SUNCOR Standard Operating Procedures - Mobile Hoisting Equipment
SUNCOR Standard Operating Procedures - Mobile Hoisting Equipment
SUNCOR Standard Operating Procedures - Mobile Hoisting Equipment
SAFEWORK PRACTICES
MOBILE HOISTING EQUIPMENT
CAT A-2 SOP #17
Date Issued:
Review Date:
June 2010
November 2015
Revision Date:
Revision #
November 2012
2012-01
1.0 PURPOSE
This document provides the necessary information required to ensure that all personnel are
knowledgeable about the safe work practices involving the use of cranes and hoisting equipment.
2.0 SCOPE
This procedure applies to all Distribution Personnel and Contractors who are required as part of
their regular job function to make use of any crane or hoisting equipment.
This policy establishes minimum requirements for the use of any type of mobile hoisting
equipment for use at any Suncor Distribution Terminal.
Due consideration must be given to all applicable provincial legislation.
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CAUTION:
If at any time while carrying out work with a crane you should come into contact with a live
overhead wire, stay on the machine until it has been made safe. Never step down. If part of your
body contacts the ground while another part touches the machine, current will travel through
you.
CAUTION:
If an emergency forces you to leave the machine jump clear with feet together and shuffle or hop
away in small steps. Dont take big steps. Voltage differential across the ground, one foot may be
in a higher voltage area than the other. The difference can kill you.
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Typical hazards that may be encountered while operating cranes may include;
Work Environment Hazards
Slips or Trips Possible
Position of Hands, Pinch Points
Exposure to Electrical Hazards
Ergonomic Hazards
Walk Area Not Clear / Level
Uneven Terrain
Parts of Body in Line of Fire
Equipment Hazards
Operating Power Equipment
Specialized Equipment / Tools
Personal Limitations
Distractions in Work Area
4.3 Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment as outlined in Distribution Standard Operating Procedure,
Cat A-1, SOP #10 or as specified in the Safe Work Permit depending on the work to be
completed as per the job scope requirements.
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Responsible to complete regular inspections of work areas for compliance with this standard.
Accountable to ensure all Personnel are fully trained and competent prior to using any crane
or hoisting device.
Accountable to ensure all cranes / hoisting devices are inspected as per manufacturer and
regulatory requirements.
Operating Authority / Performing Authority;
Responsible to ensure daily inspections of equipment is conducted and any defects are
identified to Terminal Management immediately,
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6. No crane shall travel in the plant site, unless the positive (mechanical) house lock is in the
engaged position with the exception of trailering (boom on travel dolly).
7. All multiple crane lifts must have a pre-lift meeting.
8. All cranes used on this site shall be equipped with anti-two-block devices.
9. All cranes used on site shall have only one hoisting function reeved at one time unless
additional hoist lines are also equipped with an anti-two block with hydraulic function cut out
feature.
10. No crane shall pick and carry a load with a jib.
11. All cranes must be verified within 1 ( one ) degree of level.
12. All loads being picked and carried shall be tied off and accompanied by a signal person.
13. Prior to each use, all below the hook lifting devices (e.g. spreader bars, barrel lifts, pail cages,
etc.) shall be visually examined by the rigger and/or crane operator. All such equipment
must also have been inspected within the previous 12 months by a competent person.
14. Tag Lines should be used to control loads being hoisted. Tradesperson to determine
appropriate length in consultation with the Crane Operator.
15. Lift areas must be flagged with Caution Tape for required personnel protection. For short
duration lifts in small lift areas that can be adequately controlled by the lift crew, pylons and
signage may be used to prevent unnecessary personnel from entering the site.
16. Appropriately sized rigging in good condition must be utilized based on the weight of the lift,
dimensions and stability of the load. Nylon web slings must be protected from sharp edges
with the use of softeners when lifting steel sections and or objects that could cut the webbing.
17. Outriggers must be fully extended unless crane has chart for partial extension and or On
Rubber capabilities. Prior to deploying or retracting outriggers, ensure all personnel are
clear.
Mobile Hoisting Equipment
2012-01
Current Version of Document is Maintained Electronically
Printed Versions are Uncontrolled
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18. Timber or Steel pads must be placed under outriggers when the under outrigger pad ground
condition is unknown. Outrigger pads should never be set up on top of red concrete. When
steel outrigger mats are not used and the crane is set up off the road outrigger pad softeners
must be used. Outrigger softener pads must be in good condition.
19. Horn must be sounded before each lift when other personnel are near lift area.
20. Designated signal person will wear a signal vest & operate the warning horn (during critical
lifts).
21. Lifts that require the load to swing over live operating equipment must have the load weight
and swing path reviewed by the Crane Operator prior to the lift.
22. Rigging must be inspected and in sound condition. Sound rigging procedures must be used.
23. Ensure that all hooks used for lifting are turned out and have their safety latches keepers in
place.
24. Walking under a load is not permitted at any time.
25. Never remain in a vehicle while it is being loaded or unloaded, in the case that a suspended
load shall fall.
26. Always inspect all equipment, slings, shackles, hooks, chains, and edge protectors prior to
each lift.
