Amendment 02 NAVFAC EURAFSWA SOP_SF_002.pdf

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND

EUROPE, AFRICA, SOUTHWEST ASIA

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE / JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS

TITLE

PREPARING, EXECUTING, AND OVERSEEING LOAD HANDLING

EQUIPMENT LIFTS FOR NAVY AND CONTRACTOR OPERATIONS

PROCEDURE NUMBER

SOP_SF_002

DISCLAIMER: These Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are for the exclusive use of FEC locations. They are promulgated as guidance for other NAVFAC Commands. If intended to be used by other activities, they must be tailored to each activity's particular requirements and must be reviewed/approved by the activity's safety professionals prior to use.

PREPARED BY:_______________________________________________

(DATE)

PW SME REVIEW:______________________________________________

(DATE)

PUBLIC WORKS BL:____________________________________________

(DATE)

SAFETY DIRECTOR:____________________________________________

(DATE)

COMMANDING OFFICER or

EXECUTIVE OFFICER: _________________________________________

(For High Risk SOPs only) (DATE)

Issue/revision: ___________ Next Review: ___________

(DATE) (DATE)

PREPARING, EXECUTING, AND OVERSEEING LOAD HANDLING EQUIPMENT

LIFTS FOR NAVY AND CONTRACTOR OPERATIONS

Procedure Owner: PWBL

Ref: (a) NAVFAC P-307, Management of Weight Handling Equipment (WHE)

(b) NAVFAC P-300, Management of Transportation Equipment-Discuss

(c) 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC

(d) USACE EM 385-1-1

(e) Unified Facilities Guide Specification UFGS-01 35 26

(f) NAVFAC Business Management System (BMS) B-1.6.1

(g) OPNAVINST 3500.39C, Operational Risk Management (ORM)

Encl: (1) NAVFAC EURAFSWA Standard Pre-Lift Crane Plan/Checklist

(2) NAVFAC EURAFSWA Complex/Critical Lift Planning Checklist

(3) Contractor Crane or Rigging Operation Checklist

(4) Critial Lift Plan Template

(5) In-Depth Risk Analysis

1. Purpose. This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) provides information for preparing, executing, and overseeing a plan when lifting suspended loads with Load Handling Equipment (LHE) which includes Weight Handling Equipment (WHE), multi-purpose machines, Material Handling Equipment (MHE), or other construction equipment), whether conducted by Navy personnel or Contractors. This SOP will be used to prepare/approve a lift plan for a Navy-owned LHE operation and to verify/accept a lift plan submitted by a contractor as adequately addressing requirements.

2. Background. Navy-owned and contractor-owned LHE is utilized on a daily basis to lift suspended loads throughout EURAFSWA. Specific requirements shall apply when this LHE falls under the cognizance of NAVFAC EURAFSWA. One such requirement is to utilize a properly completed lift plan which shall be approved (for lifts conducted by in-house employees) or accepted (for lifts conducted by contractors) by designated personnel prior to use. Nothing in this SOP is intended to replace in-depth understanding of all references listed.

3. Scope. This SOP relates directly to the use of Navy-owned and contractor-owned LHE that falls under the cognizance of NAVFAC EURAFSWA whether operated by Navy or contractor personnel on or off Navy facilities. Where conflicts exist, the more stringent (i.e. safer) requirement shall take precedence.

a. The personnel required to use this document shall consult the list of exemptions listed in the EM3835-1-1 section 16.A.01 to determine application for contractor LHE operations.

b. Nothing in this SOP relieves LHE planners and operators from fully conforming with all references as well as applicable host nation law.

c. This SOP does not apply to commercial truck mounted and articulating boom cranes used solely to deliver material and supplies where the lift consists of moving materials and supplies (not prefabricated components, structural steel, or components of a systems-engineered metal building) from a truck or trailer to the ground; to cranes installed on mechanic’s trucks that are utilized solely in the repair of shore-based equipment; to cranes that enter the activity but are not used for lifting; nor other machines not used to lift loads suspended by rigging equipment.

4. Definitions

a. Load Handling Equipment. LHE is any equipment used to hoist a suspended load.

Cranes, MHE, excavators, backhoes, and other construction equipment when used in a crane-like condition (e.g. a backhoe is designed to carry a load within its bucket; if a sling is attached and a load is suspended it is being used in a crane-like condition). LHE, WHE, and cranes are synonymous for the purposes of this SOP.

b. Lift Plan. Lift plans are documents that define roles and responsibilities of the crane team and identify the specific equipment to be used, the size and weight of the load, the site conditions, the environmental conditions/limitations, and various other pertinent information as discussed in this SOP. These plans shall also be used by oversight personnel to ensure all requirements are adhered to during LHE operations.

c. Complex/Critical Lifts. Complex/Critical lifts are lifts that have an elevated level of risk. The residual Risk Assessment Code (RAC) will always be Serious or High for a complex/critical lift. The following are classified as complex/critical lifts, where the lift planner shall apply engineering judgement to make determinations:

(1) Lifts involving hazardous materials (e.g., explosives, highly volatile substances).

(2) Lifts of personnel (lifts of personnel suspended by rigging equipment from multi-purpose machines, MHE, or construction equipment are prohibited).

