Policy : SAF 358.

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QUALITY, HEALTH, SAFETY AND Revision No: 2
ENVIRONMENT
Issued Date: 1 March 2019
SAFETY
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Approved By: Aaron Mannion
MANAGEMENT AND COLOR-CODING OF
SUBJECT:
LIFTING EQUIPMENT

1.0 POLICY
A system must be in place to ensure equipment is suitable and in safe condition prior to
use.

2.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish minimum standards and provide guidance for the
inspection and management of slings and related lifting equipment used in rigging/slinging
operations.

3.0 SCOPE
The scope of this policy is applicable to Aban and all subsidiary and affiliate companies and
incorporates wire rope slings, synthetic material web (See SAF 360.00) or round slings,
stingers, hooks, shackles, and other rigging hardware employed in the lifting, transportation or
suspension of loads.

This policy does NOT apply to the following equipment.

Drilling hoisting equipment and pipe handling equipment including derricks and masts,
drawworks, deadline anchors, drilling hooks, swivels, top drives, motion compensators,
traveling/crown blocks, all types of tongs, all types of slips, rotary bushings and bowls, pipe
rackers, and all types of elevators, links and bails, beckets and adapters, and running tools
used to handle, hoist, and suspend casing, tubing, liners, drill pipe, work strings and other drill
stem components, as well as equipment and materials used to run and retrieve marine riser
and subsea equipment.

This standard does not apply to forklifts, pallet lifts/trucks, utility winches, tuggers, man-rider
tuggers, all types of overhead hoists, chain falls and come-alongs, bridge cranes and trolleys,
BOP hoists and handling systems, bulk material sack handling devices, lifeboat and life raft
davits and hoists, casing stabbing boards, monkey boards, tong snubbing posts, or personnel
lifting devices such as Billy-Pugh nets, personnel/work baskets, inertia reels, and personnel
elevators.

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Except where local laws or equipment manufacturer’s requirements dictate otherwise,

company policy does not require any of this equipment to be inspected by third parties, as the
expectation is that rig crews are qualified to inspect and maintain this equipment.

The requirements contained herein shall be considered minimum requirements for the
inspection of lifting gear as defined in this standard. It is not intended, nor should this policy be
interpreted in any way to conflict with or wholly satisfy specific local laws or other separate
applicable requirements that may be more stringent which would apply to some rigs operating
in certain areas of the world, such as Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations,
1998 (LOLER) in the United Kingdom.

4.0 DEFINITIONS

4.1 Loose Gear: Lifting hardware such as hooks, shackles, turnbuckles, swivels,
pear-links, master links, D-rings, wedge sockets, snatch / hook blocks, beam clamps,
drum lifters, clamps used to lift and handle steel plates and shapes, eye bolts, pad-eyes
and lifting attachments used to handle and secure all types of large hoses, and other
miscellaneous hardware used for lifting, securing, or suspending loads.

4.2 Slings: This includes slings made from wire rope, chain and synthetic materials.

4.2a Wire rope slings are of a specified length having either a pressed eye or spelter
socket at each end, and are used to lift and/or move material on the rig as well
as on and off work boats with the rig crane or other lifting/handling equipment.

4.2b When two or more slings are joined together with a D-ring, pear link, or master
link as a multipart sling, the entire assembly, including all hardware shall be
considered as one item of lifting gear with an assigned serial number and Safe
Working Load (SWL) as designated on a certificate to be provided by the
manufacturer/vendor, and duly recorded in the Lifting Gear Register.

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4.2c Wire rope slings and synthetic web or round endless slings are the accepted
standard in the oil and gas industry.

4.2d The vertical, basket, and choker hitches represent the three basic attachment
methods for slings. The type of hitch used will change the SWL of the sling.

4.2e Chain slings are heavy and the many links make visual inspection for cracks,
elongation, or other damage difficult to identify.

