TVA - TSP 802 Safe Operations of Cranes Assessment

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General Program Requirements (Section 1)

• Are standards, criteria, or other technical issues related to cranes that cannot be resolved at the plant, project, or higher organizational level forwarded to Corporate Safety for agency interpretation?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Standards, criteria, or other technical issues related to cranes that cannot be resolved at the plant, project, or higher organizational level must be forwarded to Corporate Safety for agency interpretation. The affected organizations will be promptly notified concerning final interpretation and resolution

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a qualified person designated as the crane coordinator?<br><br>Explanation:<br>User organizations will designate a qualified person as a crane coordinator for each plant, project, and/or major construction site. TVA contractor partners will also establish a designated crane coordinator who will also oversee crane operations conducted by their subcontractors. For operations with locations in several areas, a crane coordinator may be designated at an upper organizational level. The crane coordinator may serve in a collateral-duty role; however, the person selected must be provided the time and resources necessary to perform the responsibilities assigned in this procedure. As a minimum personnel selected to serve as crane coordinators will have documented experience with the cranes being operated at the site they are responsible for; have documented formal training in crane operations and rigging; and have completed training in this procedure to include crane coordinator responsibilities.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have overhead crane operators completed the required ATIS course?<br><br>Explanation:<br>ATIS 00059111 (Initial / 5 years)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have mobile crane operators completed the required ATIS course?<br><br>Explanation:<br>ATIS 00059110 (Initial if required/<br>Written Test and Skill Certifications: Every 3 years)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have overhead crane coordinators completed the required ATIS course?<br><br>Explanation:<br>ATIS 00061328 (Initial - per Engineering and Compliance Training 01/26/11)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have mobile crane field coordinators completed the required ATIS course? <br><br>Explanation:<br>ATIS 00059183 (Initial / 3 years)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have rigging and signal persons completed the required ATIS course?<br><br>Explanation:<br>ATIS 00059147 (Initial)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cranes inspected, tested and maintained?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Organizations will establish an inspection, testing, and maintenance program to schedule and perform the annual inspections and ensure that the maintenance requirements are carried out.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an established crane engineering and analysis program? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Organizations will establish a crane engineering and analysis program to serve as a focal point for all crane related matters and problems.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do contractors comply with TVA requirements specified in their contract?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Contractors performing crane operations for TVA will comply with the requirements specified in their contract. Contracts must be written to require meeting the requirements of this procedure as a minimum.<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Responsibility of the Crane Coordinator (Section 2)

• Does the crane coordinator provide oversight of the crane program?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Provide oversight of the crane safety program for the plant, site, or locations assigned to ensure that all cranes and hoists are operated, inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with the requirements of this procedure.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator ensure that all personnel with responsibilities related to the operation of cranes and hoists are certified or qualified as required and such certification/qualification is maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator lead lift plan efforts by participating in lift planning when required?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Participate in and approve all high hazard lift plans and maintain a copy of all high hazard lift plans for a minimum of three years. The crane coordinator may delegate approval of high hazard lift plans to another person who meets the experience and training requirements of the crane coordinator. However, the crane coordinator is responsible to oversee the work of any person(s) to which this responsibility is delegated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator coordinate inspections, maintenance activities, and retrofit operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator track corrective action to closure for all discrepancies identified on crane inspections?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator resolve questions on crane operations, standards, codes, criteria, and procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator stop crane activities when requirements are not met?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator ensure that crane preventative maintenance (PM) programs are performed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane coordinator establish an emergency plan for providing off site crane operators if needed on short notice? <br><br>Explanation:<br>This may involve but is not limited to TVA certification of vendor crane operators to ensure availability when needed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Responsibilities of Crane Operators (Section 3)

