safe Work Procedures - Lifting Equipment

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Safety Notes

• Lifting gear & slings must conform to the relevant Australian Standards or other prescribed Standard

• Uneven loads & loads greater than 1 tonne must be slung by or under the instruction of a qualified rigger or dogman

• All commercial grade equipment must clearly display the working Load Limit (WLL)

• Lifting equipment should be inspected annually by an accredited tester

• Do not use out-of-test equipment

• Do not overload components

Risk

• Overloading of components

• Cuts

• Failure of components

• In-service failure

• Damage to equipment

• Damage to load

• Incompatibility of parts

• Detachment from load

• Detachment from crane hook

• Loss of control of load

Planning

• Ensure lifting gear & slings conform to the relevant Australian Standards or other prescribed Standard

• Engage a qualified rigger or dogman to sling uneven loads & loads greater than 1 tonne

• Ensure all commercial grade equipment clearly displays the working load limit (WLL)

• STANDARDS

• Commercial lifting equipment will carry either the Working Load Limit (WLL) or the grade of the material

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Commercial fittings will not be compatible with other fittings. Equipment not labelled with WWL or Grade must not be used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• SELECTION

• Check that lifting load gear will safely carry the proposed load

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check load charts or load plate on sets & legs of multi-leg sling sets or objects being lifted do not exceed the allowable load

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all equipment has the same WWL to maintain correct Clarence & prevent overloading & components

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Use soft packing to protect corners, or use synthetic flexible slings to lift angular or "soft" loads

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Use correct hooks to ensure the load or part of the lifting tackle will be secure & will not separate, loosen or dislodge during lifting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure safety hooks & fittings are approved

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• INSPECTION

• Lifting equipment should be inspected daily before use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Visibility inspects wire ropes for evidence of wear, damage, broken wires, or kinks. Discard if more than 10% of wires are broken in length equal to Dia x 8

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspect swayed fittings & thimbles & discard if damaged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Visually inspect slings before use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check covers of round slings for wear, burns or cuts. Check load indicators

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspect webbing slings for cuts, wear or stretching; check eyes and stiching

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Keep slings clean to prevent grit from damaging fabric

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Remove faulty slings and sets from service and repairs or destroy

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspect chains & fittings for cracks, wear, damage or distortion

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All repairs should be carried out by a competent person

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• TERMINAL FITTINGS

• Inspect hooks & fittings for wear, cracks, damage & distortion

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Keep fittings lightly oiled to maintain movement & prevent corrosion. Wipe off excess oil with a dry cloth

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• STATUTORY

• Slings and sets used on construction and high-risk work, or hired out with cranes, must be inspected and tested annually by a NATA accredited testing facility

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure a current testing tag is fitted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• HIRED OUT EQUIPMENT

• Ensure slings and sets are clearly marked with WWL and load plates

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that sling carry a current test tag

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspect slings, sets and fittings before and after each hire

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that slings and sets are suitable for the mass and type of proposed loads

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Provide protection for slings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Operation

• Check load charts to ensure that lifting equipment is not overloaded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure that lifting equipment and components are compatible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Use positive closure fittings such as shackles and safety-latch hooks to ensure load is securely attached

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check that legs of chain sling sets are not twisted, as untwisting can cause ring to roll onto hook latch and detach

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do not put a sling out from under the load and surface. Do not allow a sling to settle between load and surface

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do not pull sling out from under a load by mechanical means

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Keep equipment clean from dirt to maintain integrity of sling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wear suitable gloves to protect hands from broken wires and rough edges when handling slings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Avoid exposing lifting equipment to salt water, heat, corrosives, or and other element that will cause damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do not drive vehicles over slings, chains, ropes or fittings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wear gloves when handling wire ropes to prevent hand injury

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Completion

• Thoroughly clean slings and fittings after use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all worn or faulty fittings are replaced by a competent person with compatible fittings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check WWL of all components

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Provide secure clean-storage for lifting equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Always hang slings and chain sets from pegs, enabling them to hang straight

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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