Document No.

: SIDMR-ZZ-

Lifting Opertation BAG-ZZ-ZZ-XX-PP-HS-XXX

Rev No. 00
Date: 09-June-25

Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System

Framework V 4.0

Bright Accord General Contracting LLC-Abu Dhabi

P.O Box: 37459, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Phone no. +97126443900

SOP for Lifting Operations

Document No. SIDMR-ZZ-BAG-ZZ-ZZ-XX-PP-HS-XXXX

Name Signature
Prepared by: OSH Manager
Nivin Ninan

Approved by Sr. Project Manager

Edwar Assi
Contents
1.0 SCOPE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.0 OBJECTIVES............................................................................................................................................................ 4
3.0 REFERENCE.............................................................................................................................................................. 4
4.0 RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................................................................................... 5
5.0 INSPECTIONS AND TESTS .................................................................................................................................. 10
6.0 SETTING UP THE CRANES .................................................................................................................................. 17
7.0 USE OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT – VARIABLE SAFE WORKING LOAD .............................................................. 18
8.0 OPERATION OF CRANES (Tower and Mobile Cranes) Flow Chart ....................................................... 19
10.0 SIGNALLING .............................................................................................................................................................. 25
11.0 EMERGENCY ARRANGEMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 26
12.0 LIFTING PROCEDURE - SAFE LIFTING SAMPLES ................................................................................................. 27

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 1.0 SCOPE

The Scope of this SOP is to familiarize employees in BAGC, who participate in lifting operations
with the various roles and responsibilities that will assist in ensuring safe lifting operations.

2.0 OBJECTIVES

The objectives are to:

• Describe the planning process for crane operations (Mobile and Tower Cranes)
• Describe how it shall be used and maintained.
• Specify the roles and responsibilities of the various staff in planning and conducting lifts
in a variety of circumstances.
• This is achieved through:
o Ensuring lifting equipment and gears are certified and fit for purpose.
o Ensuring lifting operations are planned and controlled so that a safe system is provided
and maintained.
o Ensuring all personnel involved in lifting operations are qualified to do so and have
been given sufficient training in safe lifting methods.

3.0 REFERENCE

• Ministerial Resolution 32 of 1982

• Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System Framework V4.0
• ADOSH CoP 34.0 Safe Use of Lifting Accessories and Equipment’s
• BS 7121 Code of practice for the safe use of cranes.
• ALDAR OHSMS Ver 8.0
• Construction Specific OSH Plan

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 4.0 RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Manager
• Plan, coordinate, and manage every aspect of a building project from start to finish.
• He considers weather conditions, and their schedules vary depending on how long a
company wants them there.
• He also deals with what type of work needs to be done at any given time.
• He is the decision maker and takes the responsibility of emergency.
• He must ensure all lifting operations conducted on site adhere to ADPHC ADOSH SF
guidelines and requirements.

Site Manager
• Ensure lifting operations comply with legal standards
• Promoting a safety-first environment, ensuring all personnel adhere to risk
assessments, method statements and lift plans
• Ensure e availability of certified equipment’s
• Obtain necessary permits

Plant Engineer
• Carry out routine checks.
• Isolate problems and do repairs.
• Respond to emergency breakdown callouts.
• Install and fit out lifts, lifting gear and lift wells.
• Demonstrate new equipment to clients.
• Refurbish or replace lift interiors, flooring, panel displays, communication systems,
buttons and lighting.
• Ensure systems meets operational, safety and efficiency standards
• Train staff on safety protocols and proper equipment use

Construction Manager
 To ensure that all cranes, lifting equipment and it’s accessories are in
operational condition and safe prior to sending to work sites.
 To ensure that all the selected lifting equipment selected has been adequately
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 inspected, licensed and well maintained with latest maintenance records.
 To ensure that all the effective procedure are in place for inspection of
equipment reporting defect, remedial actions and carry out required periodical
maintenance and repairs when needed.
 To ensure that all the Operators and Riggers are Competent (trained and
qualified) and are holding current licenses in compliance with the requirements
of the client and local authorities.
 To stop all unsafe operation and notify/report all incident that may occur to HSE

Project Engineers

• To ensure that Safe lifting practices are conducted daily and supervise general
and special lifting activities
• Ensure that all lifting equipment are readily available and certified
• Carry out routine inspection of lifting equipment
• Work alongside HSE Department and Logistics Coordinator to ensure scheduled lifts,
permits are in place prior to activity executions
• Report any unsafe lifting practices and defective lifting equipment and take it out of
service
• Prepare logistics arrangements for crane positioning
• Ensure that the crane is not positioned on and platform where underground
services might exist.
• Ensure the stability of the crane and that the crane is working within it safe working
limits.

