Who is legally responsible for verifying Ground Bearing Capacity (GBC) at a jobsite?
The crane operator and controlling entity share responsibility for verifying adequate ground bearing capacity before crane operations begin.
Under OSHA regulations, both the crane operator and the controlling entity (typically the general contractor or project manager) have shared responsibility for verifying ground bearing capacity. The controlling entity must ensure ground conditions can support the crane's maximum outrigger loads and provide this information to the crane operator. The operator must verify this data and refuse to operate if ground conditions appear inadequate.
Remember: "COCO" - Crane Operator & Controlling entity Own ground capacity verification
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