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Crane operation — take the di ll t f lift!dice roll out of your lift!

April 1, 2009Session SCH343

Presented by Al Abel

What Causes Headlines Like Headlines Like

These?

Headlines . . .

Overhead Sling Causes InjuriesDropped Load Pins Man

Worker Dies When Load FallsWorker Severs Finger While

Rigging

OSHA Investigating the Accident

Overhead Lifting—What is it?

What is overhead lifting?

The process of lifting which would elevate a freely suspendedload to such a position that dropping the load would presentthe possibility of bodily injury or property damage.

“Overhead lifting is a special event.”

Risk is created every time we lift a load off the

ground.

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Risk is . . .

Possibility of loss or injurySomeone or something that creates or suggests a hazardP ilPeril

How Can You Manage Risk?

Risk management is a comprehensive set of actions that reduces the risk of a problem, a failure an accidentfailure, an accident.

Risk Management Means . . .

We must:PlanEveryLift

What inspections are required for hoists and cranes?

Daily (each shift) visual and operational inspection by the operator.Monthly inspection (minimum) withMonthly inspection (minimum) with signed reports by a qualified person.Periodic inspections (minimum once per year) with signed reports by a qualified person.

Daily Operator Check List Hoist or Crane Inspection Tag

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What inspections are required for slings?

Each lift, before use, by the operator.Each day, before use, by a competent personcompetent person.Annually by a qualified person.

What inspections are required for below-the-hook devices?

Each lift, before use, by the operator.Daily by the operator.A ll b lifi dAnnually by a qualified person.

What is a Qualified Person?

“A person who, by possession of a recognized degree or certificate of professional standing in an applicable field, or who, by extensive knowledge, training and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to solve y yor resolve problems relating to the subject matter and work.”

. . . from ASME B 30.9

Lifting & Fall Protection

Fluid H dli

Vehicles & V lFall Protection Handling

Plants & Facilities

Vessels

Fire & Safety

How It Works

• RFID handheld scans the ChipID (or type in serial #) to display corresponding asset details, schedules and inspection forms

• Passive: chip has no battery and is intrinsically safe• Chip sizes: 0.5” x 0.1” and up• Read/write range: 2 inches

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MetalI t

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ResinF b• Temp: -80 to 400º F Insert Mount Fob

DuraZip

Steel reinforced DuraTab

DuraBand

Fob

QUICK-STITCH

Technology

Embed in metal cavity

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How It Works

• Inspection / PM form with notes/photos on any task

• Includes ANSI / OSHA criteria• Edit location or item data• Generate alerts• Records item ID, user ID, time andRecords item ID, user ID, time and location

• Synchronize handheld with IC Online database

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What are the Steps in our lifting plan?our lifting plan?

Who is Responsible (competent) for this Rigging?

Communications established?

Is the Equipment in Acceptable Condition?

Appropriate type?

Is the Equipment in Acceptable Condition?

Proper Identification?

Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

Capacity of Gear Known?

Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

What is the weight of the load?What is the center of gravity?

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The Center of Gravity

Center of gravity is directly below the load hook

dand

connection to the load is above center of gravity

Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

Are the slings padded against sharp corners?

Types of Wear Pads Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

What is the sling angle?

Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

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Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

Are the Working Load Limits Adequate?

Is the load rigged to the center of gravity?

Will the Load be Under Control?

Is the hitch appropriate?

Selecting Slings & Hitches for Load Control

Select the sling to be used considering:The hitch to be usedThe load that will be appliedThe rigging environment

Choker Hitch

Single Leg and Load Control

They provide good control only for simple loadsDo not use hitch for lifting loose materials, long material, any load that can tip

Basket Hitch and Load Control

For more contact with the load use a double wrap basket hitch

Do not overlap at the bottom of the load

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Choker Hitch and Load Control

A choker hitch does not provide 360 degree contact with the surface

A block of wood between hitch and load improves grip and angle of choke

Load Under Control?

Slings capture center of gravity?Load lift level?Load stable?Load stable?Tag line required?

Will the Load be Under Control?

Is the hitch appropriate?Tag line needed?

Are There any Unusual Loading or Environmental Conditions?

Is there any possibility of fouling?Clear of personnel?

Will the Load be Under Control?

Wind, temperature, other?

Remembere e be

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Cranes are Designed for Vertical Lifts Only

Side pulling and end pulling are improper lifts.

Lifting & Moving of Load

Pay attention.Perform lift so if there is a failure--no one would get hurt

Slowly raise load--to minimize swing. Use proper hand hurt.

Keep hands clear--no pinch points.Slowly raise hook block.

p psignals--when necessary.“Respect The Load”

I P CIf you practice good risk

management . . .

. . . you will take the risk and the dice roll out of your

crane operation.p

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