OSH Manager

• Involve in the activities, implement, and ensure safety in lifting activities.

• Observe and monitor Lifting process, including personnel, equipment, and materials
• Conduct inspections, and performance reviews to ensure compliance
• Providing guidance to the Lifting team regarding related to the activities and
ensuring the operations complies with all relevant authority, ADM and Federal
guidelines.
• Conduct training sessions for lifting crew.

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 • Ensure a safe work environment by overseeing the inspection and maintenance of
equipment.
• To ensure that the project supervisory personnel and sub-contractor
management are knowledgeable with the lifting operation procedures
• He shall be responsible and fully authorized to remove all damaged equipment
at work site. And discard all these without any obligations.
OSH Officer

• Ensure that PTW is in place and required safety measures have been taken prior to the
operation
• Ensure MSRA is properly communicated to the operation crew.
• Ensure the Lifting accessories are free from damages with all supportive documents.
• Monitor and ensure the Lifting process is as per lifting plan whether all hazards are
controlled
• Regularly observe the weather and update to Project Manager.
• Ensure emergency arrangements are in place.

Lifting Appointed Person

An appointed person is the person responsible for the execution and safety of a lifting
operation. Although duties may be delegated to others, it is the appointed person who
retains the responsibility of the operation. He shall provide the lift plan and if certified and
deemed competent as a Lifting Supervisor they can supervise the lift. He will be
coordinate with operation team.

• Develop method statement and lift plans for all lifting operations, including risk assessments
and appropriate lifting equipment’s

• Implement control measures to mitigate risk (e.g. exclusion zones, communication

protocols)

• Verify that lifting equipment (cranes, slings, shackles, etc.) is certified

• Confirm that crane operators, riggers and signalers are trained, certified and competent
for the specific lift

• Providing briefings to the lifting team about the lift plan and safety procedure
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 • Maintaining records of certifications, inspections and lift plans

• Ensure the work area is prepared (e.g. ground conditions, over headlines, access routes etc.)
• Liaise with site manager, contractors and other stake holders to coordinate lifting activities
• Establish emergency procedures for incidents (equipment failure, injuries) and
communicate to the team
• Stop unsafe lifts and address deviations from the plan

Logistic Coordinator

• Identify the Lifting Equipment and Gears are certified by ADM approved agency.
• Suitable coordination with Crane crew and material lifting team.
• Support timely and accurate lifting.
• Identify and coordinate fix errors for lifting equipment and gears.
• Oversee production and construction activities timelines.
• Directing, optimizing and coordinating full order cycle for all type of Lifting practices
General Foreman
• Directly supervise tradespeople, subcontractors, and laborers, ensuring lifting tasks are
performed efficiently and safely.
• Manage tools, equipment, and materials to avoid delays.
• Train new workers and address skill gaps through coaching.
• Implement site-specific safety plans, PPE compliance, and hazard controls
• Address near-misses, accidents, or unsafe acts immediately.
• Resolve conflicts, equipment breakdowns, or design discrepancies.

Lifting Supervisor

• The Lifting Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the set-up, maintenance and safe and
efficient operations of the lifting equipment.
• He is responsible for coordinating and supervising all lifting activities in accordance with
regulations and is required to be present during all lifting operations.

Crane Operator

The crane operator of mobile, crawler or tower cranes is the ability to read and understand the
load capacity chart, and to differentiate the Gross Capacity and Net Capacity of the lift. The
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 operator needs to know the SWL of the crane relative to the radius to prevent overloading of the
crane by thorough checking of SLI (Safe Load Indicator). All Tower Crane Operators shall
undergo regular and random medical check-up which will carry out at site; and site Medic shall
give the “fit to work” message. Selection of Crane Operators based on his
competency/skills/prolonged work experiences and the capacity of cranes he/they used and
experiences; testing by Plant Manager and site HSE Team.