• Does the crane operator maintain certification on cranes being operated and S-8 medical examination?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator understand the operating functions and limitations of the crane being operated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator perform a pre-operational inspection to determine the operating condition of the crane?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Do not make a lift until all safety related deficiencies identified on the pre-operational inspection have been corrected.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator participate in the planning of the lift?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator stop or does not make a lift when there is a concern relative to the safety of the lift?<br><br>Explanation:<br>The responsible supervisor will be notified and if the concern cannot be resolved the crane coordinator will be consulted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator ensure the load to be lifted is within the rated capacity of the crane?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator maintain communication with the signal person?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Ensure standard hand signals are used unless voice communication equipment is used. Signals will be visible or audible to the operator at all times.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator verify that monthly and annual inspections are current prior to operating a given crane?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are crane operators (TVA and contractor) required to report to their supervisor and to the TVA medical examiner or nurse any prescribed medications or over the counter medication they are taking? Especially those known to cause drowsiness, which may impair their ability to operate TVA cranes. <br><br>Explanation:<br>Medications that a physician determines could impair the capacity for endurance, agility, dexterity, coordination, speed of reaction, consciousness, alertness, judgment, or emotional stability may be sufficient cause for disqualification. The examiner will review these cases on an individual basis considering the dosage, reason for prescription, and tolerance for the medication to determine if the individual can safely operate cranes.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Responsibility of the Supervisor of Crane Operations (Section 4)

• Does the supervisor ensure that only certified crane operators, qualified riggers, and signal persons are assigned to make lifts?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the supervisor ensure that all lifts are planned in accordance with the requirements of this procedure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the supervisor ensure that cranes are not used if safety discrepancies exist or if inspections are not current?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the supervisor consult with the crane coordinator on questions regarding implementation of the crane safety program?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the supervisor consult with TVA medical vendor or site health station to determine fitness for duty when notified by the crane operator of medications being taken?<br><br>Explanation:<br>In addition, provide the TVA medical examiner information on the types of cranes being operated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Responsibilities (Section 5)

• Are only crane operators who are certified in the Crane Operator Certification Process section of this procedure allowed to participate in a lift?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Apprentices or other personnel undergoing on-the-job training may participate in a lift operation provided they are supervised by fully certified operators. Operators for cab-equipped cranes that are also equipped to be operated by pendant and/or remote control must be certified. Operators for radio-operated overhead cranes must be certified. Operators of pendant cranes/hoists and of radio-controlled monorail hoists must be qualified in accordance with the Qualification Process section of this procedure and pass a practical operating examination.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the crane operator have responsibility for the safe lift of a load and final authority on decisions related to making a lift unless relieved of this responsibility by a qualified person? <br><br>Explanation:<br>The signal person is responsible for all communication with the operator except in an emergency stop situation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Planning/Handling the Load (Section 6)

• Prior to each initial lift, does the crane operator, rigger(s), and signal person review and discuss the planned lift?<br><br>Explanation:<br>This review, as a minimum, will include setup, proper determination that the load to be lifted is within the capacity of the crane, analysis of the load chart, and the safe load path. These reviews are not necessary for repetitive lifts, such as concrete pouring operations.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are planning normal and high hazard lifts conducted as designated in this procedure?<br><br>Explanation:<br>For high-hazard lifts, the lift plan will be documented and include an appropriate evaluation (i.e., loads, stresses, support structures, lift and swing paths) by a qualified person. Form TVA 17671, High Hazard Lift Plan, Appendix A will be used to document each high hazard lift plan. High-hazard lift planning must consider all elements of the lift necessary to assure a safe lift. Form TVA 17671, High Hazard Lift Plan is designed to provide minimal information and must be supplemented with any additional information required to conduct a safe lift. Additional information may include load chart calculations, results of structural analyses, drawings of crane set-up, soil conditions, etc. As a minimum the crane coordinator, crane operator and the responsible supervisor will sign the high-hazard lift plan indicating approval. High hazard lift plans will be maintained by the field crane coordinator for a minimum of 3 years.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are loads to be lifted “free” prior to being rigged for a lift?<br><br>Explanation:<br>If this is not possible, then a load moment indicator, load cell, or similar device must be used to ensure that the crane, hoist, or rigging does not exceed its allowable safe working load.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are personnel cleared from areas under the crane booms when loads are being lifted or moved unless the person in charge determines that it is operationally necessary for personnel to remain in the area or pass through the area?<br><br>Explanation:<br>When determined to be operationally necessary the time spent under the crane boom will be minimized. If possible the crane operation will be suspended while personnel are in the area under the crane boom.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Mobile Crane Setup & Operating Radius (Section 7)

