QEN-P118 Lifting Procedure
QEN-P118 Lifting Procedure
QEN-P118 Lifting Procedure
PROCEDURE
FOR
LIFTING
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Table of Contents
1 PURPOSE .................................................................................................... 4
2 SCOPE ......................................................................................................... 4
3 DEFINITIONS............................................................................................... 4
4 RESPONSIBILITIES .................................................................................... 5
4.1 AREA/M AJOR M AINTENANCE COORDINATOR ...................................................................5
4.2 WORKSHOP ENGINEER ...................................................................................................5
4.3 OPERATION ....................................................................................................................5
4.4. CONTRACTOR (THE OGMS CONTRACTOR) .....................................................................5
4.5. CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR ........................................................................................5
4.6. CERTIFIED RIGGER .........................................................................................................5
5 PROCEDURE .............................................................................................. 6
5.1 GENERAL LIFTING .....................................................................................................6
5.2 HEAVY OR COMPLEX LIFTING: ................................................................................6
5.3 BLIND LIFTING............................................................................................................7
5.4 PERSONNEL LIFTING ................................................................................................7
5.5 TRANSOPRT ...............................................................................................................8
6 WORK INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................. 8
6.1 PLANNING LIFT ..........................................................................................................8
6.2 PREPARING LIFT .......................................................................................................9
6.3 EXECUTION ................................................................................................................9
6.4 GENERAL SAFETY ...................................................................................................10
7 REFERENCES ........................................................................................... 10
8 APPENDICES ............................................................................................ 10
ISSUE HISTORY
Changes from previous issue are indicated in the table below
5 Reviewed 10/04/2009
11 Review 08/11/2018
2 Scope
This procedure applies to all personnel involved in lifting within QALHAT PLANT COMPLEX
(site).
3 Definitions
Heavy Lifting is a term used in Qalhat plant complex to describe lifting a load of more than
five (5) tons.
Complex Lifting is a term used in Qalhat plant complex to describe lifting a load in complex
situation such uses of two or more lifting appliance, lifting height is more than 30 meters,
lifting in difficult or restricted area, lifting over live process lines, lifting near overhead electrical
power line.
Blind Lifting is a term used in Qalhat plant complex to describe lifting which at any point in
the lifting operation; the crane operator cannot directly see the load.
Personnel Lifting is a term used in Qalhat plant complex to describe the lift of personnel
using pedestal crane, mobile crane, derricks, winches, stabbing board, special hoist-support
personnel lifting devices, mobile aerial platforms and all lifting and hoisting operation not
specifically excluded. This procedure does not apply to personnel/freight elevator, diving
operation, helicopter lifting, medical evacuation, specialist rope access activities, and manual
handling.
Lifting Weight is the sum of the weights of the load, spreader bars, chain blocks, slings,
shackles and any other attachment to the load.
Working Radius is the horizontal radius between the centre of rotation of the crane’s boom
and the centre of gravity of the load.
Elevation is the highest point of the equipment above ground level at which it is located.
Lifting Height is the height at which crane has to clear. This height includes equipment
elevation, length of slings, chain blocks and allowance for any obstacles that may be in the
path of the load.
Safe Working Load is the weight specified on a sling, shackle or chain blocks that it can
safely lift.
Centre of Gravity is the point on load at which the whole weight of the load is considered to
be acting.
Lifting Plan: A lift plan is a document used to ensure transfer and communication of all
relevant information prior to conducting a lift.
Approved Crane Operator has a competency certificate (in form of a licence) to operate a
crane issued by the Oman government and OLNG appointed certification body.
Rigger is a fully competent and experienced person who is certified for fixing lifting tools to the
load and guiding the crane operator.
Over head Cranes are the fixed cranes installed in turbine platforms, RV platforms and in
workshops.
OGMS- Oman LNG General Maintenance Services
• The lifting work has to be executed by certified rigger and certified crane operator.
• The work supervisor; certified rigger and the crane operator should discuss and
understand the scope of lifting.
• Secure Permit to Work from operations with basis from agreed lifting method.
• The work supervisor should ensure the correct weight estimation and equipment centre of
gravity.
• The rigger should use correct safe working load of the inspected lifting devices that have
approved colour code.
• The certified Crane operator has to verify that the crane has a valid inspection certificate
and the lifting equipment has the right colour code before starting the lifting operation.
• Position all necessary equipment and satisfy the precautions as stated in the Permit to
Work.
• All job requests for heavy or complex lifting shall be raised through the CMMS if within the
scope of OGMS, however, if outside supplied it should be via procurement of external
services.
• All Heavy or complex Lifts need an approved Lifting plan.
• The executer should ask for a lifting plan having in mind maximizing the utilization of
OLNG equipment. Outside sourcing requires OLNG maintenance coordinators’
concurrence.
• The appointed persons prepare & review the lifting plan & then work can be executed as
per approved plan.
• Secure Permit to Work from operations with basis from agreed lifting plan.