He shall
• Carry out the lifting operation in accordance with the Lifting Plan
• Inspect the lifting equipment prior to use to check for abnormalities
• Check that load radius indicator and other safety devices are functioning properly
• Ensure that the ground is stable, and the surrounding is free from any structures or
materials that may obstruct the lifting operation
• Carry out lifting operation only when a lifting supervisor is present on site
• Disengage from any maneuver that is dangerous
• Monitor environmental effects such as thunderstorm and strong wind that will affect the
safe operations of the lift. The crane operator shall have a thorough knowledge about the
local legislative and ADOSH SF guidelines
• Report any defects immediately to the lifting supervisor, and record such defects in
maintenance log records
• Stop the lift whenever unsafe conditions occur
• Check the crane wire rope to ensure it is still within safe use
Rigger
He shall
• Ensure all slings, webbings, shackles and other lifting gears used to rig the load are within
the SWL of the lift, in good condition and duly certified
• Ensure that the load is rigged up in a such a manner that it is stable, balanced (center of
gravity beneath the hook) and secured (i.e., no loose items)
• Ensure that the lifting equipment operator has been informed of the weight of the load
• Establish tag lines to control the load as it is being maneuvered; and
• Report any defect in the lifting/ rigging and materials to the lifting supervisor
• Inspect the rigging before final use
• Ensure the load is correctly rigged up prior to giving signals to commence the lift.
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 • give correct and clear signals to the lifting equipment operator to maneuver the load
safely from the point of lift to the destination.
• ensure communication is maintained with the lifting equipment operator throughout
the lift in accordance with the lifting plan.
• ensure the lift is controlled throughout the duration of the operation.
• ensure that the immediate areas within the lift (start point and final position) are clear of
any hazards during the maneuver.
• maintain his/ her position to ensure line of sight during the controlled phase of the lift
and to ensure this position is free of danger; and
• refrain from handling load/ rigging simultaneously when giving signal to the crane
operator

4.2 Site Medic / Nurse

• Administrate the first Aid cases and when required send to nearest hospital for further
treatment
• Random and Regular checkup the Crane crew, especially Crane operators
• Confirm that fitness of health, if not report to HSE team.
• Maintain First Aid medical kit and be at site.

5.0 INSPECTIONS AND TESTS

Periodic checks, Testing, Certification and Re-Certifications shall be carried out during the lifting
operation tenure and certified by ADM approved third party agencies.
• No crane shall be allowed to work unless there are current, valid records of tests and
examinations.
• Third party inspection certification shall acquire every time jumping
• No crane shall be allowed to work unless it is thoroughly examined after installation of lifting
equipment.
• No crane shall be allowed to work unless the Automatic Safe Load Indicator (ASLI) has been
tested and examined before the crane is taken into use after erection, or alteration, which
might affect the operation of the indicator.
• In relation to a thorough examination of lifting equipment other than specifically mentioned
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 otherwise all lifting equipment for lifting persons or an accessory for lifting shall thoroughly
examined at least every 6 months and at least every 12 months in case of other lifting
equipment or in accordance with an examination scheme.
• A thorough examination of lifting equipment shall be necessary each time that exceptional
circumstances which are liable to jeopardize the safety of lifting equipment have occurred
to ensure that health and safety conditions are maintained and that any deterioration can
be detected and remedied in good time.

5.1 Periodic Checks

Lifting Supervisor and Crane Operator should ensure that the following crane checks have been
carried out.
a. Identification of any part found to have a defect which is or could become a danger to
persons, and a description of the defect.
b. Particulars of any repair, renewal or alteration required to remedy a defect found to be a
danger to persons.

5.2 Daily Checks

At the beginning of the working day and before use, the following routine checks, as appropriate
for the type of crane, should be carried out:
• Check that all ropes are free from defects (e.g. broken wires, reduced diameter, etc.)
and are correctly positioned on their sheaves and drums have not been displaced and
check for proper spooling on drum.
• Visually check that no electrical equipment is exposed to contamination by oil, grease,
water or dirt.
• Visually check that no loss of fluids such as lubricating oil and coolant is apparent.
• Check the operation of all limit switches or cut outs.
• Check that the Automatic Safe Load Indicator (ASLI) is set for its correct duty.
• Check that the correct air pressure is maintained in any pneumatic control system, e.g.
brakes.
• Check that lights, windscreen wipers and washers operate efficiently.
• Visually check the security of wheels and condition of tires on wheel mounted cranes.
• Check correct function of all crane controls without load.
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 • Check satisfactory operation of all audible warning devices.
• Check that the crane is in a tidy condition and free from tins of oil, rags, tools or materials
other than those for
• which storage provision is made, that access and egress are adequate and that the
appropriate firefighting
• equipment is available.
• Check that there are no obstructions in the path of travel of the crane.
• Inspect the mast, jib, counter-jib, and tie-ins for cracks, bends, or corrosion.
• Check bolts, pins, and connections for tightness and wear
• Verify the hook’s safety latch is functional and the load block is free of cracks or deformities
• Test limit switches (hoisting, trolley, slewing) and anti-collision systems
• Verify the load moment indicator (LMI) and wind speed anemometer are operational
• Test hoist, trolley, and slewing brakes for responsiveness
• Inspect cables, plugs, and connections for damage or exposed wiring
• Confirm wind speed is within safe limits (e.g., ≤ 20 mph / 38 km/h for normal operations)
• Verify ladders, platforms, and guardrails are secure and unobstructed
• Check emergencies stop buttons and backup power systems (if applicable)