(3) Multiple-crane or multiple-hook lifts on the same crane, except for bridge or gantry cranes with hooks mechanically/structurally coupled together or control systems electrically/electronically connected, and specifically designed for simultaneous lifting, such as jet engine test stand lifting cranes or synchronized antenna lifting cranes.

(4) Lifts where the center of gravity could change during the lift.

(5) Lifts of large and complex geometric shapes.

(6) Lifts exceeding 75% percent of the certified capacity of the crane's hoist (e.g., main hoist, whip hoist) planned for use (lifts exceeding 50 percent of the hoist capacity for a mobile crane mounted on a barge). For variable rated cranes, this shall be at the maximum anticipated radius planned for use. Lifts performed by gantry, overhead, or bridge cranes are excluded. Lifts of test weights during maintenance or testing when directed by a qualified load test director are excluded.

(7) Lifts without the use of outriggers using rubber tire load charts.

(8) Lifts of submerged or partially submerged objects, except for the following:

a. Removal of valves, rotors, pipes, etc., from dip tanks for cleaning or coating purposes.

b. Lifting boats of known weight from the water if the boats are of open design with bilge compartments accessible for visual inspection; the boats have label plates indicating weights; and the boats have pre-determined lifting points established by the OEM or the activity engineering organization.

c. Lifting submerged or partially submerged objects that meet the following criteria: the object is verified to not contain fluid in pockets and/or voids that is unaccounted for in the weight of the object; the object is verified or known to not be stuck by suction or adhesion by corrosion, marine growth, excessive surface tension, mud, etc.; and the object is verified to be clear of obstructions, such as other objects in the water, or underwater cables.

(9) Blind Lifts (lifts out of the operator’s view) and night lifts (lifts made during darkness when the entire work area cannot be fully illuminated), except when all of the following criteria are met:

a. Hand signals are provided by a signal person or radio communications are used.

b. The load does not exceed 4,000 Lbs.

c. The lift is determined to be standard/non-complex by the lift supervisor.

(10) Lifts made in the vicinity of overhead power lines.

(11) Erection of cranes (for tower cranes refer to the P-307 Section 11.11 for additional requirements).

(12) Lifts of unusually expensive or one-of-a-kind equipment or components.

(13) Lifts of constrained or potentially constrained loads (binding condition), including suction caused by hydraulic conditions and loads that may be frozen to the ground.

(14) Lifts over occupied structures. Critical lift plans for lifts over occupied structures shall ensure the top two floors are vacated or overhead protection with a design live load of 300 psf is provided.

(15) Other lifts involving non-routine operations, difficult operations, sensitive equipment, or unusual safety risks.

(16) Any lift the operator believes should be considered complex/critical.

d. Standard/Non-Complex Lifts. Standard/non-complex lifts are those lifts that do not meet the criteria of a complex/critical lift as defined in paragraph 4c of this document.

e. WHE. Cranes (e.g., portal cranes, mobile cranes, bridge cranes, gantry cranes, monorail cranes), rigging gear (e.g., slings, shackles), and associated equipment (e.g., portable hoists, portable load indicating devices, dynamometers).

f. Competent Person. A Competent Persion is a person designated in writing, who, through training, knowledge and experience, is capable of identifying, evaluating, and addressing existing and predictable hazards in the working environment or working conditions that are dangerous to personnel, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures with regards to such hazards.

g. Controlling Entity. The prime contractor, general contractor, construction manager, or other legal entity with overall responsibility for the project’s planning, quality, and completion.

5. Roles and Responsibilities. Individuals may fulfill multiple roles provided all responsibilities can be met simultaneously without compromise to safety. For Navy Owned Crane operations refer to chapter 7 and Appendix N of reference (a) for required training, qualifications, and competencies. The following personnel shall be designated a competent person cognizant of their roles and responsibilities regarding the lift plan, and must sign acknowledgement of their duties, as indicated below:

a. Lift Supervisor. The Lift Supervisor shall be identified/designated during the pre-lift brief, prior to any lifting operations occur. For Navy-owned crane operations the Lift Supervisor will typically be the Crane Team Supervisor, or their designated representative. For contractor crane operations the Lift Supervisor will typically be the Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) but can be any competent person designated by the contractor. The Lift Supervisor responsibilities include:

(1) Ensuring the LHE is level and, where necessary, blocked.

(2) Ensuring the load is well secured and balanced in the sling or lifting device before it is lifted more than a few inches.

(3) Ensuring the lift and swing path is clear of obstructions and adequate clearance is maintained from electrical sources.

(4) Ensuring all persons are clear of the swing radius of the counterweight and housing.

(5) Observing the actions of all the team members and stopping operations if any concerns are noted.

(6) Observing the crane envelope and reporting obstructions or hazards that may be unknown to the crane team.

(7) Ensuring no unauthorized personnel or equipment is allowed into the crane envelope while operations are underway.

(8) Act as the Safety Observer for lifts that do not require a separate designated Safety Observer as defined in paragraph 5g.

b. Crane Operator. The primary responsibility of the crane operator is the safe operation of the crane, responsibilities include:

(1) Performing a pre-use check of the crane at the start of shift.

