Document No.

GCSI-HSE-OPC-007
Department Reference
Revision No. 00

Effective Date 31Jul 2021

Lifting Operation
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1 Purpose
1.1 To prevent unauthorized lifting operation
1.2 To ensure employee safety and prevent serious injury or fatality in the workplace

2 Training Requirements
The following employees shall be trained on this guideline:

2.1 Maintenance Manager, Supervisors, Technicians, Helpers, and Staff

2.2 Services Manager, Supervisors, Foreman, Mechanics, Electricians, and Staff
2.3 Fabrication Manager, Supervisors, Foreman, Mechanics, Electricians, and Staff
2.4 Production and Plant Manager, Supervisors, Foreman, Operators, Helpers, and Staff
2.5 Materials and Logistic Manager, Supervisors, Coordinators, Foreman, and Drivers
2.6 Technical Manager, QA/QC Engineers, Laboratory Supervisors, Foreman, and
Technicians
2.7 QHSE Manager, HSE Officers, and Security Officers

3 Guidelines

3.1 Before the Activity

3.1.1 Inform the HSE Officer of the task requiring lifting operation.
3.1.2 Request for the Lifting Operation Permit from the HSE Officer and follow the applicable
precautions listed in the permit, i.e.:
i. Notify all concerned personnel of the planned activity
ii. Identify the personnel to perform the lifting operation, the signal man, the rigger
man, and the Lifting Supervisor as applicable, and brief them of the scope of work
and the following safety precautions
iii. Provide the necessary PPE and safety equipment, e.g. safety harness with lifeline
at all entrances
iv. Outrigger should be fully extended on solid grounds
v. Steel plate used on soft ground
vi. Capacity chart provided on cabin
vii. Wire rope are in good condition
viii. Rope clips are adequately secured

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Effective Date 31Jul 2021

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ix. Safety limit switch are in working condition

x. Safety latch and warning horn are provided and in good condition
xi. Windscreen of crane operator is clean and clear
xii. Test for the ground bearing pressure
xiii. Wind speed does not exceed 20 knots
xiv. If applicable, check if lock-out tag-out (LOTO) is implemented – Refer to GCSI-HSE-
OPC-004
xv. Determine any other necessary precautions based on the nature of the activity
3.1.3 Seek approval from the immediate superior then submit the filled-out permit to the HSE
Officer.
3.1.4 The HSE Officer shall verify that the above precautions are done. If approved, the name
or badge nos. of the personnel involved shall be included in the form. Otherwise, the
reason for declining the request shall be specified.
3.1.5 Upon approval, request for a copy of the form to be made available in the designated
work area.
3.1.6 Barricade the lifting zone and place warning signs before commencing work.

3.2 During the Activity

3.2.1 Ensure that the signal man has reasonable communication method with the crane
operator. Do not leave the work area without replacement.
3.2.2 The signal man shall check on the crane operator from time to time.
3.2.3 Consult with the HSE Officer as often as necessary to ensure safety while performing the
activity.
3.2.4 The HSE Officer shall have the authority to stop any lifting activity as deemed necessary
in consideration of the safety of all personnel involved in the activity.
3.2.5 In case of any incident and rescue from height is required, refer to GCSI-HSE-OPC-003
Working at Height.

3.3 After the Activity

3.4 Check that all personnel are safe and unharmed.
3.5 Clear the work area, remove any used tools, and ensure that it is left safe and free from
hazards.
3.6 Inform the HSE Officer once the activity is completed. The HSE Officer shall verify the
above and note these in the permit.
3.7 In case of an incident or accident, the Incident Investigation Report reference no. shall
be included in the permit.

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4 Associated Documented Information

Document
Document No. Document Title
Type
System GCSI-IMS-005 Operational Planning and Control
Procedure GCSI-IMS-013 Recruitment, Training and Competency
GCSI-HSE-OPC-001 Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Plan
Department
GCSI-HSE-OPC-003 Working at Height
Reference
GCSI-HSE-OPC-004 Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO)
GCSI-F-HSE-02 Incident Investigation Report
Form GCSI-F-HSE-22 Working at Height Permit
GCSI-F-HSE-24 Lifting Operation Permit
Circular GCSI/EM/05-01/18 HSE Violations Penalty System

5 Review and Approval

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

QMS Officer QHSE Manager Executive Manager

1.

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