5.3 Weekly Checks:

Once a week, when the crane is in use, the following checks as appropriate for the type of crane
should be carried out:
• Check the Automatic Safe Load Indicator in accordance with the operating instructions.
• Visually inspect all ropes for broken wires, flattening, distortion, nesting or other sign of
damage, excessive wear and surface corrosion.
• Check all rope termination, swivels, pins and retaining devices and check all sheaves for
damage, worn bushings or seizure.
• Inspect the structure for damage, e.g. missing and bent bracings on bridges and strut jibs,
bulges, indentations and unusual rubbing marks on telescopic jibs, cracked welds and
loose bolts and other fasteners.
• Check hooks and other load lifting attachments, safety latches and swivels for damage,
free of movement or wear. Check the hook shank thread and securing nut for undue
movement, which may indicate wear or corrosion.

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 • Check operation and adjustment of controllers.
• On hydraulic machines check for creep of hydraulic rams.
• Check effectiveness of brakes and clutches.
• On wheel mounted mobile cranes check tires for pressure as well as damage and wear on
wall and tread, also check wheel nuts for tightness.
On rubber tire cranes check steering, brakes (both foot and parking), lights, indicators, horn,
windscreen wipers and washers.

5.4 Testing, Certification and Re-Certifications

 All records, tests and examinations required shall contain the particulars required by Dubai
Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice.
 Copies of all records, tests and examinations in connection with the above shall be made
available prior to lifting operations taking place.
 The test and examination of the Automatic Safe Load Indicator (ASLI) on jib cranes and
mobile jib cranes before the crane is taken into use by an ADM approved third party.
• Pre-Use Checks shall be done on daily basis prior to the operations

5.5 Wire Slings

Prior to using any sling, the following checks should be made:
The SWL is adequate for the load.
a. The color coding (where applicable) is current and the
sling has a plant serial number/ ID mark and SWL
clearly visible on the sling;
b. Examine each individual leg along its entire length and check
for wear, corrosion, abrasion, mechanical damage and broken wires.
c. Examine each ferrule and ensure the correct size of
ferrule has been fitted;
d. The ferrule should be free from cracks or other deformities;
e. Examine each thimble and check for correct fitting,
snagging damage and elongation. (Stretched
thimbles/ eyes could indicate possible overload);
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 f. Examine wire rope around thimbles as it is often
abraded due to sling being dragged over rough
surfaces;
g. If fitted with hooks, check for wear, corrosion and cracking and ensure safety latch
functions.
h. Damaged slings shall be destroyed if one of the following cases was evidenced:
 10 random broken wires in one lay;
 4 broken wires in one strand of a rope lay;
 One broken wire at the fitting;
 Sever localized abrasion or scraping;
 Kinking, crushing, bird-caging or any other damage causing distortion;
 Evidence of heat damage
 End attachments are cracked, deformed or excessively worn;
 Bent or opened hooks;
 Sevier corrosion.

5.6 Web Slings

Prior to using web synthetic slings, they should be visually examined along their entire length
and checked for:
 The SWL is adequate for the load;
 The color coding (where applicable) is
current and the sling has a plant number/ ID
mark;
 The Web Sling is suitable (by material
type) for the intended purpose.
 Cuts, tears or chaffing;
 Burst stitching (especially around the eyes);
 Chemical damage;
 Heat damage;
 Ingress of foreign bodies into the fibres;
 Distortion/ wear in the metal eyes (where fitted).
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 Safety Factor for Web Slings with color Codes

5.7 Chain Slings

Prior to using a chain sling the following checks should be carried out:
 The SWL is adequate for the load;
 The color coding (where applicable) is current anthe sling has a plant serial number/
ID mark and SWL clearly visible on the sling;
 The Chain Sling is suitable (by material type) for the intended purpose.
 All attached fittings (hooks, shackles, rings, etc.) shall be as prescribed by the
manufacturer. Hooks, shackles and eye bolts shall be equal to or exceed the safe
working load of the chain.
 Lay out the chain slings on the floor or suspend from the crane hook and remove all
twists from the legs.
 Match up the legs and check for stretch/ deformation in the individual legs.
 Visually examine each leg along its entire length and check for distortion of the links
e.g. bends, twists, elongation and nicks.
 Check for wear between chain links and wear between chain links and load pins.
 Check for heat damage or chemical attack.
 Examine end terminations e.g. hooks and connectors etc. and check for wear, stretch
and distortion.
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  Ensure all load pins are secure.
5.8 Shackles
Prior to using a shackle, the following checks should be made:
 The SWL is adequate for the load.
 The color coding (where applicable) is
current and the shackle has a plant number/
ID mark;
 The Shackle is suitable (by Pin / Jaw
type) for the intended purpose.
 Remove shackle pin and examine
for wear, deformation and
cracking.
 Ensure it is the correct pin for the
shackle. (e.g. not a higher tensile pin
in alloy shackle);
 Check pin threads for wear / deformation.
 Examine shackle body for deformation
and cracking and check for wear in the
crown and pin holes.
 Check alignment of pin holes and ensure the pin fits correctly.

