Under the terms of a Standard CPA Crane Hire Contract, the safe operation of the crane and the safety and welfare of its operator are the customer's responsibility. It is up to the customer to supply the appointed person who has the knowledge, experience and understanding of all aspects of the lifting operation and who will be responsible for all aspects of planning and execution of the lift.

Under the terms of a Standard CPA Crane Hire Contract, the safe operation of the crane and the safety and welfare of its operator are the crane owner's responsibility. It is up to the crane owner to supply the Appointed Person who will be responsible for all aspects of planning and execution of the lift.