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THE LIFTING &

MECHANICAL HANDLING
GUIDELINES
Improving safety and
effecting change through
collaboration
LIFT PLANNING FLOWCHART
Every lifting operation should be planned and assessed using the process described below. START

identify need for lifting operation

ACTION DECISION
RP

Inform CP of need for lifting operation

INITIATE
RP

Undertake initial assessment of the proposed

lifting operation
CP

YES Is there an existing LP/RA for the

lifting operation?
CP
NO

Review and modify existing

AND DEVELOPMENT
Develop a new LP

INITIAL ASSESSMENT
LP/RA where required?
CP

NO Are there any hazards which

Go to Review and Approve
are not common hazards?
CP
YES

Assess and document the risk and control

measures of these new hazards.
CP
Modify LP/RA to include additional
risk mitigation measures
CP YES
YES

ASSESSMENT PROCESS
Stop planning lift and

LIFTING OPERATIONS RISK

NO Can further mitigation NO
investigate other methods methods be identified? Are these risks ALARP?
of moving load
CP
YES

Finalise LP and RA for approval

CP

NO
Modify LP/RA as required Review and approve LP and RA

YES LAP

NO Has the work party reviewed

and accepted the LP/RA
REVIEW AND APPROVE

CP YES CLT

NOTES (SEE SECTION 2 RESPONSIBILITIES)

Complete toolbox talk with the aid
of appropriate TBT card
CLT

RP This refers to the Responsible Person who CLT This refers to the Carry out lifting operation whilst
identifies the need for a lifting operation and Competent Lifting continuing to assess the risks
informs the CP Team CLT
CP This refers to the Lifting Competent Person LP Lifting Plan After completing the lifting operation,
who will develop lifting plans and risk complete debrief to identify lessons
assessments RA Risk Assessment learned and communicate to LOLER
Appointed Person CLT
LAP LOLER Apointed Person TBT Tool Box Talk

PIC Person in Charge of the lifting operation at site. END

EXECUTE AND DEBRIEF
 Lifting and Mechanical Guidelines

Contents

1. Preface 2

2. Responsibilities 3

2.1 Responsible Person (RP) 3

2.2 LOLER Appointed Person / LOLER Focal Point (LAP/LFP) 3
2.3 A Competent Person (CP) 3
2.4 Person in charge of lifting operation (PIC) 3
2.5 Lifting Team (LT) 3

3. Planning the Lift 4

3.1 Define the lift 4

3.2 Plan the Lift 4
3.3 Technical Support 5
3.4 Lifting Operation Risk Assessment 5
3.5 Finalising the Lift Plan and Lifting Operation Risk Assessment 5

4. Equipment and Personell 6

4.1 Selection of Lifting Equipment 6

4.2 Examination and Inspection of Lifting Equipment 6
4.3 Selecting Competent Personnel 6
4.4 Toolbox Talk (TBT) 6
4.5 Conducting the Lifting Operation 7
4.6 Learn and Record 7

5. Training and Competency 8

5.1 Personnel who undertake Lifting and Mechanical Handling Operations 8

6. Monitoring, Audit and Review 10

7. Summary 10

Appendix 1 11

Appendix 2a 12

Appendix 2b 17

Appendix 3a 24

Appendix 3b 25

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1. Preface Lifting and Mechanical Handling Incidents continue to occur, and they can result in serious
injuries and even fatalities. Lifting operations must be properly planned, risk assessed and
undertaken by competent personnel using appropriately selected and certified equipment
to ensure they are carried out in a safe manner.

These guidelines are to assist in ensuring lifting and mechanical handling operations are
undertaken safely and include;

• Roles and responsibilities

• Supervision
• Planning
• Risk assessment
• Training and competencies
• Assessment of competence

Organisations must ensure that all personnel involved in lifting and mechanical handling
operations clearly understand their roles and responsibilities. Where deficiencies in training
and competence are identified the employer must take appropriate action to address the
situation.

Everyone involved has specific responsibilities and must be able to demonstrate the
required level of competency for the role and task assigned.

Step Change in Safety expects member organisations that are involved in lifting and
mechanical handling operations to adopt these guidelines as a minimum standard. These
guidelines continue to advocate that every lifting operation must have a lifting plan and
that it is authorised by a Loler Appointed Person.

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 2. Responsibilities 2.1 Responsible Person (RP)

Responsible Person (RP) has overall responsibility for the work activities. For example,
this could be the Shift Supervisor, Base Manager, Project Engineer or Tool-pusher.
The Responsible Person recognises or is advised of, the need for a lifting activity. The
Responsible Person should then inform the Competent Person of the loads involved,
location, timescales etc to allow the Competent Person to begin the planning process.

2.2 LOLER Appointed Person / LOLER Focal Point (LAP/LFP)

The LOLER Appointed Person / LOLER Focal Point1 must have an understanding of the
LOLER and PUWER regulations and how they apply to lifting operations. They must have
the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to plan lifting operations, undertake risk
assessments and conduct toolbox talks. The LOLER appointed person will review and
authorise lifting plans that have been written by a LOLER competent person. A site visit
must be conducted by the LOLER appointed person prior to authorisation. The LOLER
appointed person may or may not supervise the lifting operation but is the focal point
of authority for all the technical aspects associated with a lifting operation. They must
know their competency limitations, work within them and know when technical support
is required. Only the LOLER Appointed person should authorise lifting plans.

2.3 A Competent Person (CP)

A Competent Person, (CP) must have the applied skills and theoretical knowledge to plan
and risk assess lifting operations. This person must have the technical knowledge and
operational experience to select the appropriate lifting equipment to be used, and plan
how it should be used safely and within the equipment safe use parameters.
It is important that they know their own competency limitations, work within them and
know when technical support is required.

2.4 Person in charge of lifting operation (PIC)

The person in charge of lifting operation (PIC) has direct control of the lifting operation
and the lifting team. This will be a member of the Lifting Team, in the case of a crane
lifting operation this would normally be the Banksman.

2.5 Lifting Team (LT)

The Responsible Person will assign the members of the lifting team who will undertake
the task together with the Person in Charge of lifting operation (PIC). They must ensure
that team members have the correct competencies to enable them to complete the lift in
a safe and controlled manner.