(2) Understanding fully the lift prior to starting, including participating in the pre-lift brief.

(3) Maintaining communication with the rigger-in-charge throughout the operation.

(4) Making movement only when given the proper hand signal and refusing to operate the crane when there are concerns about safety.

Note: If the lift continues through a shift change, the oncoming crane operator shall review and sign above the original name.

c. Rigger-in-Charge. Rigger-in-charge has overall control of the operation, responsibilities include:

(1) Planning all aspects of the lift.

(2) Determining the weight of the load to be lifted.

(3) Establishing the appropriate method of communication with the crane operator.

(4) Ensuring the load is properly rigged.

(5) Ensuring the crane envelope remains clear of all obstructions.

(6) Providing signal to the crane operator or assigning another team member as the signal person.

(7) Coordinating the activities of other crane team members.

d. Crane Rigger. The crane rigger is primarily responsible to attach the rigging gear to the load in a safe and compliant manner; responsibilities include:

(1) Rigging all loads safely.

(2) Selecting and inspecting rigging gear.

(3) Assisting the crane operator with the pre-use inspection of the hook block, auxiliary hook, and wire rope.

(4) Being aware and knowledgeable of technical manuals.

(5) Participating in the pre-lift meeting with the crane operator to ensure the crane crew is thoroughly aware of the procedures to be used for the lift.

e. Crane Walkers. Crane walkers are required when traveling with a load (e.g. mobile boat hoists, mobile cranes performing pick and carry operations, etc.), responsibilities include:

(1) Assisting the crane rigger and the crane operator in the pre-operation of the crane as directed.

(2) Observing the potential for obstruction in the crane travel path.

(3) Being in a position to immediately notify the crane operator to stop operations should a potential problem arise.

(4) Keeping people and vehicles out of the operational area.

f. Tag-Line Handler. During certain lifts there is a requirement to utilize tag-lines to control the load. In these cases tag-line handlers (having the rigger qualifications) have the primary responsibility to control the load, responsibilities include:

(1) Observing all obstacles in the load path and ensuring proper tag-line size, placement, and length to allow control of the load and the avoidance of obstacles.

(2) Communicating directly with the rigger-in-charge and when applicable, the other tag-line handler(s).

(3) Being prepared to immediately notify the rigger-in-charge and/or the crane operator in advance of any potential load contact.

g. Safety Observer. The Safety Observer duties shall not be assigned to current crane team participants; rather it will be a separate person whose only focus shall be the safety of the entire evolution; responsibilities include:

(1) Observing the actions of all the team members and stopping operations if any concerns are noted.

(2) Observing the crane envelope and reporting obstructions or hazards that may be unknown to the crane team.

(3) Ensuring no unauthorized personnel or equipment are allowed into the crane envelope while operations are underway.

6. Standard/Non-Complex Lift Plan Requirements. Use enclosure (1) as a guide of the minimum requirements necessary to prepare or review a standard lift plan. A series of lifts or recurring lifts may be included in one plan as long as the cranes, personnel, types of loads, crane, and site configuration do not differ. Standard lift plans must consider, at a minimum:

a. The size and weight of the load to be lifted, including the ancillary equipment and rigging equipment that add to the load weight.

b. The lift geometry, including the LHE position, boom length and angle, height of the lift, radius for the entire range of the lift, and lift path.

c. A rigging plan showing the load center of gravity, lift points, rigging equipment, rigging softeners, and specific rigging procedures.

d. The environmental conditions under which operations are to be halted (e.g. wind speeds, daylight, precipitation, reduced visibility, etc.).

e. The specific make and model of each piece of LHE to be used for the lift including LHE configuration (e.g. counterweights, load block, reeving, etc.) and the maximum load capacities for the entire range of the lift.

f. Site drawings to identify placement/location of the LHE, adjacent equipment and/or other facilities, location of overhead power lines, potential obstacles, etc.

g. The key personnel involved in the operation such as the LHE operator, rigger-in-charge, riggers, tag-line handlers, and safety observers. The plan shall dictate the roles and responsibilities of each member as detailed in this SOP. Qualifications of these personnel shall be included in the plan.

h. The communication method (e.g. hand signals, radios, direct voice, etc.).

i. The ground conditions, outrigger or crawler track requirements, and as necessary the blocking, cribbing, or mats needed to achieve a level stable foundation of sufficient bearing capacity for the specific lifts being conducted.

(1) The controlling entity shall perform a subjective analysis to determine if the ground conditions are adequate for the intended lifts.

(2) The analysis shall identify any visible indicators that would warrant further investigation (e.g. depressions, water pooling, utility covers, nearby excavation, recently disturbed soil, etc.).

(3) Work performed on piers or wharfs shall reference the most current reports to ensure adequate capacity exists for the specific lifts being conducted.

j. Job site security to include traffic and pedestrian control measures.

k. Actions required in the event of an accident or suspected accident.

l. An Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), including response to an emergency.

m. Additional information as needed for job sites that present unique issues or challenges not covered by the above requirements.

n. For tower cranes or floating cranes refer to references (a) or (d), as applicable, for additional requirements.

