Rated load markings for overhead bridge and gantry cranes.
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February 25, 1998
Mr. Rick Brooks
Inspection Manager
Crane America Services
3351 Obco Court
Dayton, Ohio 45414
Dear Mr. Brooks:
This is in response to your January 19 letter requesting clarification of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) overhead and gantry crane standard 29 CFR 1910.179(b)(5).