JOHN LOFTUS CRANE HIRE was founded in 1994. Since this time we have endeavoured to offer the best service available through the top equipment, training and safety. With this came a framework for efficiency and flexibility provided by the family led team working alongside experts in their field, harnessing the vast in-house knowledge and experience and applying it to all jobs, large or small.
JOHN LOFTUS CRANE HIRE is a leading name in the construction industry , for over 10 years. We have been at the forefront of heavy lifting in all forms of projects from construction of apartment blocks , pharmaceutical plants , bridges and many delicate and precise projects such as the Cork City hall. Our fleet of cranes which are based in our headquarters at Sallybrook,Glanmire, Co.Cork are suited for all the needs of the modern construction industry.We use equipment that is the best on the market and we will always match your project with the perfect machine for the job.
Our reputation for top quality workmanship is well deserved and our aim is to have all our customers satisfied with us at all stages of work from planning to the final completion of the project. Constant investment in new equipment ensures clients of the most modern and comprehensive fleet of all-terrain and truck-mounted telescopic cranes available. At John Loftus Crane Hire we are able to work alongside your project co-ordinators with the experience of our team members who are highly competent in all the latest technology, enabling efficient communication. Early involvement in the planning process of a lifting assignment provides us with the ability to advise on best strategy and to help to avoid any complications that may arise. Today that hard work has paid off and this vision is now a reality with John Loftus Crane Hire’s reputation for a high quality and competitive service making them one of the leaders in lifting services in Munster.
Due to the complexity of most operations requiring a large crane, John loftus Crane Hire employs the most experienced people in the industry, who plan and execute each lift. Our staff are trained to the highest standards with all modern technology used to make your project proceed with minimal delay and obstruction. The safety standards that we enforce on our staff and equipment are among the most stringent in the industry. Our reputation as pioneers in health and safety within the industry is long recognised and respected. We have fully certified Appointed Persons who will plan and control the lifting operation. John Loftus Crane Hire will carry out a site visit to discuss the lifting operation and to advise on the logistics required. We have fully certified banksman / slingers who can assist in the management and execution of the lifting operation.
Manual Handling is a physical activity that takes place in every workplace, and in some cases the activity does not pose problem. However it can be a potential workplace hazard when an employee is required to handled very heavy loads, which could result in a back injury. Manual handling training is required under Regulation 13 of the 1993 (General Application Regulations) and 1993 Regulations. Our Manual Handling training programs are aimed at providing all persons at work with proper techniques when lifting, carrying, loading, pushing and supporting. OurTraining provide both public and private manual handling training courses. Our instructors are experts in safe handling and lifting practices.
We deliver operators courses on a regular basis. This training is required under legislation. This legislation was deemed necessary due to the serious injuries and fatalities resulting from the use of machines that were subjected to inappropriate use or incorrect mounting procedures. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (Section 2 covers competency and demands training for all such activities) and The Safety in Industry Act 1882 (Schedule No. 30 (Abrasive Wheels) places an obligation on all employers where Abrasive Wheels are in use, to ensure that only trained, competent and appointed personnel mount the appropriate wheels in the machines.
The Fire Safety Awareness course will raise consciousness concerning the threat posed by fire to the continuity of your business. It will support an essential part of your legal responsibilities by providing specific levels of fire safety training. It will also raise awareness concerning the behaviour of people in a fire, emergency fire evacuation procedures, the prevention of an outbreak of fire and the appropriate action to take in the event of a fire. The business focus will be tailored to suit your specific requirements and circumstances, ie: residential care, hotel, office, industrial, etc.
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require employers to ensure that a sufficient risk assessment is carried out so that all potential work at height risks are effectively identified, controlled and managed. Every employer must also ensure that employees are appropriately trained to ensure that they can carry out their work safely. This Working at Height training course helps you to comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 by providing employers and employees with the necessary information needed to be able to successfully deal with working at height risks and control measures. This includes an understanding of how to undertake a working at height risk assessment, how to use access equipment safely and how to ensure that employees can reduce their risk of falls from height.
Due to the dangers associated with lifting gear and height safety equipment it is essential that all equipment be maintained in excellent working condition. There is significant legislation governing this area of our business, designed to keep users and the general public safe from avoidable accidents. Chain and Rope Suppliers together with our sister company We have developed a robust testing and inspection procedure to ensure that anything we certify will meet and surpass all minimum requirements laid down in legislation.
Aim of the MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) Course: The aim of the course is to ensure that operators become competent in the safe use of MEWP’s by gaining the necessary skills and knowledge when operation an MEWP. To provide participants with the knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to operate the MEWP in a competent and safe manner. MEWP Course Content: Daily inspections of machine. Functions of controls Safe use of machine around site Certification and testing of machine & attachments Terrain and associated hazards Loading dumpers/trailers Transport of machine to and from site Practical Test Theory Test
John Loftus Crane Hire are proud to announce our recent success in obtaining the Safe-T-Cert. The Safety-T-Cert is the safety management accreditation system developed by the construction industry, for the construction industry in conjunction with the institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). We are 100% committed to continuing to invest in and advance our health and safety management to maintain our immaculate accident record.
Sallybrook, Glanmire, Co. Cork, Ireland.
Office: +353 (0) 21 4391238 (O)
Mobile: +353 (0) 86 251 5933 (M)
Fax: +353 (0) 21 4211056
Email: info@loftuscranehire.com