7. Minimum Complex/Critical Lift Plan Requirements. The level of information required for a critical lift plan depends on the complexity of the lift. Enclosure (2) shall be used to review a critical lift plan for completeness. A series of lifts or recurring lifts may be included in one plan as long as the cranes, personnel, types of loads, crane, and site configuration do not differ.

Critical lift plans must consider, at a minimum, all all items from paragraph 6, all componements of enclosure (4), and the following:

a. Elevation View: Drawings of the crane, load, and any nearby structures that could cause interference problems during the entire lifting operation. The drawing should note:

(1) Specify details (including make and model) of the crane, line, boom, swing speed, and counterweights (if variable).

(2) Boom length(s) and angle and lifting radius for the entire range of the lift.

(3) Maximum load elevation during lifting procedure.

(4) Any jibs, extensions, spreader bars, or special lifting devices required.

(5) Minimum number of parts of crane hoist line required to lift the load.

(6) Required rigging hardware (identified by capacity, size, length, and location), including lifts points, rigging procedures, and hardware requirements.

(7) Calculating loads: The weight of material/load to be lifted shall always be carefully calculated in advance; no chances shall be taken as result of a quick estimate. Crane crew personnel shall be trained in the proper methods of calculating material weight and be provided with all necessary material tables and calculating devices to assist achieving this requirement.

b. Plan View: Drawing of the crane, load, and nearby structures that could cause interference problems. The drawing should note:

(1) Transportation route required to position the load for lifting or containing the load after the lift.

(2) Initial lifting position of the load, including radius, as applicable.

(3) Final placement position of the load, including radius, as applicable.

(4) Location of the crane(s) including tail swing limits, as applicable, and description of ground conditions, outrigger or crawler track requirements, and mat designs necessary to achieve a level and stable foundation of sufficient bearing capacity for the lift.

(5) Transportation route for a mobile crane required with the guidance of a Signal Person monitoring the load in motion, as well as associated matting requirements.

c. Lift Analysis: Information including:

(1) Calculation of the gross load weight, including the weight of all blocks and rigging gear.

(2) Gross rated capacity of the crane in the configuration specified.

(3) Calculation of the percentage of the crane's rated capacity at which the lift will be made.

(4) Allowable weather and environmental conditions for the lift and the effect of wind loading.

d. Supporting Documentation including:

(1) Annual crane certification document, operator qualifications, and medical card, as well as the crane crew qualifications.

(2) Operational daily check list and load test procedure document.

(3) Manufacturer approval for any crane alterations or attachments.

(4) Coordination and communication requirements for the lift.

(5) AHA, inclement weather response, etc.

8. Activity Hazard Analysis. Enclosure (5) documents the in-depth operational risk management that was performed during the development of this SOP. Lift-specific deliberate operational risk management must always be conducted, to include the following:

a. Procedures

(1) Has the proposed lift been properly classified by checking the lift type against the Standard or Complex/Critical lift definition listed in paragraph 4c?

(2) Do specific written procedures exist for the applicable lift?

(3) Have these procedures been reviewed, approved, and incorporated into the applicable lift plan?

(4) Will any exception to an approved procedure be required for this lift?

b. Activities

(1) Has an AHA been completed for the lift to include travel path?

(2) What are the risks involved with the lift?

(3) What are the potential consequences of these risks?

(4) Are work permits required?

(5) Will the lift pass over live equipment or occupied buildings?

(6) What are the possible consequences if the load is dropped?

(7) Is dropped object protection required for any of the equipment or piping?

(8) Is it necessary to shutdown, isolate or depressurize any equipment or piping?

(9) Considering the effects of wind and lifting path, does the load contain any hazardous materials that warrant protective measures in the vicinity and especially below the lift path?

9. Lift Plan Approval/Acceptance

a. All complex/critcal lift plans shall be approved/accepted by the NAVFAC EURAFSWA Commanding Officer. Submissions for approval shall include enclosure (4) and a completed copy of enclosure (2). Contractor submissions shall adhere to the lead-time required in Ref (e).

b. The Crane Certifying Official shall be responsible to approve standard lift plans for Navy-owned crane operations.

c. The FEAD Director shall be responsible to accept standard lift plans for contractor-owned crane operations, and may delegate acceptance to Project Managers and Construction Managers.

d. Once a standard lift plan has been approved/accepted, deviation from the plan is not authorized without first obtaining concurrence from the approving/accepting official. On-site changes in load weight, crane configuration, rigging gear, or location resulting in a reduction of risk may be requested verbally from the approving/accepting official.

10. Lift Plan Execution

a. Lifting Operations Oversight. Competent personnel shall provide oversight of at least the first evolution of all LHE operations. Continued oversight shall be based on the complexity of the work being performed and the associated risk.

(1) For Navy-owned LHE operations the oversight shall be conducted by a designated person such as the Weight Handling Equipment (WHE) Leader, Supervisor, or Branch Head and be documented to allow for review and trend analysis.

(2) For contractor-owned LHE operations the oversight shall be conducted by a government designated authority (GDA) who has successfully completed the Contractor Crane

Awareness course NCC-CCA-02, which can be found on https://www.nko.navy.mil. The specific personnel responsible for the oversight are discussed in reference (f). The oversight shall be documented using enclosure (3).

b. Pre-Lift Requirements

(1) The operator must perform a documented pre-use check of the equipment (often referred to as an Operators Daily Check List or ODCL) ensuring satisfactory equipment condition and fully operational safety devices prior to engaging in the first operation of the day and every day thereafter.

