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Amendment Date Revision Amender Amendment
Number Initials & Job
Title
1-May-13 B.02
20-Sep-13 B.03 1. Delete any section not related with
Vico Lifting Operation Activity.
2. Adjust some role and responsibility
3. Re-type some table and chart to be
more clearly to read.
Related Documents
Document Number Document Name
NSL 2008 Edition International Lifting & Rigging Hand Book
EAL Level 3 and 4 Handbook
VOP 1140 Procedure for Task Risk Assessment
Document Roles
Role Name Job Title
Reviewer B. Rahadian / H. Safety Manager
Simanjuntak
Approver V.D. Stefani Engineering Authority
A. Surachmat VP HSE&OI
P. Stegers VP TS
Consulted
This document will be subject to 36 monthly review and update, when document holders will
have the opportunity to express opinions and suggest improvements.
However, the document control system allows for continuous update of this document.
As such, any user may at any time identify an error or suggest an improvement using VMS
Document request form which is provided by VMS Document Controller.
All holders of this document are registered so that they can receive updates and keep
informed of changes or reviews.
Any suggested changes or amendments to this Procedure should be forwarded to the VICO
Lifting Authority along with the reason for suggesting the change(s). All suggestions will be
acknowledged and, if rejected, the reasons given for the rejection.
Accepted changes will be administered through the document change control system
employed by the respective function / division.
Responsibility of copyholders
HSE Repres entative Awareness eLearning UK, US and Norwegian Regulations, Standards,
and Industry Guidance
Area Authority for Operation and
Site Authority for Drilling
eLearning VICO Criteria / Lifting Rules
Lifting Engineer (LE)
Slinging/banksm an OPTITO training.
Lifting Authority (LTA) Relevant engineerings degree and
Site Lifting Competent Person Level 1 Instructor Delivered 4-day Combined Banksman Slinger and Rigging
(SLCP) and Lifting
LTA
Dropped O bjects(Note 1)
LTA Level 3 Instructor Delivered 3-day Rigging and Lifting | Technical Support
eLearning Cours es Equipment Certification (onshore, offshore and
subs ea)
Note 1:- SLCP with Drilling/WWI environment and Lifting Authority shall complete 3
day DROPS survey training in addition to the normal e-learning course on DROPs.
3.3.4 Lifting Authority Delegation of Duties
VICO Lifting Authority shall remain accountable, but may delegate his/her duties to an internal
or external resource provided that resource has proven its competency through the
compotency assessment and face to face interview achieving (Technical Authority)
competency.
3.3.5 (Execution) Competency
A. Contractors competency shall be assessed and reviewed by end user (contract
custodian) at pre-qualification and a system established to mitigate any shortfalls prior to
Contact Award.
B. The acceptable (Execution) competency requirements per position and for each category
of lift performed are detailed in Annex 5 of this Procedure.
C. Lifting Authority or competent delegate shall verify companies executing Lifting operations
have a written procedure in place to develop and train employees, maintaining an
adequate skill base. These systems are to verify staff turnover does not erode a minimum
competence level and an acceptable experience base is maintained.
D. Lifting Authority shall hold records of and provide post contract or annual contractor
company evaluations to the Segment Lifting Authority.
3.3.6 Lift Team Selection
A. Crane lifting operations shall be undertaken by a minimum of three competent people;
i. Crane operator
ii. Banksman / flagman
iii. Rigger / slinger
B. VICO Lifting Authority shall have the authority to deviate from Item A above where the lift
can be safely undertaken by fewer than three people, post risk assessment and
consultation with Site Authority.
3.3.7 Equipment Readiness
A. Use of lifting equipment shall be prohibited if it:
i. Is not currently certified
ii. Has been homemade
iii. Has been modified without an approved MOC
iv. Is defective / not fit for purpose
B. All lifting appliances and accessories shall be visually inspected by a competent person
before issue and use.
C. A system to verify equipment readiness shall be established by the Site Lifting
Coordinator through:
i. Inspection/examination
ii. Certification
iii. Maintenance
D. Cranes shall be maintained in accordance with:
i. Maintenance regimes as per OEM instruction (endorsed by the VICO HE
Superintendent)
ii. Manufacturers instructions
iii. Only be fitted with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) Spare parts,
lubricants and fluids etc. unless the spare parts, lubricants and fluids are
endorsed in writing by the OEM and approved by the Lifting Authority.
iv. Legal requirements to ensure that Cranes will comply with MIGAS certificate
requirements.
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v. Detailed 3 party inspection and manufacturers recommendations, giving due
consideration to the environment and component life cycle.
E. Lifting equipment / appliance shall be periodically dismantled/inspected and tested in
accordance with manufacturers guidelines, legislation and the requirement of the
competent person.
F. No Lifting equipment or accessories that is not a like for like replacement, shall be
purchased, rented or supplied through a contact without approval of the VICO Lifting
Authority.
G. All lifting equipment used, has been purchased to recognised standards and is
adequately constructed, certified and suitable for its intended task. Reliance upon
manufacturers and suppliers claims of compliance may be imprudent unless
independent rigorous audit and quality assurance checks have proven their reliability.
H. Site Lifting Coordinators shall have a system to avoid exposure to substandard or
counterfeit equipment, enabling full traceability of equipment back to the manufacturer
original certification.
I. Each site shall have a secure quarantine area, where all defective lifting equipment shall
be quarantined and effectively controlled and managed.
J. Each contractor shall have a documented wire rope management system approved by
the VICO Lifting Authority, which identifies the inspection and change out criteria and
tolerance of crane and winch wire ropes.
K. The VICO Lifting Authority shall have a system to define wire rope assurance for VICO
owned equipment, which identifies the inspection and change out criteria and tolerance of
crane and winch wire ropes.
3.3.8 Lifting Equipment
A. No lifting equipment shall be used without a unique identification number and the safe
working load / working load limit being clearly marked, allowing full traceability to current
certification.
B. No lifting equipment should be used without full traceability to valid report of thorough
examination.
C. All safety devices fitted to lifting equipment shall be fully operational.
D. A colour code system shall be used, which allows for refreshing/maintenance of colour
code which denotes that the equipment has been thoroughly examined and that a valid
certificate exists. This does not, however, guarantee that the equipment remains
serviceable.
E. If the safe working load is dependent upon the configuration of the lifting equipment, then
the safe working load for each configuration shall be either marked on the equipment for
each configuration or information kept with the equipment where it is readily available to
the operator ((e.g.) load radius charts in the crane cab)
F. The hoisting mechanism of a crane shall not be used for any other purpose other than
raising or lowering a load vertically.
G. Cranes shall not be used for dynamic lifting operations unless specifically designed for
that purpose and approved by the VICO Lifting Authority.
Lifting equipment comprises lifting appliances and lifting accessories and is further divided
into five categories, which reflect their different purposes, certification requirements, control,
marking, etc. These categories are:
Portable lifting equipment.
Fixed lifting equipment.
Transit equipment and slings.
Cargo Carrying Units (CCU).
Mobile Lifting equipment
This Procedure is aimed primarily at traditional lifting equipment e.g. cranes, lifts, hoists etc.
and components including chains, ropes, slings, hooks, shackles and eyebolts. The
Procedure will also apply to a range of other lifting equipment which is identified by having its
principal function to lift and lower a load or if it presents a risk similar to those associated with
traditional lifting equipment or operations.
