Crane & Labour Hire in Clermont 

Statewide Lift & Shift provides a wide range of crane and labour hire services for Clermont and the surrounding areas, including Cheeseborough, Nanya, and Retro. Contact us to confirm whether we service your specific location. 

A dogger is a worker who holds a Dogging (DG) licence and is trained to safely sling loads and guide crane movements when the load is out of the operator’s line of sight. Doggers determine the best slinging methods and ensure the load is secure during lifting. They're especially important on complex job sites where precise load positioning is necessary. Their role enhances communication between the crane operator and ground crew, helping to prevent collisions or tipping. Under Australian law, a dogger is mandatory when a load is unsighted, irregularly shaped or requires judgement in rigging technique.

Cranes can operate in light weather conditions, but operations must be suspended when conditions become unsafe. Wind is a major concern—most crane manufacturers set a maximum safe wind speed for operation, often around 9 to 12.5 m/s (32 to 45 km/h), depending on crane type and load size. Heavy rain, lightning or poor visibility also present risks and may halt work. Cold weather can affect hydraulics and crane function, while extreme heat may impact operator focus and equipment performance. Safety always comes first, so site supervisors must monitor weather forecasts and use wind gauges. Lifting must stop immediately if thresholds are exceeded.

A crane load chart is a technical document showing the crane’s lifting capacity based on boom length, radius, angle, counterweights and setup. It helps operators and riggers calculate whether a lift is safe under specific conditions. Load charts vary between crane types and manufacturers, so they must always be referred to for the exact model being used. For example, a crane might lift 30 tonnes at 5 metres but only 10 tonnes at 20 metres due to leverage. The chart accounts for stability limits and structural strength. Understanding how to interpret a load chart is critical to safe and legal crane operation.