27. Never exceed the safe working loads for any piece of lifting equipment. See manufacturer
specifications particular to every piece of lifting equipment prior to lifts to verify safe
working loads are not exceeded at any point. A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
28. Never use a sling that is: torn, cut, frayed, burnt from heat or chemicals, broken at the
stitching, rotting, contains holes, stretched, taken on an impacted fall that has compromised
its rating as per manufactures directions. Always replace damaged lifting materials and tag
and or destroy damaged or compromised rigging.
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29. Ensure that prior to lifting; a signal-person has been designated that is competent and familiar
with the proper hand signals in accordance with proper lifting procedures.
30. Operators should not move any load until they receive and understand your signal. If contact
between the operator and signal-person is broken for any reason, the operation must stop.
31. Where a difficult lift demands voice communication, use two way radios instead of hand
signals.
32. Only one person should signal the operator. But anyone can give the STOP signal and must
be obeyed immediately.
33. Always ensure all loads are balanced so that there is no risk of endangering fellow workers or
causing equipment damage.
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Lifts that require the use of a manbasket/bucket to hoist personnel. Manbaskets / buckets
must have an up to date inspection record, ( within 1 year ).
Total lift exceeds 75% of the mobile crane or similar hoisting equipments rated capacity.
Any lift where the loads exceeds 50 tons.
Mobile crane or similar hoisting equipment component or load can swing within the
approach limit of power lines.
Any lift utilizing two mobile cranes or similar hoisting equipment where the load on
either mobile crane or similar hoisting equipment is below 75% of capacity.
Loads over live equipment.
Engineered Lifts.
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Lift exceeds 90% of the crane's rated capacity of the specific crane configuration.
Lift utilizes a crane or lifting device in any configuration not specified as standard.
Any lift involving two cranes, where the total lift exceeds 75% of the rated capacity of
any or all the cranes involved in the lift.
Any lift classified as an engineered lift shall require the preparation of a lifting study. The study
shall include a lifting drawing(s) showing the lifting configuration of the crane(s) and load, boom
length(s), radii and/or boom angles, and clearances of critical components. Lifting capacity
margins shall be determined and shown on the drawing(s). Details of rigging and rigging
components shall be included in the lift study. An experienced rigging foreman shall be
involved in all aspects of the actual lift. A detailed lifting procedure emphasizing any special
concerns or operations shall be included. Such lifting study shall be prepared and stamped by a
qualified professional engineer, registered in the applicable province, with expertise in the area
of cranes and heavy lifting.
The lifting study shall consider the following:
a. The extent of all underground services (piping, electrical ductbanks, etc.) in the area.
b. The soil conditions underneath the outrigger mats.
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DATE
June, 2010
Nov 2012
AUTHOR
R. Rattray
R. Rattray
DESCRIPTION
New document issue.
Addition details re critical lift & checklist
REVISION
Initial Issue
2012-01
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DISTRIBUTION TERMINALS
CRANE OPERATION CRITICAL LIFT CHECKLIST
PRE JOB PLANNING MEETING
ATTENDEES;
Maintenance / Contractor Supervisor ______________________________________________
Contract Company ____________________________________________________________
Terminal Management _________________________________________________________
Crane Operator _______________________________________________________________
Rigger(s) ____________________________________________________________________
Signalperson_________________________________________________________________
JOB DESCRIPTION ___________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
LOCATION __________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
CRANE / HOISTING EQUIPMENT USED __________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
REASON FOR CRITICAL LIFT __________________________________________________
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____________________________________________________________________________
Yes
CRITICAL LIFTS GENERAL
Has safe plan / lift procedures been reviewed by all parties?
Do all workers clearly understand their responsibilities?
Is the crane operator qualified and competent?
Are weather conditions favourable for the lift?
Is there an emergency plan in place?
Are all workers aware of the emergency plan?
Is there demonstrated evidence of current crane certification on site?
Is the crane configured in accordance with the lift plan?
Are outriggers fully extended?
Has the supporting ground surface been verified as stable?
Has all rigging been inspected by a competent person?
Do any underground installations within the lift area require special
considerations?
Is there a person assigned to control the load with a tag line?
Has the lift area been isolated from unauthorized entry?
SIGNALPERSON
Is the signalperson competent in all areas of their responsibility?
Will the signalperson have unobstructed view of the lift intended path?
How will the signalperson be identified?
How will the signalperson and crane operator communicate?
If communication is by radio, will a dedicated frequency be used?
HOISTING PERSONNEL IN A MANBASKET / BUCKET
Is the crane inspected and approved for use with a manbasket?
Are manbasket drawings available and approved by an engineer?
Will a test lift of the manbasket be performed?
Does the total load including manbasket and personnel weights fall
within crane chart acceptable capacities?
LIFT EXCEEDS 75% OF THE MOBILE CRANE RATED CAPACITY
No
N/A
Yes
No
N/A
4 meters
NOTES / COMMENTS:
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SIGNATURES:
Maintenance / Contractor Supervisor
Print; ______________________________ Signature ________________________________
Terminal Management
Print; ______________________________ Signature ________________________________
Crane Operator
Print; ______________________________ Signature ________________________________
Signalperson
Print; ______________________________ Signature ________________________________
Date; ______________________________