(2) All lifts, or series of lifts, shall be preceded by a pre-job briefing to ensure all crane team personnel understand the required procedures for the lift. The pre-job briefing shall discuss the type of lift, load travel path, individual roles and responsibilities, actions to be taken in the event of an accident or suspected accident, conditions at which the lift shall be stopped, etc. Opportunity shall be provided for any team member to ask questions or present concerns.

The operator shall be informed that they are to take signals only from the dedicated signal-person with one exception; the stop or emergency stop signal can be given by anyone and the operator must comply. Any newly assigned personnel shall be briefed by the lift supervisor before engaging in the operations.

c. Series of Similar Lifts. Lift plans are required for an individual lift or, when appropriate, utilized for a series of similar lifts. When a lift plan for a series of similar lifts includes multiple load/rigging configurations, each configuration shall be fully calculated. When using a single lift plan for a series of similar lifts, the lift supervisor shall witness and control execution of at least the first lift. This process shall be repeated if changes occur such as different personnel, loads, load paths, configurations, etc.

11. Lifting Suspended Loads with Load Handling Equipment (LHE).

a. LHE will only be utilized to lift suspended loads when authorized in the manufacturer specifications and when sufficient data is provided to ensure the structural integrity and stability of the equipment with the intended load.

b. The standard lift package will be developed and submitted per the requirements for a standard WHE crane lift.

c. Rigging shall be inspected by a designated rigging inspector per chapters 11 and 14 of reference (a), as applicable.

d. The crane crew supervisor shall oversee the lift. A competent person shall be assigned as the rigger-in-charge

e. MHE shall be operated by an individual licensed for the specific MHE and shall be trained to make such lifts.

12. Operational Risk Management. Nothing in this SOP relieves anyone conducting crane operations from fully complying with references (a) through (g) and conducting deliberate and time-critical operational risk management (ORM) in accordance with reference (g). Enclosure

(5) documents the in-depth ORM performed during the development of this SOP.

Enclosure (1)

NAVFAC EURAFSWA STANDARD PRE-LIFT CRANE PLAN/CHECKLIST

Date: ___/___/______ Job Number: _____________ Location: _____________ Time: __________ Completed By (Competent Person/Position):__________________

NOTE: Applies to Cranes, Derricks, Hoists and Power-Operated equipment that can be used to hoist, lower and/or horizontally move a suspended load (includes excavators, forklifts, Rough Terrain equipment, etc., when used with rigging).

Crane Considerations Yes No 1 Are the lifts within the crane’s rated capacities? (based on boom height, radius)

2 Are Boom deflections considered?

3 Have all potential crane boom obstructions been identified?

4 Have Environmental Considerations been addressed? (e.g.

wind speeds, daylight, rain, reduced visibility, etc)

5 Have electrical hazards been addressed (Overhead / Underground)

- Clearance distances established?

- Is a spotter required?

- Public Utility contact required?

6 Has crane swing radius properly barricaded and personnel advised of hazards?

7 Has job site security to include traffic and pedestrian control measures been addressed?

Comments:

Load Yes No 1 Does the size and weight of the load to be lifted, include the weight of the LHE equipment and rigging equipment?

2 Is anything Inside / Outside the loads that could shift during the lift?

3 Does the rigging plan showing the lift points, rigging equipment, and specific rigging procedures?

4 Does the rigging needs protection from the loads?

5 Have all anchor bolts, hold downs, or fasteners have been removed?

6 Is there a potential for binding – are load cells required to verify the loads are free?

7 Are attachment points rated to take load weight?

8 Are the loads structurally capable of being lifted? (bending & twisting issues)

9 Is a complex/critical lift plan required?

Rigging Yes No 1 Has all rigging has been inspected by a Qualified Rigger?

2 Have sling angles been calculated?

3 Are shackles correctly sized for the sling eyes?

4 Are softeners needed?

Personnel Yes No 1 Have the roles, responsibilities and qualifications for personnel have been defined? (Operator, Lift Supervisor, Rigger, Signal Person)

2 Has a Pre-Lift meeting has been conducted?

3 Are personnel trained per the EM-385 or NAVFAC P-307

(Table 7-1)?

4 Have communication methods (e.g. hand signals, radios, direct voice, etc.) been established?

Area Preparation Yes No 1 Does the plan include the lift geometry, including the LHE position, boom length and angle, height of the lift, radius for the entire range of the lift, and lift path?

1 Has the locations for the load landings has been selected and prepared?

2 Is blocking and or cribbing is available to set the loads on?

3 Have travel paths have been determined and cordoned off?

4 Other personnel in the area have been notified of the lifts?

5 Have ground bearing support questions been addressed?

Other Yes No 1 Does the plan include actions identified that required in the event of an accident or suspected accident?

