GOST 33173.2-2014 PDF

Full title and description

GOST 33173.2-2014 — "Cranes. Cabins. Part 2. Jib (mobile/boom) cranes". The standard specifies safety- and ergonomics-related requirements for operator cabins and control stations of self-propelled jib/boom mobile cranes to ensure safe operation and adequate working conditions for crane operators.

Abstract

This standard defines terms, normative references and detailed technical requirements for cabin design, seating, controls, operator information, climate control, lighting, noise and vibration for jib mobile cranes. It is aligned with ISO 8566 (cabin requirements for cranes) and was introduced to standardize cabin safety, ergonomics and information elements for this class of cranes.

General information

• Status: Replaced / withdrawn (superseded by GOST 33173.2-2023).
• Publication date: Approved December 5, 2014; entered into force / came into effect January 1, 2016 (designation year 2014).
• Publisher: Interstate (Eurasian) technical standard (Межгосударственный стандарт), issued under the authority of the Intergovernmental Council on Standardization, Metrology and Certification / national standards bodies.
• ICS / categories: Cranes and lifting equipment — OKS/ICS code around 53.020.20 (cranes).
• Edition / version: Edition designated 2014 (GOST 33173.2-2014); later replaced by GOST 33173.2-2023 (published 2024/01/01).
• Number of pages: 8–9 pages (short technical document).

Scope

Applies to operator cabins and control stations of self-propelled jib (boom) mobile cranes. The standard sets mandatory and recommended requirements for the cabin layout and equipment needed to ensure safe crane operation and adequate working conditions for the operator. It does not apply to separate cabins intended solely for road driving of the crane.

Key topics and requirements

• Definitions and normative references (alignment with ISO 8566 series / related international guidance).
• General safety and ergonomic requirements for cabin design and structural features.
• Operator seating requirements (adjustability, restraints, visibility).
• Control layout, marking and accessibility of operating elements.
• Information displays and controls: required indicators, warnings and labeling inside the cabin.
• Environmental and human-factors requirements: cabin climate (heating/ventilation), lighting, noise and vibration limits or recommendations.
• Documentation references, conformity notes and bibliographic references.

Typical use and users

Used by crane manufacturers and designers, ergonomics and safety engineers, conformity assessment and certification bodies, inspection and maintenance organizations, occupational safety specialists, and fleet owners/operators specifying cabin equipment and operator environment for jib/mobile cranes. It supports design reviews, type approvals and procurement specifications.

Related standards

Part of a multi-part GOST series on crane cabins: GOST 33173.1-2014 (General provisions), GOST 33173.3-2014 (tower cranes) and GOST 33173.4-2014 (erecting cranes / jib cranes). It corresponds to or references ISO 8566 (cabins for cranes) and other crane safety standards. The 2014 edition has been superseded by GOST 33173.2-2023 (updated consolidated requirements).

Keywords

cranes; cabins; jib mobile cranes; operator cabin; controls; ergonomics; safety; ISO 8566; cabin climate; lighting; noise; vibration.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: GOST 33173.2-2014 is the part of the GOST series that specifies requirements for cabins (operator cabs and control stations) of self-propelled jib/boom mobile cranes.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers definitions, general cabin safety and ergonomic requirements, cabin construction and layout, seating, control arrangement, operator information and displays, climate control, lighting, noise and vibration considerations, and normative references for jib mobile cranes.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Crane manufacturers and designers, safety and ergonomics engineers, conformity/certification bodies, maintenance and inspection personnel, and crane operators or fleet owners specifying cabin features.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: Superseded — GOST 33173.2-2014 has been replaced by a newer edition, GOST 33173.2-2023 (published/entered into force in early 2024). Users should refer to the 2023 edition for the latest requirements.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is Part 2 of the GOST 33173 series on crane cabins (Part 1: general provisions; Part 3: tower cranes; Part 4: erecting/jib cranes). The series aligns with ISO cabin standards and related crane safety documents.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Cranes; cabins; jib/mobile cranes; operator controls; ergonomics; safety; ISO 8566; cabin climate; lighting; noise and vibration.