• Lift precast elements only from the cast-in lifting points specified by the manufacturer.
• Prepare a LOLER-compliant lift plan for every precast element before lifting.
• Install temporary propping and bracing immediately after placing each element.
• Store precast elements on level ground with correct dunnage and stable stacking.
• Establish exclusion zones beneath all precast lifting and placement operations.
• Check elements for transport damage before lifting them into position.
• Complete permanent connections before removing any temporary support or propping.
• Monitor wind conditions and stop lifting large panels in high winds.
• Brief the lifting team on the sequence, signals, and emergency procedures.
• Use tag lines to control elements during lifting and prevent swinging.

• DON'T lift precast elements from points other than the designated lifting inserts.
• DON'T stand under a suspended precast element at any time during the lift.
• DON'T remove temporary propping before permanent connections are fully complete.
• DON'T stack precast elements higher than the manufacturer's storage recommendations.
• DON'T lift large flat panels in wind conditions that cause uncontrolled movement.
• DON'T use damaged or corroded lifting inserts without engineering assessment.
• DON'T proceed with a lift if the element weight exceeds the crane's chart capacity.
• DON'T release the crane hook until the element is confirmed stable and propped.
• DON'T store elements on uneven ground or without proper dunnage support.
• DON'T skip the pre-lift briefing; every team member must know their role.

See also: Lifting Precast Concrete Elements | Lifting Operations Awareness (LOLER)