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• There are over 750 cranes across the country following significant investment by governments along key transport corridors [1].
• Over 20 international standards are being issued for consultation with the industry and general public.
• ​�������� has brought this international guidance into the Australian market with the support of technical experts, now the Australian public has its chance to comment.

The number of cranes across city blocks and in suburban streets has skyrocketed in recent years, and with this increased use, the consultation on over 20 draft standards could not be better timed.

“The high level of construction activity across Australia is calling on safety precautions around cranes at a greater rate and impacting more and more people,” said Head of Standards Development, Roland Terry-Lloyd. “Our aim is to help keep those that work on-site, and individuals near active cranes, safe. We are eager to receive feedback on the direction of these drafts.”

The �������� technical committee responsible for these draft standards has progressed several projects to public comment. These draft standards seek to align Australian safety guidance to that of the international crane industry.

“Australian experts have played a significant role in shaping relevant international standards, which has enabled the Australian safety guidance to be promptly updated and aligned with international practice. As a result, we can strengthen our national crane sector,” said Mr Terry-Lloyd.

“Crane safety originates with their design and continues through to their use. It is critical that Australia uses the latest crane standards developed on the world stage and adapted to Australian conditions. CICA supports the continuous review and modernisation of Australian Standards and have worked hard on these projects for the benefit of the entire crane industry,” said CEO of The Crane Industry Council of Australia, Brandon Hitch.

Members of the construction, transport, manufacturing, and public safety sectors are all encouraged to make their views known by submitting comments by 6 April 2020.    

“This work is further proof of the value of �������� being a prominent voice in international standards development, to help improve the quality of products, processes and services across Australia,” concluded Mr Terry-Lloyd.

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