Maturity Audit - Overhead Crane
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Compliance
Reliability
Security
Master's Degree
Priority Area 1 — Regulatory Compliance
Ref. RGPT Art. 281, Royal Decree of August 12, 1993, EN 13001, EN 15011, ISO 4301. Belgian legal requirements for lifting equipment: register, periodic inspections, CE marking, accredited bodies.
Question 1 of 5 · Compliance
Are your overhead cranes subject to periodic inspections by an accredited organization (Vinçotte, Bureau Veritas, Apave) in accordance with Article 281 of the RGPT?
Ref. RGPT Art. 281 · AR 12/08/1993
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Does not exist
No inspection performed — non-compliance confirmed
2
Partial
Some bridges are monitored, others are not — inconsistent monitoring
3
Basic
Audits were conducted, but without proactive management of deadlines
4
Mastered
Scheduled inspections and follow-ups; up-to-date records
5
Excellence
Comprehensive management: schedule, follow-ups, digital archiving, zero delays
Question 2 of 5 · Compliance
Do you have a formalized and up-to-date safety log for each overhead crane (maintenance, inspections, issues)?
Ref. RGPT Art. 281 · EN 13001-1
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Does not exist
No records — no document traceability
2
Partial
Incomplete paper record, updated sporadically
3
Basic
A registry is maintained, but the format is not standardized, and access is difficult
4
Mastered
A structured digital record, updated after each procedure
5
Excellence
Centralized digital registry, accessible in real time, with secure archiving for ≥ 10 years
Question 3 of 5 · Compliance
Are the technical documents for your bridges (manufacturer's manual, CE marking, load calculations, electrical diagrams) available and up to date?
Ref. Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC · EN 15011
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Does not exist
No documentation is available for most of the fleet
2
Partial
Incomplete or missing documentation for several bridges
3
Basic
Files are present but scattered and have not been updated after changes were made
4
Mastered
Complete files for each bridge, accessible and kept up to date
5
Excellence
Digital GED by bridge, systematic updates, direct link to maintenance schedules
Question 4 of 5 · Compliance
Are major modifications or repairs to your bridges subject to a compliance reassessment (new risk assessment, updated design load capacity)?
Ref. Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC · EN 13001-2
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Does not exist
No revaluation was performed after the change
2
Partial
One-time, non-routine reassessment
3
Basic
Process is in place but is applied only to major projects
4
Mastered
Any significant change triggers a documented reassessment
5
Excellence
A formalized process with clear trigger thresholds and validation by an accredited body
Question 5 of 5 · Compliance
Do your operators have documented and regularly renewed certification or formal training in operating overhead cranes?
Ref. AR 08/12/1993 · CNAC Recommendation · CACES R484 (FR, equivalent Belgian reference)
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Does not exist
No formal training or certification
2
Partial
Oral training provided internally, not documented
3
Basic
Initial training is documented, but there is no periodic refresher training
4
Mastered
Formal authorizations, up-to-date skills registry
5
Excellence
Periodic certifications, practical evaluations, and a training plan integrated into the HRIS
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Priority Area 2 — Operational Reliability
Ref. EN 13306, ISO 55001, NF EN 13460. Failure management, preventive/condition-based maintenance policy, spare parts management, MTBF/MTTR metrics, and failure analysis.
Question 1 of 5 · Reliability
Do you have a formalized preventive maintenance plan (procedures, frequencies, operating instructions) for each overhead crane?
Ref. EN 13306 · ISO 55001 · NF EN 13460
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Does not exist
Maintenance is strictly corrective—we only intervene when a failure occurs
2
Partial
A few recurring tasks performed without a formal plan
3
Basic
Existing but generic prevention plan, not tailored to each bridge
4
Mastered
Customized ranges by deck, with defined and adhered-to frequencies
5
Excellence
Ranges optimized using REX + FMEA, with frequencies adjusted based on actual usage and IoT data
Question 2 of 5 · Reliability
Do you measure and track reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR, availability rate) for your overhead crane fleet?