• The crane operator will be informed on the lift then he will sign in the lifting plan assuring
his clearance.
• The certified Crane operator has to verify that the crane has a valid inspection certificate
and the lifting equipment has the right colour code before starting the lifting operation.
• The supervisor of the job has to understand the Lifting plan and sign for this. He has to
verify that the crane operator understands the job and has signed the lifting plan. He has
to instruct the rigger and be convinced that the rigger understands the lifting job.
• Position all necessary equipment and satisfy the precautions as stated in the Permit to
Work and lifting plan.
• The Contractor Supervisor-in-charge to make final checks and informs OLNG
Maintenance supervisor prior to start of the lifting activity.
5.5 TRANSOPRT
• The crane should be fully parked and boom secured during transport.
• Assign a flagman (normally the rigger) with high visibility jacket when moving cranes
near overhead electrical lines or piping, reversing or manoeuvring in an area with plant,
machinery or personnel.
6 Work Instructions
6.1 PLANNING LIFT
• All heavy lifting operation should be carried out during daytime unless it is authorised by
Area coordinator.
• All Heavy Lifts need an approved Lift plan.
• Estimate the weight of the equipment to be lifted, take into account that equipment may
have collected dirt or fouling and has increased its weight over manufacturer’s indicated
weight
• Know the equipment size, condition whether suitable for lifting and centre of gravity.
• Check the equipment location and elevation. Find out if there are any obstacles in the
way of the lift and how the load is to be laid down.
• Select the correct safe working load for slings, shackles, chain blocks and eyebolts and
ensure that inspection dates and colour coding are valid. Ref QEN-P202 Select a sling
or band of sufficient length according to the size of the equipment for controlled lifting.
Use a spreader beam if required.
• Establish the total weight which is the total of hook, slings, shackles and equipment to
be lifted
• Establish where crane can be parked. Crane should not be parked on soft ground.
• Determine the working radius. Estimate the lifting height.
• Determine the boom length required (appendix-5). Check with the crane loading charts
for working radius, boom length, and lifting weight. Determine the best crane to use. But
do not use a crane that is near the limit (percentage weight over load capacity >85%) of
the crane specification. A crane loading chart should always be kept with the crane.
• Lifting plan is required for heavy or complex lifting, see appendix-2, showing a sketch of
crane position, equipment position and location of equipment/platform etc in the vicinity,
specify the type of crane, the slings, hooks, shackles. Show the weight and radius for
the crane. Mention the load capacity for this crane from the crane chart and establish
the percentage weight over load capacity.
• When percentage is over 75% an OLNG engineer has to approve.
6.3 EXECUTION
• Carryout TBT lifting activity ( Refere to appendex.1 ).
• Position the crane at the designated location. Ensure that all the outriggers are fully
extended and when on soft soil supported by proper wooden blocks or steel plates. The
crane must rest in a flat position on the outriggers, with its wheels fully lifted off the
ground.
• Use a fully competent rigger who is familiar with the proper hand signals. At any one
time, only the rigger shall be signalling to the crane operator. The rigger shall have a
vest so he can be recognised easily as rigger. Always use clear and distinct signals to
control lifting operations.
• Check for wind conditions, with a strong wind the equipment may move uncontrollably,
in that case lifting should be stopped.
• Attach the shackles and slings to the lifting points of the equipment. Ensure that the
shackle pins are fully closed and slings do not cross when attached to the crane hook.
• Tie a guide rope to the equipment. Control the load from swinging during lifting using the
guide rope.
• Protect the slings on loads with sharp corner with packing, wood or sleeves.
• Ensure that the equipment is free from all fixed attachment before lifting. The crane hook
should be positioned over the centre of gravity of the load before lifting to prevent load
swing.
• for equipment that requires careful initial separation, jacking bolts or a chain block
should be used. Ensure that the slings are tight before operating the crane or chain
block.
• before fully lifting a very heavy load, observe the crane and slings by first lifting the load
slightly from the original elevation.
• When unloading, do not trap slings between load and floor. Instead land load on skids
(e.g. wooden blocks) so that the slings can be easily removed.
• Avoid shock loading the slings, this can put the slings under severe stress and result in
failure of the slings.
• Care has to be taken at all times that no overhead lines are in the way of the lifts
• No person shall be allowed under a suspended lift.
7 References
• QEN-P202 Inspection procedure for lifting equipment
• Lifting and Hoisting, Shell HSSE & SP Control Framework, Version 3, December 2009
8 Appendices
Appendix 2
Update Lifting
plan.docx
DURING LIFTING:
- DO NOT USE THE CRANE FOR BREAKING LOOSE EQUIPMENT, BUT USE JACKING BOLTS,
CRAWBAR ETC.
- LIFT FEW CM OFF THE GROUND AND CHECK FOR OVER LOAD ALARM.
- USE CHAIN BLOCKS FOR PRECISE LIFT.
- DO NOT GIVE SHOCK LOAD.
- LIFT AS PER SPECIFIED PROCEDURE FOR THE EQUIPMENT