• Are mobile cranes set up in accordance with OSHA, ASME, and TVA standards and appropriate manufacturers’ requirements? <br><br>Explanation:<br>At a minimum they will include the following:<br>Preparation of operating locations and access roads;<br>When traveling a truck crane from one location to another, a qualified person with CDL will operate truck with certified crane operator at the crane controls;<br>If set up on structure, assurance that allowable structural loads are not exceeded;<br>Preparation of footing;<br>Verification that crane is level (Requires second-party verification);<br>Determination of total load weight by OEM load chart requirements;<br>Determination of the load radius;<br>Proper placement and use of outriggers;<br>Assurance of adequate swinging clearance;<br>Assurance that operating locations are far enough away from shoring, excavations, trenches, buried utilities etc., to eliminate the risk of collapse;<br>Assurance that minimum clearance from power lines is maintained;<br>Proper positioning of barricades;<br>Proper boom assembly/disassembly;<br>Documentation of second party verification for crane set up for high hazard lifts;<br>For multiple crane lift, no crane is loaded more than 75% of its net capacity;<br>When leaving any mobile crane unattended for more than a shift the boom is lowered to the ground or retracted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Rigging (Section 8)

• Are rigging for loads done in accordance with TSP 721?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Signaling & Emergency Shutdown (Section 9)

• Is a signal person used for the duration of all lifts? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Throughout the entire lift, the crane operator will accept communications only from the designated signal person, except in emergency situations.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the operator accept an emergency stop from anyone? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Conductions for emergency shutdown include but are not limited to the following:<br>Severe weather (high wind or lightning)<br>Improperly rigged load. <br>Mechanical defects or failure. <br>Operations too near power lines. <br>When the crane gets in a tipping or overload condition. <br>Any hazard from the lift to personnel in the work area. <br>Improper crane setup. <br>Loss of communication (between operator and signal person). <br>Equipment or material being moved and not in the clear. <br>People walking under load.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Safety Requirements (Section 10)

• Are crane cabs kept clean and free from litter?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Extraneous items such as magazines and personal radios are not allowed in the cab. Areas around the load pickup and set down points will be kept free of loose objects, material, etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is unauthorized equipment used in or on the crane?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Unauthorized equipment will not be used in or on the crane.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cranes operated in accordance to operating practices contained in ASME B30.2 (overhead cranes) and ASME B30.5 (mobile cranes)? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Including operator conduct, load handling, and signals.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lift and holds performed to verify that the hoist holding brakes are working properly during each lift?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cranes loaded beyond their rated capacity?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Cranes will not be loaded beyond their rated capacity except for rated-load test or for planned engineered lifts (see Appendix I).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cranes derated due to deficiencies affecting safe operations? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Cranes will not be derated due to deficiencies affecting safe operation by anyone except the crane manufacturer.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are personnel lifted with cranes?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Lifting personnel with cranes is inherently dangerous and will always be regarded as high hazard. Where there is no practical alternative, lifting personnel using platforms attached to load lines or the crane boom may be done but must be in strict compliance with TSP 708, Crane Suspended and Boom Attached Personnel Work Platforms, to include careful attention relative to inspection, maintenance, and operating conditions.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are loads lifted over personnel?<br><br>Explanation:<br>As a general rule, lifting loads over personnel is prohibited. However, in situations where it is impossible to perform the lift without lifting over personnel, such lifts will be deemed high hazard, thus requiring formal planning.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the responsible person ensure that no personnel are below the crane hoist when testing, troubleshooting, performing routine maintenance, or making repairs?<br><br>Explanation:<br>The responsible person will ensure that the area below the crane hoist is free of personnel by using rope, plastic caution tape, or barricades, (where practical) to secure the area, or by posting a watchman (with no other duties) where the use of rope, plastic tape, or barricades is not practical. The responsible person will also ensure that the crane hoist is not positioned over tool trailers, office structures that may contain personnel.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are loads lifted prior to all employees being cleared?<br><br>Explanation:<br>A load will not be lifted until all employees are clear. Clear means adequate distance in case the load drops, shifts, or swings. Loose material or items such as pipe, poles, or stacks from which a load is made will be secured from shifting by chocks, cribbing, stanchions, etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tag lines used?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Tag lines will be used unless their use has been evaluated by the Person In Charge (PIC) as ineffective for the lift application in use. TSP 721A, Rigging (Non-Nuclear), Instructions, Load Control.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are nighttime operations conducted with adequate illumination?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Nighttime operations will be conducted with adequate illumination of the pickup area, set down area; the signal person, the boom tip, and the load path (if the load path is not previously determined to be clear). Nighttime crane operations where contact with energized electrical lines is possible will not be made unless such lines can be adequately illuminated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are structures supporting hoists designed by a qualified engineer?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Structures supporting hoists will be designed by a qualified engineer to support the load imposed by the weight of the hoist and the maximum load the hoist can lift. Structures, i.e. monorail beams, supporting hoists will be labeled as to their capacity in a manner that is clearly visible from the floor.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are arc flash protection requirements followed?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Requirements for arc flash protection found in TSP 1022, Arc Flash Hazard Calculation and Required Protection, must be followed where calculations have determined the need for such protection when operating or maintaining overhead cranes. This includes completion of required arc flash training and the use of required FR clothing. <br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Training (Section 11)

