- Prepare a detailed lift plan for each nacelle and blade lift operation
- Monitor wind speed continuously and halt lifts if limits are exceeded
- Establish and enforce exclusion zones for the full crane and load radius
- Ensure all riggers and installers wear full fall arrest harnesses at height
- Use continuous radio communication between the crane team and nacelle crew
- Verify crane ground conditions and outrigger pad capacity before each lift
- Brief the entire lifting team on the sequence, signals, and abort procedures
- Check weather forecasts for wind, lightning, and precipitation before starting
- Ensure a rescue plan is in place for personnel working at nacelle height
- Record all lift data including wind speeds, loads, and any deviations
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- DON'T attempt blade lifts in wind speeds above the approved limit
- DON'T allow personnel inside the exclusion zone during heavy lifts
- DON'T proceed with lifts if lightning is forecast within the work period
- DON'T work at nacelle height without a full harness and anchor point
- DON'T continue a lift if the load starts to spin or become uncontrollable
- DON'T skip the pre-lift briefing — every team member must understand the plan
- DON'T position tagline operatives where they could be struck by swinging loads
- DON'T assume yesterday's ground assessment is valid today after rainfall
- DON'T use communication methods that could be affected by wind noise
- DON'T rush bolt-up connections at height to save time during weather windows
See also: Wind Turbine Construction Safety | Lifting Operations Awareness (LOLER)
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