Each team member has the responsibility to know and work within their own level of
competency to complete the job safely. They are required to attend and actively participate
in toolbox talks, carry out pre-use and post-use inspections of lifting equipment and stop
any operation if concerned about its safety.

The level of competency required to perform these roles are included in Section 5 of this
document.

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These titles may vary depending on Dutyholder.

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3. Planning the Lift 3.1 Define the lift

Identify Lifting Activity

The Responsible Person should identify or be informed of the need for lifting operations
and inform the Competent Person. The Responsible Person should also provide details of
the loads involved, their location, timescales etc., to allow the Competent Person to begin
the planning process.

Determine Scope of Work

The Competent Person must begin the planning process by determining what has to be
done, and the equipment required. This may require an initial lift plan, sketches, notes etc.
If additional technical support is required, then this should be obtained before proceeding.

3.2 Plan the Lift

During the planning process, the normal hazards associated with lifting operations should
be grouped together as common hazards (see appendix 1). The Duty Holder must ensure
adequate control measures are in place to mitigate these common hazards. These control
measures do not need to be included in the specific lifting operations risk assessment or
discussed at the toolbox talk. The lifting operations risk assessment and the toolbox talk
should then become more focussed on the lifting operation. The Duty Holder will still
need to have these common hazards addressed in a documented risk assessment and
within their safety management system identified how the operation of these control
measures will be audited.

Some duty holders have systems in place to categorise a lifting operation in terms of
its complexity, such as simple, complex and complicated. Such classification may be of
assistance during the planning process and gives details of actions that are required, for
example onshore lift plan approval. These systems are optional.

A lift plan should detail the step-by-step instructions and the equipment required to carry
out the lifting operation.. If during this planning stage the hazards identified cannot be
eliminated by the method detailed in the lifting plan or by existing control measures, they
need to be addressed in a lifting operations risk assessment and mitigations identified.

Where a lifting plan already exists, the Competent Person must determine whether any
changes are required. Any changes made must be documented in the reviewed lifting
plan and risk assessment.

If lifting equipment is required to be lifted into place, then a lifting plan and risk assessment
will be required if this activity is not already covered in the current Version of the lifting
plan. A separate lifting plan and risk assessment will then be required for the positioning
and removal of the equipment.

Where lifting equipment is manually handled into position, a manual handling, and where
appropriate, a working at height risk assessment may be required.

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 3. Planning the Lift 3.3 Technical Support

The LOLER Appointed Person may identify the need for additional technical support.
A technical review is undertaken by someone who has the necessary competencies
to make an informed and impartial judgement on the lift plan. This can be another
LOLER Appointed Person reviewing the lift plan or the involvement of a structural
engineer to check the loadings on beams/ laydown areas. It is important that the
LOLER Appointed Person acknowledges there will be limits to their competence and
they are aware of all available technical support.

3.4 Lifting Operation Risk Assessment

Once the lift plan is complete, the Competent Person must identify all hazards that
are not ‘common hazards’ (see appendix 1). Where such hazards remain, they must
be addressed in a lifting operation risk assessment.

The Competent Person should avoid recording all the ‘common hazards and
controls’ on the lifting operations risk assessment. These common hazards should
have already been recognised as continuously re-occurring and must be eliminated
or controlled by existing processes or procedures. This will then allow the lifting
operation risk assessment to focus on the specific hazards associated with the lift.
Following this stage, the lift plan and lifting operation risk assessment may require
further technical review. Where a lifting operation risk assessment already exists, the
Competent Person must determine whether any changes are required, any changes
made must be documented.

3.5 Finalising the Lift Plan and Lifting Operation Risk Assessment

The Appointed Person must review and approve the lift plan and lifting risk
assessment.

Some duty holder procedures may require the lift plan and lifting operation risk
assessment to be endorsed by a technical authority or management representative.

The methods described in the lift plan and control measures specified in the lifting
operation risk assessment must be followed to ensure the lift is carried out in a safe
and controlled manner.

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4. Equipment and 4.1 Selection of Lifting Equipment

Personnel It is essential that the lifting equipment being used is suitable for the task, is certified, and
visually checked for any defects etc before being used. The competent person must also
take into consideration:

• The configuration that any item of equipment or accessory will be used and any
subsequent effect this may have on the item
• Inherent risks to health and safety as a result of its use
• The place where it will be used
• Ergonomic risks

4.2 Examination and Inspection of Lifting Equipment

All lifting equipment and accessories shall have current certification and be subjected
to in-use inspections to ensure continued integrity. The use of a colour code to identify
equipment that has a current report of thorough examination is recommended and
regarded as industry good practice.

All lifting equipment and accessories must be subjected to pre, in-use and post-use
inspections to identify any defects. Where the personnel undertaking the lifting operations
are also carrying out these inspections they must have received appropriate training to
ensure they are competent to undertake these.

4.3 Selecting Competent Personnel

Only trained and competent personnel should be involved in lifting operations. Personnel
should be trained, assessed and monitored as part of a Competency Scheme. Section 5
details the competency standards expected across the various sectors of the oil and gas
industry.

Although the nominated Person in Charge of the lifting operation is responsible for
ensuring the lifting operation is carried out in a safe manner, all personnel involved also
have a responsibility for ensuring that the lift is carried out safely.

4.4 Toolbox Talk (TBT)

Prior to the start of all lifting operations, a lifting operation specific Tool Box Talk must be
held. This will be in addition to any other Tool Box Talks held in relation to the overall task
of which the lifting operation may only be a part of.

If possible, the TBT - or a relevant portion of the talk - should be held at the worksite, if
conditions are suitable. Where the workplace has high noise, poor lighting, or is likely to
be affected by poor weather conditions then a more suitable location needs to be found.

All personnel involved in the lifting operation must attend a TBT before the task starts.
Covering a review of the lift plan, control measures identified in the lifting and task risk
assessment and allocation of specific individual responsibilities. Confirmation must be
sought that all team members understand and agree with the detail in the lift plan and
risk assessments.