3.3.9 Portable Lifting Equipment
A. Portable lifting equipment shall be defined as movable lifting appliances and accessories
for general use on site. ((e.g.), includes shackles, slings, chain hoists, lever hoists). For
shackles VICO only allows 4 piece shackles with valid certificates. This equipment shall
be stored and issued from a rigging loft.
B. This category of lifting equipment shall be inspected, maintained and recertified six
monthly.
C. In service maintenance schedule shall be used in accordance with manufacturers
recommendations / instructions.
D. Portable lifting equipment shall be marked with a unique identification number and the
SWL or WLL.
E. Portable lifting equipment shall be visually examined prior to use.
F. Portable lifting equipment that is incorrectly colour coded shall not be used and
quarantined.
G. The Procedure of choking chains shall not be permitted on any site without the written
approval of the VICO Lifting Authority.
H. Flat webbing, soft slings or chains shall not be used for dynamic lifts without written
permission of the VICO Lifting Authority.
I. The valid colour codes shall be clearly displayed at all sites in prominent locations.
J. Soft slings shall be colour coded by a method which does not cause damage or introduce
sharp edges
K. Paint shall not be used on soft slings or sling labels. Soft slings will be equipped with
proper tag lable.
L. The VICO Lifting Authority shall establish a system which defines the economics of
recertification versus replacement for smaller items of low value, ((e.g.), below 10 tonne
capacity).
M. All Lashing equipment shall be specified in (rig) moving plan (engineered) and specified
and visually inspected by Third party inspector at least every 6 months, who shall assess
it condition and integrity and make recommendations for its continual use, storage and
maintenance or replacement.
3.3.10 Fixed Lifting Equipment
A. Fixed lifting equipment shall be defined as permanently installed at the site, ((e.g.),
overhead cranes, pedestal cranes, runway / monorail beams, hoists, trolley beams,
suspension pad eyes, certified steel work, davits, man riding winches, utility winches).
B. Fixed lifting equipment shall be inspected, maintained and recertified every 12 months
unless it is subject to a written scheme of examination
C. Fixed lifting equipment used for personnel lifting shall be examined every six months.
D. Fixed lifting equipment shall be thoroughly examined and colour coded by an authorised
lifting equipment inspector.
E. Fixed lifting equipment taken out of service shall be clearly marked and undergo thorough
examination prior to re-instatement.
F. Fixed lifting equipment shall have a unique visible identification number or other unique
means of identification entered into the maintenance management system.
G. Fixed lifting equipment safe working load(s) shall be clearly visible to the user, marked in
Metric Tonnes.
H. Fixed lifting equipment approved for personnel transfer shall be marked as Suitable for
Personnel Transfer. (see Annex 8 Check List)
I. Fixed lifting equipment used for man riding shall be marked as Suitable for Man
Riding. (see Annex 9 Check List)
J. Any pedestal cranes or winches (eg. located on the drill floor) that could be used in error
for lifting personnel shall be marked not for lifting personnel.
K. All overhead gantry cranes should have their full travel path, marked on the floor using
painted lines and this area shall be kept clear of obstructions at all times.
3.4 Categories
A. All lifting operations shall be categorised as:
i. Routine
ii. Heavy lifting
iii. Complex lifting
B. Categorisation shall dictate the required level of:
i. Risk assessment
ii. Lift planning
iii. Training
iv. Competence
v. Approval
vi. Endorsement
vii. Authorisation
C. All Lift plans shall be supported by a risk assessment that complies with VOP 1140
Procedure for Task Risk Assessment.
D. VICO Lifting Authority shall agree and verify the categorisation of Category 1 (Generic)
lifting plans / standard operating procedures annually.
Lift categorisation is specific to the lifting environment and hence onshore and Marine lift
categories differ in approach as per the Annex 2, 3,5.
3.4.1 Lift Categories
The below flow chart is designed to aid the readers understanding of the lift categorisation
and approval process.
Figure 1: Lift Management Flow Chart
3.5 Assess
Area Authority shall verify all lifting risks identified are effectively managed in accordance with
VICO SSP for lifting through:
A. Risk assessment
B. Planning
C. Execution
D. Monitoring
3.5.1 Hazards Identification and Risk Assessment
Understanding the hazards involved is an essential part of the lift planning process. There are
often several different ways to perform a lifting operation. It may be necessary to perform a
formal lifting risk assessment to determine the best lifting method.
A. Risk Assessment shall conform to the process outlined in VOP 1140
B. The Risk Assessment for Category routine lifts shall be reviewed at least once per shift at
a pre-lift safety meeting and again at subsequent shifts until the lifting work has been
completed.
C. If the lift task or condition changes work stops immediately. A risk assessment discussion
shall be conducted to confirm that the original assumptions remain valid before the work
recommences. If original assumptions do not remain valid the Risk assessment and plan
are to be amended prior to recommencing work.
D. Prior to starting any lifting operation, a pre-job safety meeting shall be carried out in order
to assess the suitability of the lifting plan and to familiarise personnel involved in the lifting
operation with the risks identified.
E. Lifting Risk Assessments involving cranes and supply boat operations shall pay particular
attention to environmental and tidal conditions, as well as the crane manufacturers
operating Instructions.
F. Prior to starting any lifting operation, minor variations should be documented to take
account of current conditions ((e.g.) wind speeds, wave height, position of people and
deck layout).
3.5.2 Lifting of Personnel
A. Lifting of personnel shall include:
i. personnel that are lifted with cranes
ii. forklift trucks with personnel carriers
iii. Man riding winches
iv. Man Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP) / Aerial Work Platforms
The common terms used to describe personnel lifting operation are man-riding and personnel
transfer:
Man-riding refers to using a winch to lift and lower personnel suspended in a carrier
(harness).
Personnel transfer refers to using a crane to lift and transport personnel in a carrier
((e.g.), Personal Basket, Frog) from one location to another.
E. Lifting of personnel using a crane, regardless of lift environment shall be considered as a
high risk operation and be categorised as complex lift.
Lifting of personnel using a crane, shall only be used when it is not practicable to gain
access by a less hazardous means, rigorously risk assessed and fully managed in
accordance with strict procedures.
F. Lifting of personnel using a mobile crane shall be completed in accordance with BS7121
Part 3, which includes but is not limited to:-
i. The maximum wind speed will be limited to below 7 meters per second.
ii. Minimum hoist line diameter of 8mm
iii. Crane will be de-rated to 50% of its safe working load at the given radius and
configuration.
iv. Crane shall be fitted with dead man controls that allow for the crane movement to
stop if any control is released.
v. Load bearing hydraulic cylinders shall be fitted with a device to stop all movement
in the event of hydraulic hose failure.
vi. Crane control system can be limited to a maximum speed of 0.5 meters per
second in all directions
vii. Crane is fitted with anemometer to continually monitor wind speed
viii. Crane is fitted with an auxiliary emergency lowering system
ix. Crane is not fitted with free fall capability or the free fall capability has been
positively locked out and the key removed and given to Area Authority.
G. Lifting of personnel shall only be carried out when the risk of personnel falling from a
carrier, or being crushed, trapped or struck while being transported in a carrier has been
mitigated to as low as reasonably practicable.
