Free Vehicle-Loading Crane Inspection Log — AS 2550.11
Truck-mounted articulated cranes (HIABs and similar vehicle-loading cranes) have specific inspection requirements under AS 2550.11. This template covers pre-use checks by the operator and periodic inspections by a competent person — aligned with the Australian/NZ standard and NATA-accredited inspection practice.
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What's in the log
Two inspection levels in one workbook — pre-use by operator, periodic by competent person. Specific to vehicle-loading cranes.
- Pre-use check sheet: 12 inspection items per shift
- Operator details, crane/vehicle ID, date columns
- Periodic inspection sheet (routine / 12-monthly): 12 detailed items
- Inspector / NATA accreditation number field on periodic
- Standards reference sheet (AS 2550.11, AS 2550.1, AS 1418, AS 4991, NATA, HRWL)
- Hook integration with AS 4991 / ASME B30.10
- Pre-use items cover boom, outriggers, hydraulics, hook, ropes, slewing, controls, limits, load chart, vehicle integration, tyres, operator licence
Who uses this log
Operators, fleet managers, and inspection bodies working with truck-mounted cranes in Australia.
VLC operators
Daily pre-use checks before each shift.
Transport / logistics fleets
Construction-supply, building-materials, agricultural fleets running HIABs.
Fleet managers
Coordinating periodic inspections across mixed VLC fleets.
NATA-accredited inspection bodies
ISO/IEC 17020 inspection providers performing routine and annual inspections.
Standards this log is informed by
Vehicle-loading cranes are a specific category under AS 2550 with their own requirements. AS 2550.11 is the part of the standard that covers them.
AS 2550.11 — what it covers
AS 2550.11:2016 (incorporating Amendment 1:2018) specifies the safe use of vehicle-loading cranes — articulated cranes mounted on trucks (commonly known as HIABs after one major manufacturer). It covers pre-use checks by the operator before each shift, routine inspections per the standard and the manufacturer's schedule, and annual third-party inspections. AS 2550.1 (general safe use) applies in addition.
- Pre-use check before each shift
- Routine inspection per AS 2550.11:2016 and the manufacturer's schedule
- Annual third-party inspection by competent person
- Major inspection at design-life thresholds (per AS 2550.1)
- Operator manual, load charts, marking
Operator licensing — HRWL
Vehicle-loading crane operators in Australia commonly require a high-risk work licence (HRWL) with the appropriate class. The class depends on capacity and configuration — verify with your state/territory regulator (e.g., SafeWork NSW, WorkSafe Vic). The pre-use check includes a 'HRWL ticket current' line.
- HRWL class varies by capacity and configuration
- Verify with state/territory regulator
- Operator's licence current
- Familiarisation training for the specific machine
Hooks and attachments
VLC hooks and lifting attachments need their own inspection — under AS 4991 (lifting devices) and ASME B30.10 (hooks, US cross-reference). The pre-use check includes a hook inspection line; for detailed hook records use the Hook Inspection sheet (ASME B30.10) or a per-attachment AS 4991 certification.
- Hook inspection per AS 4991 / ASME B30.10
- Lifting attachments — AS 4991 certification
- Wire ropes / chains — own inspection regime
Frequently asked questions
A crane mounted on a truck — typically articulated, with a knuckle boom or telescopic boom — used to load and unload the truck itself or transfer loads on site. 'HIAB' is a common nickname (after the manufacturer Hiab AB), but the category includes other manufacturers. AS 2550.11 covers the entire category.
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