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 4. Equipment and The TBT should be one that stimulates interest and maximises participation. The allocation
of responsibilities will include the identification of the Person in Charge of the lifting
Personnel operation. Appendices 3a and 3b provide examples of Toolbox Talk forms which are
specific to lifting operations. If, after discussion, a change is required to the lift plan or
lifting operation risk assessment the LOLER Appointed Person must approve and record
any changes before the lifting operation can commence.

For deck lifting operations there may be existing lift plans. These will cover a range of
lifting operations that can be carried out by each crane, in terms of the designated
laydown areas and the loads that can be lifted. These documents should be available at
the TBT and confirmation is required that they cover the lifting activities planned to be
undertaken. If this is not the case, then either an existing lift plan and risk assessment
will need to be amended, or a new lift plan and lifting operation risk assessment will be
required.

4.5 Conducting the Lifting Operation

The lifting operation will be conducted following the agreed and approved lift plan, using
current and industry good practice. It is important that lifting equipment is only used in
accordance with the manufacturers operating instructions and these should be available
and referenced as required.

As a job proceeds, it becomes natural for an individual’s sensitivity to risk to diminish.

This is due to growing familiarity and the knowledge that the lifting operation is going
according to plan. It is therefore vital that the process of evaluating risk is dynamic and
that it is continuous throughout the entire lifting operation. Even seemingly small changes
in circumstances can have a significant impact if their potential is not recognised in time. It
is therefore, vital that a level of hazard awareness is always maintained. In circumstances
where an unforeseen hazard appears, or an unforeseen potential hazard is identified,
the lifting operation must be stopped when safe to do so. Contact the LOLER Appointed
Person and if, after discussion, a change is required to the lift plan or lifting operation
risk assessment the LOLER Appointed Person must record and approve any changes. A
further Tool Box Talk must be held to ensure all team members are aware of and agree
to the changes.

4.6 Learn and Record

Debrief and Learning Points (After Action Review)

The debrief and learning points should confirm that the job has gone according to plan or
identify any issues that arose so that they can be recorded for future use.

Everyone involved in the lifting operation must have the opportunity to discuss and suggest
any improvements to the lift plan. Any suggested changes will need to be reviewed by the
LOLER Appointed Person and actioned as appropriate.

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5. Training and All personnel involved in lifting and mechanical handling operations must be trained
and assessed as competent to the required standards. They will need to undergo regular
Competency formal assessments to ensure continued competence. Training and competence standards
should follow recognised industry or national standards where they exist.

5.1 Personnel who undertake Lifting and Mechanical Handling Operations

In order to conduct safe lifting operations to today’s high standards, it is important

that a process is in place which permits personnel to progress through the stages to
become competent to undertake lifting operations, and to maintain this competence.
It is recognised that lifting and mechanical handling competencies will differ across the
industry. For example, lifting operations carried out by drilling contractors may involve
different skills from those carried out by construction.

Personnel deemed competent may be required to use lifting equipment and accessories
that they have had no formal training on. In this case it is the responsibility of the duty
holder/employer to ensure that personnel are given adequate training, instructions and
health and safety information in the use of such equipment.

In the case of ad-hoc personnel employed on short-term contracts, there must be a

process in place to validate the competency of these personnel and, if necessary, update
and refresh their skills and knowledge.

There are a number of training courses available for personnel who undertake lifting
operations and those that plan lifting operations. OPITO or ECITB, for example, offer a full
range of training and competency and assurance standards for personnel who undertake
and plan lifting operations.

Categories of personnel who undertake lifting and mechanical handling operations and
suggested training and competence assessments can be found on page 9.

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 Stage Reassessment Reassessment Reassessment Reassessment Reassessment Reassessment

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Every 2 years Every 2 years (Workplace or Every 2 years Every 2 years every 2 or 3 years
Rigger OPITO Standard simulator) OPITO Standard Drilling Rigger OPITO or ECITB
OPITO Standard and workplace or Every 2 years OPITO Standard
Onshore simulator OPITO Standard
Assessment

Stage Stage 3 Competence Competence Stage 3 Stage 3 ECITB or OPITO

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Rigger assessment assessment on Banksman Drilling Rigger technical
OPITO Standard OPITO Standard selected offshore Slinger OPITO Standard assessment
competence Structural type OPITO Standard competence
assessment OPITO Standard assessment assessment
Onshore
Assessment

Supervised Supervised Supervised Supervised Supervised Supervised

Stage

2
Workplace Workplace Workplace Workplace Workplace Workplace
Development Development Development Development Development Development
and completion and completion and completion
of OPITO Rigger of OPITO of OPITO Drilling
Workplace logbook logbook Rigger logbook

Stage 1 Rigger Introductory Introductory Stage 1 Stage 1 Rigger ECITB Technical

Stage

1
OPITO Standard Training Program Training Program Banksman OPITO Standard standard training
and Introductory OPITO Standard OPITO Standard Slinger and Introductory course
training program OPITO Standard training program
and Introductory
Off the Job training program

Personnel Level 2 Offshore Level 3 Offshore Crane Banksman Drilling Personnel LOLER
Undertaking Lifting Crane Operator Crane Operator and Slingers undertaking Appointed
Operations Using lifting operations Person
Portable Lifting which form part
Equipment of Routine Drilling
Activities

Notes: This route is an alternative to a recognised Rigger qualification, eg S/NVQ Moving Loads / Diploma, it is not a replacement or equivalent.

The diagram above shows the key stages that an individual must pass through to achieve and maintain competency.

Stage 1 The first stage of all training comprises initial training and assessment. This is normally carried out at an onshore training
establishment - in the chart shown above, this is identified as Stage 1. At the completion of Stage 1, the level of training
is deemed sufficient for that person to conduct lifting operations under the direct worksite supervision of a competent
person as part of their Stage 2 training.

Stage 2 Workplace supervised training and the practical application of the learning obtained in Stage 1. A logbook is normally
used to record the completion of specific tasks for this workplace training.

Stage 3 A formal assessment of competency by an OPITO approved provider. This can be done on or off site.

Stage 4 This is a regular ongoing performance assessment to ensure that competency is maintained.

