Jan 25 (edited) • Equipment& Load Control Issues
Case Study 89: Luffing Jib Collapse. Residential Site Injuries
Incident Overview
A luffing jib tower crane jib collapse occurred on a residential project in Edinburgh, causing injuries and triggering an investigation.
What Went Wrong
Crane structural events are rarely single-cause. They usually involve a chain: configuration, inspection, wind/operations planning, and oversight.
Key Lessons
Crane structural events are multi-factor
Erection/alteration controls must be watertight
Wind planning and safe-out-of-service matters
Safety Recommendations
Strict crane governance: documented inspections, tie/erection verification, wind controls, and clear stop rules.
Incident source/ Reference
Edinburgh luffing crane collapse reported in industry press.
●LOLER Reg. 4 – Stability and integrity are mandatory.
●LOLER Reg. 8 – Safe planning and supervision required.
●LOLER Reg. 9 – Examination/inspection regime must be effective.
●PUWER Reg. 5 – Maintenance systems must prevent failure.
●BS 7121-1 – Governance of erection/alteration/operation must be controlled.
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