Ref. EN 13306 · ISO 22400 · NF EN 15341
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Does not exist
No metrics—outages are not tracked
2
Partial
Informal tracking of major outages only
3
Basic
MTTR was measured, but MTBF and availability were not calculated
4
Mastered
MTBF, MTTR, and availability are calculated and reported on a regular basis
5
Excellence
Real-time dashboard, cross-bridge comparisons, and targets set and reviewed quarterly
Question 3 of 5 · Reliability
In the event of a failure, do you conduct a root cause analysis (RCA, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) for recurring failures?
Ref. NF EN 13306 · IEC 60300-3-11 · ISO 14224
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Does not exist
We'll fix it and get back on the road—no analysis performed
2
Partial
Informal discussion following a serious outage, with no documentation
3
Basic
RCA analysis conducted on an ad hoc basis; results are rarely utilized
4
Mastered
Systematic root cause analysis of recurring failures; documented and tracked corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
5
Excellence
FMEA + Pareto analysis of failures, lessons learned incorporated into the maintenance plan, continuous improvement
Question 4 of 5 · Reliability
Do you have a formalized process for managing your critical spare parts (identification, inventory levels, supplier lead times)?
Ref. EN 13306 · ISO 55001 · NF EN 13460
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Does not exist
No inventory management—orders are placed only when a part breaks
2
Partial
An empirical portfolio managed by technical analysts, without a formal list
3
Basic
List of critical parts identified, but inventory levels not optimized
4
Mastered
Minimum/maximum inventory levels defined based on criticality and supplier lead times; owned by the customer
5
Excellence
Integrated CMMS management, automatic triggers, ABC/XYZ analysis, tracked consumption
Question 5 of 5 · Reliability
Do you use condition-based maintenance techniques (vibration analysis, thermography, wear inspection) on your overhead cranes?
Ref. NF EN 13306 · ISO 13373 · ISO 18436
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Does not exist
No conditional techniques—everything is based on time
2
Partial
A few visual inspections for wear and tear, without a structured method
3
Basic
Thermal imaging or vibration testing performed on an ad hoc basis upon request
4
Mastered
Scheduled Condition-Based Maintenance Program for Critical Bridges
5
Excellence
Embedded IoT + continuous monitoring (current, temperature, cycles) integrated with CMMS for maintenance decisions
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Priority Area 3 — Operator Safety
Ref. RGPT, Welfare Act of August 4, 1996, Royal Decree of January 25, 2001, EN ISO 13849. Accident prevention, risk analysis, lockout procedures, safety equipment, and safety culture.
Question 1 of 5 · Security
Do you have a formalized and implemented lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedure for all work performed on your overhead cranes?
Ref.: Welfare Act of August 4, 1996 · Royal Decree of January 25, 2001 · EN ISO 13849
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Does not exist
No LOTO procedures — work performed without lockout
2
Partial
Seizure carried out as a matter of routine without written procedure
3
Basic
A written procedure exists, but its implementation is neither systematic nor monitored
4
Mastered
Formalized LOTO procedure, dedicated equipment, and an application verified by supervisors
5
Excellence
LOTO integrated into the work permit, regular on-site audits, compliance rate measured
Question 2 of 5 · Security
Is a risk analysis specific to overhead cranes (assessment of mechanical and electrical risks, as well as load drops) documented and kept up to date?
Ref. Occupational Safety and Health Act of August 4, 1996 · Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC · EN ISO 12100
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Does not exist
No risk analysis has been conducted
2
Partial
Risks identified verbally but not documented
3
Basic
Risk analysis document exists but is not reviewed regularly
4
Mastered
Risk analysis by bridge, updated following an incident or change
5
Excellence
Safety FMEA analysis + residual risk rating, incorporated into the annual prevention plan
Question 3 of 5 · Security
Do operators complete a pre-shift checklist (condition of hooks, cables, limit switches, remote control, brakes)?
Ref. RGPT Art. 281 · EN 13001-1 · CNAC Recommendation B28
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Does not exist
No verification required before use
2
Partial
Quick visual inspection without a formal procedure
3
Basic
Existing paper checklist, but it is not filled out regularly
4
Mastered
Digital checklist completed upon each shift start, archived
5
Excellence
Digital checklist with automatic alerts in case of anomalies, integrated into the maintenance dashboard
Question 4 of 5 · Security
Are incidents and near-misses involving overhead cranes systematically recorded and analyzed?
