CraneConnect Ltd – Contract Lift Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions apply to all **Contract Lifting Services** provided by CraneConnect Ltd (“CraneConnect”), a UK-registered limited company, unless agreed otherwise in writing.
1.Definitions
1.1 Appointed Person: A competent individual appointed by CraneConnect to plan, supervise, and ensure the safety of lifting operations.
1.2 Client: The person or organisation hiring CraneConnect to perform lifting services.
1.3 Contract Equipment: All cranes, vehicles, lifting accessories, and associated equipment supplied.
1.4 Contract Goods: The items to be lifted or transported.
1.5 Contract Price: The agreed price for the lifting services, whether fixed or as per a schedule of rates.
2.Application Of Terms
2.1 These Terms govern all Contract Lifting Services and take precedence over any other terms unless agreed in writing by a Director of CraneConnect.
2.2 A Contract Lift means CraneConnect provides the crane, equipment, Appointed Person, supervision, and execution of the lift in line with BS 7121 and current health & safety law.
3.Qouatiations & Acceptance
3.1 All quotations are valid for 30 days from the date of issue and are based on:
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Clear, level, and accessible ground.
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Daytime working hours.
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Adequate access and egress for equipment.
3.2 The contract becomes binding only upon written confirmation by the Client or once equipment arrives on site.
3.3 If site conditions differ, CraneConnect may withdraw, suspend, or revise the quotation.
4.Client Responsibilities
The Client must:
4.1 Be the legal owner of or have authority over the Contract Goods.
4.2 Provide accurate information about the goods, site, and lifting requirements.
4.3 Ensure safe and unobstructed access to the site, including:
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Adequate ground bearing capacity.
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Road closures, traffic management, and permits if required.
4.4 Notify CraneConnect of any underground/overhead services or hazards.
4.5 Keep the site free from unauthorised personnel during operations.
4.6 Bear all costs relating to access, site preparation, and local authority arrangements.
5.CraneConnect Responsibilities
5.1 Plan and execute the lift in accordance with:
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LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998, and BS 7121.
5.2 Supply qualified personnel, including the Appointed Person and lifting team.
5.3 Provide equipment in good working condition with relevant certification.
5.4 Suspend operations if unsafe conditions arise.
6.Subcontracting
6.1 CraneConnect may subcontract part or all of the work but remains responsible for compliance with these Terms.
7.Liability - Injury, Damage & Loss
7.1 CraneConnect accepts liability only where loss, damage, or injury is directly caused by its own negligence. Liability is strictly limited as follows:
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Injury or death (excluding employees):
Up to a maximum of £25,000 per event.
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Loss of or damage to Contract Goods:
Up to a maximum of £5,000 per incident.
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Other property damage or consequential loss:
Excluded entirely unless otherwise agreed in writing.
7.2 No liability for:
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Defective lifting points or goods supplied by the Client.
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Inaccurate information or instructions from the Client.
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Ground collapse or poor ground conditions.
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Delay, cancellation, or disruption due to weather or external causes.
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Indirect or consequential loss (e.g. profit, downtime, contract penalties).
8.Insurance
8.1 CraneConnect holds public liability and contract lift insurance covering the above limits.
8.2 The Client is responsible for arranging any additional insurance required to cover:
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The full value of the goods.
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Any business interruption or consequential losses.
CraneConnect Ltd – Contract Lift Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions apply to all **Contract Lifting Services** provided by CraneConnect Ltd (“CraneConnect”), a UK-registered limited company, unless agreed otherwise in writing.
9.Client Indemnity
9.1 The Client shall indemnify CraneConnect against:
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All third-party claims arising from Client-side errors, site conditions, or false declarations.
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Loss or damage to CraneConnect equipment caused by the Client or its representatives.
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Any regulatory or enforcement action resulting from the Client's failure to disclose site hazards.
10.Transportation & Carriage
10.1 CraneConnect is not a common carrier and accepts no liability for goods in transit unless explicitly stated.
10.2 Where third-party hauliers are used, liability is subject to their terms and conditions.
11.Payment Terms
11.1 Prices are exclusive of VAT and based on the agreed scope.
11.2 Invoices are payable within 28 days from the date of invoice.
11.3 CraneConnect may:
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Charge interest at 8% above Bank of England base rate on late payments.
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Retain goods or refuse service until all amounts are settled (lien).
11.4 No withholding, deduction, or set-off is permitted.
12.Force Majeure
12.1 CraneConnect shall not be liable for failure or delay due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:
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Weather,
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Traffic,
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Strikes,
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Equipment failure not caused by negligence.
13.Governing Law & Jurisdiction
13.1 This agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales.
13.2 Any disputes will be resolved through:
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Adjudication under the Construction Act 1996, or
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Courts of England and Wales (CraneConnect may nominate jurisdiction).
14.General
​14.1 Acceptance of the crane or personnel on-site constitutes acceptance of these Terms.
14.2 These Terms represent the entire agreement unless amended in writing.
*CraneConnect Ltd is a registered company in England and Wales. These Terms are based on the CPA 2021 Model Conditions for Contract Lifts, adapted to CraneConnect’s business and liability framework.*