• Are employees required to be qualified or certified?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Employees required to be qualified or certified to meet requirements of this procedure will be trained as necessary to meet qualification or certification requirements.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does training include (at a minimum) the following:<br>Training that leads to employee qualification and/or certification in each appropriate function;<br>Training modules that are designed to include knowledge in related functions;<br>Training modules and on-the-job practical training that lead to technical knowledge, qualification, and/or certification in the specific crane to be operated?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Key topics of each training modules are listed in Appendix B. Appendix C contains a list of approved training courses to meet the requirements of this procedure.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Qualification Process (Section 12)

• Do managers document in writing that the following personnel have been examined and meet the definition of a “qualified person”?<br>Lead maintenance personnel<br>Supervisors<br>Trainers<br>Pendant Crane Operators<br>Radio Controlled Monorail and Hoist Operators <br><br>Explanation:<br>Qualified Person - An individual who possesses a recognized degree, certificate of professional standing, or record of extensive knowledge, training, and experience that successfully demonstrates his/her ability to solve problems related to the subject matter and/or work. Qualifications are prerequisites for certification.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Crane Operator Certification Process (Section 13)

• Do applicants for certification as mobile crane operators show at least one year (2000 hours) of documented experience?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Management has the option of requiring additional experience on specific cranes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are only journeymen and Level 2 technicians considered as applicants for certification as crane operators?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are only certified TVA personnel designated to administer the certification? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Certification will be obtained from the Heavy Equipment Division for mobile cranes and the Power Service Shop for overhead cranes. The only exception is that NPG conducts certifications for overhead cranes for NPG personnel.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a written examination, skills test, and medical examination administered? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Tests may be administered verbally, so long as the applicant is given the same test, i.e., verbal answers recorded and all required reading and interpretation of the load chart information is satisfactorily demonstrated. The approved testing organization will develop and administer the test in accordance with requirements of this procedure. If an applicant fails a certification examination three (3) consecutive times at a minimum of thirty (30) day intervals the individual can not be tested again for a period of one (1) year.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the passing grade of 80 for the written exam and 100 for the hand signal portion?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the skills test consist of actual operation of the equipment under the direction/observation of a certified operator?<br><br>Explanation:<br>The test must include the requirements necessary for a safe lift specified in OSHA and ASME standards and must include all aspects of making a lift. Competence will, of necessity, be a matter of judgment on the part of the certifier, but failure to conduct a pre-operational inspection or errors/incompetence in any aspects that could cause the load to be dropped, tipping of the crane, or overload of the crane will be cause for failure. A checklist will be used to conduct the skills test to ensure key elements of crane operation are covered. The checklist will be maintained with certification documentation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are crane operators certified on each class of crane, according to size, type, and capacity?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do crane operators complete basic rigging training?<br><br>Explanation:<br>ATIS 00059147

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a current medical examination available for each crane operator?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Annual Crane Inspector Certification Process (Section 14)

