management of mechanical lifting

occupational health & safety management system

Management of Mechanical Lifting 1st Section of 5 Summary

Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-SUM-01 Revision: 1.0 This document was printed on 3/17/2008 9:10:00 AM Page 1 of 1

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Any users who a) identify potential changes or improvements to this document or b) require additional information regarding this document should contact the occupational health & safety team.

1. Summary 1.1 A lifting operation is the vertical movement of a load and includes any associated

transporting or supporting of a load (including lifting, lowering, slewing, trolleying or moving) by mechanical means, whether powered by hand or machine.

1.2 A large number of activities within Anglian Water involve lifting operations. These can be as simple as using a pallet truck, using a lift in an office, or as complex as a two crane lift of a silo.

1.3 A significant number of accidents are associated with lifting operations and lifting equipment. While fatal accidents are rare, many accidents associated with lifting operations have the potential to be fatal or to cause serious injury. They often involve considerable financial loss due to damage of the lifting equipment, the load or both.

1.4 The Management of Mechanical Lifting document describes how mechanical lifting should be managed. It is mandatory for Anglian Water employees who supervise or are involved in carrying out lifting operations.

1.5. The document contains the following sections:

Summary (this document) Policy Procedure Work Instruction Supporting information and associated links to: Forms & templates Training details

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Management of Mechanical Lifting 2nd Section of 5 - Policy

Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-POL-01 Revision: 1.0 This document was printed on 17/3/2008 9:07 AM Page 1 of 1



1.0 Policy

1.1 Training shall be provided for all employees carrying out mechanical lifting operations as appropriate.

1.2 Only trained and authorised persons may manage, supervise or carry out lifting operations.

1.3 All mechanical lifts must be carried out by a minimum of two persons unless a site specific risk assessment determines otherwise.

1.4 For complicated or complex non routine lifts a supplementary site specific risk assessment is required to identify and control any additional significant risks.

1.5 All items of lifting equipment (such as lifts, beams, pulley blocks, chains, slings etc) shall be purchased from an approved supplier and notified to Anglian Waters Contracted Inspector who will inspect each item of equipment at the statutorily required interval. All purchases must be coordinated through a local Lifting Gear Coordinator.

1.6 Only lifting equipment that has passed an inspection (where required) and is within its inspection date may be used.

1.7 Suitable arrangements (i.e. load cell, slipping clutch or adequate safety factor) must be in place for every lift to ensure that Safe Working Loads (SWL) are not exceeded.

1.8 Long-link lifting chain is NOT permissible for use in Anglian Water. Where chains with welded links are used and/or fitted they must be of the short-link type.

1.9 No mechanical lifting operation shall be undertaken unless a mechanical lifting checklist has been completed, and in addition for all non routine lifts, a site specific task risk assessment completed and any required control measures implemented.

1.10 Any lifting operation requiring third party assistance shall be treated as a fully contracted lift operation. The hiring of cranes is NOT permitted (with the exception of Anglian Waters Groundwater Engineering Team who are permitted to hire cranes).

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Management of Mechanical Lifting 3rd Section of 5 Procedure

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1.0 Purpose 1.1 To ensure all employees who are involved in mechanical lifting operations fully

understand their responsibilities in protecting the health and safety of themselves and others so far as is reasonably practicable.

2.0 Scope 2.1 This procedure applies to all employees who are involved in mechanical lifting

operations but in particular: managers responsible for those carrying out lifting operations ; employees who may be required to undertake lifting operations (including

transport workshop technicians and forklift/telehandler operators); Lifting Gear Coordinators; Workplace designers; Develop.

3.0 Definitions

Contract lift A lifting operation where the specialist contractor is fully responsible for all aspects of the planning and execution of the lift and provides specific insurance cover.

Develop Anglian Waters contracted training provider. Lifting equipment

Any equipment and accessories used for the purpose of lifting or lowering a load.

Lifting gear coordinator

A person/role appointed responsible for managing lifting equipment purchases and records within a defined geographical area.

Lifting operation

The action of lifting or lowering a load using mechanical equipment.

LOLER The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. Provides details of the statutory provisions for lifting operations.

Routine lift Any lifting operation which is repeated frequently (i.e. at least once per annum) under identical or very similar conditions by the same people.

Non routine lift

Any lifting operation carried out on a one-off/infrequent basis, or carried out in conditions where the circumstances of the lift are unusual and not within normal activities; and any lifting operation involving more than one piece of lifting equipment (e.g. 2 cranes).

Scafftag A marker that can be attached to a piece of lifting equipment or accessory indicating the date of its last inspection and whether it was safe to use when inspected.

SWL/WLL Safe Working Load / Working Load Limit. Mgtmechlift The Management of Mechanical Lifting.

4.0 Responsibilities

Business Unit Directors & Key Communicators shall: Supporting Information

a) ensure this procedure is applied to all relevant staff within your business unit/area of responsibility.

OH&S responsibilities

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Managers (who are responsible for managing any lifting operation) shall:

Supporting information

a) be briefed and familiar with the Mgtmechlift. Section 6.1 b) have successfully completed an appropriate Anglian Water mechanical

lifting training course(s). Section 6.1

c) ensure all employees who carry out or supervise lifting operations, act as lifting gear coordinators or are transport workshop technicians or forklift / telehandler operators are trained and competent as appropriate.

Section 6.2 Section 6.3 Section 6.4 Section 6.5

d) at least annually ensure all team members who are involved in lifting operations are formally authorised as being competent, record in their safety passport and keep separate records

Section 6.6

e) ensure that the Anglian Water task risk assessment process has been completed confirming that all the basic controls are in place for lifting operations on an annual basis.

MTRA Mechanical Lifting MTRA Lifting Pumps

f) ensure that any lifting operation requiring third party assistance is carried out as a fully contracted lift except Anglian Waters Groundwater Engineering Team.

Section 9.0

g) ensure a mechanical lifting checklist is completed for all lifting operations and in addition for all non routine lifts ensure a site specific task risk assessment is completed and the necessary controls implemented before starting any lift.

Section 8.2

h) for all contract lifts, ensure a planning for contract lift form is a) completed with the contract lift contractor and b) copied and issued to the contract lift contractor prior to the lifting operation commencing.

