This inspection is to ensure the equipment is safe to use. Com toolbox talks are intended to facilitate health and safety discussions on the job site. Initial version rigging material handling program revision no. We know that all accidents and injuries are preventable and that this can be achieved through efforts of each individual working within our framework of safety policies and procedures. Oct 27, 2014 riggers should keep their hands, fingers and feet clear of pinch points. Rigging safety manual osha safety manual health and. Process cyanprocess magentaprocess yellowprocess blackpantone 17 cpantone 16115 cpantone orange 021 cv. Ipts crane and rigging handbook and training manual. It is intended for use in training and as a reference manual for field operations. Rigging safety guide forward experienced mechanical construction and service workers are experts in pipefitting, plumbing, or mechanical service work, but not necessarily in rigging. Hoisting equipment should be operated only by trained personnel.
Job site considerations the handling, setting and erection of materials and equipment is a hazardous. A pretask job safety analysis is performed prior to the start of every job. An understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the equipment will support this. This guidesheet is designed to highlight safety and health hazards associated with rigging work in shipyard employment. Osha safety is in no way endorsed, sponsored or approved by, or otherwise affiliated with isnetworld. Integration of the safety manual and code of safe practices into routine training procedures and. The purpose of this safety policy and procedure is to establish the methods and guidelines for the safe use of slings throughout company. Employers and workers are encouraged to communicate and. The lifting safety subject area, found in the brookhaven national laboratory bnl standardsbased management system sbms, governs all lifts conducted at bnl.
Knowing and operating your counterweight rigging system. Once that you are dressed for the job, you need to consider your health and state of mind. A comprehensive wire and fiber rope rigging manual. Safety factors to guard against failure of a wire rope in service, the actual load on the rope should only be a fraction of the breaking strength. March 2012 important safety information the procedures in this manual are for use by qualified personnel only. The safety manual is organized into the following three sections. Rigging hardware shall be labeled for identification purposes with a durable tag. Check for overhead power lines before lifting a load. However, many of these workers perform rigging as a part of their regular work routine. Lights required on boats between sunset and sunrise and at all times of restricted visibility range and degree of visibility of lights location visible range degree of visibility inland and international masthead light 23 225 allaround light 22 360. The material outlined in this manual outlines the requirements of the doe hoisting and rigging program. Module 4 lifting and rigging sm 4 1 introduction a fire officer on a pumper was once asked why he ordered the pumper engineer to drive the 30,000 pound fire apparatus on a road that had a bridge with a 10,000 load limit. Rigging procedures, precautions and safety measures are covered. The safety factor includes reduced capacity of the rope below its stated breaking strength due to wear, fatigue, corrosion, abuse, and variations in.
It shall serve as an open forum for discussion of any and all topics relevant to the safety and health of our employees. This manual provides a framework for the new rigger and their supervisor. Department of energy under contract deac0576rl01830 pacific northwest national laboratory. March 2012 important safety information the procedures in this manual are for use by. A hard hat and safety glasses will help to protect your head and eyes from. It is the responsibility of the user of this manual to implement all of the requirements from listed sources. However, many of these workers perform rigging as a. In addition, riggers must be aware of common hazards, factors that reduce capacity, the inspection and use of slings, and safe practices in rigging, lifting, and. Boating safety course information may be located at. Rigging safety practices read and understand the operating manual for the lifting equipment being used. Process cyanprocess magentaprocess yellowprocess blackpantone. Ravs safety programs are written to isnetworld provisions. Rigging, material handling subscription osha safety manual.
