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Overview of the
Code of Practice for
Safe Lifting Operations in the Workplace
Crane Symposium05 August 2011
Yeo Kim Hock
Chairman Working Group
CP for Safe Lifting Operations in the Workplace
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Preamble
• A good Code of Practice should be by the industry, and for the industry
• A Code, is for Use, based on consensus and availability of Technology
& Knowledge.
• Outcomes, it delivers 3 things:
- improvement in Workplace Safety and Health
- increase Productivity, and
- complying with Regulations
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Working Group Composition
• Participation by all stakeholders,
including manufacturers, suppliers,
owners and users.
• Members identified by WSH Counciloffice together with MOM (Spec)
and Chairman of National Crane
Safety Taskforce, Mr Tan Wee Seng
• Collectively the WG has more that
150 years of experience on lifting
work
• The WG held its 1st meeting on the 17
June 2010.
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Working Group Composition
Acknowledgement
Mr Yeo Kim Hock (Chairman) - Gammon Construction Limited, Singapore Branch
Mr Jason Heng - Tiong Woon Crane & Transport Pte Ltd
Mr Ong Yong Seng - Shimizu Corporation
Mr Michael George Hoyle (Mick) - Consultant to Exxon Mobil Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
Mr Ah Singh Gill - Hiap Tong Crane & Transport Pte Ltd
Mr Jacques (Jack) Hansoul - Arcomet Asia Pte Ltd
Mr Liew Chern Yean - Wong Fong Engineering Works (1988) Pte Ltd
Mr K.C.Foong - MHE-Demag (S) Pte Ltd
Mr Ishak Ahmad Rosdi - Jacobs Engineering Singapore Pte Ltd
Er. Theresa Liew (MOM)
Mr Chia Chee Yong (MOM)Mr Davian Chiew (MOM)
Mr Ng Jui Yong (MOM)
Mr Silas Sng (WSHC)
Mr Han Kin Sew (WSHC)
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Targeted Timeline
Apr - May 2010•Identify WG Chairman
•Identify WG experts (8 to 10)
•Propose SCOPE with Chairman
•Prepare TOR of WG
•Setting up Project Office etc
5 Aug 2010• Available to industry in
soft / hard copies with
other publications in
Safe Lifting Operations
KIT”
13 July 2011•Submit to Publication for print-edit
•Publication etc
Apr/10 May/10 Jun/10 June/11 July /11 July/Aug /11AUG2011
July 2011•Organise consultation session
•WG meetings to resolve
comments, make amendments
etc
17 June 2011•Release for public consultation
•Concurrently seek NCS TF approval
June 2010•1st WG meeting on 17 June to confirm
TOR, Scope & table of contents for CP
contents development
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Terms of Reference
To develop a Code of Practice (CP) for Safe Lifting Operations that sets out a
structured approach to ensure that lifting operations are systematically planned and
carried out safely. Examples of key documents such as lift plans and checklists shall
be included in the Code.
Note: The CP will replace the current TA for Safe Operation of Lifting Equipment
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Scope :
• Addressing the planning and implementation of
safe lifting operations at all workplaces where
lifting is required.
• Identification of operational factors that may affect
safe lifting operations
• Development of a Lifting Plan to better manage safe
lifting operations
• Development of complementary and supplementary
collaterals on safe lifting operations
Systematic Guidance Approach
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The Product - CP
Other col laterals sup plement ing /
com plement ing the CP include:
a. Guidebook for Lif t ing Supervisors
b. Crane Operator's Handb ook
c. Riggers and Signalman's Handbo ok
d. Poster and DVD
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Contents of the CP
Preface
1. Section 1: Introduction
2. Section 2: Factors affecting safe lifting operations
3. Section 3: Lifting Plan
4. Section 4: Equipment
5. Section 5: Personnel roles and responsibilities
6. Section 6: Emergency and contingency planning
7. Appendix 1 – Sample lifting plan / permit-to-work
8. Appendix 2 – Sample checklist for mobile / crawler
crane9. Appendix 3 – Sample checklist for tower crane
10. Appendix 4 – Sample checklist for electric overhead
traveling crane
11. Appendix 5 – Sample checklist for lorry crane
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Application
Applicable:
- to all work activities involving lifting equipment suchas: mobile, crawler, tower, overhead travelling cranes,
portal cranes, jib cranes and lorry crane/loader etc,excluding specialised lifting operations on floating docksand barges
Provides guidance on:
Identification of operational factors that may affectsafe lifting operations.
