Lifting equipment crane selection the appointed person is responsible for the selecting the correct lifting equipment crane that will be required to complete the task safely. Oct 26, 2017 this video is an introduction to safe lifting operations with a focus on mobile cranes. The load must be within the capability of the lifting equipment you will need to calculate the safe working. Scope this procedure applies to all operations involving the use of cranes, lifting gear, hoists, fork lifts and telescopic material handlers. A back injury can have a permanent effect on a workers life. Safe practice of lifting operation in the hong kong.
Hazard identification and risk assessment are an integral part of planning a lift. Scene 3 lifting operation within safe working load. Failure of any loadbearing part of any lifting equipment is reportable to the health and safety executive as. Safe use of lifting equipment and lifting accessories. Identify the heaviest item that an employee must lift manually and use it to demonstrate proper lifting techniques. Scene 1 authorised lifting operation by appointed lifting team duration. Safe forklift operation forklift operators and employees working around these operations are at risk of hazards such as collisions, falls, tipovers, and struckby conditions.
Any manual or powered lifting machine, that is able to raise, lower or suspend loads, and includes the. This video is an introduction to safe lifting operations with a focus on mobile cranes. Lifting and carrying objects is common for many workers across the country. However, despite or perhaps because of the apparent simplicity and extensive use of these components, incorrect and poor specification remains a problem. The top three focus points for lifting operations are electrical hazards, overloading cranes, and unsecured loads. T he level of planning should reflect the complexity of the task. Lifting objects or manually handling materials puts workers at risk for back injuries. Effective ergonomic controls can reduce the risk and prevent injuries. Lifting, handling, or carrying objects at work can result in musculoskeletal injuries msis, including sprains and strains and other injuries. Safe lifting techniques you have probably heard about safe lifting techniques before, but knowing and doing are very different things. All personnel involved in lifting operations should be adequately organised into an effective team.
Specifically, it addresses how mechanical construction. This procedure is prepared to ensure effective management on lifting. Overextension is reaching out and away from the body which greatly increases injury risk. Guidelines for lifting operations supporting safe and. During the lifting operation, either the slinger or signaller shall communicate with the operator. Use this toolbox talk to discuss your facilitys safe lifting procedures and to remind employees to practice good habits every time they need to manually lift an item. Scene 3 lifting operation within safe working load guidelines workplace safety and health council. Hsfrm0039a introduction the following guide was developed to eliminate, minimise and mitigate fatal risks and hazards, keeping the public safe from harm and maintaining zero harm day to day.
Campus services employees should maintain the employee signin sheet in their departments safetyenvironmental compliance binder as a record of training. Campus services employees should maintain the employee signin sheet in their departments safety environmental compliance binder as a record of training. Understanding offshore lifting operations and engineering. Proper methods of lifting and handling protect against injury.
For items of rigging used in combination, the safe working load shall be that of the weakest item. Nov 09, 2014 scene 3 lifting operation within safe working load guidelines workplace safety and health council. This edition brings the document up to date with regulatory and other changes. It is important to make those techniques a part of your routine. More than 111,000 such injuries requiring days away from work were recorded in 2017, according to injury facts, an online database created by the national. Those arrangements are mandatory for all laing orourke crane operations and a copy of the booklet is held by the appointed person. Guidelines for creating lifting plan for lifting operations. True or false, fill in the blank, multiple choice, and multiple answers. It sets out what you should do to comply with the lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations 1998 loler. Sharp edges can slice a sling in two without warning as the load is tensioned. Stop the lift at anytime should an unsafe situation arise lift supervisor coordinate and control all aspects of the lifting operation, including the prelift job safety meeting. Use toolbox trainings to encourage safety environmental discussions during monthly meetings with employees.
Inspect sling before each days use, and as often as necessary during the day to assure safety of sling. Over time, safe lifting technique should become a habit. The safe capacity of lifting gear shall be determined and shall not be exceeded. A load is the item or items being lifted which could include a person or people. Safe lifting techniques should be incorporated for all workplaces because back and lifting injuries are a leading cause of missed work days. Crane supervisor lifting supervisor person who controls the lifting operation, and ensures it. Safe use of lifting equipment lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations 1998. Eight key areas that control lifting and hoisting safety. Purpose the failure andor misuse of lifting equipment has the potential to cause serious personal injury, significant damage to property and loss of time and money. Riggers must be aware of elements that can affect hoisting safety, factors that reduce capacity, and safe practices in rigging, lifting, and landing loads. Confer among personnel involved in the lift to determine if conditions are satisfactory for safe lifting operations. You need to think about what you are going to do before bending to pick up an object. Moving objects that are low to the ground such as items on the bottom shelf of a storage rack can put strain on the lower back.
