Month: January 2025

Multiple crane lifting—also known as tandem lifting or dual crane lifting—is a high-risk lifting operation that involves using two or more cranes simultaneously to lift a single load. This method is typically employed when lifting an oversized, long, or heavy load that exceeds the capacity or stability limits of a single crane. While necessary in specific engineering scenarios, multiple crane lifting introduces complex challenges related to load distribution, synchronization, structural coordination, and safety. In Hong Kong, such operations are subject to stringent control measures under the *Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Lifting Appliances and Lifting Gear) Regulations (Cap. 59J)*