Development of a Lifting Plan to better manage safelifting operations.
Normative References:- Lists of legislative and SS/ CP references
- Publications in the Safe Lifting Operations Kit
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Purpose
Purpose
developed to provide guidance on how to conduct lifting operations safely.highlights factors that need to be considered during the planning and execution
introduces the Lifting Plan as a systematic approach towards planning a lift.
outlines the roles and responsibilities of those involved in a lifting operation.
aimed at practitioners who are involved in lifting operations
supervisors of those personnel in the lifting team.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Purpose
Purpose
It is intended
• to provide examples of best practices,• not meant to be prescriptive or imply that there is only one way of doing things,
nor is it intended to replace or take precedence over recommendations, policies
and procedures judged as safe as or safer than those given herein.
• use the CP as the preferred standard and
• continue to find ways to exceed and improve upon the practices detailed within.
Note: This CP will replace the Technical Advisory for Safe Operation of Lifting
Equipment published by WSH Council in May 2009
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Purpose
Purpose
- Prepare based on the collective experience from past accidents as well as good
practices in safe lifting operation.
- Provides practical guidance for the practitioner in the planning and execution of
a lifting operation.
- Not intended to provide the technical details on any specific lifting equipment &
recommended that the manufacturer or supplier be consulted when more technical
details are required.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Purpose
Purpose
Regulatory Requirements
- Develop to help stakeholders fulfill their statutory obligations under the Act in order to
achieve a higher objective of ensuring safe lifting operation.
- Complements the existing Singapore Standards and Code of Practices that had been
developed on safe use of lifting equipment.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Scope
• Addressing the planning and implementation of safe lifting
operations at all workplaces where lifting is required.
• Identification of operational factors that may affect safe lifting
operations
• Development of a Lifting Plan to better manage safe liftingoperations
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 The 5 M Model
• General:
There are many factors that can affect a lifting operation. They are classified into:
Machine
Material
Medium
Man
Method
Where more details are needed, users are advised to refer to the operating or
maintenance manuals or to the supplier or manufacturer of the equipment.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Routine Vs Non Routine Lift
• General:
• Routine Vs Non Routine Lift
Define routine and non routine lift
A misnomer perception of the categories of lift
All categories of lift should warrant the same level of safety considerations
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 The 5 M- Machine
• Machine:
Sizing of the lifting equipment: Adequate lifting capacity and sufficient reach.
Maintenance of the lifting equipment: Ensure structural stability
Wire ropes:- Choose correct type and be properly maintained (lubricated) to
prevent the ropes from snapping during operation.
Brak ing m echanism:- Failure of the brakes would result in an unintended free fall of
the suspended load.
Safety devices :- Ensure safety devices are functioning properly and should never
be by-passed in normal operation.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 The 5 M- Material/ Load
• Material:
Weight – most important parameter -must be ascertainto prevent overloading.
It is safer to err on the side of caution andestimate a heavier weight than toassume a lighter one.
Centre of Gravity (CG) – critical to maintain the CGof the load directlybeneath the load-line i.e. hook.When in doubt, it is advisableto consult an engineer.
Method o f r igging – are well established in the industry.
objective to ensure the load is
stable, secure and balance
throughout the lifting operation.
CG
Wt ? Wt ?
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 The 5 M- Medium
• Medium: acronym ‘GOLDEN’
Ground –the setup of the lifting equipment at a specific location.ensure that the ground is level and has sufficient bearing capacity.
Obstacles –temporary installations -nearby building, MRT tracks, overhead power lines, bridges or
underground utilities / pipelines.
L ight ing cond i t ion – the adequacy of the lighting condition- particularly during night operation
Demarcat ion – the zone of operation -demarcated to prevent persons from entering into zone
unintentionally.