Section 9.1

i) ensure contract lift contractors have provided a detailed lifting plan including a method statement and risk assessments for each specific mechanical lifting operation.

Section 9.1

j) ensure all lifting equipment is examined by a competent person as required by LOLER.

Section 8.6

k) ensure lifting equipment is only purchased and scrapped via the appointed lifting gear coordinator.

Section 8.7

l) ensure all lifting equipment is appropriately certificated and marked with its SWL and inspection status (Scafftag/similar).

Section 8.1 Section 8.3

m) use the Lifting Hook Location System (formerly known as the blue rope system) for submersible equipment where practicable.

Work Instruction

n) ensure damaged (or suspected damaged) lifting equipment is taken out of service immediately and notified to the lifting gear coordinator and either destroyed or set aside for repair by a competent person.

Section 8.6

o) ensure any changes to this Mgtmechlift are briefed onto the relevant staff and a record of that briefing is kept.

Section 7.1

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Employees (who are required to undertake lifting operations) shall: Supporting

Information a) NOT carry out any lifting operations, unless they are

trained/supervised, competent and authorised to operate the lifting equipment provided for the task.

Section 6.3 Section 6.6

b) ensure they are familiar with the lifting equipment used and highlight any training/competency issues with their manager.

Section 6.3

c) for all lifts complete the mechanical lifting checklist and in addition for all non routine lifts complete a site specific task risk assessment, before starting any lift.

Section 8.2

d) for all contract lifts ensure that a planning for contract lift form is completed before starting any lift operation.

Section 9.0

e) where the risk is unacceptable, postpone the lift operation until the risk has been reduced to an tolerable level.

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f) wear appropriate PPE for all lifting operations. Section 8.10

Lifting Gear Coordinators shall: Supporting Information

a) ensure all new lifting equipment is purchased from Anglian Water approved supplier and ensure it is CE marked and the declaration of conformity is received.

Section 8.7

b) ensure all new lifting equipment has a SWL and unique reference number clearly marked on it before allocating it out for use.

Section 8.7

c) ensure all lifting equipment details are recorded on the SAP database and our contracted competent person is advised.

Section 8.7

d) keep the lifting equipment database up to date with copies of any available certification held for the life of the component.

Section 8.7

e) ensure all damaged (or suspected damaged) lifting equipment is suitably marked and removed from use.

Section 8.7

f) keep copies of all test certificates, details of any modifications or repairs and thorough examination certificates for all lifting equipment under their control.

Section 8.7

Workplace designers shall: Supporting

Information a) ensure that design considerations are taken into account for new or

refurbished assets. Section 8.5

Develop shall: Supporting Information

a) carry out competency assessments and operate a three yearly recall system for reassessments.

section 6.0

b) retain competency assessment records. None

5.0 Documentation / records kept

Records Responsibility Minimum retention period

Related Information

a) Training, briefings and authorisations

Line Manager 6 yrs Control of records procedure

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Records Responsibility Minimum retention period

Related Information

b) Lifting checklists Checklist Completer

Minimum 28 days* Control of records procedure

c) Site Specific Risk Assessments Line Manager As defined on the risk assessment

Control of records procedure

d) Completed request for contract lift forms

Form Completer Minimum 28 days* Control of records procedure

e) Contractors lifting plan and associated method statements and risk assessments

Line Manager 6 yrs Control of records procedure

f) Test certificates, details of any modifications or repairs and thorough examination certificates for all lifting equipment

Lifting Gear Coordinator

Lifetime of the equipment

Control of records procedure

* In circumstances where any lift operation does not go according to plan, the identified records shall be retained until any necessary investigation work is completed.

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Management of Mechanical Lifting 4th Section of 5 Work Instruction

Using the Lifting Hook Location System (formerly known as Blue Rope)

Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-WIN-01 Revision: 1.0 This document was printed on 17/3/2008 9:20:00 AM Page 1 of 9



1.0 Purpose 1.1 This work instruction explains the steps to be taken to enable the safe retrieval of

submersible equipment from wet wells and similar locations. This avoids the need for in-situ lifting chains.

2.0 Scope 2.1 This work instruction applies to all Anglian Water employees who are required to

manage, supervise, carry out or provide support to the retrieval of submersible equipment from wet wells and similar locations.

3.0 Definitions

lifting hook locating system (LHLS)

A system devised by Anglian Water to enable safe retrieval of submersible equipment from wet wells and similar locations using a purpose made C hook with line locating points.

4.0 Background

4.1 Although the Lifting Hook Location System was formerly referred to as Blue Rope, there is no specific requirement for blue rope to be used. Other materials may be used (e.g. braided stainless steel wire, plastic coated wire, washing line or similar). The colour of such is equally unimportant.

5.0 Void Protection for Mechanical Lifting 5.1 The Health & Safety at Work Act, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment

Regulations (LOLER) and the Work at Height Regulations create a legal duty to prevent falls by protecting voids or openings.

Within Anglian Water, compliance is achieved through the fall prevention hierarchy as outlined below, which must be followed:

OPTION 1 - PERMANENT EDGE PROTECTION Usually fixed metal barriers (Plastic barriers alone are NOT normally suitable - they only warn of the presence of a void and do not prevent a fall into it).

OPTION 2 - GUARDSMAN/TECHNOCOVER TYPE COVER with integral safety grid The grid is designed to prevent falls and is NOT for standing on or resting pumps or equipment on.

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OPTION 3 - PORTABLE PUMP LIFTING/SAFETY GRID The grid is designed to prevent falls and is NOT for standing on or resting pumps or equipment on.

OPTION 4 - TASK SPECIFIC ON-SITE RISK ASSESSMENT If none of the above options are available, a full site-specific task risk assessment must be carried out. Control measures must ensure that people cannot fall into any unguarded openings. The risk assessment must be signed off by an appointed person, (i.e. an individual trained under Safe and Well and appointed to undertake Site Specific Task Risk Assessments), or the site manager, who will be responsible for the strict adherence to the control measures identified.

6.0 The Lifting Hook Locating System The following 9 steps define how the Lifting Hook Locating System should operate.

Step 1 Attach C hook to block and tackle with a length of suitable rope attached to the rear of the hook.

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Step 2 Unclip one end of the LHLS from within the well and attach the front eye of the C hook.

Step 3 Lower the C hook into the well using the block & tackle, do not connect to pump handle at this point.