4.2f Wire rope slings are typically constructed with a number of wires (usually 19)
twisted to form a single strand. Strands (usually 6) are twisted around a wire
rope core. Wires are lubricated during the manufacturing process to reduce
friction and prevent rust. Lubrication may need to be reapplied as slings
become dry with age. The sling has a factory hard or soft eye in each end
making it possible to attach it to loads using hooks, shackles, or choker hitches.

4.2g The maximum load that a sling is designed to safely lift is called the SWL or the
Working Load Limit (WLL). The size/diameter, type of wire construction and
how the sling is attached to the load will determine the SWL.

4.2h The management of slings is an important but difficult task. This task can be
simplified by limiting the number of slings issued (in use) and keeping to a
minimum.

4.3 Pad-eyes: Pad-eyes permanently installed on the rig that are used to lift, secure,
suspend a load, or otherwise have a load applied to it such as those on tong snubbing
posts are covered by this policy. Pad-eyes that are temporarily installed for a specific
job, and are subsequently removed need not be recorded in the Lifting Gear Register.

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4.4 Fabricated Lifting Devices: All types of fabricated structures used to lift or suspend a
load (except for pad-eyes) are covered by this policy, including but not necessarily
limited to:
4.4a Rails supporting all types of traveling and fixed overhead hoists, including the
weld attachments between the rails and the rig structure
4.4b Lifting/spreader beams
4.4c Fabricated cargo and personnel work baskets
4.4d Gas bottle racks
4.4e Personnel elevator compartment structure and lifting attachments

4.5 Running Wire Rope: Wire rope that is reeved onto a hoist drum, and is run over one or
more sheaves during normal operation shall be referred to as running wire ropes which
are covered by this policy. Examples of running wire ropes covered by this standard are
listed as follows.
4.5a Pedestal crane main hoist, whip lines, and boom hoist (luffing) wire rope
4.5b Rope used with tuggers / utility hoists
4.5c Rope used with overhead hoists / trolleys

NOTE: However, for the purpose of this standard, running wire rope does NOT include
drill line, mooring wire rope, riser tensioner wire rope, pod line tensioner wire
rope, or other wire rope that is otherwise continuously replaced by a slip and cut
program, or replaced entirely at one time at preset intervals that preclude the
need for inspection and re-certification.

4.6 Standing Wire Rope Slings: Wire rope that has a spelter socket or pressed eye on each
end, and is not run over sheaves, and is not used to handle cargo shall be considered
standing wire rope slings, and are covered by this policy. Examples of standing wire
ropes are crane pendant wires, guy wires, traveling block hang-off slings, etc.

4.7 Safety Slings include all wire rope slings that are not used for lifting loads but installed
to prevent pieces of broken sheaves/equipment from falling to the deck if the primary
system of support should fail.
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5.0 PROCEDURE

5.1 All lifting gear shall be inspected by a qualified third-party vendor on an annual basis,
with the exception of loose gear and slings, which shall be inspected by a qualified third
party every 6 months.

5.1a Loose gear shall be inspected every six months by a qualified third party, and
the results of the inspection shall be recorded in the Lifting Gear Register.

5.1b Pad-eyes shall have a designated serial number, a designated SWL based on
load testing, and shall be recorded in the Lifting Gear Register. Pad-eyes that
are installed for a specific job, and are not subsequently removed shall be
regarded as permanent, and shall have a designated serial number.

5.1c Standing wire rope sling: shall be inspected and re-certified once a year by a
qualified third party, and shall only be replaced whenever they do not pass
inspection. Traveling block hang-off slings are required to be replaced every 5
years if they are not otherwise replaced sooner due to inspection failure.

5.2 General slinging and rigging requirements:

5.2a All slings and loose lifting gear must be purchased from reputable
manufacturers and accompanied by current certification from a qualified
third-party.
5.2b Homemade or modified lifting equipment shall never be used.
5.2c Slings must be stored off the deck and hung or neatly stacked in a designated
sling area to protect them from damage and to prevent trip hazards.
5.2d The offshore work site shall maintain a lifting gear register to track when slings
are placed into service, removed from service and inspected by a third party as
part of an annual lifting gear inspection. The third party inspection report may
serve as a lifting gear register if it is updated and maintained as current.