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Lifting and Mechanical Guidelines

6. Monitoring, It is essential that the processes and procedures for the management of lifting operations
are continually assessed to ensure they are being implemented correctly and remain
Audit and Review suitable. The techniques employed to verify compliance should include simple spot checks
and comprehensive audits.

To be effective, these verification activities should be carried out at sufficient intervals to

provide assurance that safe lifting operations are being undertaken. All elements of the
system from procedures and documents utilised to the actual practices employed at the
worksite, should be covered. The verification activities should include;

a. Associated procedures
b. Actual working practices
c. Training, competency and skill development
d. Equipment suitability
e. Organisational structure
f. Recording and implementation of lessons learned

The findings of the verification process should be cascaded to all those within the
organisation with roles and responsibilities for lifting operations.

7. Summary These guidelines offer guidance on the elements of a robust system incorporating
minimum standards. Regardless of the system used, the most important factors are;

• Competency of personnel carrying out the lifting operation is sufficient for the task
• Lifts are planned to ensure hazards have been identified and risks managed
• Lifts are carried out with suitable equipment, in accordance with a lifting plan
• Hazard identification is dynamic and applied throughout the entire lifting operation, if
conditions change, the hazards, risks and controls are reassessed
• Lessons learned are taken into account when planning future lifts

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 Appendix 1

Common Hazards

EVENT HAZARD CONTROL MEASURES

Failure of lifting equipment through Dropped objects All lifting operations require a lifting plan and this has to be
overload authorised by the appointed Competent Person

Failure of lifting equipment through
incorrect use
Dropped objects All personnel using lifting equipment have to receive
training, be assessed as competent and receive
reassessments as per industry standards. Instructions for
the safe use of lifting equipment to be made available and
followed

Failure of lifting equipment through
damage or deterioration
Dropped objects Only lifting equipment that has current certification and
colour coding can be used. Portable lifting equipment is
controlled through a rigging loft. Documented in-service
inspections are undertaken on all lifting equipment. Pre use
checks are undertaken on all lifting equipment

Incorrect positioning of lifting Dropped objects To be positioned only by competent personnel. Details of the
equipment positioning to be included in a lifting plan

Failure of lifting equipment suspension Dropped objects Lifting equipment only to be attached to certified steelwork
points or steelwork which has been assessed as fit for purpose

Swinging load Struck by load The use of tag lines – to be discussed at toolbox talk. No
touching of load until load is below waist height – to be
discussed at toolbox talk

Personnel enter danger zone Struck by load Effective barriers to be in place – discussed at toolbox talk

Positioning, operating and removing Fall from height Duty holder procedures to satisfy working at height
lifting equipment at height regulations

Manual handling Muscular strain Duty holder procedures to satisfy manual handling
regulations

Undertaking lifting operation Slips, trips and Duty holder housekeeping rules, inspection of worksite as
falls detailed in toolbox talk

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Appendix 2a

Deck Lifting Plan

TO BE COMPLETED BY THE COMPETENT PERSON

1.0 Details
Site Area / Location
Offshore Platform Designated landing areas: Refer to plot plans
Lifting Plan Number Risk Assessment Number
DLP-001 DLRA-001
Author Revision and date
Deck Foreman Rev A1 27/05/2019
2.0 Lifting Operations Description

The use of the East Platform Crane for lifting, transporting, lowering and final positioning CCU’s, IBC’s and POU’s
between platform designated landing areas.

All CCU’s IBC’s & POU’s shall have a fixed 5 leg lifting bridle

Definitions: CCU – Cargo Carrying Unit. IBC – Intermediate Bulk Container. POU – Portable Offshore Unit.

3.0 Weight of Load

Variable weights but within the capacity / SWL & radius of the crane on a single fall & Actual
double fall configuration. The variable load weights shall also be within the global Calculated
loading capacities of each individual designated inboard landing area.
4.0 Task Specific Pre-requisites: (use continuation sheet if required)
• Complete as appropriate
All Lifting Operations require the following to be considered but this list is not exhaustive.

weight, size, shape and centre of gravity of load conflicting tasks in area
method of slinging/attaching/detaching the load overturning/load integrity/need for tag lines
availability of approved lifting points on load number of personnel required for task
proximity hazards, obstructions, path of load environmental conditions including weather
Method(s) of Communication to be used:
Radio Verbal Hand Signals
Task Details Step by Step Individual Responsibilities
Steps Stage 1 – Position the crane boom above the load
Load Handler to inspect the load to ensure there are no possible
1. dropped objects, which may become dislodged when the load Load Handler
is lifted.
Under instruction from the Banksman, the Crane Operator shall
2. position the east crane boom directly over the load ensuring Banksman
the load line is plumb.
Steps Stage 2 – Connect cargo handling pennant to the load
The Banksman shall instruct the Crane Operator to lower down on
the load line until the hook of the cargo-handling pennant has Banksman
1.
reached a suitable height / position to attach the master link of
the load-lifting bridle then stop the crane.
The Load Handler shall now connect the master link of the load-
2. Load Handler
lifting bridle to the hook of the crane cargo-handling pennant.

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Deck Lifting Plan

Steps Stage 3 – Apply tension to the load-lifting bridle

1. The Banksman shall instruct the Crane Operator to slowly lift-up on

the load line until a minimal amount of tension has been applied Banksman
to the load-lifting bridle, then stop the crane.
2. The load-lifting bridle shall now be visibly checked for any
Banksman / Load Handler
anomalies such as twists or kinks.
Steps Stage 4 – Transportation of the load
On completion of the check, the Banksman shall instruct the Crane
1. Operator to slowly lift-up on the load line until the load is just clear Banksman
of deck level, then stop the crane.
2. The Banksman shall now conduct a visual check of the load to
Banksman
ascertain that the load balance and centre of gravity is correct.
On completion of the check, the Banksman shall instruct the Crane
Operator to slowly lift-up on the load line until the load is clear of
3. Banksman
the landing area (Banksman to be vigilant in his observation for
any potential snagging points).

Once the load is clear of the landing area the Banksman shall hand
4. Banksman / Crane Operator
over control of the load to the Crane Operator.