H. Rescue plan shall be developed, implemented and effectively communicated.
I. Rescue equipment shall be readily available and operational at the lift location before the
lifting operation starts.
J. The VICO Lifting Authority shall establish a system that monitors and records the quantity
and type of personnel lifting operations performed at each facility.
K. Lifting equipment for lifting personnel shall be thoroughly examined for the purposes of
recertification at least every six months.
L. Site Lifting Competent Persons shall consult Area Authority before authorising any lift
plan which involves the lifting of personnel using a crane.
M. Lifting of personnel shall only be carried out with lifting equipment, which has been:
i. specifically designed for lifting personnel
ii. certified for lifting personnel
N. Crane operator marine shall:
i. Be of a competency to a Recognised standard for dynamic lifting operations (see
annex 5)
ii. Be briefed in the operation to be performed
iii. Check prevailing weather conditions, ((e.g.), wind speed, sea-state) to conform
with criteria listed in the installations safe operating procedures/lift plan.
iv. Perform a trial lift without personnel prior to the actual lift.
v. Perform a pre use inspection of the crane prior to the lifting operation
O. Persons operating or using equipment for personnel lifting (excluding cranes) shall be:
i. Properly trained (Reference Annex 5 of this Procedure)
ii. Deemed competent for task by Area Authority to a standard recognised by the
VICO Lifting Authority.
P. Where it is necessary to transfer personnel to or from a vessel, the Crane Operator shall
always have a clear view,( line of sight or cameras) of the embarkation areas, load path
and landing areas
3.5.3 Suitability of Cranes for Personnel Lifting and Personnel Transfers
A. Lifting equipment with a free fall mode that cannot be effectively locked out shall not be
used for lifting personnel.
B. Competent Person shall verify that the crane is certified and is marked suitable for
lifting personnel before each operation. (Reference Annex 8 Suitability of Cranes for
Personnel Lifting and Personnel Transfers)
C. Hoisting systems shall have a device, other than the load hoist brake, which regulates the
speed at which the load can be lowered.
D. Before a Personnel Transfer operation takes place, the competent person shall define a
communication method and verify that the operation has approval by the Site Competent
person.
E. Floating cranes should have suitable station keeping ability ((e.g.), multi point mooring
system)
3.5.4 Suitability of Winches for Man-Riding
Man-riding hand signals and pre man-riding check list are detailed in Annex 9 Man-Riding
Hand Signals.
A. Competent Person shall verify the winch is certified and marked suitable for man-
riding
B. Before a Man Riding operation takes place the competent person shall define a
communication method and verify that the operation conforms to the requirements of this
Procedure and local legislation.
3.5.5 Personnel Work Baskets
A. Standard cargo baskets shall not be used.
B. Personnel Baskets to be used shall be:
i. Suitably designed to a standard recognised by the VICO Lifting Authority.
ii. Colour coded and certified
iii. Constructed and certified for the purpose of lifting personnel
iv. Marked with a SWL and that it is suitable for personnel lifting
v. Securely attached to the crane,((e.g.), by safety pin, four part shackle, positive
lock hook)
vi. Fitted with a redundant sling, preventing a single point of failure of below the hook
rigging
vii. Fitted with internal handrails to prevent hands / fingers being trapped if the basket
swings against an obstruction
viii. Fitted with slip resistant floor
x. Fitted with internal anchor points for safety harnesses
xi. Fitted with inwardly opening doors and have a locking mechanism to prevent
inadvertent opening
3.5.6 Rescue Plans
Rescue Plans are critical if personnel become unconscious while hanging in a harness as this
can result in suspension trauma, which can be fatal in a very short period.
A. Rescue plans shall detail a method of retrieving personnel safely, in the event of an
accident or incident.
B. Personnel who are required to carry out a rescue with a descent / ascent device shall be
suitably trained in its use.
C. Rescue operations can introduce additional hazards, which shall be detailed during the
planning and risk assessment stage.
D. The following equipment should be considered as part of a rescue plan:
i. Alternative power supply to hoist
ii. Emergency manual lowering device on hoist
iii. Secondary hoist
iv. Rescue basket (for use with alternative hoist)
v. Full body type harness fitted with a D ring / lanyard suitable for rescue purposes
vi. Availability of another lifting device
vii. Emergency descent / ascent device
viii. Engage Emergency response team to confirm capability of rescue
3.5.7 Lifting Over or in Close Proximity to Live Plant
Lifting over or in close proximity to live plant is defined as any lifting operation where there is
a process safety risk of the load, lifting appliances and / or lifting accessories impacting,
damaging and / or rupturing live plant. Live plant is defined as equipment containing a
hazardous, pressurized, energized or strategic resource.
A. Lifting over or in close proximity to live plant, regardless of lift category shall not be
undertaken unless:
i. Operational Contingency Plan is in place
ii. Risks reduced to as low as reasonably practicable
iii. No other feasible alternative exists
B. Operational contingency plan shall define the potential worst case consequences in the
event of a dropped object or catastrophic failure of the lifting equipment, documenting the
mitigation measures to be taken prior to the lift and the emergency response actions
required in such an event.
C. Exclusion zone used during the lift shall be extended to match the requirements of the
operational contingency plan.
D. Operational contingency plans should be reused for repeat operations, where the original
operation lift plan, equipment, assumptions made and operating conditions are verified as
unchanged.
E. Cranes which are used to lift over or in close proximity to live plant shall be fitted with an
emergency lowering device.
F. Prior to any Lift over live plant or in close proximity to live plant the VICO Site Lifting
Coordinator shall confirm all safety devices fitted to the crane are recently
inspected/tested, or maintenance are up to date and the crane is fully operation, this shall
include but not be limited to the emergency lowering device.
3.5.8 Uncertified Steelwork and Lifting Points
A. Uncertified steelwork and lifting points shall only be used after an assessment, approved
by the Civil Technical Authority or competent delegate.
B. Uncertified steelwork and lifting points used repeatedly or periodically shall be:
i. assessed
ii. examined
iii. overload tested, unless approval is given by the VICO Lifting Authority and Civil
Technical Authority for verification by calculation.
iv. certified
v. colour coded
vi. marked with a SWL / unique identification mark and recorded in the fixed lifting
equipment register.
C. The Civil Technical Authority may establish a system to permit small loads to be lifted
from uncertified steel in defined areas subject to marked up drawings or tables of spans
and section sizes including any tolerance for out of vertical loading.
3.5.17 Communications
A. Methods of communication shall be:
i. Addressed and agreed during the risk assessment and planning stages
ii. Defined and communicated during the pre-lift safety meeting
iii. Tested prior to work starting.
B. Clear line of communication shall be identified between the lift team and facility
management and plan for unexpected events, ((e.g.), general alarm sounding during a lift
or an incident within the lift area).
3.5.18 Lashing and securing loads for land transportation
A. Each lashing point used shall be visually inspected prior to use by a competent person.
B. Each item of lashing equipment shall be visually inspected prior to use by a competent
person.
C. Lashing and securing of loads for land transportation shall be fitted by a competent
person. Guidance is available within the European best Procedure in cargo securing for
road transportation.