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5.2e Cargo nets shall not be used for the lifting of loads. All equipment shall be slung
and handled in certified lifting cargo boxes, baskets, or containers or moved
with other certified lifting devices.

5.2f Palletized material must be secured to the pallet and the pallet moved with a
certified pallet lifting device (forks). Pallet material may also be transferred
within certified containers designed to transport pallet material.

5.2g Synthetic rope or natural fiber rope (soft-line) shall never be used for lifting or
suspending loads.

5.2h Transfer of personnel to or from vessels by crane requires use of a certified

personnel transfer device.

5.2i All bundles of tubulars shall be double wrapped with a choker hitch to prevent
the sling from slipping.

5.2j Alloy chain slings may have a limited special purpose application such as rotary
bushing pullers however chain slings shall not be used for general overhead
lifting and suspension of loads.

5.3 Lifting gear marking

5.3a The following information shall be either legibly die-stamped on the lifting gear
(other than slings) or provided on a tag affixed to each physical item of lifting
gear.
5.3a1 Unique serial number
5.3a2 Certificate number
5.3a3 Purchase order number
5.3a4 Safe Working Load

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5.3b Slings must have an identification tag or label permanently attached that
provides the manufacturer’s name, sling size, SWL, certificate number, and
unique sling number. If this identification tag in not readable or if it is missing,
the sling shall not be used and removed from service.

5.3c Tags shall be capable of withstanding normal offshore usage over the life of the
lifting gear identified.

5.4 Certificates for each piece of lifting gear supplied under a purchase order shall contain
the following information.
5.4a Unique certificate number
5.4b A detailed description of the lifting gear, including sling and running wire rope
size and construction, overall sling length, type of terminations, etc.
5.4c Proof-load applied (lbs., tons, etc.), and certified Safe Working Load. Note: The
safe working load of multi-part slings shall be certified up to a working angle of
45 degrees.
5.4d Manufacturer’s name
5.4e Purchase order number
5.4f In special cases where a qualified third-party, such as American Bureau of
Shipping (ABS) or Det Norske Veritas (DNV), is required to witness proof-load
tests, and issue a separate certificate, a copy of such certificate shall be
attached to and referenced by this certificate

Note: A single certificate may be issued for a quantity of similar types of lifting gear as
long as the above requirements are met.

5.5 Wire Rope Slings:

5.5a Multiple single slings can be combined by attaching one end to a collection ring
to form two-leg, three-leg, or four-leg slings. A multiple-leg sling only requires
one identification tag and test certificate regardless of the number of legs.

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5.5b Single or multiple-leg slings shall never be used to lift or suspend a greater
weight than is specified on the sling identification tag. Riggers shall pay close
attention to the horizontal sling angle that is formed where the leg of a sling
meets the top of the load at the attachment point. A decrease in the horizontal
sling angle (smaller angles) will reduce the SWL of the sling. Angles less than
30 degrees shall never be used.

5.5c Slinging angles should typically range between 45 and 90 degrees. Small sling
angles can be made larger (satisfactory) by using longer slings.

5.5d Slings must be inspected prior to each use. The rated SWL determined by the
manufacturer is based upon a sling without damage.

5.5e When new wire rope slings are placed into service, the date they are placed into
service shall be logged into the Lifting Gear Register.

5.5f All wire rope slings as defined in this standard that are used to handle cargo that
have been in service for over 2 years shall be destroyed and removed from the
rig, regardless of the visual appearance of the outside surface of the slings.

5.5g Cargo wire rope slings that would qualify for an exemption to this requirement
would be special purpose wire rope slings that are infrequently used and are a
great deal more expensive to replace than it is to inspect and re-qualify them for
reuse. Examples of wire rope slings of this type are those which are used in
conjunction with special spreader beams that are infrequently used, special
slings used to handle marine riser and slip joints, or special slings used to pick
up diesel hammers.

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5.5h Damage to wire rope slings can be identified as follows.

