In a bid to improve safety at construction sites and minimize traffic disruptions, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has rolled out a new standard operating procedure (SOP) for the use of tower cranes.
Under the new guidelines, builders must obtain a competency certificate as per the Factories Act and secure safety certifications from relevant authorities. Third-party inspections to ensure structural stability are now mandatory. The SOP also restricts the movement of cranes on roads during peak traffic hours to avoid congestion.