ASME_B30-24-2008.pdf

Container CranesSafety Standard for Cableways,Cranes,Derricks,Hoists,Hooks,Jacks,and SlingsAN AMERICAN NATIO NAL STANDARDASME B30.24-2008Copyright ASME International Provided by IHS under license with ASME Licensee=FMC Technologies/5914950002 Not for Resale,05/13/2009 01:01:38 MDTNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-ASME B30.24-2008ContainerCranesSafety Standard for Cableways,Cranes,Derricks,Hoists,Hooks,Jacks,and SlingsAN AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDCopyright ASME International Provided by IHS under license with ASME Licensee=FMC Technologies/5914950002 Not for Resale,05/13/2009 01:01:38 MDTNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-Date of Issuance:September 5,2008The next edition of this Standard is scheduled for publication in 2013.There will be no addendaissued to this edition.ASME issues written replies to inquiries concerning interpretations of technical aspects of thisStandard.Interpretations are published on the ASME Web site under the Committee Pages athttp:/cstools.asme.org as they are issued,and will also be published within the next edition of theStandard.ASME is the registered trademark of The American Society of Mechanical Engineers.This code or standard was developed under procedures accredited as meeting the criteria for American NationalStandards.The Standards Committee that approved the code or standard was balanced to assure that individuals fromcompetent and concerned interests have had an opportunity to participate.The proposed code or standard was madeavailable forpublic review andcomment thatprovides an opportunityfor additional publicinput from industry,academia,regulatory agencies,and the public-at-large.ASME does not“approve,”“rate,”or“endorse”any item,construction,proprietary device,or activity.ASME does not take any position with respect to the validity of any patent rights asserted in connection with anyitems mentioned in this document,and does not undertake to insure anyone utilizing a standard against liability forinfringement of any applicable letters patent,nor assume any such liability.Users of a code or standard are expresslyadvised that determination of the validity of any such patent rights,and the risk of infringement of such rights,isentirely their own responsibility.Participation by federal agency representative(s)or person(s)affiliated with industry is not to be interpreted asgovernment or industry endorsement of this code or standard.ASME accepts responsibility for only those interpretations of this document issued in accordance with the establishedASME procedures and policies,which precludes the issuance of interpretations by individuals.No part of this document may be reproduced in any form,in an electronic retrieval system or otherwise,without the prior written permission of the publisher.The American Society of Mechanical EngineersThree Park Avenue,New York,NY 10016-5990Copyright 2008 byTHE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERSAll rights reservedPrinted in U.S.A.Copyright ASME International Provided by IHS under license with ASME Licensee=FMC Technologies/5914950002 Not for Resale,05/13/2009 01:01:38 MDTNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-CONTENTSForeword.ivCommittee Roster.vB30 Standard Introduction.viiChapter 24-0Scope,Definitions,and ReferencesSection 24-0.1Scope of B30.24.1Section 24-0.2Definitions.1Section 24-0.3References.5Chapter 24-1Construction and InstallationSection 24-1.1Markings.7Section 24-1.2Clearances.7Section 24-1.3Runways Rail-Mounted Cranes.7Section 24-1.4Crane Construction(General).7Section 24-1.5Operators Stations.8Section 24-1.6Lighting Systems.9Section 24-1.7Communication Systems.9Section 24-1.8Service Platforms and Footwalks.9Section 24-1.9Bumpers,Trolley Runway,and Trolley Stops.10Section 24-1.10Truck Sweeps/Guards.11Section 24-1.11Brakes.11Section 24-1.12Drive Motors.11Section 24-1.13Electrical Equipment.12Section 24-1.14Hoisting Equipment.12Section 24-1.15Elevators.13Section 24-1.16Documentation.13Chapter 24-2Inspection,Testing,and MaintenanceSection 24-2.1Inspection.14Section 24-2.2Testing.14Section 24-2.3Maintenance.15Section 24-2.4Wire Rope Inspection and Replacement.15Chapter 24-3OperationSection 24-3.1Qualifications for and Conduct of Operators.17Section 24-3.2Handling the Load.18Section 24-3.3Signals.18Section 24-3.4Miscellaneous.18Figures1Dockside Container Crane.22Yard Container Crane.33Spreader.54Standard Hand Signals for Controlling Container Cranes.19iiiCopyright ASME International Provided by IHS under license with ASME Licensee=FMC Technologies/5914950002 Not for Resale,05/13/2009 01:01:38 MDTNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-FOREWORDThis American National Standard,Safety Standard for Cableways,Cranes,Derricks,Hoists,Hooks,Jacks,and Slings,has been developed under the procedures accredited by the AmericanNational Standards Institute(ANSI)(formerly the United States of America Standards Institute).