5.5h1 If rust (corrosion) is visible on the outside of the wire, then assume it is
worse on the inside. The strands may have to be opened for proper
inspection.
5.5h2 Localized wear, flat or shiny spots on the outside wires.
5.5h3 Excessive broken wires along the length of the sling.
5.5h4 Any broken wires at the eye.
5.5h5 Kinking (bird caging), crushing or other evidence of distortion to the wire.
Opened strands not retaining original shape and leaving the core
exposed when tension is released.

5.5i When a sling has been damaged and is not safe for use, the issue shall be
reported to the supervisor responsible for lifting gear so removal from service
can be documented in the Lifting Gear Register and the sling destroyed.

5.6 Slings that do not belong to Aban and are not included in the Lifting Gear Register
shall be kept/stored separately and returned, as soon as possible to the owner. This
includes client and third-party equipment slings (transit slings).

5.7 Synthetic web and round/endless slings.

5.7a Include synthetic slings in the vessels Lifting Gear Register when they are put
into use and record the date removed from service as they fail inspection and
are destroyed.

5.7b When not in use, synthetic slings shall be stored in a designated locker that is
ventilated, away from sunlight and kept locked. The slings shall be visually
inspected before and after each use. Slings must be cleaned, dried, and
maintained per manufacturer’s instructions before returning them to the
designated storage locker. Knots shall never be tied in slings for any reason and
slings shall never be modified or repaired. Never use synthetic slings on lifts
with sharp edges, near heat sources, or expose them to chemicals. Wire slings
shall be the sling of choice for the majority of rigging jobs and synthetic slings

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shall only be used for the few jobs that require flexibility and soft surface
properties such as handling chrome tubing.

5.7c Synthetic slings shall not be used to permanently suspended loads or

equipment. Slings and associated lifting gear are safety critical. A failure of any
part of this equipment exposes us to high severity personal harm and property
damage incidents. If something looks wrong during the inspection of lifting gear
and rigging of loads, always err on the side of safety and ask a supervisor. If still
in doubt, always err on the side of safety by destroying any damaged rigging
equipment and obtaining the correct gear to safely rig the load.

5.7d Use of synthetic slings is authorized only under authorization of a permit to

work.
5.8 Pedestal Crane Wire Rope
5.8a All crane wire rope shall be replaced in accordance with the requirements of this
section. However, if contractual or regulatory agreements are more stringent,
those requirements shall take precedence.

5.8b All pedestal crane running wire ropes that are of a standard construction such
as 6 x 19, 6 x 25, or 6 x 37 other than pendant wires that qualify as standing wire
rope slings as defined in this procedure shall be replaced on an annual basis.

5.8b1 Generally, these ropes can be replaced cheaper than the cost to inspect
and recertify them for re-use.
5.8b2 Standing wire rope slings, such as boom pendant lines, shall be
replaced no less than every five years.

5.8c All other cranes where the crane manufacturer requires the use of special
compacted, flattened-strand ropes, such as Dyform (Bridon brand name) and
other similar ropes are more expensive and therefore in some cases, it is
cheaper to inspect and recertify them for re-use as opposed to annual
replacement.
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5.8c1 In these cases, the rig should consult with Regional Management to
seek a decision to either inspect or replace these ropes.

5.8c2 If the decision is to inspect these ropes, the rig shall maintain two sets of
ropes for each pedestal crane for swap-out during annual inspections.

5.8c3 Crane running wire rope, such as hoist and whip lines, that is
constructed of Dyform, non-rotational wire, or other specialty types of
construction shall be replaced no less than every two years.

5.8d The rope being removed from the crane shall be inspected and if certified for
re-use, re-lubricated, spooled, and stowed onboard the rig ready for the next
swap-out.
5.8d1 Following this procedure will ensure that the set of ropes that have been
removed from the crane and re-certified are ready to be installed during
the next inspection, thus minimizing crane downtime during inspections.

5.8d2 Cranes using cheaper, standard construction ropes that are replaced
annually will most likely not require interim lubrication to be performed
by the crew while in service during the one-year period. However, if it is
determined through visual inspection performed by the crew that
lubrication is required for any reason, the crew shall apply a
biodegradable lubricant by brush or pressure lubricator.