5.9 Eye Bolts

Prior to using the eyebolts, carry out the following checks:
 The SWL is adequate for the load.
 The color coding (where applicable) is current and
the eyebolt as a plant number / ID mark.
 The Eyebolt is suitable (by type) for the intended purpose.
 Examine threads and check for wear, stretch or impact damage.
The threads must be complete (no broken
threads) and full (i.e. no flats on top).
 The threads should be concentric and fit neatly in a standard nut. If stretch is
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 suspected, a thread gauge should be used to confirm condition.
 Examine the eye of the bolt and check for wear/ stretch/ distortion and look for
hairline cracks at the crown of the rings. (This also applies to the link if fitted).
 Examine tapped hole and check thread condition (i.e. depth/ corrosion etc.)
Hooks
Prior to using the hooks, carry out the following checks:
 Hooks should be fitted with a safety catch on
the hook opening.
 Loads should be applied on the hook only in
the part designed to take them.
 The bend [bow] of the hook. Point loading shall not be permitted.
 Hooks should be regularly inspected for signs of damage.
 The hook shall be removed from service for one or more of the following reasons:
o if there are visible cracks,
o if it is twisted 10° out of the place,
o if there is a 15% throat opening beyond the manufacturer’s specifications

5.10 Spreader Bars

Prior to using the spreader bars, carry out the following checks:
o All spreader bars shall be manufactured, tested,
and inspected to international standards;
homemade spreaders are prohibited.

6.0 SETTING UP THE CRANES

 The Lifting Supervisor shall check the setting up of the crane as per manufacturer
recommendations and best practices to ensure the ground upon which the outriggers
are placed have sufficient good material beneath them that will provide an acceptable
load bearing surface.
 Either good quality timber railway sleepers or similar laid tightly side by side to form an
even surface or alternately purpose made steel plates as material for load distribution
under outriggers shall be used.
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  The Lifting Supervisor shall ensure that there are no underground pipes, culverts,
excavations etc., which may weaken the ground under the weight of the crane.
 The Lifting Supervisor shall inspect the outriggers before commencing any lifting and
again frequently during the lifting operation. If necessary, stop the operation and re-level
the crane in the event of any untoward movement.

6.1 Carriage of Persons by Crane

 Any crane used for the carriage of persons shall be one of a type where the controls
function on the "dead man’s handle" principle.
 The personnel basket in which the personnel are to be lifted shall be purpose built, tested
and certified by ADM approved third-party inspection authority every six months, the
maximum load clearly marked and at least 910-mm deep. It shall not be obstructed by
tools or other materials and shall be prevented from spinning or tipping.
 All personnel whilst inside the personnel basket shall wear full safety harnesses, which
shall be connected via a 1-ton sling to the hook.

7.0 USE OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT – VARIABLE SAFE WORKING LOAD

• Tower cranes are designed to have variable SWL. In principle, the closer the load is to the
body of the crane, the higher will be the SWL of the equipment, whereas Mobile cranes are
equipped with Telescopic jib that can be raised or lowered
• Mandatory Load Capacity chart shall be kept, which much equipped with load radius
indicator to indicate to operate SWL if the crane at that configuration.

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 • New model Cranes are designed such that a different load capacity chart will apply
depending on whether the outriggers are fully or partially extended. Under such
circumstances, the operator must be fully aware of the configurations and make the
necessary adjustment to the parameter settings of the indicator. Information on how
changes to the configuration can affect the SWL must be provided in the operator’s cabin.
The information shall be placed in the operator's cabin and not in the office as it needs to
be easily retrieved by the operator while carrying out a lifting operation

8.0 OPERATION OF CRANES (Tower and Mobile Cranes) Flow Chart

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 8.1 Routing and non-routine lifting

Routine Lift if it is repetitive in nature and involves loads that are similar in shape, size and weight,
(i.e., multiple lifts of similar items). Non-routine Lift refers to lifting operation that is complex,
carried out for the first time or lifting close to the lifting capacity of the crane.