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Step 4 Before the lift commences check & calibrate load cell.

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Step 5 Using LHLS & rope attached to rear of C hook to guide you, locate C hook in pump lifting handle.

Pump handle

Rope on front of C hook

Rope on back of C hook

C hook in use

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Step 6. Lift pump through fall protection device (in this case the portable fall protection grid).

Step 7 Set pump down on suitable surface (this should not be the well cover or the fall protection device) & carry out required maintenance.

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Step 8 Return pump to well & use the LHLS attached to the rear of the C hook (see picture), to remove the C hook from the lifting handle once the pump is correctly seated.

Pump handle

Rope on front of C hook

Rope on back of C hook

C hook in use

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Step 9 Pull existing rope, still attached to front of C hook, up to the top of the well & clip LHLS to suitable location.

7.0 PROBLEM SOLVER 6.1 Lifting Hook Location System & Rag

a) If you experience ragging problems following the fitment of nylon rope or similar, you have two options:

1. Clean the wet well to remove the rag.

2. Try fitting wire instead (wire may still rag but with wire you can pull harder in an attempt to free the wire from the rag. The plastic cable ties on the nylon rope tend to snap if the rope is pulled too hard).

b) If you experience ragging problems following the fitment of wire, you have two options:

1. Clean the wet well to remove the rag.

2. Fit chains to the pump and arrange for the contracted inspector to provide a written scheme of examination.

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6.2 Karabiners

a) Some problems have been experienced using snap shut Karabiners like the one shown opposite.

This type of Karabiner can catch during the lift, spring open and attach itself onto the pump handle. This can lead to snagging or even lifting the pump on the Karabiner as opposed to the C hook.

b) To solve this lock shut Karabiners like the type shown opposite

should be used:

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Management of Mechanical Lifting 5th Section of 5 Supporting Information

Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-SUP-01 Revision:2.0 This document was printed on 17/3/2008 9:11 AM Page 1 of 16



1.0 Contents 1.0 Contents..............................................................................................................................1 2.0 Introduction .......................................................................................................................1 3.0 Definitions..........................................................................................................................2 4.0 What the Law Requires .....................................................................................................2 5.0 Hazards and risks ...............................................................................................................4 6.0 Training and Competence.................................................................................................4

6.1 Managers (who are responsible for managing any lifting operation):....................4 6.2 Lifting Gear Coordinators: ............................................................................................5 6.3 Persons supervising or carrying out lifting operations:..............................................5 6.4 Transport Workshop Technicians:................................................................................5 6.5 Forklift/Telehandler operators: ....................................................................................5

7.0 Change/updates to the Management of Mechanical Lifting ........................................6 8.0 Controlling the risk............................................................................................................6

8.1 General requirements:...................................................................................................6 8.2 Safe Systems of Work:...................................................................................................6 8.3 Safe Equipment:.............................................................................................................7 8.3.1 Tripods ............................................................................................................................8 8.3.2 HIABs..............................................................................................................................8 8.3.3 Fork Lift Truck and Telehandlers..................................................................................8 8.3.4 Man-Riding Equipment .................................................................................................8 8.3.5 Transport Workshop Lifting Equipment......................................................................8 8.4 Storage of Lifting Accessories.......................................................................................8 8.5 Design Considerations for Mechanical Lifting (General) ...........................................9 8.6 Maintenance of Equipment..........................................................................................9 8.7 Purchase and Scrapping of Lifting Equipment..........................................................10 8.8 Safe Working Environment.........................................................................................10 8.9 Manual Handling of Loads..........................................................................................11 8.10 Provision of Personal Protective Equipment .............................................................11

9.0 Contract Lift Operations .................................................................................................11 9.1 Anglian Water responsibilities under Contract Lift Operations..............................12 9.2 Duties and responsibilities of the contract lift company .........................................12 9.3 Duties and responsibilities of Appointed Person/Crane Supervisor & Slinger/Signaller .......................................................................................................................12 9.3.1 Appointed Person (AP)................................................................................................12 9.3.2 Crane Supervisor..........................................................................................................13 9.3.3 Slinger/Signaller ...........................................................................................................13

10.0 Reference Documents and Related Procedures ............................................................13 10.1 Safe and Well Documentation: ..................................................................................13 10.2 Standards and Specifications:.....................................................................................13 10.3 Key legislation:.............................................................................................................14 10.4 Useful information: .....................................................................................................14

11.0 Appendix 1 Glossary of terms......................................................................................15 2.0 Introduction

2.1 This section provides further guidance on managing mechanical lifting and also supporting information to Section 3 - Procedure.

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3.0 Definitions

Contract lift A lifting operation where the crane owner is fully responsible for all aspects of the planning and execution of the lift and provides specific insurance cover. Under contract lift conditions Anglian Water still retains liabilities and must have adequate Public Liability/Hired-in Plant Insurance in place at all times.

Lifting equipment Any piece of equipment and accessories used for the purpose of lifting or lowering a load.

Lifting gear coordinator

A person appointed responsible for managing lifting equipment purchases and records within a defined geographical area.

Lifting operation The action of lifting or lowering a load using mechanical equipment.

LOLER The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. Provides details of the statutory provisions for lifting operations.

Routine lift Any lifting operation which is repeated frequently under identical or very similar conditions by the same people.

Non routine lift Any lifting operation carried out on a one-off/infrequent basis, or carried out in conditions where the circumstances of the lift is unusual and not within normal activities; and any lifting operation involving more than one piece of lifting equipment (e.g. 2 cranes).

Scafftag a marker that can be attached to a piece of lifting equipment or accessory indicating the date of its last inspection and whether it was safe to use when inspected.

Mgtmechlift The Management of Mechanical Lifting.

Further definitions are containing in Appendix 1 Glossary of terms

4.0 What the Law Requires

The main pieces of legislation and associated guidance that have implications for the management of mechanical lifting are:

4.1 The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)

a) provides details of the statutory provisions for lifting operations . This is supported by the British Standard Code of Practice on the Safe Use of Cranes: BS7171, in particular Parts 1 and 3. Both these documents clearly define the qualifications and duties of all persons involved.

b) extends the duties placed on employers for work equipment under the Provisions and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 and must be read in conjunction with those regulations.

