Crane Rental Companies in NH and MA; What You Need to Know When Hiring a Crane Rental Company for Your Lift

Crane rental companies are not created equal and taking a few minutes to ask a few questions of your New Hampshire and Massachusetts crane operator might save your project!

Of you are looking for a crane rental company in MA for your upcoming lift at your commercial or residential property in NH, MA, VT and ME, be sure to ask your potential crane rental operator a couple of key questions before hiring.

1. Ask your potential NH and MA crane rental company if their operators, or at the very least, the crane operator they would assign to your lift are or is NCCCO certified. The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
2. Ask your potential crane rental company if they are in good standing with no OSHA violations and if they comply with OSHA regulations. Violations here can be a big red flag.
3. Ask your potential crane rental company if their operators have taken the OSHA safety courses
4. Inquire about their train and retrain programs for crane operators. Do they keep their operators up to date on the equipment they are running.
5. Does the crane rental company have a drug policy and is it enforced?
6. Does the crane rental company have the proper liability insurance to meet your requirements in case of damage or injury while on your property

Crane and Staff Capabilities and Skillsets as it Pertains to Your Crane Rental Company for Your NH and MA Lift

This requirement could easily be another bullet in the list above, but due to it’s importance we will address it on it’s own, and it is key to the success and safety of your project lift. Utilizing crane services from highly rated crane rental companies is the best way to reduce your project costs by using technology and equipment to make placement of heavy, cumbersome products a breeze, but it can be a double-edged sword if you get this requirement wrong.

Every project is driven by a lift plan, either informally or formally. If your crane rental company doesn’t provide at least a basic plan to you verbally if not in writing, you could be in for tough times during your lift. This is where the skillset of the crane operator comes into play. Highly skilled crane operators will analyze the project and come up with a plan that will meet the project requirement, due so efficiently, minimize lift costs, and provide for maximum safety during the lift. You need to make sure your crane rental company isn’t like many other crane rental companies in that they hire inexperienced operators with relatively little experience in the seat. Ask your crane company about the experience of the operator handling the job to ensure you are getting the experience you are paying for.

In addition to the training and skills of the crane operator you want to make sure that the cranes you are renting will handle the job. Is your job ideal for the cranes available? Do they have the reach and tonnage ratings needed for your job? Does the crane rental company have a regimented crane servicing policy that is enforced? These are all very important questions needing to be answered before you hire your next crane rental company, and among crane rental companies these answers can vary greatly. Ensure your potential lift partner has the credentials needed to properly assess and plan for your lift, and that all of their equipment, including their cranes meet the specifications required in your lift plan.

At GSC we have the proper credentialed crane operators, and meticulously maintain all of our equipment including our cranes so you can rest assured knowing your lift will go without a hitch. Our crane operators are some of the most experienced you will find anywhere, especially among crane companies serving southern NH, Northern MA.

Not All Crane Rental Companies in NH and MA are Created Equal

Service, Personnel, and Equipment Safety is Paramount to Granite State Crane When Providing Crane Services to All of It’s Clients and it Makes us Stand Out Among Crane Rental Companies in NH, MA, VT and ME

Granite State Crane complies with all safety regulations set forth by OSHA, EPA, DOT as well as all State and Local Authorities. In addition, we are committed to a strong train and retrain program ensuring that our operators are some the best in the industry. When it comes to our cranes and equipment, we are dedicated to meticulous maintenance ensuring maximum efficiency when it comes to your lift.

Call Granite State Crane for Crane Services and Rental Throughout NH and MA

From emergency lifts, to scheduled pre-planned lifts, Granite State Crane will deliver. Call (603) 486-7449 today to schedule your lift, or to ask any questions you may have about an upcoming project, or our company and its services.