Environment - weather conditions (heavy rain, haze or glaze , wind speed, thunderstorms,
lightning) which impact the visibility of the lifting crew.
advisable to stop all lifting operations when the weather condition deteriorates.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 The 5 M- Man
• Man:
It is paramount that personnel involvedis adequately trained and competentto carry out his duties properly.
Fit for du ty –competency ability to read load charts –the fitness of the personnel, –existing medical conditions or –length of working hours –adversely affect his ability
to discharge his duties must be considered.
Roles and Respo nsib i l i ty – All Personnel – Empowerment to stop work
if the operation is or hasbecome unsafe.
Communicat ions – communication devices such as radio walkie-talkie or – application of standard hand signals and
– ensuring common understandingbetween members of the lifting crew.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 The 5 M- Method
• Method:
Some important factors along the life-cycle of a lifting operation are:
Knowing the weight of the load and the load radius
Securing the load using appropriate lifting gears
such as slings, nets or receptacle
Conducting a test lift to ensure stability and no overloading
Maintaining the centre of gravity (CG) of the loaddirectly beneath the load-line i.e. the hook
Stability of the suspended load during movement / slewing
of the crane
Lowering / releasing of the suspended load
CG
3
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Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 The 5 M- Method
• Method:
It is critical to note that;
No lifting equipment or lifting gear shall be
loaded beyond its safe working load exceptby an authorized examiner or an inspector for
the purpose of testing such items.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Risk Management
• General
mandatory to conduct a risk assessment on the
safety and health risks posed to any person who may
be affected by the lifting operation in the workplace.
In order to help contractors discharge their duties and
put in place a system to ensure safe lifting operation,
a Lifting Plan that harmonised the requirements for
Risk Assessment and Permit-To-Work is
recommended.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Risk Assessment /Permit To Work
• Risk Assessments and Permit to Work
The 3 basic steps to risk assessment:-
Hazard Identi f icat io n - involves identifying the hazards associated with each work
activity and type of potential accidents/incidents that can result from the hazards.
Risk Evaluation - the process of estimating the risk levels of the identified hazards in
terms of the severity of any injuries / damage if an accident were to occur and the
likelihood of the occurrence.
Risk Contro l - identifying appropriate risk controls measures so as to reduce the risk
level to an acceptable level.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Objectives
The primary objective of the Lifting Plan is to facilitate common understanding
amongst the lifting crew for a safe outcome. The underlying principle is that all
foreseeable risks are assessed and eliminated / mitigated.
The suggested template addressed key factors affecting safe lifting operations are:
Details of the load;
Details of the lifting equipment / lifting gears used;
Means of communications;
Personnel involved in the lifting operation;Physical and environmental considerations;
Sequence / special precautions;
Sketch of the zone of operation.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Lifting Plan vis-à-vis RA & PTW
Harmonisation of the Lifting Plan vis-à-vis Risk Assessment and Permit-To-Work
A risk assessment for lifting operation would typically
specify control measures such as;
• appointment of competent personnel,
• usage of appropriately maintained lifting gears or
• demarcation of the lifting zone.
These are needful and useful assessment, and should take into
account the physical environment.
The Lifting Plan and the Permit-To-Work system are actually
part of the Risk Control stage of the Risk Assessment process.
A proper Lifting Plan / Permit-To-Work serves as a means of
verifying that the necessary control measures have indeed
been taken.
Lifting Plan PTW
Risk
Assessment
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Review Lifting Plan
•Changes to Lifting Plans- Review of the Lifting Plan
Changes to the type and capacity of lifting equipment used.
Changes to the sequence of operations.
Changes requiring reconfiguration of the crane (boom/jib length, outrigger beam lengthreduction, parts of hoist line, etc).
Changes in the rigging details which could result in a reduction in rigging strength or significant increase in rigging weight.
Changes in surrounding environment such as sudden presence of a temporarystructure obstructing the operation.
Changes in the weather and environmental conditions which have an adverse impactto the lifting operation.
Changes to safety-critical personnel.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Selection and Maintenance
of Lifting Equipment
Provides guidance for the selection, maintenance and other aspect of
the lifting equipment.
