In the context of remote control usage, when should you replace the battery?

• A. Beginning of the shift
• B. Beginning of the week
• C. Beginning of the month
• D. Beginning of the day

Answer: (A)

In crane operations, the remote control is your main link to the crane, so its reliability is a safety-critical habit. A battery failure mid-lift can interrupt operations, cause a load to become uncontrolled, or force an unsafe handover. Replacing the remote’s battery at the beginning of the shift ensures you start with a fresh power source, reducing the risk of sudden power loss during critical tasks and aligning with standard pre-shift safety checks. It also establishes a consistent routine for equipment readiness, rather than waiting for a later time in the week or month when power might run low. So the best practice is to replace the battery at the beginning of the shift.