Section R. 408.11934 - Moving loadRule 1934.
(1) In moving a load, an operator shall avoid sudden acceleration and deceleration of a movement of the boom which would cause a swinging action by the load.(2) An operator shall not move a load or hook if an employee is on it.(3) A load shall be secured and balanced before it is lifted more than 6 inches.(4) An operator shall test the hoisting brakes before moving a near rated load by raising the load a few inches and applying the hoisting brakes. This requirement applies to both single or multiple line reeving.(5) A load or boom shall not be lowered below a point where less than 2 full wraps of rope remain on the drum.(6) A load shall not be moved in a manner to contact obstructions.(7) The rotational speed of a crane shall be such that the center of the load does not swing out beyond the radius of the point sheave in use. A tag line shall be used when rotation of the load would be hazardous.Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.11934