LIFTING OPERATIONS - Key Personnel's
Appointed Competent Person (Lifting & Rigging):
ü A competent engineer nominated to control and
manage all Lifting Operations
ü Assess and plan all lifts with regard to
selection of crane, lifting tackle, load, instruction and supervision
ü Devise and compile all lift calculation sheets
and/or Lift Plans
ü Be in overall control of all lifting operations
ü Ensure that an effective procedure is in place
for inspection and maintenance of all lifting operation equipment
ü Ensure that an effective procedure is in place
for reporting of defects and all subsequent remedial actions for all lifting
operation equipment
ü Be present on site for all lifts
ü Be authorized to cancel / postpone lifts if there
are safety concerns
DO & DON'T - SCAFFOLD & SAFETY NET
Crane Operators:
ü Hold a
valid and in-date heavy equipment operator's license
ü Be trained
to operate the specific crane by examination and hold a current approved
certificate / license from an approved and internationally recognized source
ü Be
competent and authorized to operate the crane
ü Be
physically fit and capable of operating the crane safely
ü Be
authorized to cancel / postpone lifts if there are safety concerns
LIFTING SAFETY
Banksman / Slingers / Riggers:
ü Be trained,
experienced and hold a current approved certificate / license from an approved
and internationally recognized source
ü Be able to
determine the weight, centre of gravity and characteristics of a load
ü Be able to
inspect and determine whether associated lifting equipment is damaged
ü Be familiar
with different and correct slinging techniques
ü Know
correct hand signals
ü Be
authorized to cancel / postpone lifts if there are safety concerns
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