Crane Accidents Compo Claims Advice

A lot of industries use cranes at some point of time, while crane accidents are very common in the construction and building industry.Please click on the state that you where injured in for information about your State or Territory and limitation periods to claim.

QLD, NSW, VIC, WA, SA, NT, ACT, TAS

If you have sustained a crane injury which has left you with a permanent injury, you may have rights to compensation.  You may have been;

• struck by an uncontrolled crane
• struck by a falling load
• electrocuted while being in contact with overhead wires or
• sustained a crush injury.

Any of these injuries can cause you and you family great difficulty not only, the impact of the physical injury, but financially and psychologically. 

It is very common that accidents occur when work colleagues and other contractors adjust equipment to manage the use of the crane therefore, creating unsafe equipment for other individuals working with the same crane or in the same area. Cranes in the workplace have to meet safety requirement and standards at all times.

It is very dangerous to proceed into an area where loads or items are suspended from the cranes, on forklifts or on jacks.  Hoists supplied should always be used to prevent accident and injuries from arising. The driver of the crane should always have a clear vision and should never be limited or obstructed.  If in high winds, all loads must be secured and a back up sling should be used.

Special safety requirements should be followed when associating with cranes such as:

• Only certified personnel’s should operate cranes and anyone requested to assist the personnel controlling the crane should be trained and educated before.
• All activities on or around the crane should be planned before the operation of the crane.
• Always keep an eye out for overhead wires i.e. Powerlines.
• Lifting equipment should not exceed the required limit.
• The driver of the crane should always be aware of the positioning of the equipment especially near hazardous areas.
• Never work underneath a suspended load
• Work should always be performed when the load is supported on a workstation or stanchion.

To seek legal advice, you should start by obtaining the right lawyer, such as a personal injury expert who can provide you with free legal advice and so you can receive the payout you deserve. 

Disclaimer: Nothing on this website constitutes, or is meant to constitute, advice of any kind. If you require advice in relation to any legal matter you should consult an appropriately qualified lawyer.