The Crane Operator shall now transport the load to a safe holding
5. Crane Operator
area and await further instructions from the Banksman.
Steps Stage 5 – Land the load at the laydown area
Under the instruction of the Banksman, the Crane Operator shall
1. position the load directly above the laydown area then stop Banksman / Crane Operator
the crane.
The Banksman shall now instruct the Crane Operator to slowly lower
2. down on the load line (Banksman to be vigilant in his observation for Banksman
any possible snagging points) until the load has reached a point
below waist height then stop the crane.

3. The load handler can now position the load into the correct
Load Handler
orientation for lowering as required.
Having completed this, the Banksman shall instruct the Crane
4. Operator to slowly lower down on the load line until the load Banksman
has landed on the designated lay down area, then stop the crane.
Steps Stage 6 – Disconnect cargo handling pennant from load
Banksman now instructs the Crane Operator to slowly manoeuvre
the crane until the hook of the cargo handling pennant has reached
1. a suitable height / position alongside the load to allow it to be Banksman / Crane Operator
disconnected from the master link of the load lifting bridle, then
stop the crane.

2. The hook of the cargo-handling pennant can now be disconnected

Load Handler
from the master link of the load-lifting bridle.
Under the guidance of the Banksman, the Crane Operator shall now
3. slowly raise up on the load line until the empty hook of the Banksman / Crane Operator
cargo-handling pennant is clear of the landing area.
The Banksman shall now instruct the Crane Operator to stand by
4. Banksman
and await further instructions.

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Deck Lifting Plan

5.0 Additional Input

Additional Technical Support Required (where unknown load factors exist and cannot be verified i.e. uncertified steel) i.e. if transferring from the crane
to portable rigging equipment.
Yes No
Structural Department input for the use of uncertified steelwork.

6.0 Lifting Equipment & Accessories to be used (Specify type and SWL)
Platform 40 Tonnes SWL East Crane
8 Tonne SWL Cargo Handling Crane Pennant
15 Tonne SWL Cargo Handling Crane Pennant

7.0 Lift Drawing(s) / Sketches

8.0 Common Hazards Specific to Lifting Operations

Event
Failure of Lifting Equipment
through overload
Failure of Lifting Equipment
through incorrect use
Failure of lifting equipment
through damage or deterioration
Incorrect positioning of
lifting equipment
Failure of lifting equipment
suspension points
Swinging load
Personnel enter danger zone
Positioning, operating and
removing lifting equipment
at height
Manual Handling
Hazard Control Measures
Determine the weight of the load and use appropriately rated rigging equipment
Dropped Objects
and accessories for the slinging method used
All personnel using lifting equipment must have received training and be assessed
Dropped Objects as competent. Instructions for the safe use of lifting equipment to be made available
and the Lift Plan to be followed
Only lifting equipment that has current certification and colour coding can be used.
Portable lifting equipment is controlled through the rigging loft. Documented
Dropped Objects
in-service inspections are undertaken on all lifting equipment. Pre use checks are
undertaken on all lifting equipment
To be positioned only by competent personnel. Details of the positioning to
Dropped Objects
be included in the Lifting Plan
Lifting equipment only to be attached to certified steelwork or steelwork which
Dropped Objects
has been assessed as fit for purpose
Environmental conditions to be considered. The use of tag lines – to be discussed at
Struck by load
toolbox talk. No touching of load until load is below waist height – to be discussed
at toolbox talk
Struck by load Effective barriers to be in place – discussed at toolbox talk. Be aware of adjacent
worksites. Ensure load route is free of personnel before lifting commences
Fall from height Client & WGPSN procedures to satisfy working at height regulations
Muscular strain Client & WGPSN procedures to satisfy manual handling regulations

Undertaking Lifting operations Slips, trips, falls Client & WGPSN housekeeping rules to be adhered to, inspection of worksite as
detailed in Tool Box Talk, awareness of surroundings and available escape routes

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Deck Lifting Plan

9.0 Non-common hazards which may apply to the lifting operation to be addressed in the Lift Plan (from initial assessment)
Hazard (Consider all phases of the operation from pick up to lay down of load). Applicable Eliminated by the method
This list is not exhaustive. detailed in the Lift Plan
Yes / No Yes / No
Unverified weight of load
Fragile load requiring additional protection during the lift or at lay down
Load has high centre of gravity or is unstable (delete as applicable)
Potential for loss of load integrity
Attachment point has sharp edges (delete as applicable)
Load has no dedicated lifting points
There are no certified suspension points for the lifting equipment to be used for cross hauling
from the crane
Lifting of chemicals
Restricted headroom or confined work area
Tag lines required, hands free tools to be used
Potential communications difficulties
Lift path is over hazardous live process plant / materials (delete as applicable)
Lift path is in close proximity to permanent obstacles (delete as applicable)
Obstructions in pick up or lay down area
Lay down area not adequate in terms of size or load bearing ability
Lay down area not within operating limits / radius of lifting equipment
Non-essential personnel can potentially enter the area below the lifting operation
Designated safe areas are identified ensuring ricochet and deflected hazards are considered
and correctly managed
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
WHERE APPLICABLE HAZARDS THAT CANNOT BE ELIMINATED BY THE LIFTING METHOD DETAILED IN THE LIFTING PLAN
THEN A LIFTING OPERATIONS SPECIFIC RISK ASSESSMENT MUST BE COMPLETED.
10.0 Risk Assessment
RA Number:
Task Based Risk Assessment
Sheet 1 of 1
Task Activity: Location:
Personnel Involved: Deck Crew and Crane Operator Groups Affected: Services
Assessor: D. Foreman Date: 27/05//2019
S CONSEQUENCES INCREASING LIKELIHOOD
E A B C D E
V
E People Assets Environment Reputation Never heard of Heard of in Incident has Happens Happens
R in the industry the industry occurred in our several times a several times a
I company year in our year in a
T company location
Y
No health No damage No effect No impact
1 effect / injury
Slight health Slight damage Slight effect Slight impact
2 effect / injury
Major health Localised Localised effect Considerable
3 effect / injury Damage impact
4 PTD* or 1 to 3 Major damage Major effect National impact
fatalities
Multiple Extensive Massive effect International
5 fatalities damage impact
*Permanent Total Disability
= Medium Risk / Do not proceed = High Risk / Do not proceed
= Low Risk / Proceed contact onshore support contact onshore support