2 Has a Deliberate Risk Assessment (DRA) which includes response to an emergency has been developed?

Crane Operator:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure, to the limits of my responsibilities

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Rigger In Charge:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure, to the limits of my responsibilities

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Riggers:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure, to the limits of my responsibilities

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Signal Person:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure, to the limits of my responsibilities

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Lift Planner:

I have planned this lift in accordance with applicable regulations and accept responsibilities of my position. I confirm that I am qualified to prepare lift plans and am knowledgeable in all areas that are addressed in this lift plan.

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Others:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure.

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Enclosure (2)

NAVFAC EURAFSWA COMPLEX/CRITICAL LIFT PLANNING CHECKLIST

Project Task Order / Contract Number: ______________________________________________

Organization/Contractor: _________________________________________________________

Item Lift Planning Element Considered?

Yes No N/A

A Subsurface and foundation issues: Review plan for maximum load, total crane weight, area of outrigger pads, pressure below outrigger pads, bearing capacity of surface below outrigger pads, and proximity to excavations/water, underground utilities, etc.

1 What are the maximum loads imposed by the cranes on the soil? Are all parts of the crane (including counterweights) and the maximum load to be lifted included?

2 Is the soil bearing capacity adequate to safely support crane loads? Has a soil investigation program been performed? What is the assumed load distribution through the timber mats?

3 Has a soil investigation been performed of the area under the path of the tailing crane (borings, soil conditions due to weather)?

4 Are the ground conditions level and stable?

5 What pressures will be imposed on any underground structures (sewer lines)?

6 Is the crane set up closer to an excavation/water body than the excavation/water body is deep

B Transportation and interim storage issues 1 Has the Certifying Official/Load Test Director been notified of movement of the load to the lifting site? Are any permits required?

2 Has the load transport route to the lift site been checked for overhead obstructions? Are there any bridges, culverts, and pipe ways to cross? Are they structurally capable of safely supporting the transport loads?

3 Where will the crane be assembled? What route will the crane take from the assembly site to the lift site?

4 How will the load transport get to the lift site? How will the transport be removed once the load is lifted?

C Crane issues: Review plan for boom length, jib length, lowest boom angle, max load radius, temperature and wind speed de-rating, taglines, etc.

1 What is the minimum actual clearance between the load and the boom during the lift?

2 Has the radius been double-checked by measuring in the field?

3 Will the crane load change as the lift progresses?

4 How many parts of line are needed? Was this determined in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations?

5 Is the length of wire rope adequate for load travel?

6 Will spreaders and other rigging hardware remain safely clear of the boom, the load, and other objects at all times during the lifting operation?

7 If a tailing crane has to "walk" is the path level properly compacted?

8 What efforts have been made to identify obstructions in the lift path and swing path? How accurate are those efforts?

9 Can the outriggers be deployed as per manufacturer's load chart requirements?

Item Lift Planning Element Considered?

Yes No N/A

10 Can rigging personnel safely control and manipulate the load throughout the lifting path? Are the number and length of taglines sufficient?

11 Are the crane's operational safety alarms functioning properly? How and when were they tested?

12 Have plans been developed to monitor plumbness of load lines (in two directions)?

13 Has a drawing been developed showing the elevation of the crane during the lift as well as all clearances (boom to load and load to other obstructions)?

14 Have all repairs or modifications to the crane been made in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions, and are they so certified?

15 How will the crane's electronic safety alarms and interlocks be checked for operation and accuracy?

16 Is the crane equipped with an anti-two-block and load moment indicator?

17 Is the lift line new or has a piece of the lift line been pull tested?

18 Has a procedure to monitor tail swing of the crane during lifting operations been developed? Has adequate swing radius protection be implemented?

19 Is the correct crane load chart for current lift conditions in the cab?

20 Is there adequate headroom to ensure that the manufacturer's minimum allowable two-block distance is maintained for the reeving configuration used?

21 Have the appropriate inspections (pre-use, monthly, quarterly, annual, quadrennial) been completed?

22 Has a pull test to the weight of the proposed load been made within the last 30 days?

23 Are controls in place to ensure loads aren’t swung over occupied buildings, sidewalks, or roads? Are precautions taken for loads lifted beside occupied buildings?

D Load weight and center of gravity issues: Review plan for max cargo and container weight (all loads should be detailed in the plan), lifting block and hook weight, hoist rope weight (# parts x length x unit wt), rigging weight (slings, shackles, load cell, spreader beam), effective jib and ball weight if not used for lift, load radius, etc.

1 How was the weight determined when developing the lift plan? Is it accurate? Has any margin been added to calculated weights?

2 Has an accurate load weight determination been made prior to the lift to confirm calculated weight? How was this performed for all loads to be lifted?

3 Has the weight of any jibs, auxiliary boom heads, etc. been considered in the calculations?

4 Has all the rigging hardware been included in the weight calculation?

5 If dynamic loading is of concern (due to travel with load, operating speeds, or boom movement), have the loads been multiplied by a safety factor (e.g. 1.25)? Are loads tied to crane to prevent swing out if travelling?

6 Is there potential for the load to be frozen, stuck, or caught on other structures or ground?

7 Has the gross rated capacity of the crane in the configuration specified been verified on manufacturer’s load chart?

8 Are counterweights sufficient for the maximum load to be lifted?

9 Who has determined the center of gravity? How was it determined? Is it marked on the load? Is it shown on the lift plan drawings?