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c) applies to all lifting equipment* designed to lift or lower loads, and includes its attachments for anchoring, fixing or supporting the load. Load can include a person, or persons.

* Examples of lifting equipment are:- Fork Lift Trucks, cranes, lifts & hoists, chains, slings, hooks, shackles and eyebolts, passenger lifts, vacuum lifting crane, scissors lift, vehicle inspection hoist, front-end loader on a tractor, loader crane on lorries, refuse vehicle loading, vehicle recovery equipment and vehicle tail lifts.

LOLER 1998 briefly requires:

all lifting equipment should be safe to use and should be inspected regularly, with records kept of the results of inspections;

all lifting operations must be planned and supervised as necessary for safety. A written plan is required for complex tasks;

all persons carrying out lifting operations must be trained and competent to carry out the work safely;

information regarding loads must be provided;

an EC declaration of conformity or original test certificate must be supplied with the equipment.

LOLER 1998 also requires lifting equipment to be inspected in accordance with the schedules provided and applies to

all lifting equipment on installation or taking into service for the first time without a Declaration of Conformity;

all lifting equipment and accessories after any event, which may have caused damage;

all equipment or accessories which are subject to a Written Scheme Of Examination.

The inspections must be carried out by a competent person and recorded. Defects must be recorded and, where significant and likely to result in equipment failure, must be reported to the Health & Safety Executive. The records may be stored electronically; however, any equipment or accessory to be used on a site outside Anglian Waters control must be accompanied by its current record and certificates (this is particularly relevant to hiab type vehicles).

4.2 The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 require that:

any incident involving the failure of lifting equipment or lifting accessories, overturning or collapse of load bearing parts of lifts and lifting equipment is notifiable to the Health & Safety Executive.

4.3 The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require that:

the risks involved in doing all tasks must be assessed and controls must be put in place to minimise all significant risks;

where a lifting procedure or safe system of work is provided, employees have a duty to follow them.

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4.4 The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 require that:

any equipment provided is suitable and fit for the purpose for which it is used.

4.5 The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 require that:

manual handling operations are avoided so far as is reasonably practicable;

a suitable and sufficient assessment is made for any hazardous manual handling tasks which cannot be avoided;

reduce the risk of injury from those operations to the lowest level reasonably practicable.

5.0 Hazards and risks

hazards risks lifting equipment failure lifting accessory failure load attachment point failure overturning or overbalancing of lifting

equipment heavy, awkward, hot, cold, sharp,

unstable loads slips, trips and falls swinging or slewing loads in high

winds obscured vision of the load poor ground conditions physical capabilities of the person

using mechanical equipment powered by hand

physical capabilities of the person using manual handling techniques

confined spaces overhead cables

muscle sprains, strains and musculo-skeletal injuries

cuts and bruises trapped fingers and toes fatal or non-fatal crush injuries falls from height equipment damage toxic and flammable gases cable strike - electrocution

As with all hazards, having recognised that lifting operations will be carried out you must ensure that adequate controls are put in place to minimise the risk of anyone being harmed.

6.0 Training and Competence

6.1 Managers (who are responsible for managing any lifting operation):

Managers must have been briefed on the requirements of the Mgtmechlift by a safety Adviser and successfully completed the:

HS062a Mechanical Lifting Operations Training Wastewater or HS062b Mechanical Lifting Operations Training Water

AND HS062d Managing Safe Lifting Operations

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In addition to the above Managers shall:

a) familiarise themselves with the Mgtmechlift by reading through it. The Occupational Health and Safety team should be contacted if there are any queries, or the manager is unclear of its requirements.

b) keep themselves up to date with any changes to the Mgtmechlift, which will be communicated by the Occupational Health & Safety team.

6.2 Lifting Gear Coordinators:

Lifting Gear Coordinators shall be authorised (see 6.6) by their line manager must have completed the HS062e Mechanical Lifting Familiarisation Course provided by Develop/Lloyds British Training Ltd.

In addition to the above lifting gear coordinators shall (depending on role) successfully complete the HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics course through Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years:

6.3 Persons supervising or carrying out lifting operations:

All persons carrying out or supervising lifting operations shall be authorised (see 6.6) by their line manager and must have successfully completed the relevant course(s) through Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years. HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics HS062a Mechanical Lifting Operations Training Wastewater HS062b Mechanical Lifting Operations Training Water HS062c Advanced Slinging HS062d Managing Safe Lifting Operations

6.4 Transport Workshop Technicians:

Transport Workshop Technicians shall be authorised (see 6.6) by their line manager and must have successfully completed the relevant course through Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years:

HS062f Lifting and slinging for workshop technicians

In addition to the above Transport Workshop Technicians shall successfully complete the HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics course through Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years.

6.5 Forklift/Telehandler operators:

Forklift/Telehandler operators shall be authorised (see 6.6) by their line manager and must:

have successfully completed specific training on the type of Plant they operate and be deemed competent to use such equipment;

be certified by a licensed service provider and undertake refresher training every 3 years.

In addition to the above Forklift/Telehandler operators shall: successfully complete the HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics course

through Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years;

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be regularly medically assessed as fit to drive such vehicles by being subject to a formal health surveillance programme.

6.6 Authorisations:

a) Written authorisations for operating & maintaining cranes (inc. hiab type cranes) and the use of all lifting equipment & accessories should be issued and reviewed yearly by the employees line manger. The requirements for authorisation to be given are: Managers own satisfaction with the persons demonstrable ability; Satisfactory assessment of knowledge and application of the hierarchy of

lifting controls (where applicable).

b) Authorisations should be withdrawn from people who have not put training into practise on a regular basis.

c) Authorisations should be recorded in safety passports and a separate record kept. The Record of Authorisation/Appointment form may be used for this purpose.

7.0 Change/updates to the Management of Mechanical Lifting 7.1 Any changes and updates to the mgtmechlift shall be communicated to the business

from the Occupational Health and Safety team. Managers shall brief these changes on to all relevant people and a record of that briefing kept. Safe and Wells Record of employee briefing form shall be used for this purpose.