•Selection of Equipment
•Equipment Positioning and Installation
•Identification of Lifting Equipment
•Pre-Use Checks
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Selection of Equipment
Equipment Assessment
An equipment assessment must be completed as part of the risk assessment.
Objective-to identify the hazards and assess the risks associated with the equipment for the
foreseeable range of lifting operations
The equipment assessment shall consider, but not necessarily be limited to the followings:
Is the equipment designed for this intended type of lifting operation?
What is the age of the lifting equipment?
Was there any authorised modifications made to the equipment?
What are the dismantling and assembly process?
How are components of the lifting equipment transported to site for assembly?
What type of pre-erection examination or Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is required?
How is the lifting equipment controlled e.g. via pendant or within the operator cabin?
What are the access and egress for the operator to reach the cabin?
What are the dismantling and storage requirements?
What transportation methods to use for continued integrity?
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Equipment Positioning &
Installation
•Equipment Positioning and Installation
Lifting equipment must be positioned or installed in order to:-
Eliminate or reduce the risks to public or buildings in the immediate vicinity of the lifting operation
Avoid having the load being manoeuvred over people.
Avoid striking, trapping or crushing persons.
Avoid striking any other structures such as buildings.
Ensure that entrance and exit paths of existing passageways are not compromised by risks arising
from the lifting operations.
Avoid collision with other lifting equipment being used simultaneously.Provide suitable gates / barriers to prevent inappropriate / unsafe access to any hoist area.
In general, whenever lifting equipment are disassembled and reassembled, they shall be subjected to
a thorough re-inspection and load tested as per legal requirements by an Authorised Examiner to
ensure integrity and stability of the equipment during the reassembly process.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Identification of Equipment
•Identification of Lifting Equipment
Every lifting equipment and its component parts shall be identified with a visible marking
including the safe working load (SWL).
The markings serve the following purposes:
Communicate clearly the maximum safe working load of the equipment.
Communicate clearly the maximum number of persons it can carry if it is used for lifting people.
Facilitate the identification of the equipment and its component including whether it is
genuine and compatible with the equipment.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Safety and Warning Devices
•Lifting Equipment with variable Safe Working Load (SWL)
Mobile crane equipped with a telescopic jib that can be raised or lowered.
Tower cranes are also designed to have variable safe working load.
Key principle,
the closer the load is to the body of the crane, the higher will be the safe working load of the
equipment.
Such lifting equipments must;
equipped with a load radius indicator to indicate to the operator- the SWL of the crane at thatconfiguration (load radius),
provide a visual and audible warning to the operator should the load lifted be close to SWL,
the crane operator must exercise extreme care whenever he lowers the jib or telescope the boom
outwards with a load as this will lead to a reduction of the SWL and potentially overloading the
crane.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Safety and Warning Devices
Lifting Equipment with variable Safe Working Load (SWL)
For lorry cranes, if the Load Radius Indicator is not feasible,
equipped with fully hydraulic protection valves and pressure relief system to prevent crane
overloading.
Some modern cranes are designed such that a different load capacity chart will apply depending on
whether the outriggers are fully extended or partially extended. Under such circumstances the operator
must be fully aware of the configurations and make the necessary adjustment to the parameter settings
of the indicator.Information about how changes to the configuration affect the SWL must be provided in the operator’s
cabin. They should not simply be kept in the office as this denies the operator critical information he
may need to perform a certain lifting operation.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Conduct Pre-Use Check
•Pre-Use Checks
The operators of lifting equipment and accessories shall perform a pre-use check inorder to identify any faults in the equipment.
This should be a daily check at the start of each shift.
Refer to sample checklists available in the Appendix 2,3,4 and 5
Useful tools for crane setup/ or pre use checks. Recommended for mobile and crawler
cranes to equip with measuring tape, calculator, spirit level gauge and caliper.
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Contractor
•GeneralOutlines the responsibilities for all personnel and entities that are involved in the lifting operation.
• Contractor
to ensure the lifting operation is carried out safely, they shall ensure:-
A safe system of work (SSW) is established and implemented.
