• 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

• 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)