What elements are typically reviewed in a lift plan to ensure safe lifting?

• A. Weather forecast and site access.
• B. Height of the load and color of the slings.
• C. Center of gravity, weight estimates, sling selections, anchor points, and communication procedures.
• D. The brand of crane tires.

Answer: (C)

A lift plan centers on the key factors that determine how to attach and move a load safely with a crane. The most complete and directly relevant set includes the load’s center of gravity to know where balance and lifting points will be, weight estimates to ensure the crane and rigging are capable, sling selections to properly support and distribute the load, anchor points to provide secure attachment, and clear communication procedures so the team coordinates actions and signals correctly during the lift. These elements together address stability, capacity, rigging integrity, and coordinated action, which are essential for a safe lift.

Weather and site access can influence planning and operations, but they’re not the core elements reviewed in the lift plan itself. The height of the load is a consideration, but the color of the slings has no safety relevance. The brand of crane tires does not impact the lifting plan.