To apply for a crane permit under the Permit to Work (P2W) system you will need to supply the following:

• The exact location of the crane/equipment, as an OS Grid reference (to at least 6 figures for each of eastings and northings) and marked on a map preferably also showing the OS Grid.
• The maximum operating height of the crane, jib, etc. in metres Above Mean Sea Level (AMSL). 
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Note: this is the AMSL plus the working height of the crane Above Ground Level (AGL).

• The maximum operating height of the crane, jib, etc. in metres AGL.
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Note: this is the maximum height required for the intended operation. It is NOT the maximum height the crane can operate up to.

• The type of crane/equipment (e.g., Tower Crane, Mobile Crane, etc.)
• The radius of the jib/boom etc. of a fixed crane
• The area of operation of a mobile crane
• The intended dates and times of operation
• Name and contact details of the applicant
• Method statements, risk assessments and lifting plans, for airport operations

From 1 March 2022, charges apply to all crane permit applications. They are as follows:

Standard crane/ tall equipment without technical assessment 

• Level 1 standard permit without technical assessment - £300 + VAT
• Extension request - £65
• Level 1 permit operating plan without technical assessment - £1000 (valid up to a maximum 12-month period)
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Crane / tall equipment with technical assessment

• Level 2 permit requiring further initial IFP assessment for a basic lifting operation - £1000 + VAT
• Level 3 permit requiring further initial IFP assessment for a more complicated lifting operation - £1000 daily rate (approx. two-day assessment)
• Level 4 permit requiring further IFP CRM assessment - £3000 = VAT
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For more complex assessments, prices will need to be discussed and agreed upon before work can take place.

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