIndic_SMC_Page_1

Crash Indicator SMC

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FMC_CSA_13_007_VM_Cargo_SMC_Page_1

VM Cargo SMC

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BASICS ControlledSub

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FMC_CSA_13_001_BASICs_HM_Compliance

HM Compliance SMC

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FMC_CSA_12_009_BASICs_VehMaint

BASICS VehMaint

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FMC_CSA_12_006_BASICs_DriverFitness

BASICS Driver Fitness

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FMC_CSA_13_004_HOS_Compl_SMC_Page_1

BASICS HOS Compliance

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Telematic Implementation Plan

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Op Cert Final Rule

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Self Inspection Checklists

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NCCCO Crane Operator Evaluation Guide_Page_1

Crane Operator Evaluation Guide

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Guide - Shielding Your Crane Company - A Guide to Smart Contract Language_Page_1

Guide To Smart Contract Language

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Operator Pre Employment Questionnaire

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Job Safety Analysis Form

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