5.8d3 If it is required to pressure-lubricate any pedestal crane wire ropes on

the rig at the time of inspection, the purchase order issued to the third
party shall include a requirement for providing the pressure-lubricator,
and a wire rope lubricant equal to or exceeding the lubricants specified
in this policy. The diameter and length of the ropes to be
pressure-lubricated on or at the rig shall be specified in the purchase
order.
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5.8e It is highly recommended that the un-spooling and re-spooling of all pedestal
crane wire ropes be performed by a qualified third party.

5.8e1 Such third parties shall provide a spooling device that can maintain a
tension of 3-5% of the safe working load of the wire rope while the rope
is being re-spooled onto the crane.

5.8e2 Third parties contracted to inspect, lubricate, or simply swap-out

pedestal crane wires shall be required in the purchase order to provide
these spoolers.

5.8e3 Third party contractors who are unable to provide a wire rope spooler
meeting these requirements shall not be contracted for this work.

5.8e4 It is permissible for the rig to purchase and use their own wire rope
spooler and to perform their own pedestal crane wire swap-outs. In
some cases, more than one rig operating in the same operating area
can share the same spooler.

5.9 Other Running Wire Ropes

5.9a Running wire ropes on tuggers, winches, and overhead hoists/trolleys shall be
replaced annually.

5.9b The use of a spooling device to maintain tension on the rope as it is being
re-spooled is not required for most tuggers and winches. However, for
high-capacity winches that have multi layers of rope on the drum, this is highly
recommended.

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5.10 Wire Rope Lubricants

The following wire rope lubricants are recommended for use.

5.10a Bri-Lube 90a: This is a bio-degradeable, heavy-duty wire rope lubricant that can
be purchased from Bridon Rope or most any of their distributors. For crane
running ropes, Bridon recommends the use of a pressure lubricator to ensure
de-watering, and maximum penetration.

5.10b Centigard 300: This is a low-viscosity, heavy-duty wire rope lubricant that
contains mineral spirits, petroleum asphalt, and mineral-oil that has been
field-proven to protect wire rope from corrosion. This product is recommended
for use with a pressure lubricator. However, appropriate measures shall be
taken to ensure no spillage occurs into the ocean during application.

5.11 Pad-eyes
5.11a All permanently installed pad-eyes shall be inspected on an annual basis.

5.11b Pad-eyes welded to the vessel’s structure shall be identified with a unique
number and SWL and listed in the Lifting Gear Register with the date of the last
third party inspection.

5.11c After permanently installed pad-eyes pass both the initial and subsequent
inspections, an inspection sticker (or some other effective device) shall be
affixed to cover the hole such that if the pad-eye is used, it will destroy the
sticker.

5.11c1 The inspection sticker shall contain information as to the date of its last
inspection, and the name of the third party who last inspected the
pad-eye.

5.11c2 If an intact sticker is found during a subsequent inspection, the pad-eye

need not be re-inspected.
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5.11c3 If the sticker is disturbed, then the pad-eye shall be inspected, and a
new sticker shall applied over the hole, assuming the pad-eye passes
inspection.

5.11c4 Other regulations notwithstanding, if the pad-eye has not been used
since it was last inspected, it shall be considered as not being “placed
into service” and shall not require re-inspection at the next due date.

5.11d Flame cut pad eyes are not allowed and shall be cut off and replaced with
(drilled), properly fabricated, rated, engineered pad-eyes.

5.11e During annual third-party inspection, consider cutting off pad-eyes that no
longer provide a specific purpose in addition to those not passing the
inspection.

5.12 Loose Lifting Gear (Hardware):

5.12a Loose gear must be inspected for cracks, stretching, and bending of the metal.
Checking for excessive wear, rust, or other forms of damage must also be
considered during the inspection. Hardware involved with a lift must be checked
to ensure it has a proper SWL rating. Proof load certificates must also be
maintained for loose lifting gear in use and details included in the Lifting Gear
Register.

