An industrial site's OHS policy prohibits operating cranes within a 6-metre radius of any active pedestrian walkway without a dedicated signal person. A crane operator is tasked with moving materials in an area where a temporary pedestrian walkway is established. The closest point of the crane's operation will be 5 metres from the walkway. What is the required action?

Question: An industrial site's OHS policy prohibits operating cranes within a 6-metre radius of any active pedestrian walkway without a dedicated signal person. A crane operator is tasked with moving materials in an area where a temporary pedestrian walkway is established. The closest point of the crane's operation will be 5 metres from the walkway. What is the required action?

Answer options:

• Proceed with the lift as long as communication with pedestrians is maintained via horn. ✅ Obtain a dedicated signal person to manage pedestrian traffic and crane movement.
• Request the pedestrian walkway be relocated further away from the crane's operational zone.
• Perform the lift only when no pedestrians are present on the walkway.

Correct answer: Obtain a dedicated signal person to manage pedestrian traffic and crane movement.

Explanation: The OHS policy explicitly states that a dedicated signal person is required if the crane operates within 6 metres of an active pedestrian walkway. Since the operation will be at 5 metres, a signal person is mandatory to ensure safety despite the proximity. Relocating the walkway or waiting for no pedestrians might be options if a signal person isn't available, but the immediate and required action based on the policy is to obtain one.