– LIFTING PLAN/ PTW/ RA
The worksite is physically safe for the lifting operation
The lifting equipment to be used is properly maintained and duly certified in accordancewith legislative requirements.
The lifting operation has the necessary resources to carry out the lift safely
Personnel deployed as part of the lifting team are suitably trained, competent and
certified, and that they had been briefed on the lifting operation
Only competent sub-contractors are used
All accidents, near misses, equipment failure or damage are reported and recorded
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Introduction ScopeFactors Affecting Safe Lifting
Operations
Lifting Plan EquipmentPersonnel Roles and
Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Lifting Team
•Lifting Team
The Lifting Team refers to the group of personnel that is
appointed to be directly involved in the lifting operation.
The key factors to consider in selecting a Lifting Team include:
Competency - Only suitably trained and competent personnel
should be deployed as part of the Lifting Team.
Composi t ion – It is good practice to try to maintain the samegroup of individuals in a Lifting Team so
that the trust and rapport among team
members can be built up over time.
Communica t ion – The Lifting Team must use a common
language that all members can understand.
Any miscommunications can result in
accidents.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Lifting Supervisor
•Lifting Supervisor Appointed in writing by the contractor.
All lifting operation must be supervised by the appointed liftingsupervisor and shall:-.
Co-ordinate all lifting activities in accordance with the
lifting plan.
Brief all lifting team members on the lifting plan, safe lifting
procedure and risk assessment.
Ensure that only registered crane operators, appointed riggers
and appointed signalmen participate in any lifting operationinvolving the use of mobile and tower cranes.
Ensure that the ground conditions are safe for any lifting
operation to be performed.
Be present during all lifting operations.
Take suitable measures to rectify any unsafe conditions to
ensure the lifting operation can be conducted safely.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Lifting Equipment Operator
•Lifting Equipment Operator
Most important personnel of the Lifting Team
- controls the lifting equipment.
Key competencies of the operator of mobile,
crawler or tower cranes;
ability to read and understand
the load capacity chart, and
to differentiate• Gross Capacity and
• Net Capacity of the lift .
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Lifting Equipment Operator
•Lifting Equipment Operator
The appointed lifting equipment operator shall:
Carry out the lifting operation in accordance with the Lifting Plan.
Inspect the lifting equipment prior to use to check for abnormalities.
Check that load radius indicator and other safety devices are
functioning properly.
Ensure the ground is stable and the surrounding is free from any
structures or materials
Carry out lifting operation only when
a lifting supervisor is present on site.Disengage from any manoeuvre that is dangerous
Monitor environmental effects such as thunderstorm and strong wind
Report any defects immediately to the lifting supervisor, and
Record such defects in maintenance log book.
Stop the lift whenever unsafe conditions occur and
To check crane wire rope to ensure it is still within safe use.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Signalman
•SignalmenThe appointed signalmen shall:-
Ensure the load is correctly rigged up prior
to giving signals to commence the lift.
Give correct and clear signals to the lifting
equipment operator
to manoeuvre the load safely from the
point of lift to the destination.
Ensure communications are maintainedthroughout the lift in accordance with the
lifting plan.
Ensure the lift is controlled throughout
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Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Signalman
•SignalmenThe appointed signalmen shall:-
Ensure that the immediate areas within the lift are
clear of any hazards during manoeuvre.
Maintain his / her position so as to ensure line of sight
during the controlled phase of the lift
and to ensure this position is free of danger.
Refrain from handling load/rigging simultaneously
when giving signal to the crane operator
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Rigger
•Riggers
The appointed riggers shall ensure:-
All slings, webbings, shackles andother lifting gears used to rig the load are;
within the safe working load (SWL) of the lift,
in good condition and duly certified.
The load is rigged up in a such amanner that it is ;
stable, balance (centre of gravity beneath the hook) and secure (i.e. no loose items)
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Rigger
•RiggersThe appointed riggers shall ensure:-
The lifting equipment operator has been informed of
the weight of the load.
Establish tag-lines to control the
load as it is being manoeuvred.