5.12b Hooks must be equipped with a manufacturer’s positive locking safety latch.

5.12c Shackles. Only 4 part shackles shall be used on Aban installations. 4 part
shackles consist of the shackle bow, threaded pin, nut and cotter/keeper pin.
These shackles shall only be used with a cotter/keeper pin/Spring Loaded Pin
to prevent the nut from backing off. Welding rods shall not be used in place
of a proper cotter/keeper pin.
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5.12d Slings with sliding choker hooks shall not be used because of the potential
for the open sliding hooking possibly sliding if the tension is released.

5.12d1 Using a double wrap choker hitch will reduce this hazard.

5.12d2 If moving bundles of pipe, the double wrap choker hitch can be bull
dogged with a wire rope clip to maintain tension on the bundle when it is
landed.

5.12e Anchor beam clamps may be used where it is not practical or possible to
install proper pad-eyes as an anchorage for supporting loads. Homemade or
rig-fabricated beam clamps shall never be used on any Aban installations.
Factory manufactured, engineered, and certified beam clamps may be
purchased for use; however, they shall be included in the Lifting Gear Register,
subject to third-party lifting gear inspection, removed immediately after use, and
stored in a protected area. Beam clamps must meet the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) Z359 standard.

5.12f Pipe hooks and casing hooks shall only be used to lift and maneuver tubulars
about the deck at very low heights. These hooks may be used for sorting pipe
within pipe bays but shall never be used for overhead lifting or to relocate to
different elevations, offloading, or back-loading to vessels. Overhead lifting of
tubulars shall be performed by double wrapping with slings using a choker hitch.
If the pipe is being pre-slung for transportation, the double wrapped choker hitch
shall be bull dogged with wire rope clip.

5.13 Monorails and Lifting/Spreader Beams

5.13a When documentation can be produced that shows that any monorails or
lifting/spreader beams have not been used since the last inspection, or have not
been loaded over 90% of the SWL, and show no visual signs of deformation or
paint cracking at the welds it shall not be required to be re-inspected.

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5.13b However, non-destructive examination (NDE) such as magnetic particle

inspection (MPI) or dye penetrant inspection shall be carried out to all rails
supporting trolley hoists including their attachments to the rig structure, as well
as lifting/spreader beams every 5 years and recorded on the Lifting Gear
Register.

5.14 Safety Slings

5.14a Safety slings should not be wrapped around beams or other sharp objects.
5.14b Safety slings that have been shock loaded shall be replaced.
5.14c Safety slings shall be rigged so as to avoid interfering with the equipment to
which they are connected.
5.14d Safety slings should be adjusted to minimize the fall distance of the object they
are designed to hold.

5.15 Crew Inspections

5.15a Rig crews shall visually inspect all lifting gear prior to its use, and shall be 100%
certain that the lifting gear, and the means by which it may be temporarily or
permanently attached to the rig, the ground, or other object is suitable for its
intended use.

5.15b A lockable lifting gear “quarantine” container on or at the rig shall be clearly
designated. In the event that any lifting gear is deemed to be in questionable
condition, it shall be placed in the designated “quarantine” locker for future
inspection by qualified crew members or third parties.

5.15c In the event of any conflict of opinion as to the condition of the lifting gear or its
suitability for service, the OIM/MIC shall make the final decision.

5.15d All rejected lifting gear shall be destroyed and removed from the rig.
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5.16 Lifting Gear Register:

5.16a Each offshore installation that has rigging equipment to move loads shall
maintain a Lifting Gear Register.

5.16b All lifting gear issued and in use shall be documented in the Lifting Gear
Register.

5.16c New lifting gear stored as spares are not required to be logged in the Lifting
Gear Register until they are issued and put in use.

5.16d Lifting gear must have an electronic or paper copy of the proof load certificate
on file that is provided by the manufacturer.

5.16e When slings and loose lifting gear are damaged, destroyed or removed from
service, the register must be updated.

5.16f The format of the register can be determined by the OIM/MIC Manager as long
as the following information is listed.