 The PTW shall obtain information on wind conditions prior to starting a lifting operation.
The lifting operation shall be stopped, or the mobile crane secured in an out-of-service
condition, as appropriate, when the wind speed limits, as indicated by the manufacturer,
are exceeded.
 The Rigging Supervisor shall ensure that the ground (soil test), or any means of support,
can sustain loads imposed by the crane and is suitable for the crane to operate within the
levels and other parameters specified by the crane manufacturer. Side loads shall be
avoided.
 When siting a crane, point loads through the outrigger / stabilizer beams and jack pads
shall be spread over a sufficient area to support the outrigger pad and to prevent the
crane overturning or becoming unstable. The Rigging Supervisor shall ensure that the
siting can accommodate the crane with the outriggers extended and set as specified in
the load chart. The mobile crane shall only be operated in level position.
 Danger to and from underground services (gas, electricity, water) shall be taken into
consideration and precautions taken to ensure that the crane foundation is clear of such
services or that they are adequately protected.
 On-site travel of fully rigged wheeled cranes, whether loaded or unloaded, shall not be
allowed.
 While in transit the boom shall be retracted and carried in line with the direction of motion
and the superstructure secured against rotation (or the boom placed in a boom rack
mounted on the carrier). The empty hook shall be lashed or otherwise restrained so that it
cannot swing freely. If the crane has a telescopic boom, it shall be set to the fully closed
position.
 Counterweights shall be properly secured and under no circumstance counterweights
shall be used heavier than the manufacturer's recommended weight.
 Maintaining the center of gravity (CG) of the load directly beneath the load-line i.e., the
hook. If the CG is not directly beneath the load-line, the load will swing when it is lifted off
the ground. In addition, it is dangerous and will destabilize the crane if the load is being
pulled or dragged.
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Stability of the suspended load during movement/ slewing of the crane, while moving or
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 slewing the crane, the load shall be prevented from jerking or always swinging.
 Lowering / releasing of the suspended load; Towards the end of the lifting operation, the
load must be placed on a stable ground. If the load is placed at a height, extra care must
be taken to ensure there is no risk of the load falling off the edge. Often, the load is lifted
beyond the line of sight of the operator. Under such circumstances, the signalman and/
or lifting supervisor is responsible to ensure the stability of the suspended load.

8.2 General Precautions

 During lifting operations, no person shall be positioned beneath the load, hoist or jib.
Similarly, loads shall not be slewed over the heads of personnel. During lifting operations
no load shall be slewed over any vessel, pipe or container containing hydrocarbons or
other flammable or hazardous material without the express consent of the Operation
Department.

 No lifting appliance shall be left unattended with a suspended load.

 After completing a lift, all slings shall be hooked back to the hook to avoid catching on
obstructions.
 If the Automatic Safe Load Indicator (ASLI) is activated during lifting operations, the
operator shall not carry on with the lift but shall return the load to its original position.
 Where a lifting appliance has a traveling or slewing motion, a clearing of at least 1.0m
shall be provided between the lifting appliance and any adjacent fixture. If this is not
possible, the access shall be barricaded off to prevent personnel access.
 The hoisting mechanism on a crane shall only be used for direct raising or lowering
operations.
 Crane jibs shall not be worked at a radius greater than specified on the test certificate.
 All cranes shall be marked clearly with their maximum Safe Working Loads (SWL).
 If the lifting radius can be varied, a sign shall be displayed inside the cab showing the safe
load at each radius (Mobile Crane) and on the jib (boom) in case of Tower Crane.
 Any crane should not be used if there is no Duty Load Chart available in the cab.
 Except for testing purposes, lifting appliances shall not be used for loads greater than
the specified Safe Working Load.

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 8.3 Simple and Repetitive Operations
The Lifting Supervisor may in the case of simple or repetitive operations delegate some of his duties
to another person,
e.g. the driver and /or banksmen. The Lifting Supervisor shall however remain responsible for the
lifting operation.

8.4 Complex Operations

In the case of complex operations, the Lifting Supervisor shall be in attendance throughout the
operation to anticipate untoward occurrences and to take any necessary action.

8.5 Tandem / Multiple Lifts

 In the case of tandem and multiple lifting, the Lifting Supervisor shall supervise the total
operation.
 The banksmen shall relay the signals given by the Lifting Supervisor and shall not originate
their own, unless in an emergency.
9. PLANNING
9.0 Control
A LAP shall be appointed by the management to be in overall control of the lifting operations. The
LAP must have had adequate training and experience and be competent. The LAP shall carry
out the following duties:
• Make a risk assessment of each lifting operation.
• Plan each operation and select the most suitable lifting appliance, gear and equipment.
• Consult co-ordinate and gain approval from the relevant departments prior to lifting
operations taking place.
• Ensure that inspection and maintenance procedures are in effect for the selected plant and
equipment and up- to-date test and thorough examination certificates are available at
the work location.
• Ensure that procedures exist for incident and defect reporting.