D. For Loads above 10 metric tonnes, loads that overhang the trailer, loads with high or
unknown centre of gravity or which need additional support ((e.g.) scaffolding) shall not
be permitted without a written lashing plan. The lashing plan shall be reviewed and
authorised by the VICO Lifting Authority or Lifting engineer.
3.6 Plan
3.6.1 Lift Planning
A. Lift plans shall not make use of process pipe work to bear any load
B. No lifting operation shall be permitted without a lift plan in full compliance with this
Procedure.
C. Primary considerations when planning or executing lifting operations shall be:
i. Safety
ii. Hazard identification
iii. Risk reduction
iv. Technically accurate and acceptable solution
v. Consequences of catastrophic failure
D. Lift plans shall be developed by a competent person with input from those involved in the
operation.
E. Lift plans and accompanying risk assessments shall define:
i. How the lifting operation is performed
ii. Identification and mitigation of hazards
iii. Safe system of work to be used, including identification of:
1. necessary equipment
2. personnel
3. resources
4. controls and actions
5. access to lifting attachment points
F. Lift plans shall consider the deck or ground strength required to carry out the operation
safely.
3.6.2 Lift Plan Considerations
A. There are many lifting plan formats in use; it is not the intent of this Procedure to enforce
a standard format. The following criterion sets out the level of information that should be
considered in a lift plan, generally and specifically by environment.
Examples of Lift plans can be found in Annex 11
For mobilization and de-mobilization each rig or rigless equipment will prepare a lifting plan
for mob and de-mob with a proper lashing plan.
Above that traffic plans for heavy equipment from the existing location till the next location.
The lifting plan will be reviewed and approved by VICO Lifting Authority
B. All lift plans as a minimum should consider or identify the below where applicable:
i. Name and job title of person producing the lift plan.
ii. Site name and location of lift.
iii. Lift category.
iv. Title describing the lifting operations.
v. Load weight.
vi. Weight of lifting tackle.
vii. Load centre of gravity.
viii. Number of personnel, roles and level of supervision.
ix. Method of communication.
x. Method statement or step-by-step procedure.
xi. Lift plan drawings and additional pictures / sketches if they aid understanding
showing pick up and set down locations including slew path and direction).
xii. Lifting over live plant criteria, if applicable.
xiii. Amendments section.
xiv. Detailed safe operating limits of the lifting equipment (capacity charts or curves).
xv. Crane capacity at selected (and worse case) radius and crane utilisation
percentage.
xvi. Applicable approval, endorsement, review and authorisation names, dates and
signatures.
xvii. References to associated documentation ((e.g.), pre-lift readiness check sheet,
risk assessment, contingency plan, rescue plan, permit to work)
xviii. Consideration of the placement of lifting equipment, plus potential consequences
of catastrophic failure or unintended motion of the load or equipment, with
particular attention to areas where people congregate.
xix. Assessment to whether to use tag lines, including their hazards and limitations.
xx. Tackle list or sketch - for non-pre-slung loads including :
1. Sling Tensions
2. Bending efficiency
3. Interface between accessories and Lift points
xxi. Pad-eye / shackle interface details - for non-pre-slung loads.
xxii. Engineering calculation ((e.g.), contingencies, uncertified steelwork criteria).
xxiii. Load integrity and dropped object inspections.
xxiv. Wind / weather ((e.g.), limitations of cranes, sail area of load).
xxv. Extreme cold or heat and de-rating of equipment.
xxvi. Exclusion zone definition
xxvii. Snagging and overloading hazards
xxviii. Verify the load integrity of lift points
3.6.3 Additional Onshore Crane Lift Plan Considerations
A. In addition to the 3.6.2 above it may also be relevant to consider the following:
i. Site assessment to determine soil load-bearing capability of the site, including the
lift area and the route to the area in the case of mobile cranes.
ii. Maximum allowable ground bearing pressure calculations and load spreading
details.
iii. Proximity of outrigger or tracks to underground services
iv. Weight of hook block.
v. Position of proximity hazards ((e.g.), overhead cables, roads and areas where
people congregate).
vi. Plan view drawing detailing:
a. Pick up, set down locations, direction and path of slew/load.
b. Crane location and set up dimensions.
c. Proximity of underground services.
d. Worst case radius.
e. Outrigger position and load spreading details.
vii. Side Elevation drawing detailing:
a. Head room limitations.
b. Boom clearance.
c. Tail clearance at slew path.
d. Height of load at worst case.
B. Both side elevations and Plan drawings should be drawn to scale.
C. Drawings should provide a crane details and load break down including but not limited to
the below
i. Crane Model
ii. Crane counterweight to be used
iii. Outrigger configuration (full / partial, free on wheels)
iv. Boom Length
v. Radius
vi. Capacity at worst case radius
vii. Maximum radius at expected load
viii. Load weight
ix. Tackle weight
x. Hook block weight
xi. Total load weight
xii. Percentage of crane utilisation.
3.6.4 Additional Marine Lift Plan Considerations
A. In addition to the 3.7.4 above it may also be relevant to the following:
i. Acceptable vessel motion limits.
ii. Vessel or barge mooring plan / DP limitations
iii. Crane / vessel set up location to load.
iv. Vessel stability. (See Annex 3 Marine Lifting for further details)
v. Communications Protocol for vessels entering the 500m zone (if applicable).
vi. Load and safety factors including but not limited to:
a. Weight contingency factors.
b. Consequence factors.
c. Hook loads.
d. Lift point and sling loads.
e. Dynamic amplification factors (DAF).
f. Skew load factors (SKL), if applicable
g. Sling and grommet safety factors.
h. Shackle safety factors.
vii. Bumper and guide details.
viii. Lift point design.
ix. Load stability.
x. Interface between floating lifting appliances and fixed structures.
xi. Critical clearances.
xii. Lift vessel ballast management including pick up and set down.
3.7 Review, Approval, Authorisation and Endorsement
A. Lift plans shall be submitted to the VICO Site Lifting Coordinator for authorisation.
B. Level of review required for authorisation shall depend on the lift category.
C. Area Authority or Drilling Site Authority shall decide if a higher level of review is to be
undertaken.
D. Site Lifting Coordinator shall manage and control the administration of approvals,
endorsements and authorisations.
Approval - signifies confirmation by a site competent person that a lifting plan is safe to
execute, it mitigates all risks and hazards, provides a safe system of work and is in
accordance with regional legislation for lifting operations.
Endorsement - signifies confirmation by a Lifting Authority or competent delegate that a
lifting plan is safe to execute, it mitigates all risks and hazards, provides a safe system of
work and is in accordance with regional legislation for lifting operations and that all required
technical support has been provided and incorporated.
Authorisation signifies confirmation by a site lifting coordinator that the lift has been
correctly categorized and that the lifting plan has been developed correctly, that the correct
management processes have been followed during the applicable approval and endorsement
stages and has adequately considered and mitigated all personnel safety and process safety
risks.
Peer Review - signifies a high-level assurance as part of the endorsement stage and is
completed by the VICO Lifting Authority or his competent delegate. It has been designed to
provide an independent view of high-risk lifting operations.
E. Peer review shall be conducted for lifts categorised during risk assessment as equal to or
exceeding 17 of VICO risk matrix.
F. The VICO Lifting Authority shall request Peer review from the VICO engineering Authority
for all lifts considered outside the normal working parameters of a region.