8.0 Controlling the risk 8.1 General requirements:

a) risk assessment is a fundamental part of Anglian Waters approach to ensuring that the risks associated with mechanical lifting are fully identified and controlled.

b) the task risk assessment for mechanical lifting identifies in general terms, required control measures to be implemented to ensure safe lifting. This must be made team specific.

c) only lifting equipment that has passed an inspection and is within inspection date may be used; this is indicated by a plastic tag known as a Scafftag showing information about the equipment, which must include thorough examination date and Anglian Water asset number. Inspections must be carried out by a competent person and are normally part of a contracted inspection programme.

Note: Scafftags are the current recognised best practice, some areas of the business may use other marking systems e.g. The Ground Water Engineering Team use a colour coding system. The Safety Team must agree any other system prior to its implementation.

d) users of electric (Lucas) mini-lifts located on vehicles will be trained on their safe use, this shall be included in the Mechanical Lifting training see 6.0.

8.2 Safe Systems of Work:

a) managers are to ensure that the Anglian Waters risk assessment process has been completed confirming that all the basic controls are in place for lifting operations on an annual basis.

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b) all lifting operations shall be adequately planned by a responsible person. The mechanical lifting checklist must be completed for this purpose. In addition for all non-routine lifts a site specific risk assessment must be completed. If the lift requires competencies beyond those of Anglian Water personnel then a contract lift must be organised with a suitable competent contractor (see additional information for contract lift in section 9.0).

c) all equipment selected to carry out the lift must be suitable for the lifting operation and of sufficient strength. Equipment must be visually inspected prior to use.

d) where there is the potential for forces to be exerted that are additional to the weight of the item being lifted (e.g. break-out or frictional forces), suitable controls must be implemented to control the risk of exceeding the Safe Working Load (SWL) of the lifting equipment. In order of preference the following hierarchy of controls must be followed:

1. load cell set at 90% of the SWL of the lifting equipment;

2. slipping clutch (or similar) set at 90% of the SWL;

3. suitable safety factor:

for loads of up to 200kg use lifting equipment with a SWL of 500kg; for loads greater than 200kg and less than 500kg ensure that the lifting

equipment has a SWL of least 1000kg; for loads over 500kg ensure that the lifting equipment has a safety

factor of at least 2:1.

8.3 Safe Equipment:

a) all lifting equipment should be clearly marked with its SWL.

b) all lifting equipment must be to an approved EC standard, normally indicated by a CE mark and a fixed identifier on the equipment. All lifting equipment must be uniquely marked with a serial number or a batch number. Any equipment supplied prior to the requirements for CE marking shall have a load test certificate as proof of capability. The equipment will be deemed safe to use if Anglian Waters contracted inspector has carried out (and passed) their thorough inspection.

c) all lifting equipment must be Scafftagged or otherwise suitably identified and within its defined inspection period - see 8.1 d) for details.

d) Inspections must be carried on all lifting equipment at planned intervals - see 8.6 d) for details.

e) for submersible lifting equipment the lifting hook location system must be fitted and adopted where practicable - see Working Instruction for using Lifting Hook Location System.

f) damaged equipment and accessories must be taken out of service immediately, suitable marked and stored in an appropriate quarantine area to ensure the equipment is not inadvertently used and either destroyed or set aside for repair by a competent person. The Lifting Gear Co-ordinator and contracted inspector must be informed and the SAP database updated.

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g) all lifting equipment shall be provided with manufacturers instructions and manuals which should be made available to users where practical.

h) all lifting hooks must be fitted with safety catches. The permitted exception to this is the C hook used for the Lifting Hook Location System.

8.3.1 Tripods

a) Tripods shall not normally be used for mechanical lifting or man riding purposes. Where such use is unavoidable a site specific risk assessment must be undertaken. Users must be specifically trained in their use.

8.3.2 HIABs

a) When using lorry mounted cranes (HIAB) and swing lifts specific training must be provided and the mechanical lifting checklist used for each lifting operation.

8.3.3 Fork Lift Truck and Telehandlers

a) Fork Lift Trucks and Telehandlers must only be used in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations, with purpose designed attachments where necessary.

b) Fork Lift Trucks and Telehandlers can be used in conjunction with additional lifting accessories provided a site specific risk assessment has been undertaken.

8.3.4 Man-Riding Equipment

a) Man-riding equipment must be inspected by a competent person at no greater than 6 monthly intervals.

b) All man-riding harnesses must be checked prior to use.

c) When man-riding equipment is used to lower people below ground level a second means of escape/egress must be provided i.e. a ladder.

d) All man-riding equipment must have a fail safe drive to lower loads safely to point of rest.

e) When a man-riding cage or a mobile elevated work platform is used as a means of entry the occupants must wear a safety harness and secure themselves to cage during the access and egress process.

f) General lifting equipment is designed with a safety factor of 1 to 5, man-riding equipment must have a safety factor of 1 to 10.

8.3.5 Transport Workshop Lifting Equipment

a) Workshop lifting equipment must be inspected by a competent person at no greater than 6 monthly intervals - see 8.6 d) for details.

8.4 Storage of Lifting Accessories

a) Lifting accessories should be stored in a dry and clean environment, preferably suspended from a hook and in all cases kept clear of the ground.

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8.5 Design Considerations for Mechanical Lifting (General)

a) All new lifting installations must be designed in accordance with the requirements of the Management of Construction (inc. design) and be proof load tested and certificated by a competent person.

b) lifting equipment must and be of adequate strength and stability for the intended load.

c) Suitable access arrangements must be in place to allow safe transfer of the load to and from the lifting point.

d) Where chains with welded links are used/fitted they must be of the short-link type. Long-link chain is NOT permissible for use in Anglian Water.

e) All lifting equipment must be certified that it is suitable and safe for its intended purpose - see 8.7 d).

8.6 Maintenance of Equipment

a) all equipment must be regularly serviced in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

b) any equipment that is not fit for use, could cause harm (or there is any doubt as to its condition) must be removed from service immediately it is identified or suspected.

c) copies of all test certificates, details of any modifications or repairs and thorough examination certificates for all equipment must be held on behalf of Anglian Water by the contracted inspector.

d) Inspections must be carried out by a competent person, for Anglian Water the competent person shall be the contracted inspector. If the equipment is outside the inspection period the Scafftag (or other suitable unique marker) must be removed and the equipment taken out of service, suitably marked and stored in an appropriate quarantine area to ensure the equipment not inadvertently used. Inspection periods are:

not greater than 6 months for all accessories (i.e. slings, shackles, chains), man-riding equipment, passenger lifts and workshop equipment;

not greater than 12 months for all other lifting equipment;

as per written scheme of examination if applicable;

chains on submersible equipment (where provided) must be inspected in accordance with the written scheme of examination and Scafftagged.

e) any items of lifting equipment not tagged with a Scafftag or where the tag is showing DO NOT USE must be removed from service (where practicable).

f) fibre slings and ropes cannot be repaired or maintained and must be disposed of. If there is doubt as to their continued fitness for use and the Lifting Gear Coordinator informed.

g) all fibre slings, ropes and strops will have a maximum working lifespan of 5 years from first use (they maybe stored in their original packaging for a maximum of 2 years).