9.1 Weight of Load

The Crane Coordinator shall determine the weight and center of gravity of the load to be lifted.
In the absence of this information from the supplier, the weight of the load shall be determined
either by weighbridge, load cell or accurate calculation. The weight of the block and of any lifting
gear to be used shall be included in the total weight to be lifted.
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 9.2 Simple Operations
Simple operations do not require elaborate planning. A note of the weight to be lifted and the
maximum radius that must be used from the center of rotation of the crane shall be sufficient.
Information on the height to or from which the load is to be handled, and an explanation of the
slinging arrangements shall also be included in the planning of simple operations.

9.3 Repetitive Operations

Straightforward repetitive operations will require to be planned only once. The Lifting Supervisor
shall monitor the operations to ensure no changes occur that require a revision of the risk
assessment or method of work.

9.4 Complex Operations

More complex operations will require more detailed planning and preparation. The plan, risk
assessment and method statement shall be accompanied by drawings, sketches or
photographs to make completely clear to the personnel concerned, how the operation is to be
handled and the correct sequence in which the work is to progress.

9.5 Tandem/Multiple Operations

Multiple or tandem lifting operations, involving the use of more than one crane, require the
following: Detailed & careful planning (Crane Coordinator);
• Proper Risk Assessment.
• Accurate Assessment of the load on each crane.
• Similar crane capacities are preferable.
• Use one Banksman to signal both crane operators.
• Use suitable lifting accessories.
Note: Due to the complexity and stress involved in tandem / multiple lifting, this practice is not
recommended).

9.6 Exclusion Zone

An exclusion zone shall be established around the lifting operation to prevent unauthorized
access. No person must be positioned under any suspended load or between any suspended
load and fixed objects. Access restrictions with adequate administrative controls shall be in
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 place. The working area shall be cleared to allow all types of lifting operations to take place in
safe manger.

9.7 Access
Access for both the lifting equipment and the load to be lifted is considered at the
planning stage. The following matters shall be included:
• The suitability of public roads and site condition for the movement of large cranes and
large loads.
• The widths of entrances to allow the passage of large loads without interrupting the
movement of other traffic.
• sufficient space shall be available in which to erect mobile cranes for the work and space
to ASLI accommodate the maximum length of jib to be erected, together with sufficient
space for movement of the auxiliary crane.
• Arrangements for closing the area during the erection of the crane, the lifting operation
and the subsequent dismantling of the crane, to completely exclude all personnel, other
than those immediately connected with the operations.

9.8 Ground Conditions

The Crane Coordinator shall ensure that the ground conditions both in relation to access and the
load, which will be imposed during the erection and operation of the crane, can withstand the
pressure.

9.9 Effect of Wind Speed on Crane Operations

Any Crane working on site should have Wind Speed Indicator (Anemometer) to warn the operator
and/or cut- off crane operation if the wind exceeds the pre-determined speed as per ADM
requirements 38 km/h or the crane limitation due to manufacturer specifications.

9.10 Overhead Power Lines and Other Obstructions

At all stages during the progress of a lifting operation, from planning through to completion, the
Crane Coordinator shall ensure that precautions are in place to avoid overhead power lines and
other overhead obstructions. The overhead protection shall be placed at least 1½-jib lengths on
either side of the power line. Arrangements to ensure clearance from obstructions shall include
due allowance for the tendency of crane jibs to "bob up and down", both during the lifting
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 operation and when traveling.

As a general rule, a minimum clearance from overhead power lines of 6 meters is required to be
maintained at all times. Flag Man should be appointed to warn the crane operator if
accidentally exceeds the minimum clearance.
When it is necessary for lifting appliances to pass under power lines, warning notices shall be
placed on both sides before and after the overhead line of the road or track and an overhead
barrier, supported on goal posts and provided with bunting shall be erected to ensure that jibs are
brought below the danger level before passing under the lines.

9.11 Proximity Hazards

Consideration should be given to the presence of proximity hazards such as overhead electric
lines or cables, nearby structures, other cranes, vehicles or public access including highways.
The danger to or from underground services, such as pipelines, electric cables should not be
overlooked. Precautions should be taken to ensure that the crane foundation is clear of any
underground services or where this is not possible, that the services are adequately protected
against damage. At any place where a crane or its load passes an obstacle, the following points
should be observed.
a. Where practicable, the crane path should be clearly defined by marking to ensure it is
kept free from obstruction all the time, and a clearance of not less than (600 mm) should
be arranged between any part of the crane and any obstacle. Precautions must be taken
to avoid access to any trapping hazards.
b. Where goods are regularly stacked near a crane boundary, lines for the stacking goods
should be permanently marked on the ground.