G. All Category Complex lifting plans shall be endorsed by either the VICO Lifting Authority
or competent delegate who is independent from the lifting contractor or work group.
H. No Category Heavy and Complex lifting operation shall be performed until the lifting plan
is authorised by the Site Lifting Co-ordinator.
Table 3 provides an overview of the planning, review, control, approval, endorsement and
authorization requirements.
Table 3 Plan, Review, Approval, Endorsement and Authorization
Complex Lift X X X
Note 1 : Routine Lifts will be audited by the Site Lifting Competent Person periodically
to confirm conformance with this procedure
I. A defined level of competency shall be required for the authorisation / endorsement of
lifting plans as below:
i. Heavy Lifting - minimum VICO Site Lifting Coordinator or Lifting Coach
(Authorisation)
ii. Complex lifting - minimum VICO Lifting Authority or delegate (Endorsement)
J. Where site based personnel have not achieved the required level, then duty shall be
escalated to a suitably competent person nominated by the VICO Lifting Authority or
delegate as appropriate.
K. Site Lifting Coordinator or coach shall audit Routine and Heavy Lifting operations at least
once per week
L. Endorsement of lifting plans may require contributions from several engineering
disciplines and organisations.
3.8 Execute
A. Exclusion zone shall be established and all none essential personnel removed
B. Where Hand Signals are used, they shall be in accordance with Annex 9 of this
procedure.
C. No Lift shall be performed without one person being identified as the person in charge
(limited to Site lifting Competent Person or competent delegate or Banksman).
D. Use of Cranes in free fall mode shall be prohibited. VICO Lifting Authority is
authorised to grant specific exception to this prohibition, if a written request is made with
an accompanying specific Risk assessment and lift plan for the proposed activity and the
Site Lifting Competent Person or Lifting Coach concurs
E. In all cases where free fall is used, an exclusion zone shall be delineated
F. Boom shall remain stationary during free fall operations
G. Pre-Lift Safety meeting shall be conducted to assess the lift plan and to familiarise
personnel with the identified risks
H. Effective and reliable communications shall be established, especially where personnel
involved do not speak a common language.
I. During Lifting operations personnel shall position themselves so that they have an
identified escape route.
J. Lift team personnel shall correct the position of others if they move into an unsafe position
((e.g.), areas under a load, areas where they might be injured by a dropped object or a
shifting load, between loads and walls, bulkheads or other immovable surfaces).
K. The PIC shall verify:
i. Lift plan perquisite, reviews, approvals, authorisations and endorsement are in
place
ii. Valid permit is issued (if required)
iii. Personnel involved or affected by the lifting operation have been briefed
iv. Correct equipment is available as detailed within the lift plan
v. Task is accurately defined in the lift plan
vi. Mitigations and risk control measures are in place
vii. Personnel involved in the lift have the requisite level of training, competency or
supervision
viii. Personnel involved in the lift have been briefed on their roles and responsibilities
ix. Pre-lift safety meeting has been completed and recorded
x. Communication method is agreed, especially where everyone involved does not
speak a common language
xi. Lift team have and are wearing correct PPE requirements
xii. Pre-use inspection of all lifting equipment and the load, including for potential
dropped objects has been completed
xiii. Exclusion zone is established and access is restricted to essential personnel only
xiv. Route to be travelled by the load and the landing area are clear
xv. Load is free to lift
xvi. Safe access to connect the load to the lifting appliance
xvii. Load is landed and stable before disconnection of rigging or appliance
xviii. Safe access to disconnect the rigging/appliance from the load
xix. Tag lines are only used after assessment
xx. Personnel involved in the lift are instructed that anyone can stop the job
xxi. Load is stable and secure before disconnect lifting appliance
xxii. Exclusion zone is removed and site reinstated
xxiii. Lifting Equipment has had a post use inspection
xxiv. Lifting accessories are returned to the Rigging Loft
xxv. Lessons learnt session is conducted
L. All lifting operations in the vicinity of helipads or its flight path during helicopter operations
shall be suspended during helicopter operations, crane operators will lower booms, shut
down engines and leave the crane cab.
M. In the event of an alarm sounding, the load should be made safe, crane operators shall
shut down engines before leaving cab and mustering.
N. Cranes shall not travel with width restricted areas unless directed by a banksman.
O. No lifting equipment shall be operated in wind speeds that exceed the manufacturers
recommended limit / instructions, where the load lifted could be adversely affected by
wind speed or the likely hood of gusts, a sail area calculation will be produced and if
required impose a lower limit for that operation.
P. The positioning of mobile cranes shall take into account any factor that could affect its
safe use, this will include but is not limited to:
i. Crane ground bearing pressure imposed, soil conditions, including load
spreading, underground services or voids.
ii. Proximity hazards such as Electrical cables, roads, building or areas where
people may congregate
1. Cranes shall not be positioned within 15m + maximum boom length of any
high voltage electrical steel pylon
2. Cranes shall not be positioned within 9m + maximum boom length of any
electrical cables carried wooden poles.
3. All distances must be measured at ground level from a position estimated by
eye to be vertically below the outer most conductor at a tower or pole position
and should include an allowance for the load.
i. The effect of wind both in service and out of service
ii. The suitability of access and egress for placing / erecting the crane and removal /
dismantling after the operation is complete.
Q. In the event of a thunder / lightning storm cranes operations shall be suspended and
crane booms stowed.
R. Dismantling operations shall be classified as either returnable or non-returnable loads,
item should not be dismantled from a point above ground unless it is possible to return it
to its original position (returnable), where this is unavoidable (non-returnable) and weight
contingency allowance of 100% shall be added to the calculated weight of the load, where
it is possible to return the load and allowance of 20% shall be added if there is the
possibility of process material build up.
S. Crane used to perform tandem lifting operations shall be de-rated by a minimum of 20%
to allow for possible unintended load transfer.
Lift guidance is given in International Lifting and Rigging Hand Book as mentioned in
reference list
3.9 Monitor, Learn and Take Corrective Action
A. Each site shall monitor compliance with this Procedure, local legislation, through a robust
and rigorous assurance and self-verification system.
B. Significant lifting related incidents and accidents shall be reported to VICO Lifting
Authority allowing the Community of Practice to be briefed on learnings to help prevent
re-occurrence. The Engineering Authority will chair this meeting.
C. All lifting related internal and external incident / accident reports and safety alerts,
supplied to VICO Lifting Authority shall be forwarded to VICO Engineering Authority for
central review and distributed with the appropriate action.
D. The VICO Lifting Authority shall establish a system that provides information on the safety
performance achieved for lifting operations within their area of responsibility building on
the KPIs identified and recorded at each site.
E. VICO Lifting Authority shall submit statistics (Assurance Report) to the VICO Engineering
Authority on a quarterly basis.
F. Everyone involved in the operation shall have the opportunity to discuss and record
applicable improvements on the lift plan.
G. Any learning points recorded on the lift plan shall be reviewed by the Site Lifting
Coordinator or Lifting Coach and where appropriate, actions taken and communicated to
all relevant personnel and the lift plan revised.
3.10 Assurance
A. VICO Lifting Authority or competent delegate shall complete a technical review of each
area at least once per year.