• Are annual inspectors certified to perform the required inspections on all mobile and major overhead cranes?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Certification is in addition to crane operator certification. Inspectors of pendant cranes, jib cranes, and monorail hoist are not required to be certified.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does HED administer a written annual crane inspector certification for mobile cranes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does Power Service Shops administer written annual crane inspector certification for overhead cranes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the annual crane inspector certification process at a minimum require initial and refresher training on regulatory requirements and operational characteristics of the specific cranes to be inspected?<br><br>Explanation:<br>In addition, the process will require written and practical exams to demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements and specific crane characteristics.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the annual crane inspector certification process establish a minimum level of experience performing maintenance on cranes to be inspected? <br><br>Explanation:<br>This process will be subject to evaluation in accordance requirements of this procedure.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Medical Examination (Section 15)

• Do TVA employees who operator cranes and/or perform annual crane inspections pass a medical examination at least every two years? <br><br>Explanation:<br>TVAs medical examination procedures for the “Special Medical Approval for Crane Operator Duty” (S08) meets OSHA, ASME, and TVA specific requirements, which include passing alcohol and drug tests at the direction of and pursuant to criteria established by TVA. Medical examinations are not required for employees who operate or perform annual inspections on pendant operated overhead cranes or radio-controlled monorail hoists.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the offer of employment withdrawn when the alcohol and/or drug test is positive?<br><br>Explanation:<br>If the alcohol and/or drug test is positive for current employees obtaining initial crane operator clearance, during their periodic crane operator examination, or during a random alcohol and drug test the requirements of the applicable alcohol and drug testing program apply.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are records available to demonstrate that S08 special medical approval is current?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Certification for TVA crane operators and annual crane inspectors is not valid if the S08 medical approval is not current.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are non-employees who operate cranes for TVA or contractors required to meet the same medical qualifications as TVA employees who perform the same duty?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Contractors must provide to management a completed TVA Form 17632, Contractor Crane Operator Medical Certification, attached as Appendix D for each individual who will operate cranes for TVA or its contractors documenting that the individual meets TVA medical qualifications for crane operators. Certification for non-employee crane operators is not valid if the information documented on the TVA Form 17632, Contractor Crane Operator Medical Certification is not current. As part of the medical examination non-employees must also successfully pass alcohol and drug tests at the direction of and pursuant to criteria established by TVA and this standard. If a non-employee tests positive for alcohol or drugs, they will be denied access to TVA property.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Certification Period (Section 16)

• Unless cause is shown to suspend or revoke certification is the certification period shown below used?<br>Mobile Crane Operators - 3 years<br>Overhead Crane Operators (including radio controlled overhead cranes) - 5 years<br>Crane Inspectors (mobile) - 3 years<br>Crane Inspectors (overhead) - 5 years

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Recertification (Section 17)

• Are crane operators and annual inspectors recertified following the initial and subsequent certification period expiration?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Recertification requires meeting all of the original conditions for certification.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are crane operators recertified if documentation does not exist that they have operated the crane(s) for which they are certified at least once a year?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Performing an operation in a simulator is equivalent to actual crane operation to meet this requirement.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When transferring from one organization to another are individuals required to be recertified?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Individuals transferring from one organization to another may be required to be recertified if their certification is still valid. Those who leave TVA, and return within the certification period may be required to be recertified.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Revocation of Certification (Section 18)

• Is the operator’s/inspector’s certification revoked by the responsible supervisor when an accident occurs due to operator or inspector error? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Reasons for revoking certification include but limited to:<br>Operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol;<br>Falsifying certification records;<br>Inability to pass the physical examination;<br>Violating safety rules involving operation of the crane.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the reason for revocation of a certification noted on TVA Form 18121, Certification/Qualification Card?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Written justification supporting this action will be made part of the record (including the PHR). <br>After the revocation period has expired, the individual must satisfy all necessary requirements to be reinstated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Suspension of Certification (Section 19)

• Is an operator’s or an annual inspector’s certification suspended when any of the following reasons are met?<br>Physical examination becomes delinquent or if there is a physical challenge that keeps the operator or annual inspector from meeting physical requirements;<br>Accident that involves an accident investigation team.<br><br>Explanation:<br>Reinstatement occurs when<br>Physical examination has been passed;<br>After thorough investigation of the accident, the certification may be revoked or reinstated based on findings.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Inspection (Section 20)