Ref.: Welfare Act of August 4, 1996, Art. 34 · ISO 45001
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Does not exist
No records — incidents are not reported
2
Partial
Only accidents resulting in lost work time are reported
3
Basic
Recording of incidents but near-misses not reported
4
Mastered
Reported incidents and near misses, analyzed during safety meetings
5
Excellence
Near-miss reporting culture, systematic analysis, TF/TG indicators, and traceable action plans
Question 5 of 5 · Security
Are the safety devices on your cranes (load limiters, limit switches, anti-drop devices, overload sensors) inspected and tested periodically?
Ref. EN 13001-1 · EN 15011 · RGPT Art. 281
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Does not exist
No periodic safety tests—assumed to be operational
2
Partial
Testing is performed only during the visit by the accredited organization
3
Basic
Tests that are planned but not systematically documented
4
Mastered
Formalized test protocol; results recorded in the safety log
5
Excellence
Periodic tests with validated trigger thresholds, continuous IoT monitoring of critical parameters
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Priority Area 4 — Control & Transparency
References: ISO 55001, ISO 9001, EN 15628. Independence from subcontractors, ownership of data and parts, clear reporting, KPI-driven management, and capacity for innovation.
Question 1 of 5 · Master's Degree
Do you have a complete and up-to-date inventory of your overhead crane fleet (specifications, rated load capacity, age, condition, criticality)?
Ref. ISO 55001 · EN 13001-1 · NF EN 13460
1
Does not exist
No formal inventory—only a rough estimate of the fleet
2
Partial
Existing partial list, without complete technical data
3
Basic
A comprehensive but static inventory that is not updated regularly
4
Mastered
Digital inventory with a technical data sheet for each bridge, updated after each maintenance visit
5
Excellence
Comprehensive asset management: criticality mapping, aging assessment, multi-year investment plan
Question 2 of 5 · Master's Degree
Are the spare parts in stock for your overhead cranes clearly identified as the property of your company, regardless of the subcontractor?
ISO 55001 · Best Practices for Maintenance Contracts in Belgium
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Does not exist
Parts managed exclusively by the service provider; ownership unclear
2
Partial
Some items were purchased directly, but without a clear inventory
3
Basic
Client ownership recognized in the contract, but management delegated without oversight
4
Mastered
Inventory of customer parts, traceable movements, clearly documented ownership
5
Excellence
Real-time inventory valuation, 24/7 customer access, and the ability to switch service providers without losing assets
Question 3 of 5 · Master's Degree
Does your maintenance provider provide you with structured reports (KPIs, service reports, costs, availability) at an agreed-upon frequency?
Ref. ISO 9001 · EN 15628 · ISO 55001
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Does not exist
No reporting—information provided only upon request or in the event of an incident
2
Partial
An intervention report is submitted after each visit, but without aggregated KPIs
3
Basic
Annual review completed, but without interim progress reports or a dashboard
4
Mastered
Quarterly KPI Dashboard + Structured Summary, Available Online
5
Excellence
Real-time dashboard with 24/7 client access, automatic alerts, and formalized performance reviews with quantified ROI
Question 4 of 5 · Master's Degree
If you were to switch maintenance providers, would you be able to retrieve the complete service history and technical data for your bridges?
ISO 55001 · Best Contract Practices · EN 13460
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Does not exist
Data hosted exclusively by the service provider — cannot be retrieved
2
Partial
A few paper reports are available, but the digital history cannot be retrieved
3
Basic
Export is possible, but the process has not been formalized in a contract or tested
4
Mastered
Contractual clause regarding data return, standard format, specified timeframe
5
Excellence
Customer-owned data, cloud hosting available 24/7, full and immediate portability
Question 5 of 5 · Master's Degree
Does your service provider offer innovative solutions (IoT, AI, predictive maintenance, digitalization) and support you in your maintenance transformation?
Ref. Industry 4.0 · IEC 62443 · ISO 13374 (machine monitoring)
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Does not exist
A purely reactive approach; no innovations proposed
2
Partial
Discussions about innovation without concrete action or a roadmap
3
Basic
A few digital tools (digital reports) but no transformational vision
4
Mastered
Shared digital roadmap, ongoing or planned IoT pilot projects
5
Excellence
Partnership for Continuous Improvement: IoT Deployment, AI Applied to Data, Measured ROI, Co-Created Innovation
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