B. VICO Lifting Authority or competent delegate shall complete a technical reviews of each
facilities within that area to the following schedule:-
i. The maximum duration between Technical Reviewed for facilities with a
conformance score of 5 is set at 3 years
ii. The maximum duration between Technical Reviewed for facilities with a
conformance score of 4 is set at 2 years
iii. The maximum duration between Technical Reviewed for facilities with a
conformance score of below 3 is set at 1 year
C. Technical review results shall be sent to VICO Engineering Authority within 30 days of
completion.
D. Technical review results shall be analysed and published in the form of a Report with
summary and recommendations that requires follow up will be registers in VICO CAR
system.
Technical review process to be revised every year and designed to demonstrate a record of
regional improvement, against previous technical reviews, setting new goals for the following
year.
3.11 Self-Verification System
Self-verification is the completion of assessments and audits of operating performance and
management processes to assure compliance with VMS requirements and regional
legislation, driving risk reduction and performance quality.
A. VICO Area Authority shall establish a system to provide self-verification which accurately
monitors lifting contractors conformance with VMS requirements
B. Self-verification system shall include, but is not limited to:
i. Authorisation of all lift Plans (Note Routine Lift plans are sampled)
ii. Facility management, Site Lifting Co-ordinator and safety representative audits
iii. Periodic assessments of generic lifting plans
iv. Periodic self-performance audits by the lifting contractor.
v. Recording actions taken in response to lifting incidents, accidents and lessons
learned
vi. Recording all defects and remedial actions
vii. Recording of KPIs
3.12 Documentation
A. Each facility shall have the below documents available on demand at site in a language
which is understood by the site staff:
i. People
1. Competency certificates and authorisation list
ii. Plant
1. Copy of valid lifting equipment certificate or a written scheme of verification if
applicable
2. Register of lifting equipment (fixed and portable) on site, making note of its
current status, (i.e.), In Use, Quarantined or Out of Service
3. Appliance operating manuals and maintenance procedures.
4. Crane load / range duty charts, readily available within or next to the
operating cab / platform at all times
5. A register of Third Party lifting equipment, current valid certificates
6. Copy of original thorough examination reports by hard copy or electronic
means
3.13 Lifting Community of Practices
A. VICO Lifting Authority shall establish and attend or provide representation to the
Technical Authority Community of Practice teleconferences and Face to Face meeting.
B. VICO Lifting Authority shall develop a VICO Lifting Community of Practice to ensure that
learnings and best Procedures are effectively communicated to every site, asset or
location where lifting operations are conducted within their area of responsibility.
3.14 Legal Requirements
A. All sites in the VICO PCS' shall operate in conformance to the LOLER Regulations and
BS7121 or Local Legislation whichever is most stringent.
If any element in this Procedure conflicts with an applicable legislative or regulatory
requirement, it is necessary to comply with that requirement. If following an element
would exceed any applicable requirement, this should be carried out as long as
compliance with those requirements is achieved.
3.14.1 Deviation from Requirements
A. Deviations shall be requested through the VICO Lifting Authority who will seek the
necessary authorization.
B. Deviation from this Procedure shall be justified through formal risk assessment, including
defining and documenting the risk reduction measures that are to be applied
3.14.2 Interpretation
Questions of interpretation should be directed in writing to the VICO Lifting Authority for this
Procedure for the purposes of clarification.
Annex 1 Standard Usage Definitions
The following terms are used with the following meanings in this particular Procedure. An up-
to-date Glossary of Vico Management System (VMS) terms may be found at the following
VICO intranet.
Term Definition
Blind Lift A lift where at any point in time during the lifting operation the
appliance operator cannot directly see the load.
Cargo Carrying Unit (CC U) Portable unit with dedicated sling set for repeated use in the
transportation of goods or equipment handled in open seas to,
from or between fixed and / or floating installations and ships.
Component Cy cle Life The amount of cycles a component has been designed to
withstand, (i.e.) light duty or heavy duty.
Crane Utilisation This the percentage of the crane capacity as per the load
chart/curve used considering the maximum load to be lifted
including any factors or c ontingencies applicable.
Determinate Lift A lift where the slinging arrangement is such that the sling loads
are statically determinate (calculable), and are not significantly
affected by minor differences in sling length or elasticity.
Dynamic Amplification Factor The factor by which the gross load weight is multiplied, to
(DAF) account for accelerations and impacts during the lifting operation.
Effectively Locked Out A system which prevents inadvertent activation during operation.
Excavator Means a powered machine for digging earth, gravel, sand, etc.,
e.g. JCB, or caterpillar.
Free fall C apability A means of releasing the hoist brake completely to lower the load
or hooks, with gravity and inertia allowing the load or hook to
descend. Free fall is uncontrolled lowering, as opposed to
controlled load lowering where the operator uses the machine
gearing or a hydraulic means of control.
Heavy Lift Means any Lift that is above the normal weight or complexity
performed by the region or above 10 Tonnes in weight.
Heavy Lift Crane Assembled on Means any Lifting Appliance which requires an assist crane
Site during assemble/erection on site or any crane using super lift.
(excluding fly jib installation or c ounterweight).
Heavy Lift Vessel Means a vessel or barge crane which is used to lift a load onto a
an offshore facility.
M ajor Lift Means all lifts where one of the below applies
Task Risk Assessment (TRA) Process used to identify, analyse and record the steps involved
in performing a specific job, the existing or potential health,
safety and environmental hazards and risks ass ociated with each
step, and the recomm ended action(s) / procedure(s) that
mitigates or reduces the identified hazards and risks.
Lifting Appliance Any mechanical device capable of raising or lowering a load, e.g.
cranes, jacks, , pad eyes, forklift trucks, SPMTs, powered hoists,
manual hoists, lever hoists, beam trolleys, beam clamps, sheave
blocks, winches, runway beams, mono-rail hoists, etc.
Lifting Equipm ent Includes lifting appliances (equipment performing the lifting) and
lifting accessories (devices that connect the load to the lifting
applianc e).
Load Chart Diagram or table showing the rated capacity relative to the
radius, environmental conditions, out of plane influences and
type of operation.
Load bearing pressure Load when placed on deck/ground could exceed the strength of
the Deck, ground or Structure supporting it, or requires the use of
load spreading to reduce load to below deck strength or
maximum allowable Ground bearing pressure
Long Term Rental Defined as a period of rental of over two months or repeat visits
(more than six periods of 1 week) to a site over a period of in
excess of one year
Person in Charge Person with the applicable competency level, who is required to
take responsibility for a lifting operation.
Pre lift Safety M eeting See Tool Box Talk below
Pre-use Inspection A visual check and, where necessary, a function check of the
lifting equipment by a competent person before each use
Proximity Hazards Means - Overhead Power Cable, Public Roads, Railways etc.
Safe Working Load (SWL) The maximum load (as determined by a competent person) that
an item of lifting equipment or system may raise, lower or in a
given configuration or environmental c ondition (see W LL below)
.
Stability Angle The Stability angle is defined as the maximum angle the
transportation could lean before becoming unstable when on
level ground, Stability angle is considered as either through
limitations on tipping or strength.
Sufficiently Independent Free from influence, either commercial or authority from the
contractor executing the work.
Tag Lines Rope attached to loads to aid in their orientation during lifting.