• Does the inspection program consist of three parts?<br>Is daily inspection documentation maintained for a period of 30 days?<br>Is monthly inspection documentation maintained for a period of 1 year?<br>Is annual inspection documentation maintained for a period of 5 years?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Inspection program consist of:<br>Daily inspection performed by the crane operator prior to use <br>TVA Form 40345 Operator’s Mobile Crane Preoperational Inspection<br>TVA Form 17672 Operator’s Overhead Crane Preoperational Inspection<br>Monthly inspections by user organization for crane hoist running wire rope and critical safety items such as brakes, hooks, etc. <br>TVA Form 17775 Overhead Crane Monthly Inspection<br>TVA Form 17774 Operator’s Mobile Crane Safety Monthly Inspection<br>Annual (periodic) inspection by certified inspectors independent of the local plant/site;<br>A crane, which has been subjected to sever weather conditions, will receive a periodic inspection prior to use.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do operators and inspections report crane discrepancies?<br>Does the local plant/site management correct identified discrepancies?<br><br>Explanation:<br>The local plant/site may use the services of a certified inspector in correcting discrepancies. Crane equipment with critical safety item discrepancies must be removed from service using proper clearance or Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do inspections cover the requirements of the appropriate OSHA, ASME, and TVA standards and the manufacturer’s recommendations? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Organizations may require more stringent inspection requirements, but must ensure uniformity within their own organization. Inspection findings will be tracked until corrective action has been completed. Documentation of corrective action taken will be maintained with the inspection report.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do cranes that have been idle for a period of one month or more, but less than six months receive a monthly inspection prior to use?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Cranes (overhead and mobile) that have been idle for more than six months will receive an annual inspection before use.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are specific control circuits or limit switch set points altered? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Specific control circuit or limit switch set points will follow those recommended by the manufacturers and are not altered unless approved by a qualified engineer after coordinating the alterations with the manufacturer as appropriate. Inspectors and qualified mechanics/maintenance personnel are the only personnel authorized to change a specified set point.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is crane equipment that fails required inspections removed from service using the appropriate “tagout” procedure?<br><br>Explanation:<br>All crane equipment failing the required inspection will be removed from service using the appropriate "tagout" procedure and the affected function not used until the identified discrepancy is corrected. Electrically powered cranes will be cleared for inspection under approved tagout procedures. <br>

NOTE: NPG Requirement - Non-destructive examination (NDE) of hooks, when performed, will be performed by individuals certified to SNT-TC-1A out of N-MT-5, Magnetic Particle Examination of Crane Hooks.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Testing (Section 21)

• Following major repair or modification are cranes tested in accordance with OSHA and applicable ASME Standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are new cranes tested in compliance with purchase and/or design requirements?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Discrepancies identified will be corrected prior to acceptance or release. A certified inspector will participate in the tests.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rated load test performed on mobile cranes when the boom is disassembled or configuration is changed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Records (Section 22)

• Are inspection records kept locally and/or at a central location?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Inspection records required will be kept locally and/or at a central location. These records will be analyzed periodically for generic problems or other trends so that timely and appropriate actions can be taken.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Maintenance (Section 23)

• Has a crane and rigging maintenance program been developed?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Organizations will develop a crane and rigging maintenance program based on the philosophy of preventive maintenance. This program will include designation of responsibilities for the required maintenance, the necessary documentation and procedures, and a record keeping system. Maintenance personnel will be qualified for the equipment assigned.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the Preventive Maintenance (PM) program include:<br>Management emphasis and support;<br>Work order system;<br>Equipment records;<br>Lubrication program.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a process in place to ensure replacement of critical parts and components for older cranes no longer manufactured or where replacement parts cannot be purchased?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Organizations will ensure that a process is established for ensuring replacement of critical parts and components for older cranes no longer manufactured or where replacement parts cannot be purchased. This process will include an appropriate engineering review to ensure that such parts or components are designed and fabricated to function safely.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Prior to initiating maintenance activities are the following precautions followed?<br>The crane to be repaired is moved to a location where it will cause the least interference with other cranes and operations area;<br>Barricades and/or flagging is provided;<br>All controllers are placed in the off position unless required for maintenance;<br>The main power source is disconnected and tagged in accordance with the site clearance procedures unless main power is required.<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Safety Devices (Section 24)