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Hazard INITIAL RISK Controls RESIDUAL RISK
Step Description of Hazard description Who or what might Control measures and/or

LIKELIHOOD

RISK RATING
LIKELIHOOD

RESIDUAL
SEVERITY
SEVERITY
No task step & effect be harmed recovery measures

RATING
RISK
11.0 Review and Approval
Authorised by Appointed Person / LFP
Name: Date: Signature:
Position:
Person Responsible at Worksite for the Lifting Operation:
Name: Date: Signature:
Position:
Authorised by TA if Categorised Complex
Name: Date: Signature:
Position:
Comments:

12.0 Workforce Declaration

All members of the workforce must read and sign this declaration indicating that they have read, understood and will comply with the Toolbox Talk,
Risk Assessment and Lifting Plan. No deviations from the plan will take place without the approval of the competent person who has the required
level of training and has been appointed. If changes are required involving the Lifting Operation then the job must STOP, the competent person will
be informed, the job re-assessed, and a new Lifting Plan and Risk Assessment will be agreed upon and implemented if required.

WORKFORCE SIGNATURES
Name Signature Date Name Signature Date

13.0 Debrief and learning points (if applicable)

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TO BE COMPLETED BY THE COMPETENT PERSON
1.0 Details
Site Area / Location
Offshore Platform Level 2 Module NW02
Lifting Plan Number Risk Assessment Number
PRLP123 PRRA123
Author Revision and date
L.F.Pointer Rev A1 06/11/2019
2.0 Lifting Operations Description

Remove and replace Valve BV1652 and support associated pipework.

3.0 Weight of Load
Valve weight 1065kgs, Pipework north side 300kgs, pipe work south side 700kgs Actual / Calculated
(Delete as appropriate)

4.0 Task Specific Pre-requisites: (use continuation sheet if required)

Confirmation in writing from the Structural Department that the uncertified steelwork to be used to support loads is fit for purpose.
All process and instrument isolations to be confirmed and shown at TBT Stage
Spill kits to be available at the work site

All Lifting Operations require the following to be considered but this list is not exhaustive.

weight, size, shape and centre of gravity of load conflicting tasks in area
method of slinging/attaching/detaching the load overturning/load integrity/need for tag lines
availability of approved lifting points on load number of personnel required for task
proximity hazards, obstructions, path of load environmental conditions including weather
Method(s) of Communication to be used:
Radio Verbal Hand Signals
Task Details Step by Step Individual Responsibilities
Steps Stage 1 – Rig up for the task
A podium stairway can be used to access all overhead steelwork to
INFO Info
allow attachment / detachment of the rigging equipment.

To the structural beam directly above the valve attach a 3te SWL
1. Universal Beam Clamp, using a 3.25te WLL shackle hang a 2te SWL Riggers
x 6m HOL Chain Block. This will be LP1
To the structural beam 1.5 metres to the west of the above beam
2. and in direct line with the valve attach a 3te SWL Universal Beam Riggers
Clamp, using a 3.25te WLL shackle hang a 2te SWL x 6m HOL Chain
Block. This will be LP2

To the structural beam 1.5 metres to the west of the above beam
3. and in direct line with the valve attach a 3te SWL Universal Beam Riggers
Clamp, using a 3.25te WLL shackle hang a 2te SWL x 6m HOL Chain
Block. This will be LP3
To the structural beam directly above the valve and 500mm to the
north attach a 3te SWL beam clamp and from this hang a 1te SWL x
4. 4 metre wire rope sling using a 3.25te WLL shackle. To the lower eye
of this sling attach a 1.36te WLL x 629mm hook / hook turnbuckle.
This will be SP1

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5. To the structural beam directly above the valve and 500mm to the
south attach a 3te SWL beam clamp and from this hang a 1te SWL x
4 metre wire rope sling using a 3.25te WLL shackle. To the lower eye
of this sling attach a 1.36te WLL x 629mm hook / hook turnbuckle
This will be SP2

To the structural brace to the south of the valve attach a 1te SWL x
6.
3 metre wire rope sling in the double wrap and choke configuration
Riggers
to the free eye of the sling attach a 750kg SWL lever hoist
This will be PP1
To the welded pipe support to the north of the valve at deck level
7. cradle a 1te SWL x 2 metre wire rope sling to the eyes of the sling
Riggers
attach a 750kg SWL lever hoist. This will be PP2 Use rubber and
wooden packers to protect the sling
Roughly 1 m from each side of the valve attach a 2te SWL fibre sling
8. in the double wrap and choke configuration, connect PP1 & PP2 to Riggers
the loose eyes and take the strain

9. Have a 2te SWL steerable trolley available on the walkway below Riggers
LP3 to receive the valve
INFO See Sketch 1 Plan & Sketch 1 & 2 Elevation in Section 7 for layout INFO
Steps Stage 2 – Support the north / south pipe work
500mm south of the valve double wrap and choke a 1te SWL x 2m
1. Wire rope sling attach the load hook of SP1 turnbuckle to the free Riggers
eye and take up the tension
500mm North of the valve double wrap and choke a 1te SWL x 2m
2. Wire rope sling attach the load hook of SP2 turnbuckle to the free Riggers
eye and take up the tension
Steps Stage 3 – Remove the valve
Sling the valve using 1 x 2te SWL fibre sling in the double wrap and
1. choke method at each flange bring the two free eyes together and Riggers
attach to a 3.25te WLL shackle and a 6.1te WLL Master Link
2. Attach the load hook of LP1 to the master link and take the weight Riggers
3. Allow the fitters to access the flanges and remove all but 4 bolts Fitters
Once the bolts have been removed take some weight on PP1 & PP2
4. to open the flanges and free the valve Riggers
Once flanges are free remove the remaining bolts and lift on LP1 to
5. Fitters / Riggers
confirm the valve is free to lift
Connect the load hook of LP2 to the master link and begin to cross
6. haul the valve once LP2 has all the weight release LP1 from the master Riggers
link and connect LP3 to the master link and continue the cross haul
Once all the weight is on LP3 remove LP2 from the master link.
Lower off on LP3 to place the valve on the pre-positioned trolley;
7. once it touches down STOP and using 2 x ratchet straps secure the Riggers
valve to the trolley. Once secure lower off completely and remove
LP3 load hook from the master link

8. Transport the trolley and valve to the crane landing area for the
Riggers / Deck Crew
deck crew to pick up using their separate deck lift plan. Leave the
rigging attached for their use

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Steps Stage 4 – Install the new valve
Check the valve is correctly slung as per this LP and secured to the
1. Riggers
trolley then transport It to the worksite below LP3.

