Crane Operators
Insurance
Running crane operations involves a number of responsibilities, from maintaining equipment and managing site safety to meeting regulatory and contractual obligations. Whether you’re operating in a commercial or residential setting, having appropriate crane insurance in place can help manage risk and support business continuity.
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What is Crane Operators Insurance?
Crane operators insurance is a type of commercial cover that relates to the risks involved in operating cranes and associated lifting equipment. It is commonly considered by businesses working in construction, infrastructure or heavy industry, where crane use may involve specific site hazards, equipment incidents or third-party liability exposures.
Depending on the insurer and level of cover selected, a policy may include features such as public liability, damage to plant and equipment or transit-related risks. At Insuregroup, we aim to assist businesses by helping them explore available insurance options and find cover appropriate to their operations.
Do you Need Crane Operators Insurance?
Crane operators insurance may be relevant if you own or operate cranes regularly as part of your everyday business operations. This can include contractors, subcontractors or companies using mobile, tower or vehicle-mounted cranes on various job sites across Australia.
Standard commercial vehicle or plant insurance may not extend to the specific risks associated with crane operations, such as site-related incidents, lifting activities or mechanical failure. Exploring insurance options aligned with your equipment and scope of work may assist in managing these risks and ensure that potential coverage needs have been properly considered.
Why Insuregroup?
Monthly instalments may be available for crane operators insurance, offering a practical way to manage cash flow while keeping your cover in place.
EXPERT ADVICE
With over a decade of experience in commercial insurance, we support crane operators across Australia by helping them navigate insurance options suited to their work.
QUICK QUOTES
Working to a tight schedule? We assist with obtaining prompt quotes to help you explore crane operators insurance with minimal delays.
RANGE OF OPTIONS
Through our network of trusted insurers, we help you explore a wide range of crane insurance options that align with your equipment, job sites and day-to-day operations.
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Types of Crane Operators That Can Be Insured
At Insuregroup, we assist businesses in reviewing insurance options for a variety of crane types used across construction, infrastructure and industrial projects.
Common crane types that may be considered for insurance include:
Mobile cranes
Commonly used on construction and infrastructure sites.
Tower cranes
Typically installed on larger commercial or high-rise projects.
Vehicle-loading cranes
Used for loading and unloading goods from trucks.
Crawler cranes
Suited for heavy-duty lifting on soft or uneven ground.
Overhead cranes
Used in warehouses and industrial settings.
Crane fleets
Operated by companies managing multiple machines across various locations.
Whether you’re operating a single crane or managing a fleet, Insuregroup can assist to identify and compare a range of insurance options that suit your site conditions and machinery use.
As a member of the Steadfast Insurance Group, we have access to a broad network of insurers across Australia. This allows us to support businesses in exploring insurance solutions that reflect their industry activities and associated risks.
What does Crane Operators Insurance cover?
Crane operators insurance is generally arranged to help manage risks associated with using cranes, whether mobile, tower or vehicle-mounted. However, the specific cover offered with a policy will vary depending on the insurer, how the crane is used and the level of cover selected.
Policies may include:
Accidental damage to crane equipment
Fire, theft or vandalism
Public liability for third-party injury or property damage
Transit or on-site cover for machinery
Breakdown or recovery following an insured event
Optional extras such as windscreen repair or hire equipment cover
Coverage terms, exclusions and optional features will also differ across providers. Specialising in machinery and equipment insurance, we can assist with reviewing available insurance options and whether suitable coverage is provided for your needs.
What does Crane Operators Insurance not cover?
While crane operators insurance may assist with managing certain operational risks, it’s important to be aware of what is not generally covered. Exclusions vary between insurers and understanding these details can help to reduce unexpected outcomes.
Common exclusions may include:
Damage resulting from wear and tear or gradual deterioration
Mechanical or electrical failure not linked to an insured event
Incidents involving unlicensed or unauthorised use
Use outside the declared business activities
Claims arising from unlawful acts
Undisclosed alterations or modifications to equipment
It’s recommended to review the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) to understand the terms, exclusions and limitations of any policy. Insuregroup can assist with exploring your options and deciphering PDS details as part of the comparison process.
