A Rule of Thumb An outrigger pad should be at least three times the square surface area of the outrigger shoe or float, provided you are working on Grade A soil conditions.Sep 16, 2019
Does OSHA require outrigger pads?
According to OSHA, safety is always a requirement. OSHA 1926.1402 states that, in all instances in which a crane or other lifting equipment is used, the ground on which the equipment is placed must be firm, sufficiently drained, properly graded, and able to support blocking, cribbing, and outrigger pads.Oct 15, 2020
How is mobile crane load calculated?
You may need to find the Crane Capacity index for the load chart. To calculate the crane capacity index, use this formula: (Average (radius x max (lifting height x capacity))) / 100.