Toolbox Talk (pre Lift Safety Short, daily discussions or presentations, focused on task-
M eeting) specific topics and provides an opportunity for supervisor to
emphasise the importance of particular issues or procedures,
and for personnel to ask questions or make comments.
Uncertified Steelwork Any item used for suspending or supporting a lifting appliance
that does not have a valid test certificate or supporting
calculations.
Utilisation Means the percentage of crane capacity used against the rated
capacity from the capacity chart for the given configuration and
radius.
Weight and Centre of Gravity Defined, documented system, in accordance with current
Control industry Procedures, in order to derive correct loads for the
design of rigging and lift points.
Working Load Limit (WLL) Maximum load that an lifting equipment is designed to raise
lower or suspend. The W LL does not account for particular
service conditions which may affect the final rating of the
equipm ent.
Annex 2 Onshore Lifting
Annex 3 Marine Lifting
Marine Lifting operations are subject to the below categorization.
Lift Categorization Flow Chart Marine Lifting /Lifting in Air
Vessel Stability
A. Vessel stability shall be taken into consideration for all Marine Lifting Operations. The
effects of raising loads from the deck and landing them elsewhere may affect the
vessels motion, trim, heel and stability, depending on the weight of the load in relation
to the size of the vessel and the height and position of the boom head in relation to the
centre of gravity of the vessel. This can be of note for even relatively small loads,
increasing in significance for heavy lift operations.
B. If the lift is transferred to another floating unit the effects can be further complicated. Lift
plans shall include proper consideration of effects on and from the stability of the
vessel(s).
C. In addition due consideration shall be given to any effect on the lifting equipment due to
changes in the stability of vessels.
Annex 4 Lifting in DRL and WWI Onshore Operations
This Annex includes additional information regarding DRL and WWI Lifting.
The use of permanently installed drilling equipment (e.g. the draw works, bridge racker and
iron roughneck) is already covered in existing drilling documents; their competence and
management controls are excluded from this document.
Roles and Responsibilities
A. The roles and responsibilities and competencies for Drilling lifting shall be in accordance
with section 3.3.1 with the below personnel taking the role of
Article I. VICO Area Authority shall mean VICO Well Site Company man
Article II. Site Lifting Competent Person shall mean Senior Tool Pusher or Competent
Delegate.
Article III. Banksman / person in charge shall mean Driller or Assistant Driller
Article IV. Slinger (Load Handler) shall mean Roughneck.
Annex 5 VICO and Contractors Competency
VICO Lifting Coordinator Category 1 & 2(independent) Certificate Slinging and Banks
Category 3 (with man ,
endors ement)
VICO HSE R epresentative Self-Verific ation Only Certificate Slinging and Banks
m an
VICO Area Authority Self-Verific ation Only Certificate Slinging and Banks
man ,
Nationally Recognised Units of Competency / Qualifications that are equivalent to the below International Competency
shall be assessed prior to acceptance by the VICO Lifting Authority,
(E.G) Australian CPC Scheme.
Fork-lift Operator Fork lift Licensed certificate forklift operator and DDT training VICO
Rigging Loft Controller N/A Pre Use Equipment Inspection Courses (applicable to the equipment held
in Rigging Loft. VICO internally.
And
Personnel fitness.
Insufficient number of personnel.
Unsafe positioning.
Non-compliance with the lift plan, control of work and company Procedures.
Incorrect instructions.
Non-returnable lifts.
Instability.
Sharp edges.
Overturning.
Proximity H azards.
Changes in Unexpected increase or reduction in the load (e.g. flooding, Load transfer,
Load splash zone).
Dynamic loading.
Snagging / impingement.
Site conditions
Adjacent structures .
Overhead cables.
Ground collapse.
Underground services.
Blind lifts.
W orking at height
2 Are all the necessary certificates for the crane, crane wire ropes,
slings and other associated equipment current?
5 Are all the safety features and systems working properly e.g.
Rated Capacity Indicators, overhoist lim iters, etc.?
If the answer to all of the questions overleaf is Yes, the crane is suitable for lifting of personnel
and should be marked accordingly.
If the answer to any of the questions overleaf is No, the crane is not suitable for lifting of
pers onnel and shall be m arked accordingly.
Personnel Lifting / Personnel Transfer Date:
All persons involved in the Personnel Lifting operation shall be involved in the completion of the checklist YES NO
1 Have the reasons for personnel lifting and job objectives been adequately explained to you?
2 Have you reviewed the Risk Assessment and the Specific Plan / Procedure for personnel Lifting?
3 Are the current environmental conditions suitable for performing the activities?
4 Have you attended a toolbox talk with all the people involved?
5 Have you created / reviewed the rescue plan and examined the associated equipment?
8 Have all other planned activities that may interfere with Personnel Lifting been stopped?
9 Have 'DO NOT USE' warning signs been placed on any other machinery which may interfere with /
compromise the safety of the operation (machinery isolated if possible)?
10 If 'over the side' working is possible has a standby boat been notified?
11 Have the radios been checked and tested, using a dedicated channel?
13 Is the Crane marked Suitable for Personnel Lifting and is the crane certification in date?
14 Is the Crane Operator aware that they shall not leave the crane while the person is being lifted.
nd
15 Is a 2 Crane Driver available in the event of illness ?
16 Are the loose items tied off to the harness / rider securely?
18 Is the carrier marked with SW L / number of people suitable for Personnel Lifting
You shall answer YES to all the above and / or qualify any NO answer before commencing with a man-riding or personnel
transf er operation.
C om ments:
3 Drum guard
4 Spooling device
All persons involved in the man-riding operation shall be involved in the completion of the YES NO
checklist
1 Have the reasons for personnel lifting and job objectives been adequately explained to you?
2 Have you reviewed the Risk Assessment and the Specific Plan / Procedure for man-riding?
3 Are the current environmental conditions suitable for performing man-riding activities?
4 Have you attended a toolbox talk with all the people involved?
5 Have you created / reviewed the rescue plan and examined the associated equipment?
8 Have all other planned activities that may interfere with man-riding been stopped?
9 Have 'DO NOT USE' warning signs been placed on any other machinery which may
interfere with / compromise the safety of the operation (machinery isolated if possible)?
10 If 'over the side' working is possible has a standby boat been notified?
11 Have the hand signals for RAISE, STOP and LOW ER been agreed by all involved?
12 Has the winch operator agreed the principle of 'NO SIGNAL = NO MOVEMENT'?
13 If using Radios - have the RAISE, STOP and LOW ER commands been agreed with by all
involved?
14 Have the radios been checked and tested, using a dedicated channel?
15 Is the harness, Karabiner / shackle and winch rope certification in date, clean and all in good
condition?
16 Has the harness been adjusted properly, and is the rider wearing a helmet chinstrap?
17 Is the winch line connected directly to the harness? ((i.e.) no swivels or hooks)
18 Is the winch marked 'MAN-RIDING W INCH' and is the winch certification in date?
19 Is the winch wire in good condition, and spooled correctly? (min 5 turns on drum,)
20 W here possible, have obstructions to vertical travel been removed or tied back?
22 Is the control lever clearly marked, and does it return to neutral on release?
25 If a fall arrestor (inertia reel) is to be used, has it been tested before use, and does it have a
separate means of connection to the harness? (Note: safety hooks shall not be permitted)
Man-Riding Task: Date:
26 Is the W inch Operator aware that they shall not leave the winch while the person is man-
riding?
