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Crane Lifting Plan Method Statement and Risk Assessment

This document provides a lifting plan and risk assessment for lifting operations at a project site. It includes details of the loads to be lifted such as their weight and dimensions. It also provides information on the cranes to be used such as their capacity and outrigger details. Potential hazards are identified such as overhead power lines. Control measures are outlined to reduce risks. The method statement specifies responsibilities of personnel involved and the sequence of lift operations. The appointed person and crane supervisor sign to accept their responsibilities for ensuring the lifts are conducted safely according to the plan.

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Crane Lifting Plan Method Statement and Risk Assessment

This document provides a lifting plan and risk assessment for lifting operations at a project site. It includes details of the loads to be lifted such as their weight and dimensions. It also provides information on the cranes to be used such as their capacity and outrigger details. Potential hazards are identified such as overhead power lines. Control measures are outlined to reduce risks. The method statement specifies responsibilities of personnel involved and the sequence of lift operations. The appointed person and crane supervisor sign to accept their responsibilities for ensuring the lifts are conducted safely according to the plan.

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LIFTING PLAN METHOD & RISK ASSESSMENT

Project Site/location Document Ref. Appointed Person carrying out the Assessment: Contact: Site contact: / / Date Client Rev 0 Issued by Date of Assessment: Phone: Phone: Fax: Fax:

Description of lift: NB 50% reduction in load capability if man basket is used.

Details of Loads
Weight: Dimensions: Position of C of G: Height of lift (worst case only): Max. radius (worst case only): Date of lift: Time of lift: Monetary value of load:

Load Position 1

Load Position 2

Load Position 3

Details of Cranes
Make & model: Capacity: Jib length: Outrigger spread: Outrigger load: Max. ground bearing capacity: Counterweight: Weight of crane:

1st

2nd

3rd

Alternative Crane Details


Make & model: Capacity: Jib length: Outrigger spread: Outrigger load: Max. ground bearing capacity: Counterweight: Weight of crane:

Ground Conditions (Visual assessment)


Access/Egress for crane & transport: Lifting position:

Lifting Accessories
Slings (wire rope): Slings (chains): Other Accessories: Slings (webbing): Shackles:

Identification of Hazards
Proximity Hazard Overhead power lines Other overhead obstacles Underground services Excavations Unstable/ Soft ground Hazardous chemicals/materials Confined working area Restricted access - width Restricted access - height Other vehicles Present? Proximity Hazard (cont.) Other hazards identified Present?

Load Hazard Slinging difficulties Top heavy Sharp edges Other hazards identified

Present?

Assessment of Risk Hazard Present Risk Action to Avoid or Reduce Risk

Operational Requirements:

Site Provisions:

Notes

Method Statement
Responsibilities Company Name will undertake the responsibilities for the management of this lifting operation as defined in the British Standard 7121 for the lifting and movement of goods involving crane operation. Personnel Company Name will provide the following personnel complete with relevant personal protective equipment. The duties of these people will be as defined in British Standard 7121:-

Title Appointed Person Crane Supervisor Crane Driver(s)

Name

Title Slinger(s) Signaller(s) Crane Erectors

Name

Note: The appointed person may decide that one person can carry out more than one duty. This does not however, include the crane driver who must concentrate on operating the crane. Lifting Accessories The lifting accessories, as detailed previously, will be provided by Ross-shire Engineering, complete with all statutory documentation. Weather Conditions The Appointed Person or, in his absence, the Crane Supervisor, will ensure that the lifting operation only takes place if the weather conditions are within the limits recommended by the crane manufacturer. 3 day weather forecast. Ground Conditions Have assurances been obtained that the ground can withstand the load? Yes/No
Drawings/Plan

Sequence of Operations

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Appointed Persons Acceptance of Responsibilities


I confirm that the lifts have been planned and will be carried out in accordance with current legislation and British Standard 7121 and that I accept responsibility for the preparation of this Risk Assessment and Method Statement.

Signed:

Date:

Crane Supervisors Acceptance of Duties


I confirm that I have been fully briefed on the contents of this Risk Assessment and Method Statement and that I accept the duty of ensuring that the lift(s) will be carried out in accordance with the method and procedures set out in this document.

Signed:

Date:

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