Item Lift Planning Element Considered?

Yes No N/A

10 Is there anything inside the load that could shift during the lift?

11 Has rain, snow, or ice accumulated on the load since the weight was determined?

12 Is the surface area of load large enough to create unusual control problems in the wind?

E Rigging issues: Review plan for sling material, sling diameter, sling length, sling configuration (choker, basket, straight, etc.), shackle size (pin diameter), shackle capacity, spread beam (include ID number), spreader beam capacity, other rigging components capacity

1 Has all rigging hardware been selected to work within the manufacturer's safe working load?

2 Have sling angles flatter than 45 degrees been avoided and the slings or chains and shackles been chosen to allow for increased loads due to sling angles?

3 Have softeners been utilized to protect the rigging where sharp corners could cause damage?

4 Has rigging been attached above the load’s center of gravity (which is within the rigging) or does the rigging provide positive control of the load to prevent slipping or shifting?

5 Are shackles and hooks always used in such a manner as to avoid side loading or bending in the hardware?

Are precast inserts being used within the limits or their capabilities?

6 Have qualified personnel designed and tested special rigging hardware in accordance with regulations?

7 Is there a plan for removing lifting tackle from the load after it is erected?

8 How will the shackle pins be removed after the lift is complete? Will a pin extractor be required and if so, manual or hydraulic?

9 What level of inspection have the shackles, hooks, or slings, and so on, been subjected to? Will a pull test be conducted on the slings?

10 Are the shackle pins and lifting eyes compatibly sized?

11 Have all rigging components such as shackles, hooks, and slings been inspected for signs of damage or deterioration before use?

12 Is the rigging arranged to have the crane hook directly over the load's center of gravity with the load hanging level?

F Roles and responsibility issues: Review the plan for qualifications, understanding of responsibilities, and acceptance of plan

1 Who is in charge of the lift? What are their qualifications? Who will give the signals to the operator?

2 Has the lift plan been reviewed with the crane operator, riggers, and others involved in the lifting operation? Has the plan been reviewed with supervisors and workers in adjacent areas?

3 Has a chain of command to operate during the lift been established and how are the involved people identified?

Does the plan have all required signatures and are responsibilities clear?

4 Has a final pre-lift safety meeting been scheduled?

5 Are there any language difficulties? Does everyone speak (fluently) the same language?

Item Lift Planning Element Considered?

Yes No N/A

G Operational envelope issues: Review the plan for distance to power lines, weather limitations 1 What are the limits on wind speed for making the lift? How and where will wind speed be measured?

2 Is cold weather likely to affect the lift? Is it necessary to derate the crane or any part of the rigging equipment due to low temperatures?

3 Is adequate lighting equipment available for use if the lifting operation should extend beyond normal daylight hours?

4 Are required personnel (operations, safety, other) available if the lift operation should extend beyond normal hours?

5 Are there overhead power lines in the operating area? If so, have minimum clearance requirements been established, and has a dedicated signal person been assigned to monitor boom, load, or loadline position relative to the power line?

6 If operating near overhead power lines, are nonconductive taglines being used?

7 Are there nearby utilities, light poles, underground utilities, or sloped soil?

H Emergency procedural issues 1 Have emergency procedures been determined and communicated to all personnel involved in the lifting operation?

2 Has confirmation of notification to adjacent units and local authorities been received?

3 Has a review taken place and agreement established on required actions if operational alarms or a process upset occur during the lift? What about contingency plans?

4 Has a review of operational activities been planned, occurring during time of lift been performed?

5 Has a review and agreement of safety, barricade, and evacuation plans been done?

6 Have control room communication channels been established and emergency plans developed, communicated, and understood by operating personnel?

7 Are the operating personnel clear regarding isolation of lines containing toxic or flammable materials? How are the valves identified?

8 Does the lift plan reflect the philosophy that safety is a top priority?

J Peripheral issues: Review the plan for landing requirement, need of constant contact, etc.

1 Are radios required? Who will provide? Are they safe for use in operating facilities? Are charged batteries available to maintain constant contact?

2 Has a review or agreement been made of communications plan during lift (dedicated radio channels, for example)?

3 Has the anchor bolt pattern been checked to confirm the load can be landed properly?

4 Will critical spare parts be available for the crane(s) during the lift? Are mechanics available?

5 Has a drawing showing the barricade plan to be used during the lift been developed?

7 Is a backup operator available in case of emergency?

8 Are crane maintenance personnel available during the lift?

9 Considering the effects of wind and lifting path, does the load contain any hazardous materials that warrant protection of personnel in the vicinity and especially below the lift path?

Item Lift Planning Element Considered?

Yes No N/A

10 Is this the best access mode to the work location? Have other options been considered?

K Lifting Personnel issues 1 Has the basket or cage been designed and approved according to

USACOE EM-385-1-1 Section 16T for contractor crane operations or NAVFAC P-307 Section 10 for Nayy crane operations?

2 Does the basket or cage have a valid inspection certificate?

3 Is the capacity clearly marked on the basket or cage?

4 Is there a secondary means of support connected above the hook?

5 Are the lifting slings dedicated to personnel lifting only?

6 Do personnel have the required safety equipment? (Fall arrest and others) 7 Is there a fixed fall arrest support point for each person?