Attach the load hook of LP3 to the master link and take the weight.
2. Release the ratchet straps and make the valve free to lift. Riggers

Attach the load hook pf LP2 to the master link and then pick up on
3. Riggers
LP3 and begin to cross haul.
When the weight is all on LP2 release LP3 load hook from the
4. master link and connect the load hook of LP1 to the master link Riggers
and continue the cross haul.

5. As the valve approaches installation position alert the fitters and

Riggers / Fitters
allow them access to the worksite.
Under guidance from the Fitters manoeuvre the chain blocks to place
6. Riggers / Fitters
the valve in the installation position where bolts can be inserted.

7. The 2 x pull lifts may need to be adjusted to allow the fitting of

Riggers / Fitters
the gaskets adjust as required.

8. Once the fitters are happy and all the bolts have been fitted release
Riggers
the two pull lifts to allow the bolts to be correctly tightened.
Once all the bolts have been correctly tightened lower on LP1 & LP2
9. slowly to ensure stability. Then lower off on SP1 & SP2 before Riggers
lowering off completely on LP1 & LP2.
Steps Stage 5 – De-Rig
Remove all rigging and return it to the Rigging Loft for inspection
1. Riggers
and sign in.
2. Tidy worksite of all tools and rubbish. Work Group
5.0 Additional Input
Additional Technical Support Required (where unknown load factors exist and cannot be verified i.e. uncertified steel) i.e. if transferring from the crane
to portable rigging equipment.
Yes No
Structural Department input for the use of uncertified steelwork.

6.0 Lifting Equipment & Accessories to be used (Specify type and SWL)
2 x 3te SWL Universal beam Clamps 3 x 3te SWL S2A beam clamps 5 x 3.25te Safety Pin Bow Shackles
2 x 2te SWL x 6M HOL Chain Blocks 2 x 1te SWL x 4m IWRC Wire rope slings 1 x 1te SWL x 3m IWRC Wire rope slings
1 x 1te SWL x 2m IWRC Wire rope slings 2 x 1.36te WLL x 629mm hook / hook 2 x 750kg SWL Lever hoists
turnbuckles
2 x 2te x 3m Fibre slings 2 x 1te WLL x 3m Ratchet straps 2te WLL steerable trolley

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7.0 Lift Drawing(s)
Steps Stage 4/ –Sketches
Install the new valve

THE ABOVE THREE SKETCHES ARE NOT TO SCALE

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8.0 Common Hazards Specific to Lifting Operations
Event
Failure of Lifting Equipment
through overload
Failure of Lifting Equipment
through incorrect use
Failure of lifting equipment
through damage or deterioration
Incorrect positioning of
lifting equipment
Failure of lifting equipment
suspension points
Swinging load
Personnel enter danger zone
Positioning, operating and
removing lifting equipment
at height
Manual Handling
Hazard Control Measures
Determine the weight of the load and use appropriately rated rigging equipment
Dropped Objects
and accessories for the slinging method used.
All personnel using lifting equipment must have received training and be assessed
Dropped Objects as competent. Instructions for the safe use of lifting equipment to be made available
and the Lift Plan to be followed.
Only lifting equipment that has current certification and colour coding can be used.
Portable lifting equipment is controlled through the rigging loft. Documented
Dropped Objects
in-service inspections are undertaken on all lifting equipment. Pre use checks are
undertaken on all lifting equipment.
To be positioned only by competent personnel. Details of the positioning to
Dropped Objects
be included in the Lifting Plan.
Lifting equipment only to be attached to certified steelwork or steelwork which
Dropped Objects
has been assessed as fit for purpose.
Environmental conditions to be considered. The use of tag lines – to be discussed at
Struck by load
toolbox talk. No touching of load until load is below waist height – to be discussed
at toolbox talk.
Struck by load Effective barriers to be in place – discussed at toolbox talk. Be aware of adjacent
worksites. Ensure load route is free of personnel before lifting commences.
Fall from height Client & WGPSN procedures to satisfy working at height regulations.
Muscular strain Client & WGPSN procedures to satisfy manual handling regulations.

Undertaking Lifting operations Slips, trips, falls Client & WGPSN housekeeping rules to be adhered to, inspection of worksite as
detailed in Tool Box Talk, awareness of surroundings and available escape routes.

9.0 Non-common hazards which may apply to the lifting operation to be addressed in the Lift Plan (from initial assessment)
Hazard (Consider all phases of the operation from pick up to lay down of load). Applicable Eliminated by the method
This list is not exhaustive. detailed in the Lift Plan
Yes / No Yes / No
Unverified weight of load
Fragile load requiring additional protection during the lift or at lay down
Load has high centre of gravity or is unstable (delete as applicable)
Potential for loss of load integrity
Attachment point has sharp edges (delete as applicable)
Load has no dedicated lifting points
There are no certified suspension points for the lifting equipment to be used for cross hauling
from the crane
Lifting of chemicals
Restricted headroom or confined work area
Tag lines required, hands free tools to be used
Potential communications difficulties
Lift path is over hazardous live process plant / materials (delete as applicable)
Lift path is in close proximity to permanent obstacles (delete as applicable)
Obstructions in pick up or lay down area
Lay down area not adequate in terms of size or load bearing ability
Lay down area not within operating limits / radius of lifting equipment
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
Other: Specify
WHERE APPLICABLE HAZARDS THAT CANNOT BE ELIMINATED BY THE LIFTING METHOD DETAILED IN THE LIFTING PLAN
THEN A LIFTING OPERATIONS SPECIFIC RISK ASSESSMENT MUST BE COMPLETED.

