Where should the rated load be marked on a crane with multiple hoisting units?

Where should the rated load be marked on a crane with multiple hoisting units?

• A. On the crane itself
• B. On the load
• C. On the control panel
• D. On the trolley

Answer: (A)

The rated load is the maximum safe weight the crane can lift, and it must be marked on the crane itself so it’s visible to the operator no matter which hoist or configuration is in use. This placement ensures the limit applies to the entire crane assembly, not to any single load or component. If the rating were placed on the load, or on the control panel or trolley, the information could be hidden or misapplied—especially with multiple hoists—risking overload. So, the rating needs to be clearly displayed on the crane structure itself, typically on a durable placard or plate.

The rated load is the maximum safe weight the crane can lift, and it must be marked on the crane itself so it’s visible to the operator no matter which hoist or configuration is in use. This placement ensures the limit applies to the entire crane assembly, not to any single load or component. If the rating were placed on the load, or on the control panel or trolley, the information could be hidden or misapplied—especially with multiple hoists—risking overload. So, the rating needs to be clearly displayed on the crane structure itself, typically on a durable placard or plate.