3.3.

4 Hoisting hazards
Lifting
The anchor winch is covered by the same safety regulations as crane loads. If the anchor winch is not
fitted with lifting equipment as standard, use only slings with a safety factor of 5.
Tensile strength of cables
The tensile strength of the cables of the lifting equipment for lifting the anchor winch must be 5
times more than the maximum weight of the equipment.
Certificates hoisting wire rope
Hoisting wire-ropes must be inspected and tested on certain intervals which are stated in Safety
Requirements for Material Hoists of each country. For Europe EU-Declaration 89/392/EEC, App. II
Interval duration to be checked and controlled by client himself.
For The Netherlands this interval is 4 years after commissioning of the equipment.
For USA is this at not more than 3-month intervals.
Especially hoisting eyes and fastenings of the wire ropes must be inspected and tested. Results of the
inspection are to be filled in as a certification record.
3.3.5 Fall hazards
Precautions to be taken when working on machine assemblies at higher altitudes:
· Identify potential fall hazards prior to each project and during daily walk-rounds.
· Pay attention to hazards associated with routine and non-routine tasks.
· Eliminate the need for fall protection where possible by rescheduling the task, isolating the
task, or changing the task.
· Emphasize fall hazards unique to the site, such as open floor holes or shafts, riser
penetrations, and skylights.
· Team up with other construction employers and employees to identify best practices and
share fall prevention solutions.
· Chose the correct ladder for the task, read the instructions, and be sure that the ladder is in
good condition. Check for surrounding hazards, stable footing, and the proper angle.
· Identify skylights and make sure they are properly protected.
· Contact your supervisor if you see fall hazards or have any other questions about fall
prevention. Do not work until unsafe conditions have been corrected.
3.3.6 Hand tool hazards
Hammers, wrenches, chisels, pliers, screwdrivers, and other hand tools are often underrated as
sources of potential danger. Hand tools may look harmless, but they are the cause of many injuries.
These injuries can be serious, including loss of fingers or eyesight.

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