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Our approach to sourcing suitable insurance solutions for crane owners and operators.
At Insuregroup we take an interest in the precise nature of your business; unlike many insurers we demand insurance solutions that are specifically tailored to our customers. To achieve this, we seek to engage with you and discuss your needs so as to ascertain the types of cover your ideal insurance policy is likely to need.
1. Complete our crane operators’ questionnaire
Our crane operators’ questionnaire is a very detailed series of questions that are designed to help our team assess the nature of your business and the insurance needs that are likely to arise throughout your operation. You can fill out this questionnaire through our website and doing so provides our insurance specialists with a clear and detailed point of reference. With this information available, we can begin searching through the hundreds of insurance products that our database has to offer, so as to find the perfect cover for you.
2. Our insurance specialists will formalise quotations for you
Our dedicated team will review the information that you presented to us through the online questionnaire and identify the key features of your business that will require specific attention. We will use this to locate the perfect insurance solution and the quotations for this will then be formalised by our experienced insurance specialists.
3. We will collate the questions
Once all of the quotations for any prospective insurance solutions have been formalised, our team will collate them into an accessible and easily understandable format. We do this because we are of the belief that our advice should be as straightforward and clear as possible; we acknowledge that technical language and jargon can make the insurance process far more difficult than it ought to be and because of this, we maintain an open and honest approach.
4. Our specialists will present you with the quote
The quote that has been collated for you will be processed by our team and sent to you via email, for your convenience. We demand the upmost in punctual service for all of our prospective customers and because of this, our team will work tirelessly to have your quote presented to you in a timely and prompt manner; we understand that you are likely to be busy and the last thing you want is to receive slow or ineffective service.
5. You can consider the terms of the policy and accept via email
Once you have received the email containing the quote, you can review the terms of the policy and if they appeal to you, we encourage you to accept the quote by sending us an emailed response. We understand that a new insurance policy can be quite a significant decision and because of this, we strive to remain accessible to you – our team is on standby and you are welcome to call us with any queries you may have about your quote. We have a wealth of experienced, qualified specialists who are only too happy to address any points of concern or confusion; we believe that you ought to have access to all the information necessary to make an informed decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of insurance cover are needed for crane operators?
Insurance for crane operators can include public liability, plant and equipment cover, and protection for on-site or in-transit incidents. The type or level of cover needed will depend on the type of crane, usage and business risks. Reviewing crane operators insurance options with our skilled brokers may help address specific coverage requirements relevant to your business.
What is hook liability insurance?
Hook liability insurance is commonly offered as part of crane operators insurance policies. It provides cover for third-party property damage caused by items being lifted. This may be relevant for crane operators responsible for moving equipment or goods on-site. Coverage varies, so it’s important to review insurer terms carefully.
How much does crane operator's insurance cost?
The cost of crane operators insurance in Australia depends on factors such as crane type, usage, location, safety history and selected cover. Premiums vary between providers. To estimate the cost for your situation, it’s recommended to request a personalised quote based on your business details.
How can I get a quote for crane operators insurance?
To request a quote, you can complete our online form or get in touch with our team directly. We’ll gather key details about your equipment and operations, then help you review insurance options available through our network of insurers.
How long does the process take?
We believe in providing our customers with excellent customer service and to guarantee you the most targeted service we strive to respond to your needs with upmost urgency. Our team can generally turn around a quote and bind a policy within 24 hours.
Can you produce certificates of insurance immediately?
Yes, we can provide electronic certificates of insurance for you in a prompt and timely manner. We do require payment prior to issuing the certificates, however.
Does Insuregroup shop around extensively?
Insuregroup has access to over 100 insurance markets available to us both nationally and internationally. We regularly scour the markets on our system to ensure that we are quoting the most cost effective and cover competitive crane insurance that the market has to offer. We understand that your needs are unique and we will deliver an insurance product that is tailored to suit you.
What if I need to know more about insurance covers?
Choosing an insurance policy is a significant investment – it is important that we deal with customers in an open and transparent way. If you feel you would like to learn more, we welcome you to give us a call on 1300 760 552 so our friendly team can answer any queries you may have.