What do we mean when we say “Lifting & Rigging Operations”?
Every type of lift has a set of risks that need to be managed if the lift is to be undertaken in a safe and
efficient manner.
To give a clear focus on this issue, we all as a team have to follow safe procedure of Lifting & Rigging Operations.
Hazards during lifting operations
Unauthorized people
Overhead power line electrocutions
Crane failure
Rigging failure
Overloading
Weather
Falls
Responsibilities of Lifting Supervisor
Ensure that all existing accessories are regularly inspected, properly maintained and stored
correctly;
Ensure all inspected and re-certified equipment is marked with the relevant colour code, and that
the ID No’s on gear conforms to that on certification;
Ensuring that the Crane Operators are certified for all crane operations;
Suspending crane operations in the event of a general alarm or emergency.
Is responsible for ensuring load transfers are correctly planned and rigged for lifts on. For routine
lifts he may delegate this responsibility to the Rigger Foreman.
The lifting slings or chains are correctly secured to the load;
Equipment is clearly identifiable and inspected (e. g. types/capacity/ID numbers etc.);
Each item marked with current colour code;
All rigging gear without valid certification is kept in a segregated location, clearly labelled, not for
use/quarantined, and cannot be used (tied-up by chain and pad lock awaiting the certification).
Every 6 months for lifts & hoists, 12 months for all other lifting equipment (by 3 rd party authorized firm).
He shall ensure that every lifting operation is properly planned by a competent person, appropriately
supervised and carried out in a safe manner
Lifting operations using cranes, hoists or other mechanical devices can only be performed if:
A risk assessment and a lifting plan have been prepared for the operation. The lifting equipment
and method must be selected by a qualified person;
The weight of the load is known and falls within the safe working load for the equipment to be
used;
The operators are fully trained and qualified. The cranes and other lifting equipment must be
operated by trained workers;
The lifting equipment’s safety devices are in good working order;
An identification system (color code or equivalent) is used to certify that the lifting accessories
have been inspected at regular intervals;
The lifting devices and accessories such as slings and shackles have been visually inspected
before use;
The lifting area has been barricaded;
The signal man must be present at working Location
During Work
Do not walk or stand under a load while lifting is taking place.
The load must be securely slung and properly bundled.
The moving load must be controlled at all times.
Do not Perform Lifting activities during Bad Weather.
What do Employees/Operators needs to know?
Proper equipment operator instructions.
Load limits and capacities of each payload.
Safe Rigging practices.
Operator inspection requirement at the start of each shift.
Equipment inspection and maintenance at regular intervals.
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