5.16f1 Lifting gear description

• Such as shackle, swivel, etc.

• Entries for running wire rope and all types of slings shall have the length,
diameter, and rope construction included, along with the type of end
terminations; i.e., poured socket, pressed eye, etc. as applicable.

• For multipart slings, specify the number of legs and the hardware (such
as D-ring, Master Link, or Pear Link) used to tie the multipart sling
together, including the SWL of the assembly up to a working angle of 45
degrees.
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• Nylon and other types of synthetic slings and webbing shall conform to
the types specified in Policy. SAF 360.00

5.16f2 Name of manufacturer

5.16f3 Size/type/SWL (or WLL) of the lifting gear

5.16f4 Sling identification (serial) number (This may be assigned by the vendor,
the rig, or the third party inspection company.)
5.16f5 Certificate number
5.16f6 Date issued or put in service
5.16f7 Date of last third-party formal/annual inspection
5.16f8 Date destroyed/removed from service and reason

5.17 De-rating Requirements

Although a safe working load shall be affixed or stamped on a piece of lifting gear, it
shall be de-rated by 50% under the following conditions.

5.17a When sling angles exceed 45 degrees (NOTE: Sling angle shall not exceed 60
degrees)

5.17b When using less than the full number of legs in a multi-leg sling (NOTE: No less
than half the legs of a multipart sling shall be used!)

5.17c Lifting of personnel

5.17d When a load is proposed be lifted in adverse weather and/or sea conditions as
defined by the OIM/MIC

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5.18 Third Party Lifting Gear Inspection (annual) and Color-Code

5.18a A detailed and formal inspection of all lifting gear shall be conducted at the
installation/vessel/facility by a third-party inspector at least once every 12
months. Equipment passing inspection shall be color-coded and any equipment
failing the inspection shall be marked red and destroyed (refer QHSE
Handbook).

5.18b Equipment that requires repair or attention ashore shall be locked away
“quarantined” to ensure it is not used until it is repaired and recertified. All
deficiencies (action items) identified during this inspection shall be followed up
for closure and documented in the Lifting Gear Register.

5.18c Standard color-coding shall be established as follows.

5.18c1 Yellow: 1 January to 30 June of each year

5.18c2 Blue: 1 July to 31 December of each year

5.18d The current color code shall be displayed about the rig in conspicuous places.

5.18e It is preferred that all rigs remain in compliance with the color code specified in
this policy to ensure that lifting gear does not get mixed-up with third party lifting
gear.

5.18f However, the Rig Manager may opt to comply with a local color-code policy
system imposed by the client or to comply with local common practice to
alleviate any confusion that might be caused by the color-code system specified
in this standard.

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5.18g A 30-day transition period for change of color-code after the inspection will
apply for lifting gear equipment in transit.

5.18h Any equipment which appears to have been missed during a lifting gear
inspection is completed, i.e., the item still bears the color-code of the previous
six months, shall be removed from service and quarantined until the next
third-party lifting gear inspection.

5.19 Rigger Training

5.19a Employees that are required to sling and move loads with material handling
equipment must receive training from a third-party instructor hired to provide
rigger training.

5.19b The instruction must address the following topics:

5.19b1 Standard hand signals. (Refer QHSE Handbook)
5.19b2 Job planning.
5.19b3 Hazard identification and risk reduction when moving loads.
5.19b4 Standard rigging techniques and SWL principles.
5.19b5 Equipment inspection.
5.19b6 Load control and spotting.

6.0 RESPONSIBILITY

It is the responsibility of the Offshore Installation Manager/Man in Charge (OIM/MIC) to verify that all
lifting gear is certified, inspected, documented, and that compliance is maintained as specified in this
policy

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7.0 REFERENCE

7.1 QHSE Manual, Policy SAF 360.00, “Synthetic Web Slings”

7.2 QHSE Handbook

7.3 Task Risk Mitigation Manual, TRM 105.07, “Wire-Rope – Use and Maintenance”

7.4 Task Risk Mitigation Manual, TRM 105.24, “Transferring Loads with Cranes”

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