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8.7 Purchase and Scrapping of Lifting Equipment

Anglian Water uses many items of lifting equipment; to ensure that these are managed safely:

a) equipment and accessories must be purchased through a appointed Lifting Gear Co-ordinator in accordance with Anglian Waters purchasing policies arrangements as required by Supply Chain Management.

b) all new lifting equipment must have a SWL marked on it. It must be allocated a unique serial or batch number. In addition each item must have an EC Declaration of Conformity or Test Certificate.

c) all lifting equipment must be recorded on the SAP database and the Anglian Water contracted inspector advised of its location and provided with the test certificate or its EC declaration of conformity. All new equipment must be Scafftagged (or suitably marked) as soon as practicably possible.

d) new lifting equipment (accessories or installations) must only be used provided a valid test certificate and/or a EC declaration of conformity is available. The Anglian Water contracted inspector must be notified of new equipment and provided with a copy of the test certificate and EC declaration of conformity to ensure it is registered. The equipment will then be inspected and Scafftagged (or suitably marked within 6-12 months depending on the equipment see 8.6 d) above.

e) where lifting equipment is provided as part of a construction contract (adopted, new build or refurbishment) certification must be provided that the lifting equipment is deemed suitable and safe for its intended use by a competent person prior to use (i.e. load testing). In addition all such lifting equipment must be recorded on the SAP database, Scafftagged (or suitably marked) and the Lifting Gear Co-ordinator notified.

f) if lifting equipment are taken out of service permanently they must be recorded on the SAP database and the relevant Lifting Gear Co-ordinator informed.

g) all lifting equipment permanently removed from service must be safely disposed of to prevent further use.

8.8 Safe Working Environment

a) all working environments must be assessed by the person controlling the lifting operation and safety exclusion zones identified. For most lifting operations in Anglian Water this can be achieved by completing the mechanical lifting checklist prior to the lift.

b) all openings and voids must be protected. In order of preference the following hierarchy of controls must be followed:

1. permanent fixed guardrails/barriers (sufficient to prevent falls). Plastic barriers are not suitable;

2. fixed cover with integral safety grid (Technocover/Guardsman);

3. portable pump lifting/fall protection grid;

4. site specific risk assessment identifying suitable and sufficient control measures.

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For further details see Work Instruction.

c) the working environment must be free from obstructions or hazards which might adversely affect the lifting operation or the persons carrying it out.

d) sufficient and adequate lighting (natural, fixed or mobile) must be available for the duration of the lifting operation.

e) when using cranes or other large portable equipment a check must be made for all overhead electrical services and suitable control measures implemented.

f) where heavy lifting equipment is to be used, consideration must be given to buried services and poor ground conditions.

g) work in the highway must be guarded and signed in accordance with the guidance provided under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991.

8.9 Manual Handling of Loads

Many lifting procedures carried out in Anglian Water involve the use of manually powered lifting equipment and lifting aids. Additionally, most mechanical lifting operations will require some manual handling of the load, either when connecting the load or whilst maneuvering it. Where this is the case, the individual must consider their personal capability and training limitations.

a) mechanical assistance should be provided wherever possible to avoid manual handling tasks

b) people must receive suitable training and information in the use of any equipment provided see 6.0.

c) all lifting aids must be regularly maintained and defects rectified as soon as possible

8.10 Provision of Personal Protective Equipment

a) safety footwear must be worn when lifting heavy objects.

b) safety helmets must be worn for all lifting operations.

c) wherever possible, suitable gloves for the type of load should be worn especially if the load has sharp edges, slippery surfaces or has any attribute that has the potential to weaken a person's grip or injure their hands.

9.0 Contract Lift Operations

9.0.1 Contract lift operations must not be confused with crane hire. A simple explanation to clarify the differences is detailed below:

Crane hire - Anglian Water are fully responsible for the planning, supervision, insurance of all equipment (including the crane) and ensure a safe system of work is implemented.

Contract lift - the crane company/Appointed Person is fully responsible for the planning, supervision, insurance of all equipment (including the crane) and ensure a safe system of work is implemented.

Anglian Water will only use contract lifts (except the Ground Water Engineering Team who are permitted to hire cranes).

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For all contract lifts a planning for contract lift form must be completed and competent lifting contractors appointed.

9.1 Anglian Water responsibilities under Contract Lift Operations

Managers and operatives must ensure that when preparing for a contract lift:

a) they are trained in mechanical lifting see 6.0.

b) they assess the load, task and environment and gather all necessary information to complete the planning for contract lift form.

c) all equipment provided under the contract has a current test certificate.

d) the contract lift provider produces a lifting plan, risk assessment and method statement prior to the lift taking place. On completion of the lift, the plan shall be retained with the site information where the lift may be repeated in the future.

e) a site access authorisation and permit-to-work is completed and issued to the contractor before lifting begins.

f) when arranging the contract lift the responsibilities for provision of the crane, operator, crane supervisor, Appointed Person and a banksman/slinger are agreed by all parties.

f) if necessary, obtain further information on contract lifts by reading the relevant sections of BS7121 (British Standard Code of Practice for the safe use of cranes).

9.2 Duties and responsibilities of the contract lift company

a) The contract lift company must provide an overall lifting plan that should include a site inspection, risk assessment and a method statement or safe system of work prior to any lift taking place.

b) The contract lift company must provide evidence of:

1. competence of the operator;

2. competence of the slinger/signaller if provided by them;

3. competence of the Appointed Person if provided by them;

4. the last thorough examination and inspection of all the equipment including the crane and accessories to be used in the lifting operation;

5. adequate insurance cover for the work and for the equipment to be lifted (this is normally at least 2,000,000 for their general liabilities but where the value of the equipment is very high (over 10,000), a separate insurance policy may be required at the client's expense).