10.0 SIGNALLING
 Authorized Banksman, also known signalers, who shall have sufficient experience and
undergone training in the control, slinging and signaling of lifting operations shall be
appointed.
 A Tower Crane will have at least three Banksmen in different level to ease the lifting
operation in safe manner.
 The Banksman shall be fit, with reference to good eyesight, hearing and reflexes and shall
be a person of sufficient stature to enable him to handle the often very heavy items of
slinging equipment which may be used.
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  Signals shall be given to crane operators only by authorized persons i.e. the Banksman,
who may also be known as the signaler.
 Hand signals shall be given strictly in accordance with a known and established code.
 The Banksman shall wear a high visibility waistcoat to enable the driver both to see the
signals clearly and be reassured that the person giving them is authorized.
 If Radios are to be used as the form of communication between Banksman and driver, they
shall be maintained in first class condition and the person using them shall speak clearly,
distinctly and in a common agreed upon language. Bad language shall be strictly
avoided when using radios.
 Once a Banksman has been appointed, strict discipline shall be imposed to ensure that
no other person gives signals to the driver for any move other than the emergency stop.
11.0 EMERGENCY ARRANGEMENTS
BAGC shall develop and document an Emergency Response Program for the lifting operation
along with the Tower Crane Operations Procedure. This ERP must be communicated to all
personnel involved in the lift and made available at prominent locations at the workplace.
Gotcha Rescue kit will be made available in all Tower Cranes

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 and its demonstration shall be shown to all Crane Crews. Mockup drill will be carried out in
certain intervals. Certified Man-riding basket also will be placed.
The ERP shall include but not be limited to:
• Details of emergency personnel with Roles and responsibilities
• Emergency services contact details
• Managing injured persons and Frequency of exercise and drill to be carried out

12.0 LIFTING PROCEDURE - SAFE LIFTING SAMPLES

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 General Lifting Procedure
• Lifting activities shall be designed and conducted in accordance with the specified
tolerances to the shape, lines, and dimension.
• Operator and Riggers shall know the weight and shape of the load.
• Object can be struck without damaging, disturbing, or overloading the structure.
• Use firmer, larger wooden planks shall be distributed the load and reduce the weight on
the loose soil.
• The Flat surfaced or table type objects shall be structurally sound, and 4 slings must be
used to in case of horizontal lifting.
• When lifting large types of shutters, weather and visibility of operator must be considered.
• The guidance also offers the exact number of clamps to secure the shutter - avoiding
overloading the lifting eyes.
• Operator and Riggers shall pay attention to the load's center of gravity - ensure that it is
kept directly under the main hook.
• When visibility is blocked, the signal man shall render assistance or stop the activity.
• Shall have a proper lifting route, to avoid collision with any persons, objects or overhead
power lines.
• Shutters shall not drag by crane, only move the loads as near to the ground level as
possible.
• Chain shall be securely attached to the lifting points as defined in the manufacturer’s
guidance.
• Stop people from standing in the lifting and turning radius.
• Do not ride on a load that is being lifted.
• Whilst the crane is in operation, it shall maintain a certain distance from any barriers or
buildings.
• Lifting the load at reasonably low speed which enhances the sling tightens slowly and
maintains a balanced position.
• In strong winds, decrease the weight of the Safe Working Load to improve safety. If the wind
intensifies, work must be stopped.
• In the case of slope, adjust the outriggers to keep the crane horizontal.
• Load shall be controlled by Riggers by using taglines always.
• Wrapped with 2 leg chain slings or fiber slings for timber in finishing in a choke hitch.
• Ensure wood to be lifted is of equal length and the slings secure all the timber within the
bundle. Note – may have to split the timber vertically to secure all timber contained.
• Avoid battering down and exceeding the sling angle directly above the load 120°.
• Rule of Thumb
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 o Working angles of chain slings must never exceed 90° as best practice.
o when slings are used in choke hitch the Working Load Limit should be reduced by 20%.
• Chain to be securely attached to the lifting points as defined in the manufacturer’s
guidance.
• Beware of loose concrete and debris on the shutter before lifting.
• Reduce the “out of service” wind speed when increasing the surface area of the load.
• Beware of loose concrete and debris on the shutter before lifting.

13.0 CHANGES TO RISK ASSESSMENT AND PERMIT-TO-WORK

As the RA and PTW are developed based on a pre-determined set of parameters and
considerations, any significant changes shall result in a temporary stoppage of the lifting
operation and a review of the RA and PTW. The following scenarios shall result in a review of the
RA and PTW.

• Changes to the type and capacity of lifting equipment used.

• Changes to the sequence of operations.
• Changes requiring reconfiguration of the crane (boom/ jib length, outrigger beam length
reduction, parts of hoist line, etc.).
• Changes in the rigging details which could result in a reduction in rigging strength or
significant increase in rigging weight.
• Changes in surrounding environment such as sudden presence of a temporary
structure obstructing the operation.
• Changes in the weather and environmental conditions which have an adverse impact to
the lifting operation.
• Changes to safety-critical personnel

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