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Every critical lift must have a designated lift director.

Why It Matters:

When roles aren’t clear, mistakes happen. The lift director ensures communication flows, hazards are managed, and the lift goes as planned — with one person making the final call.

Key Points:

• The lift director oversees the entire lift — from pre-lift checks to final placement.
• Only the lift director can give the signal to begin or stop a critical lift.
• They must be qualified, experienced, and physically present throughout the lift.
• All workers involved in the lift must follow the lift director’s instructions and signals.

✅ One boss. One lift.

Ask the Crew:

• Who’s assigned as the lift director today?
• Do we recognize their hand signals or radio calls?

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