9.3 Duties and responsibilities of Appointed Person/Crane Supervisor & Slinger/Signaller

9.3.1 Appointed Person (AP)

a) the AP is the person given the authority by the contractor to assess, plan and organise the work; to select suitable plant and equipment, ensuring it has been adequately inspected and maintained; to provide instruction and supervision for the work to be undertaken safely; and to stop the work whenever he or she considers danger likely to arise if it were to be continued.

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b) the AP shall be suitably qualified and must carry identification and proof of qualification/competence. An AP would need to be requested for complex lifts, lifts involving multi-lift points, dual crane operations and double handling lifts and complex slinging operations.

9.3.2 Crane Supervisor

a) A Crane Supervisor is the person who supervises the lifting operation within the safe system of work developed by the AP and has the authority to stop the operation if they deem it is unsafe to continue. The crane supervisor adopts the role of the AP in non-complex vertical lifting operations A crane supervisor would be requested for:

1. all contracted lifting operations

2. straightforward non-complex lifting operations

3. lifting man riding cages or boatswains chairs

9.3.3 Slinger/Signaller

a) A Slinger/Signaller is the person who is trained, certified and competent to carry out the determination of appropriate visual pre-use check of lifting accessories as specified by the AP.

A slinger/signaller has the following duties:

1. attaching the load to the crane correctly and in accordance with the lifting plan;

2. giving the appropriate signals to the crane operator for the lifting, transferring and positioning of the loads in a safe manner;

3. detaching the load from the crane;

4. ensuring that the lifting accessories are stored correctly and reporting any defects.

Note: The slinger/signaller may also act as the Crane Supervisor on simple lifts if they are competent and have been instructed to do so by the Appointed Person.

10.0 Reference Documents and Related Procedures The following reference documents and related procedures apply:

10.1 Safe and Well Documentation:

The Management of Hazard Identification & Risk Control

Model Task Risk Assessment for Mechanical Lifting

Planning for Contract Lift

Mechanical Lifting Checklist

Site Specific Risk Assessment Template for all Non Routine lifting operations (only available in hard copy format).

10.2 Standards and Specifications:

OHSAS18001:1999 - Clause 4.3.1 Planning for hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control;

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OHSAS18001:1999 - Clause 4.4.6 Operational Control

BS7121 British Standard Code of Practice for the safe use of cranes

10.3 Key legislation:

The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 The Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 The Management of Health and Safety Regulations 1999 The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

10.4 Useful information:

Health & Safety Executive Website http://www.hse.gov.uk Including guide to LOLER explained HSE Guide to LOLER

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11.0 Appendix 1 Glossary of terms

Anglian Water Groundwater Engineering Team

a Anglian Water team with specialist knowledge in well-drilling, operating under their own procedures. Their prime function is to drill and prove wells rather than to maintain pumps. They operate specialist lifting equipment.

appointed person a person having the experience, formal training and knowledge to control lifting activities. They have the necessary skills required to assess, plan and organise the work; to select suitable plant and equipment, ensuring it has been adequately inspected and maintained; to provide instruction and supervision for the work to be undertaken safely; and to stop the work whenever they consider danger likely to arise if it were to be continued.

borehole pump a pump so designed as to operate when the pump casing and its associated delivery pipes are submerged in the fluid to be pumped. Normally, the pump and casing are inside a lined borehole shaft.

CE marking a mark affixed to a piece of equipment or installation indicating that it has been manufactured to European Standards for safety, and that the equipment may be used safely for its designed purpose.

competent person (contracted inspector)

a person having appropriate practical and theoretical knowledge and experience of the lifting equipment to be examined, which will enable them to detect defects or weaknesses and to assess their importance in relation to the safety and continued use of the lifting equipment.

davit a lifting device designed to operate from a single socket or other means of connecting it to a base.

declaration of conformity

A birth certificate for a piece of equipment. To be kept for its full working life.

fall protection grid a portable grid placed over an open chamber to prevent persons falling into the void. To be used for all operations other than pump lifting (unless identified as a control measure from a site specific risk assessment) e.g. tanker work, high pressure jetting and Mechanical & Electrical maintenance operations.

gantry a fixed rail supported by legs or other means and capable of having a lifting device secured to the rail so that the device may traverse the rail with a load supported from it.

hiab a Finnish company that has become the global market leader in on road load handling solutions. The term hiab has now become a generic term for any goods vehicle fitted with a self-powered lifting device used to load and unload the vehicle. The lifting device may have a number of functions, such as a grab or pallet handler, as well as basic lifting use.

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lifting accessory any piece of equipment used to attach a load to a piece of lifting equipment e.g. chains and strops.

lifting hook locating system (formally known as blue rope)

a system devised by Anglian Water to enable safe retrieval of submersible equipment from wet wells and similar locations using a purpose made C hook with line locating points.

lifting plan / risk assessment

a written record of the information needed to ensure the lift is carried out safely. The information includes the equipment, the persons, the level of training required, the load, location, safe conditions and any other relevant information.

mobile crane a vehicle mounted crane capable of travelling under its own power, whose sole purpose is lifting operations.

pump lifting protection grid

a portable grid placed over open chamber to prevent persons falling into the well during a pump lift. The grid is hinged and allows the pump to be lifted out of the well.

responsible person a person having sufficient training, knowledge and experience to carry out or supervise lifting activities.

safe working load Safe Working Load (SWL) should be stamped or written on all items of lifting equipment. This must never be exceeded when carrying out a lifting operation. The SWL may also now appear on new equipment as Working Load Limit (WLL).

submersible pump any pump (excluding borehole pumps) so designed as to operate when the pump casing and its drive mechanism are wholly or partly submerged in the fluid to be pumped.

test certificate test certificate provided by equipment supplier or installer for all lifting equipment pre-1992.

thorough examination of lifting equipment

a legally required examination of lifting equipment or accessories carried out in accordance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998.

tripod (or quadpod) a freestanding lifting device having 3 legs (quadpods have 4 legs) joined at the top and capable of supporting a load.

working load limit Working Load Limit (WLL) is the maximum load that can be lifted by an item of equipment under conditions specified by the manufacturer (see also SWL).

written scheme of examination

a legally acceptable alternative Scheme of Examination which can be used where the LOLER 1998 Examinations are not appropriate or not practicable.