8 Does the applicable crane winch have power-down capability to prevent free-fall?

10 Has a competent person inspected all crane structural elements prior to

11 Has the crane operator been instructed to remain at the controls during

12 Is the operator aware that the crane shall not be traveled during the lift?

13 Has the “Emergency Rescue Plan” been completed and communicated to crew?

14 Has a trial lift been carried out for the secondary and primary supports as per code?

Check List Completed by:

Name: __________________________________________ Title: _______________

Command: ______________________________________ Phone: ______________

Signature: _______________________________________ Date: _______________

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CONTRACTOR CRANE OR RIGGING OPERATION CHECKLIST

YES NO N/A

1 Is the Certificate of Compliance, P-1, in the operator’s cab (or in the contractor’s on-site office for rigging operations) with the current operator’s name listed?

2 Is the crane/machine transited to and from the job site correctly? Are the OEM instructions for travel being followed?

3 Does the operator know the weight of the load to be lifted?

4 Is the load to be lifted within the crane/machine manufacturer's rated capacity in its present configuration?

5 Are outriggers/stabilizers required and, if so, are they properly extended and down?

6 If outrigger/stabilizers are used, and the wheels are not off the ground is this the correct setup in accordance with the OEM?

7 Is the crane/machine level and on firm ground, or if the ground is not firm are adequate supporting materials provided?

8 If supporting materials are provided, is the entire surface of the outrigger/stabilizer pad supported and is the supporting material of sufficient strength to safely support the loaded outrigger/stabilizer pad?

9 If outriggers/stabilizers are not used, is the crane/machine rated for on-rubberlifts by the OEM’s load chart?

10 Is the swing radius of the crane counterweight clear of people and obstructions and are accessible areas within the swing area barricaded to prevent injury or damage?

11 Has the hook been centered over the load in such a manner to minimize swing?

12 Is the load well secured and balanced in the sling or lifting device after it is lifted a few inches for verification?

13 Is the lift and rotation path clear of obstructions?

14 If rotation of the load being lifted is hazardous, is a tagline or other restraint being used?

15 Are personnel prevented from standing or passing under a suspended load?

16 Is the operator paying full attention to the signal person?

17 Are proper signals being used? Is the operator responding properly to the signals? Are radios used for blind lifts?

18 Are empty hooks lashed or otherwise secured during travel to prevent swinging?

19 Does the operator remain at the controls while the load is suspended?

20 Does the operator ensure that side loading is prohibited?

21 Are personnel prevented from riding on a load?

22 Are start and stop motions in a smooth fluid motion (no sudden acceleration or deceleration)?

23 Is the lift a critical/complex lift?

24 If so, is a lift plan provided and understood and check-off sheets initialed and signed off?

25 If overhead power lines are in the vicinity, is a critical lift plan provided addressing the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.1407-1411?

26 If pick and carry operations are allowed and performed, are OEM directions followed (e.g. rotation lock engaged, boom centered over front or rear, etc.)?

27 When the crane/machine is left unattended, is it in a safe condition?

28 Is rigging gear undamaged and acceptable for the application?

FIGURE P-2 (1-2)

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YES NO N/A

29 Does rigging gear meet applicable ASME or host nation standards (e.g., ASME B30.9 for slings, B30.10 for hooks, B30.26 for rigging hardware such as shackles, safety hoist rings, and eyebolts, B30.20 for below the hook lifting devices)?

30 Was the rigging gear inspected prior to use?

31 Is sling protection used to protect slings (especially synthetic slings) and equipment from damage due to abrasion and sharp corners and edges?

32 Is the rigging gear used in accordance with its working load limit?

Is the working load limit marked on the rigging gear?

33 Are positive latching devices (or “mousing”) used on crane and rigging hooks?

34 If a mobile crane is used on a barge, are all rules of 29 CFR 1926.1437(construction) being followed?

35 If a mobile crane is used on a barge are the outriggers/stabilizers blocked or are the crawlers traveling in a defined space as allowed by 29 CFR 1926.1437 (construction)?

36 For floating cranes, are rules of 29 CFR 1915 (ship repair) or 29 CFR 1926.1437 (construction) being followed?

37 If a multi-purpose machine, forklift, or construction equipment is being used, is there proof from the OEM (or qualified PE) that the machine is approved for suspended load lifting and is there a load chart?

38 If a personnel lift is being performed with a crane or base mounted hoist, are all requirements of NAVFAC P-307, paragraph 11.1.g(5) for a crane or 11.1.m for a base mounted hoist being followed?

Contractor: Subcontractor:

Location: Date:

Notes:

Signature of Government representative:

FIGURE P-2 (2-2)

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CRITIAL LIFT PLAN TEMPLATE

Crane Operator:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure, to the limits of my responsibilities

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Rigger In Charge:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure, to the limits of my responsibilities

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Riggers:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the duty of ensuring the lift is carried out to the agreed procedure, to the limits of my responsibilities

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

___________________________________________ Date: ____________

Signal Person:

I have been briefed on the contents of this lift plan and accept the…