28 Are the hand tools tied off to the harness / rider securely?
29 Have the rider's pockets been emptied of loose articles (especially money and other small
metal objec ts)?
You shall answer YES to all the above and / or qualify any NO answer before commencing with a
man-riding or personnel transfer operation.
C om ments:
BS British Standard
DP Dynamic Positioning
EN Euro Norms
FT Field Transport
UG Upstream Guide
DRL Drilling
Description of Lifting
Operation:
2. LIFT PLAN CONTENT REVIEW LOG: (Review of technical content and accuracy)
Nam e:
Category Signature:
Periodic Auditing Periodic Auditing
1
Date:
Start at the top of the chart: Answer ALL THE QUESTIONS. The first question that is answered YES will
identify the category in the right hand column.
Tick YES if the statement is true or correct. Tick NO if incorrect or false. NO YES CATEGORY
Does the lift use a Heavy Lift Crane, which is assembled on site? (See standard definition,
1
Annex 1).
5 Does the lift have limited boom clearance? (i.e., less then 1 metre or 3.3 feet).
6 Could the lift be affected by proximity hazards? (Public road, overhead power cables, etc.).
Will the load be lifted directly over or in close proximity to live plant? (With a crane utilisation
7
equal to or exceeding 70%).
8 Does the crane (mobile, crawler, excavator) have to travel or track with a suspended load?
3
Is this a tandem/multiple crane lift or is the load to be lifted, upended or rotated by two or
9
more powered lifting devices (excluding cross haul by two air hoists)?
Is the Fixed lifting system (overhead crane, runway beam, or davit, etc.) utilisation above
10
95%?
11 Is the load extremely valuable or irreplaceable? (See standard definitions Annex 1).
Will the consequences of failure of equipment or procedure be significant for the asset
13
(process safety risk)?
Are the lift characteristics unusual (heavier, more complex then normally performed by this
14
asset)?
Is the load to be lifted or cross hauled or restrained using two or more non-powered lifting
15
appliance without 100% redundancy?
Is the load to be lifted or cross hauled or restrained using two or more non-powered lifting
16
appliance with 100% redundancy?
Does the load have a C of G above the lifting points or a high C of G or the potential to
17
become unstable?
Will the load be lifted directly over or in close proximity to live plant? (With a crane utilisation
18
below 70%).
Does the load have an offset C of G without special slings to compensate or is it an awkward
20
shape or have a large sail area? 2
Is the load fragile or is its integrity uncertain or is it difficult to sling? (See standard definitions
21
Annex 1).
23 Can the load ground bearing pressures exceed the site maximum allowable GBP?
24 Is the lift in an area with restricted head room for the lifting appliance?
Will fixed, temporary installed, powered lifting appliances be used (not air/electric chain
25
hoists)? Will excavators, fork lift trucks or telehandlers be used to lift slung loads?
None of the above applies to this lift, the load is pre-slung or very easy to sling, with no extreme
26 factors that complicate the operation. The team is experienced and have performed a similar lift 1
recently.
5. DESCRIPTION OF LOAD:
6. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF RIGGING Item SWL / WLL Unit mass Total mass
EQUIPMENT Quantity [kg] [kg] [kg]
7. UNCERTIFIED STEELWORK / LOAD BEARING SCAFFOLDING:
Uncertified Steelwork / Load Bearing Scaffolding required, if so, are detailed design
calculations attached? YES / NO
Guidance: Any item used for suspending or supporting a lifting appliance that does not have a valid certificate or supporting calculations.
8. CRANE(S):
Identification Number(s):
Boom Length:
Outrigger Spread:
All equipment certificates available and reviewed (see Note 1): YES / NO
Crane percentage utilization: (Total Load lifted Capacity at Maximum Radius) x 100 %
Guidance:
Note 1: If the certificates are not available, the job cannot proceed.
Note 2: If the hook block weight is applicable, this shall be added to the weight of the load.
Note 3: If crane percentage utilisation is calculated as 80% or above the category will change to a category 3 lift.
Is there lifting over live If YES for lifting over live plant, has a
plant: YES / NO Level II RA performed: YES / NO / N/A
14. CONSIDERATIONS:
GUIDANCE: All lifting Operations required the following to be considered, but this is not Exhaustive.
1. Weight, size, shape, certification, and centre of 10. Overturning, load integrity, need for taglines
gravity of load
11. Environmental conditions, including weather
2. Method of slinging, attaching, detaching the load
12. Experience, competence, and training of personnel
3. Availability of approved lifting points on load
13. Number of personnel required to perform task
4. Pre-use equipment checks by operator
14. Communication requirements
5. Proximity hazards, obstructions, lay-down area, and
15. Low head room or confined space
path of load
16. Availability of certified lifting points on load
6. Conflicting tasks undertaken in area (SIMOPS)
17. Ground support conditions adequate for crane and
7. Safe access to equipment
load
8. Working under suspended loads
18. Clearly defined responsibilities
9. Radius of crane and angle of boom
19. Mandatory trial lift
15. METHOD STATEMENT: (STEP BY STEP PROCEDURE)
2. Barrier off or police area where lifting operation shall occur as required.
5. Select and conduct pre-use inspection on all rigging equipment to be used in operation.
6. Attach all rigging equipment to the lifting points as per Sketch and material list.
8.
9.
10.
15. Ensure Completion of debrief, comments and lessons learnt section at end of plan.
Guidance: Always bear in mind that the lifting plan could well be used by someone else and therefore needs all the relevant
steps to be recorded.
16. SKETCH / DRAWING: (Reference drawing number if attached separately)
17. GENERAL NOTES:
1. Pre-use inspection of all equipment and lifting devices shall be done on site.
2. Extreme care shall be exercised throughout the lifting operation to ensure safety to personnel, plant,
environment, and equipment.
3. If for any reason conversation ceases between the Crane Operator and Banksman, all operations shall cease
until re-established.
4. Riggers have the responsibility of ensuring that the correct rating and colour coded lifting and rigging
equipment shall be used for all lifting and rigging operations.
5. Banksman shall always wear high visibility vests during all lifting and rigging operations.
6. If load is not visible to the crane operator (blind lifts) there shall be the use of two (2) or more Banksmen and
consideration should be given to communication breakdown during blind lifting.
Working at height, PPE, Rescue plan in place (if required by ISSOW): YES / NO
Guidance: If tag lines are required, its use shall be covered in the Risk Assessment.
Once the lift has been safely completed, please note any problems encountered and how they were overcome, also any
suggestions for doing the lift more efficiently / safely in the future.
Annex 12 References
Government of RI Regulations
o Act of Republic Indonesia No. 1 Year 1970 on Industrial Safety - Chapter III
(Safety requirement) Article 3.
o Minister of Manpower RI Regulation No. PER.05/MEN/1985 concerning
Carrier and Lifting Equipment.
o Minister of Mining and Energy Regulation No. 07P/075/M.PE/1991 Year 1991
concerning Certification for Technician of Oil & Gas and Geothermal
operation
o Directorate General of Oil and Gas Regulation No. 01 K/03/D.DJM/94 Year
1994 concerning Methods and Requirement for Lifting Equipment Operator
Certification.