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10.0 Risk Assessment
RA Number: PRRA123
Task Based Risk Assessment
Sheet 1 of 1
Task Activity: Remove and replace Valve BV1652 and support associated pipework. Location:
Personnel Involved: Riggers, Fitters Groups Affected: Maintenance, Production
Assessor: L.F.Pointer Date: 06/11/2019
S CONSEQUENCES INCREASING LIKELIHOOD
E A B C D E
V
E People Assets Environment Reputation Never heard of Heard of in Incident has Happens Happens
R in the industry the industry occurred in our several times a several times a
I company year in our year in a
T company location
Y
No health No damage No effect No impact
1 effect / injury
Slight health Slight damage Slight effect Slight impact
2 effect / injury
Major health Localised Localised effect Considerable
3 effect / injury Damage impact
4 PTD* or 1 to 3 Major damage Major effect National impact
fatalities
Multiple Extensive Massive effect International
5 fatalities damage impact
*Permanent Total Disability
= Low Risk / Proceed = Medium Risk / Do not proceed = High Risk / Do not proceed
contact onshore support contact onshore support
Hazard INITIAL RISK Controls RESIDUAL RISK
Step Description of Hazard description Who or what might Control measures and/or

LIKELIHOOD

RISK RATING
LIKELIHOOD

RESIDUAL
SEVERITY
SEVERITY

No task step & effect be harmed recovery measures

RATING
RISK

People 2 C2 C2 All personnel must wear 2 B L

appropriate PPE
1. Valve removal Spill of
hydrocarbons Asset
Environment 1 C1 C1 Spill kits on worksite, caps on all 1 A L
valves once removed
Reputation

11.0 Review and Approval

Authorised by Appointed Person / LFP
Name: Date: Signature:
Position:
Person Responsible at Worksite for the Lifting Operation:
Name: Date: Signature:
Position:
Authorised by TA if Categorised Complex
Name: Date: Signature:
Position:
Comments:

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12.0 Workforce Declaration
All members of the workforce must read and sign this declaration indicating that they have read, understood and will comply with the Toolbox Talk,
Risk Assessment and Lifting Plan. No deviations from the plan will take place without the approval of the competent person who has the required
level of training and has been appointed. If changes are required involving the Lifting Operation then the job must STOP, the competent person will
be informed, and the job re-assessed, and a new Lifting Plan and Risk Assessment will be agreed upon and implemented if required.

WORKFORCE SIGNATURES
Name Signature Date Name Signature Date

13.0 Debrief and learning points (if applicable)

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Toolbox talk card for a deck lifting operation

Installation / Location: Work Order / Permit Number:: Date:

Persons allocated the

Name of
responsibility and details
Task Person
of any additional control
measures
1. Discuss the specific lifting operations to be undertaken and Person leading the toolbox talk
confirm they are covered by existing lifting plans and lifting to confirm this with all
operations risk assessments. Should this not be the case do not
undertake the lifting operation and contact the competent person
2. Confirm all team members are familiar with the appropriate Person leading the toolbox talk
lifting plans and lifting operations risk assessments. If not work to confirm this with all
through these documents
3. Does the weather or other environmental conditions create any List the additional control
additional hazards? If yes can suitable control measures be put in measures
place or if not do not undertake the lifting operation Does everyone agree with
these?
4. Names of personnel involved in the lifting operation:
• Banksman
• Crane Operator
• Load Handler
5. Are tag lines required and who will attach them Name of person
6. Check the laydown areas for any additional hazards, identify and Name of nominated person and
implement the control measures to address these hazards detail any control measures
7. The route the load will take to be checked for any hazards, identify Name of nominated person and
and implement the control measures to address these hazards detail any control measures
8. Check condition of load for potential dropped objects Name of nominated Person
9. The pre use checks of the crane Crane Operator to undertake
10. The pre use checks and suitability of the lifting accessories Name of nominated Person
11. Check personnel are out of the area and barriers are put in Name of nominated Person
place
12. Are all radio batteries fully charged and spare batteries All
available?
13.What is the method of communication in the event of radio
failure?
14. Supervision of any trainee Allocate supervisor
15. Any new team members Allocate a buddy
16. Will hands free lifting be undertaken? If not ensure no contact Load Handlers/Slingers
with the load unless it is below waist height
Tool Box Talk Attendees
TBT LEAD 6

1 7

2 8

3 9

4 10

5 11

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Toolbox talk card for a Lifting Operation using Portable Lifting Equipment
Installation / Location: Work Order / Permit Number:: Date:

Persons allocated the

Name of
responsibility and details
Task Person
of any additional control
measures
1. Discuss at the worksite (where possible), the lifting plan or the Person leading the tool box talk
relevant part of the lifting plan that this tool box talk covers
2. Ensure everyone agrees with the lifting plan and that it covers Toolbox Talk Leader
the full scope of the lifting operation to be undertaken. If not,
contact the appointed Competent Person
3. Where there is a Lifting Operations Risk Assessment for the All
lifting operation discuss the content and implement the required
control measures
4. Are there any site specific, SIMOP’s or weather-related All
hazards that have not been identified in the lifting plan or risk Additional Control Measures
assessment? If there are any additional hazards identified agree
required control measures prior to commencing the work
5. Allocate specific tasks to the team members Team Members
6. Name of Person in Charge of the Lifting Operation
7. Is anyone else giving support to the lifting operation Name and details
8. Walk the route the load will take to ensure there are no Allocate to a team member
additional hazards. If there are any additional hazards identify Detail the additional control measures
and implement the control measures Does everyone agree with these?
9. Undertake pre use checks of the lifting accessories, the lifting Allocate to team member
equipment and their anchor points
10. Check the condition of the load and for the potential of Allocate to team member
dropped objects
11. Check unauthorised personnel are out of the area and Allocate to team member
barriers are in place
12. Identify the method of communication that will be used All
during the lifting operation and check correct operation
13. Supervision of any trainees Allocate supervisor
14. Any new team members Allocate buddy
15. Where applicable have the following been addressed: Tick where applicable
Required isolations / inhibits
Manual Handling
Working at Height
Confined Space
Others (specify)
Tool Box Talk Attendees
TBT LEAD 6

1 7

2 8

3 9

4 10

5 11

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