It’s not always about rigging the job in your favor. Sometimes—rigging jobs fail. ⚠️ Misuse, overloading, worn or damaged equipment, and poor load management can cause a rigging setup to collapse in an instant. ✅ Routine inspections ✅ Proper planning for every lift ✅ Training & adherence to manufacturer guidelines These aren’t just checkboxes — they are lifesaving practices. A rigging failure can lead to major property damage, serious injuries, or even loss of life. At WDC, we train workers to r

Crane Collapse Smashes Truck at Job Site Seattle, Washington — October 14, 2025 A massive tower crane collapsed at a busy construction site on Tuesday morning, sending a heavy load crashing down onto a cement mixer parked below. The dramatic scene unfolded as workers were in the middle of a concrete pour for a new high-rise residential building, causing immediate panic among the crews on the ground. Footage shows the crane hoisting a large panel before the arm suddenly buckles, dropping the load

Two cranes in the Netherlands have collapsed while moving part of a bridge, injuring at least 20 people and destroying 20 houses | Sky News