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Management of Mechanical Lifting Lifting Checklist

Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-TEM-01 Revision:2.0 This document was printed on 3/17/2008 9:11:00 AM Page 1 of 1 This is a controlled Template only when accessed via Anglian Waters Intranet. It is uncontrolled if printed and its validity cannot be guaranteed. Any users who a) identify potential changes or improvements to this template or b) require additional information regarding this document should contact the occupational health & safety team.

Work Activity: Site Name: Location on Site:

weight: breakout weight: a. For all lifts - preparing for the lift: Is appropriate PPE being worn for the lift, by all parties involved? i.e. hard hat, gloves, overalls, safety footwear, high visibility jackets. Yes No

Is the lifting equipment adequate for the anticipated load? Yes No Have pre-use checks been carried out on the lifting equipment? Yes No Is all the lifting equipment suitably marked (Scafftagged etc.) and in date? Yes No Has the load been isolated from electrical / mechanical attachment? Yes No Can the load be manoeuvred to a safe position on site? Yes No If the answer to any of the above questions is No, STOP work and seek guidance b. For all lifts - planning for the lift: Are you confident that due consideration has been given to the shape, dimension and balance of the load? Yes No

Have the weather conditions been taken into account? Yes No Does suitable lighting exist, either natural or artificial? Yes No Are ground conditions and working area suitable for the lift? Yes No Confident that no underground or overhead cables/plant pose a hazard? Yes No Can the lifting equipment be erected or positioned safely? Yes No Can the load be slewed safely? Yes No Does the lifting area have a suitable cordon? Yes No If the answer to any of the above questions is No, STOP work - a site specific task risk assessment MUST be carried out c. For lifts from wells: Are fall protection arrangements adequate for this lift? Yes No The hierarchy of control is as follows: A. Permanent fixed barriers... Yes No B. Fixed cover with integral grid (e.g. Technocover/Guardsman). Yes No C. Portable lifting grid............ Yes No A, B or C must be yes. If not, STOP WORK, - a site specific task risk assessment will be required for this additional significant hazard d. For lifts where breakout forces exist: A. Can a load cell or slipping clutch be used throughout the lifting operation? Yes No

B. If not, is there an adequate safety factor of at least 2:1? Yes No A or B must be yes. If not, STOP WORK, - a site specific task risk assessment will be required for this additional significant hazard e. For all lifts: Details of any unforeseen problems/events: Work order number:

SAP number:

The person planning this lift is:

Date: Time:

The completion of this checklist is mandatory for all lifting operations. A site specific task risk assessment may also be required.

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Management of Mechanical Lifting - Planning for Contract Lift

Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-TEM-02 Revision:1.0 This document was printed on 3/17/2008 9:21:00 AM Page 1 of 1 This is a controlled template only when accessed via Anglian Waters Intranet. It is uncontrolled if printed and its validity cannot be guaranteed. Any users who a) identify potential changes or improvements to this document or b) require additional information regarding this template should contact the occupational health & safety team.

Anglian Water site owner:

Contact telephone no.:

Anglian Water site representative:

Contact telephone no.:

Date lift required:

Contractor requirements & names: Appointed Person: Y/N Crane Supervisor: Y/N Slinger/Banksman: Y/N

Site and load specific information to be provided to and discussed with the appointed person who is planning the lift Site address: Access restrictions (to include width, height and loading): LOAD INFORMATION LIFTING POINT RESTRICTIONS Certified Lifting Points? YES/NO Proximity hazard? YES/NO Identified centre of gravity? YES/NO Overhead power lines? YES/NO Likely slinging difficulties? YES/NO Other overhead obstacles? YES/NO Sharp edges? YES/NO Underground services & voids, incl. drains & cellars? YES/NO Previous lifting history? YES/NO Proximity to excavations? YES/NO Approximate known weight? YES/NO Recently backfilled trenches? YES/NO Adequate lay-down area/location? YES/NO Unsafe/soft ground? YES/NO

Sewage / sludge? YES/NO Hazardous chemicals / materials? YES/NO Vehicle movements? YES/NO Load slung to vehicle? YES/NO Environmental hazards? YES/NO

Other identified hazards? (specify):

Other hazards identified? (specify i.e. low flying aircraft)

Information to be completed on the day of the lift, PRIOR to commencement

Has a review of the above information taken place? YES/NO Have the contractor requirements detailed above been provided? YES/NO

Has a site access authorisation / permit to work been issued? (Check risk assessments/method statements/contract lift plan)

YES/NO Has the lifting area been cordoned off and all personnel and vehicle movements been restricted? YES/NO

Has a site induction been carried out? YES/NO Has all relevant COSHH information been provided to the contractor? YES/NO

Anglian Water Representative: Signature: Print name Date:

If you have answered YES to all questions in this lower box, the lift may continue. If not, STOP working and contact the site owner or manager responsible for guidance DO NOT CONTINUE

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occupational health & safety management system site specific task risk assessment

For all hazards unable to be controlled fully by a model task risk assessment (MTRA)

risk rating tool likelihood (L)

1 very unlikely 2 unlikely 3 likely 4 very likely 5 almost certain

severity (S) 1 no effect or

trivial 2 minor injury

or illness 3 lost time injury or

illness 4 major injury or

illness 5 fatal or

disabling injury or illness

risk rating (L x S)

1-5 LOW

TOLERABLE no further action required

6-12 MED

REDUCE introduce further controls and/or monitoring

specified above

13-25 HIGH

INTOLERABLE stop process or activity until further controls are in

place

site:

task:

assessors name:

signature:

date:

site manager:

which model task risk assessment is this in addition to:

activity hazard(s) not adequately controlled by MTRA additional control measures to be implemented

risk rating (LxS) for task with additional controls in place:

YES proceed with task is this tolerable?

NO STOP - do not proceed. Identify further control measures or seek advice

expiry date*: *If the required control measures are time limited, please specify an expiry date for this site specific task risk assessment.

action plan: By when

what additional controls can be implemented to further reduce the risk permanently?

White copy given to person carrying out task and filed on site in blue box. Pink copy to line manager, yellow copy retained in book

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