Contractor individual, organization, or business, that signed a contract to perform a lifting operation. Mechanical or manual lifting device used to perform lifting operations. This manual is intended as a working guide for training workers and. Bp wind energy policies and procedures lifting operations. Adopting these practices will help avoid workplace injuries and will increase the ability of a worker to safely and properly perform a job. If performed improperly, lifting and carrying items can lead to injuries. If the lift deviates from the plan, make safe and stop the job. Correct lifting can move large objects efficiently and reduce manual handling operations.
Indeed it is one of the ironies of the lifting industry that it is not uncommon to see the safety of an operation involving. According to 2014 data from the bureau of labor statistics, overexertion in lifting or lowering caused an average of 12 days away from work 30 percent more than the overall average, and was the fifth. The safe operation of cranes health and safety hub. In this article, we will discuss offshore lifting operations and associated engineering analysis, safety precautionary measures, contingency plans, and challenges involved in lifting. Electrical hazards always have a trained supervisor audit the site, and mark a 10 foot radius around the crane.
A load that is swinging or rotating shall not be touched, for lifting operations performed. Shackles have been widely used in the lifting industry for decades. It will be indicated above the question if it is multiple answers. Crane operator responsible for the overall lifting operation. The process of carrying out correct and safe lifting operations involves a. Possesses a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing or.
The laing orourke a4 booklet the safe operation of cranes below contains the arrangements for the overall management of lifting operations. Forklift operations always operate the vehicle according to the manufacturers instructions. If the tag is not readable or is missing, do not use it. Safe use of lifting equipment golden rule 6 mechanical lifting. Guidelines for creating lifting plan for lifting operations wshc. Lifting equipment operator person operating the controls of a lifting device lift plan the documented plan of the proposed lifting operation lift plan summary drawing a simple drawing that collates the crane curves, or capacity at a given radius, the lift rigging and the lift locationoverboarding details. Proper lifting techniques for back safety grainger knowhow. This means that for each lifting operation a trained person must assess the lift before it starts, and the trained person should be authorised by the. Even small lifting accidents can be fatal if a job site doesnt follow proper procedures. The risk of injury increases when bending, twisting, heavy loads, and awkward postures are involved. A lifting operation may be performed manually or using lifting equipment.
This set of guidelines must be read in conjunction with the code of practice cp on safe lifting operations in the workplaces which act as an overarching document regarding lifting. The lifting operation must also be appropriately supervised and carried out in a safe manner. All lifting gear shall be factorymade and certified. A guide to shackles for lifting purposes turn your. Safety and health council in collaboration with code of. Presentation title 20032016 p 2 introduction experience as shown that lifting operations can be a hazardous activity if not properly planned and. Selection of appropriate lifting equipment for the job as well as the integrity of the. Operationalising lifting plan safe cranes operation cop. Apart from the responsibility of implementing the entire ehss manual and sops, the.
A lifting operation is an operation concerned with the lifting and lowering of a load. A lift, as prescribed in wpcgpro01 work authorisation. Following are the basic steps of safe lifting and handling. Offshore lifting is a common operation in offshore construction or installation projects at sea. Lifting an object from the ground is more stressful than lifting the same object from. Denton, which may be sought where an operation is the subject of an insurance warranty, or where an. In 2012, more than 68,000 cases involving days away from work occurred due to shoulder injuries, according to the. Safe lifting practices this is the 3rd in a series of safety tips sheets developed by the crane, hoist and monorail alliance concerning safe application and operation of moving loads. For capacity loading above 85% a lifting plan is required. Lifting operations our expectations reference material.
The planning of a lifting operation must always be completed to ensure that all the hazards and risks have been identified and the relevant safe systems of work employed. When the lifting operation is performed by use of an offshore crane, the lifting operation shall, as far as practical, be planned and prepared to be performed without touching the load with any part of the body. Incorrect lifting however, can lead to disastrous accidents. Safe practice of lifting operation in the hong kong housing. Check loads to confirm that they are free for lifting and clear of obstructions including the landing area for the load. The competent person shall formulate method statement and control measures based on risk assessment and crane manufacturers instructions for lifting operation 2. Repeatedly lifting or carrying objects above shoulder height can put unnecessary strain on the neck and s houlders. Contractual considerations standard hire the hirer employing organisation must. But in the grand scope of lifting operations loaders, forklifts, ropes, slings, and more were talking about way more injuries and nearly fatal incidents that can be avoided with. Page 3 of 16 1 purpose the purpose of this procedure is to establish the minimum requirements for the safe operation of overhead cranes.
Ensure that the crane hired is of a suitable type and capacity. The crane shall be configured to trip out or stop if 90% of the lifting capacity is reached. Whs42 safe operation of overhead cranes procedure document valid for day of printing only. Contractual control on lifting operation safe system of work key elements in safety plan contd c.
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