Boating safety courses must be completed in person. It requires persons who perform rigging or operate hoisting equipment to be trained to ensure that the. Be aware of stacked material when lifting to avoid knocking it over with a swinging load. Rigging installation manual design, manufacture and installation of theatrical equipment worldwide 315 45440 fax 315 4511766. The safety policy lf its not safe, dont do it is important not only for your safety, but the safety of your coworkers. Hoists are often used when materials are too heavy or bulky to be safely moved manually. Our program includes random drug and alcohol testing and an onsite safety manager. Information collected was obtained primarily from shipyard personnel and reflects actual shipyard experiences. The safety factor includes reduced capacity of the rope below its stated breaking strength due to wear, fatigue, corrosion, abuse, and variations in size and quality. Safety considerations for sandblasting november 3, 2018 personal fall arrest and fall restraint systems august 20, 2018 hazard awareness the little things count june 22, 2018. The content of the pnnl hoisting and rigging manual was derived from the hanford site hoisting and rigging manual doerl9236. Improper rigging of a load or a rigging failure can expose riggers and other workers nearby to a. Cranes must not be assembled or used unless ground conditions are firm, drained, and graded to a sufficient extent so that, in conjunction when necessary with the use of supporting materials, the equipment manufacturers specifications for adequate support and degree of level of the equipment are met. Permission was given to the hanford site hoisting and rigging committee to use and reproduce portions of standards and information from the following sources.
Training programs such as csaos basic safety training for hoisting and rigging provide workers with a basic knowledge of principles. Hoists are often used when materials are too heavy or. There are hundreds of questions to be answered and is a very timeconsuming process. The cause of rigging accidents can often be traced to a lack of knowledge on the part of a rigger. Rigging when workers prepare equipment to be lifted by cranes, hoists or other materialhandling machinery is a common work process on shipyard and construction sites, among others. Department of energy under contract deac0576rl01830. Certified crane and rigging is committed to a safe work environment.
In addition, we participate on the akron canton safety council. The ability to safely move materials from one location to another is a vital part of many activities at princeton. The rigger and signalman handbook highlights general safety pointers to ensure safe lifting operations. The manual illustrates in a simple form the basics of crane operation and safety together with other relevant useful information. Feb 19, 20 a take reasonable care for his or her own health and safety and for the health and safety ofanyone else who may be affected by his or her a, or omissions at the workplace. Southern heat exchanger services safety program section. Riggers prepare ships equipment, components or sections for lifting by cranes, hoists or other material handling equipment. New jersey safe boating the objective of the boating safety program is to reduce the risk of loss of life, injury and property damage associated with the use of the states waterways. The hillis group, llc is dedicated to the protection of our employees from. Certified crane and rigging services crane rental safety. Ensuring safety for equipment moves shoemaker rigging. Slings, a component of hoisting and rigging systems, are used to lift and move loads. It covers the types of rigging and the application of fiber rope, wire rope, and chains used in various combinations to raise or move heavy loads. Any equipment that is found to be defective shall not be.
Clancy 2006 from training to inspections to safety tools. Shoemaker rigging is a member of avetta and stac, and our safety manual is available upon request. Sharp edges can slice a sling in two without warning as the load is tensioned. Page 1 of 3 purpose the purpose of this training program is to ensure a safe and incident free lifting operation in the onshore and offshore environment. This manual is a guide and basic reference for personnel whose duties require the use of rigging.
The crane operator shall inspect the crane, rigging and the area of the lift. Pptsmrigging 2014 rigger role use proper hand signals at all times know the working load limit wll of sling chains, wire rope, etc. Use a designated spotter during lifting to ensure proper clearances are maintained. The responsibility for this electrical safety program should be delegated to someone with a complete knowledge of electricity, electrical work practices, and the appropriate osha standards for installation and performance. To deliver the highest quality of works, through the identification of customer requirements and statutory requirements. Department of energy doe hoisting and rigging standard is intended as a reference document to be used by supervisors, line managers, safety personnel, equipment operators, and any other personnel responsible for safety of hoisting and rigging operations at doe sites. Lead safety program environmental health and safety. The subject area contains guidance that must be used in order to plan and perform a lift safely. Improper rigging of a load or a rigging failure can expose riggers and. Ipts crane and rigging training manual is the first choice for many trade. Worker safety is of utmost concern when performing rigging tasks. The officer responded to the question by saying that it was an emergency. According to osha, rigging workers have been injured or killed when loads have slipped or the rigging has failed.
Nrel construction environment, health, and safety manual. Introduction to electrical safety practices and will introduce you to the electrical safety program. We have developed a streamlined process for completing isnetworld accounts accurately. Rigging and sling inspections and safety requirements. Safety should be the first priority when performing lifting operations. The operator shall ensure that no lift exceeds the manufacturers rated capacity. This handbook serves as a workplace safety and health resource for workers who are involved in work activities involving lifting equipment such as cranes.
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