• Are safety devices maintained as required by OSHA and ASME standards?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Organizations will maintain safety devices required by the appropriate OSHA and ASME standards. The central crane coordinator will provide for review of new technology, manufacturer's options, operational problems, and accidents to determine the need for additional safety devices or safety design features.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Crane Engineering & Analysis (Section 25)

• Are data and records collected concerning crane operations?<br><br>Explanation:<br>All data and records collected concerning crane operations, i.e., inspections, maintenance, accidents, and training/certification, will be made available to the crane coordinator. All data will be analyzed periodically for (1) tracking the operational readiness of crane equipment; (2) generic and agency-wide problem trends; (3) the need for retrofit, major modifications, or replacement; (4) frequency of lubrication, adjustments, tests, etc ; (5) any need to change purchase and/or design specifications; and (6) injury and property damage accident cause trends.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is responsibility established for coordinating, designing, and approving all the following activities?<br>Retrofit/modifications;<br>Rigging hardware specifications development;<br>Purchase review, bid review, engineering and operations review;<br>Specification review;<br>Recommendations for standardizing equipment;<br>Adding/removing safety devices;<br>Acceptance control;<br>Technical guidance;<br>Solving problems and sharing information.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Interpretation & Resolution of Criteria/Standards Issues (Section 26)

• When standards required or referenced differ or conflict does the lowest level possible resolve the issues?<br><br>Explanation:<br>The standards required or referenced by this procedure are subject to different and sometimes conflicting interpretations. Additionally, gaps in coverage may exist between standards, e.g., ASME and the National Electric Code. When such issues develop interpretations and/or clarification will be resolved at the lowest possible level, i.e.: <br>Plant/site crane coordinator <br>Central crane coordinator.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does corporate safety make all official interpretations?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Corporate Safety will make all official interpretations of this procedure, OSHA standards, and/or national consensus standards. Corporate Safety will when necessary request interpretations from regulatory agencies.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the organization comply with the latest edition of the appropriate OSHA, ASME, or TVA standard?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Organizations will comply with the latest edition of the appropriate OSHA, ASME, or TVA standard. Where a new standard may require a major retrofit/modification and does not provide a "grandfather" clause, the central crane coordinator, in consultation with Corporate Safety, will decide on the appropriate course of action.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the central or plant/site crane coordinator ensure line organization distribution of all new/updated ASME standards and applicable manufacturer’s bulletins?<br><br>Explanation:<br>The central or plant/site crane coordinator will ensure line organization distribution of all new/updated ASME standards and applicable manufacturers' bulletins to all users. Corporate Safety will continue to ensure availability of updates and/or new OSHA standards.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Accident Reporting & Investigation (Section 27)

• Are all accidents involving cranes investigated and reported to the plant/site and central crane coordinator of analysis?<br><br>Explanation:<br>All accidents involving cranes will be investigated and reported to the plant/site and central crane coordinator for analysis. This includes all property damage accidents and near- miss incidents involving crane operations. Reference TSP 13, Report and Investigate Injuries and Illnesses (TVA-SPP-18.012, Report and Investigate Injuries and Illnesses.) The site crane coordinator or their designee will be involved in the investigation of these accidents.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When an accident meets the definition of a “serious accident” is it reported and investigated in accordance with TSP 11, Conduct Serious Accident Investigation?<br><br>Explanation:<br>Serious Accident - A fatality or in-patient hospitalization of three or more TVA employees within 30 days of an accident. Other events which under slightly different circumstances would have resulted or may result in one of these outcomes may be defined as serious upon joint agreement between the DASHO and responsible EVP.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is accident information shared with plants/sites and between line organizations? <br><br>Explanation:<br>Accident information will be shared on a timely basis with all plants/sites and between line organizations. The central crane coordinator will have responsibility for distribution of such information.

  Yes

  No

  N/A