| Configuration | Typical Capacity | Person Count | Primary Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-Profile Round | 500 – 1,000 lb | 1 - 4 | Column work, tank interiors, vertical access |
| High-Profile Square | 1,000 – 2,000 lb | 2 - 8 | General construction, refinery turnarounds |
| Large Rectangular | 1,500 – 2,500 lb | 4 - 12 | Offshore platforms, large industrial maintenance |
| Low-Profile Square | 500 – 1,000 lb | 1 - 4 | Clearance-restricted areas, under-bridge work |
Technical Specifications (Holloway Houston Fleet Samples) :
- Crane Basket, High Profile (2-Person): Dimensions 3' x 3' x 7', WLL 750 lb.
- Crane Basket, High Profile (3-Person): Dimensions 4' x 4' x 7', WLL 1,000 lb.
- Crane Basket, Low Profile (3-Person): Dimensions 4' x 4' x 4', WLL 1,000 lb.
About Personnel Basket Rentals
In high-stakes industrial environments like oil and gas refineries, marine shipyards, and commercial construction sites, safe access to elevated work areas is a primary operational requirement. Personnel baskets, commonly referred to as man baskets, provide a stabilized platform for workers when suspended from a crane or specialized lifting equipment.
Choosing to rent from Holloway Houston Inc. (HHI) provides your team with a safety-first solution without the capital expense of ownership. Headquartered at 5833 Armour Dr, Houston, TX 77020, we maintain the largest single-location rigging inventory in the United States. Every basket in our rental fleet is meticulously maintained and verified between rental cycles. Because we understand the regulatory pressures of the Gulf Coast energy corridor, we verify that every unit meets the stringent requirements of OSHA 1926.1431 and ASME B30.23.
OSHA-Compliant Personnel Baskets — Ready to Deploy
Safety is the cornerstone of every personnel hoisting operation. Unlike standard material handling skips, personnel platforms are governed by rigorous federal and industry standards.
Adherence to ASME B30.23 Standards
All Holloway rental baskets align with ASME B30.23 (Personnel Lifting Systems) and ASME BTH-1 Design Category B requirements. This ensures the basket features necessary safety elements, including a minimum 42-inch top guardrail, a mid-rail, inward-opening self-locking gates, and dedicated anchor points for personal fall arrest systems.
What OSHA 1926.1431 Requires
OSHA 1926.1431 is the current standard governing personnel hoisting with cranes. It establishes that platforms must be designed by a qualified engineer and be capable of supporting their own weight plus five times the maximum intended load. Crucially, it requires a proof test to 125% of the platform's rated capacity before any workers enter the basket. At Holloway Houston, we perform this testing as part of our pre-rental protocol, providing the documentation your safety director requires.
How to Rent a Personnel Basket from Holloway Houston — 4 Steps
Consultation : Call (713) 675-3900 to discuss your crew size, load requirements, and site location.
Selection : We recommend the appropriate profile (High vs. Low) and configuration (Round vs. Rectangular).
Preparation : Our shop performs the mandated 125% proof test and compiles the certification paperwork.
Mobilization : We coordinate delivery to your site or offshore staging yard, or you can opt for pickup at our Houston facility.
Industries We Serve
We provide specialized rigging equipment rentals for Houston’s most critical sectors
Construction (Commercial & Civil)
Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore)
Petrochemical & Refining
Power Generation (Traditional & Renewable Energy)
Manufacturing & Industrial Plants
Marine & Shipbuilding
Entertainment & Staging
Mining
Infrastructure & Bridge Projects
Military & Defense
What Every Rental Includes
When you rent a man basket from Holloway, you receive a complete safety package
Pre-Rental Inspection
Verified by our certified rigging technicians.
Proof Testing
Every basket is tested to 125% of its rated capacity with a 5-minute hold.
Certification Data Book
Includes proof-load certificates, inspection reports, and a manufacturer rating plate.
Rigging Hardware
Our rentals include the required suspension bridles (4-leg wire rope or chain) and connection Shackles matched to the basket's rating.
Safety Features
Inward-opening auto-locking gates, non-slip diamond plate flooring, and interior grab rails.
Standards Compliance
Each man basket is designed and maintained to meet applicable safety standards for personnel liftings.
SAFETY NOTES
The information provided on this page is for general awareness and does not constitute lift planning advice. Personnel hoisting is a high-risk activity that requires a qualified crane operator and a competent rigger per OSHA guidelines. Always consult your organization’s safety program before execution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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OSHA 1926.1431 governs personnel hoisting with cranes and establishes requirements for basket design, proof testing, rigging hardware safety factors, and operational procedures. All personnel baskets in Holloway Houston's rental fleet are maintained in compliance with these requirements and meet or exceed ASME B30.23 standards for Personnel Lifting Systems.
Per OSHA 1926.1431(j)(1), personnel platforms must be proof-tested to 125% of the basket's rated capacity before use. The loaded platform must be held suspended for 5 minutes per 1926.1431(j)(2). Holloway Houston performs proof testing on every rental basket and provides documentation with each delivery.
Personnel basket capacity depends on the configuration. Holloway Houston rents baskets ranging from 1-person round baskets (500 lb capacity) up to large rectangular baskets rated for 12 persons (2,500 lb capacity). The appropriate basket size depends on your crew count, tool weight, and the crane's rated capacity for personnel hoisting at the required radius.
Every Holloway Houston personnel basket rental includes: pre-rental inspection, proof-test certification documentation, suspension bridle and connection hardware matched to the basket's rated capacity, and delivery/pickup within the Greater Houston area. All baskets include guardrails, non-slip flooring, self-closing gate, and harness anchor points as standard safety features.
Personnel basket and man basket refer to the same type of equipment -- a crane-suspended platform designed to safely hoist workers to elevated positions. "Personnel basket" is the industry and regulatory term used in OSHA 1926.1431 and ASME B30.23. "Man basket" is the common field term. Holloway Houston stocks both round and rectangular configurations under either name.
Yes. Holloway Houston delivers personnel basket rentals throughout the Greater Houston metro area and extends service to Beaumont, Corpus Christi, and Gulf Coast industrial facilities across Texas. Contact our rental team at (713) 675-3900 for delivery scheduling and availability to your specific job site.
OSHA 1926.1431 and ASME B30.23 require personnel baskets to include: a guardrail system (top rail at approximately 42 inches, mid rail at approximately 21 inches), a self-closing gate with a positive latch, non-slip flooring, anchor points for personal fall arrest systems, grab rails, and a manufacturer's rated capacity plate. All Holloway Houston rental baskets include these features as standard.
Forklift-mounted work platforms and crane-suspended personnel baskets are governed by different OSHA standards. Crane-suspended personnel baskets fall under OSHA 1926.1431. Forklift-mounted platforms are addressed under OSHA 1910.178. The design, testing, and operational requirements differ. Contact Holloway Houston to discuss which basket configuration is appropriate for your specific lifting equipment.