Any defects in the lifting gear/
rigging and materials arereported to the lifting supervisor.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Erection & Maintenance
•Erection and Maintenance of Lifting Equipment
The integrity of the lifting equipment to perform its task is highly dependent on how wellit is being erected and maintained. It is important that the contractor appoints a qualified
and experienced mechanics.
Adherence to manufacturer’s specification – it is critical that the lifting equipment is
erected, altered or maintained in accordance with the specification by the manufacturer
as laid out in the operational and maintenance manual. This includes using all genuine
components.
Comp etency o f mechanics / erectors – such personnel should be provided withtraining relevant to the type of lifting equipment that they are handling
Record keeping – A record of all preventive or corrective maintenance shall be kept.
Any defects reported should also be recorded into the log book.
Safety and Warning Devices
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Documented Emergency Response
Procedure
•General
All Lifting Operations shall have a documented Emergency Response Procedure (ERP) that
covers all aspects of the operations.
The ERP identifies in a clear and precise manner the requirements and actions to be carried out
for any foreseeable emergency (with or without any casualty).
These include:
Toppling of the lifting equipment.
Structural failure of the lifting equipment such as boom fracture.
Dislodgement of the suspended load.
Entanglement of load with nearby structures.
Recovery of injured personnel in locations where access is limited such as within a tower crane.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 Emergency Response Procedure
•Emergency Response Procedures
The contractor shall develop and document an Emergency Response Procedures (ERP) for the
lifting operation and must be communicated to all personnel involved in the lift and made available atprominent locations at the workplace.
The ERP shall include but not be limited to:-
Details of emergency personnel and their contacts including first-aiders.
Emergency communication flow chart.
Roles and Responsibilities of the emergency management team.
Emergency Services contact details.
Managing injured persons.
Frequency of exercise and drill to be carried out
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Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Appendix 1
Sample Lifting Plan/Permit To Work
Note:
1.This is only a sample Lifting Plan / PTW, the content is by no mean
comprehensive. Users would have to include key critical document and
information such as load capacity chart, range diagram, rigging method, sling
angle etc to ensure safe lifting operations.
2.Further guidance can be obtained from the following collaterals:
a. Guidebook for Lifting Supervisors
b. Crane Operator's Handbook
c. Riggers and Signalman's Handbook
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Appendix 2
Sample Checklist for Mobile/Crawler Crane
This checklist provides an overview of the basic requirements to be checkedwhich would help to ensure that a mobile/ crawler crane is safe for use. Mobile/
crawler crane users should consult manufacturers, suppliers and owners to check
on minimum requirements and address any concerns before using the equipment.
These items in this checklist are non-exhaustive and users are recommended to
make the necessary modification and customisation to suit your work processesand conditions at the workplace.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Appendix 3
Sample Checklist for Tower Crane
This checklist provides an overview of the basic requirements to be checkedwhich would help to ensure that a tower crane is safe for use. Tower crane users
should consult manufacturers, suppliers and owners to check on minimum
requirements and address any concerns before using the equipment.
These items in this checklist are non-exhaustive and users are recommended to
make the necessary modification and customisation to suit your work processesand conditions at the workplace.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Appendix 4
Sample Checklist for Electric O/T Crane
This checklist provides an overview of the basic requirements to be checkedwhich would help to ensure that an overhead travelling crane is safe for use.
Overhead travelling crane users should consult manufacturers, suppliers and
owners to check on minimum requirements and address any concerns before
using the equipment.
These items in this checklist are non-exhaustive and users are recommended tomake the necessary modification and customisation to suit your work processes
and conditions at the workplace.
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Operations
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Responsibilities
Emergency and Contingency
PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5
Appendix 5
Sample Checklist for Lorry Crane
This checklist provides an overview of the basic requirements to be checked whichwould help to ensure that a lorry crane is safe for use. Lorry crane users should
consult manufacturers, suppliers and owners to check on minimum requirements
and address any concerns before using the equipment.
These items in this checklist are non-exhaustive and users are recommended to
make the necessary modification and customisation to suit your work processesand conditions at the workplace.
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PlanningAppendices 1 2 3 4 & 5 In Conclusion
Make Every Lifting Operations
SAFE
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