CHECKLIST MAN-RIDING OPERATIONS

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FM-QHSSE-122

Operator Name : PTW Reference:

Task Description : Area/Location:

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Fall Arrester specifications. Yes No N/A
1.1 Fall Arrester operational and connected to the Man-Riding Harness if required.
Checking the Harness
A full body Man-Riding Harness must be used.
Prior to wearing a riding harness and carrying out any operation that requires the use of one, the

following mandatory safety checks must be carried out.

Note: Man riding operations will be controlled by Permit to Work.

If there is any damage found to the harness or it is not certified DO NOT USE IT.
Report it to your immediate supervisor and use a harness that is fit for purpose.
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Check that a certification plate is attached to the harness and the latest inspection
2.1 date is valid
2.2 Check that there is no damage to the lifting eyes
2.3 Check the buckles and eyelets for damage
2.4 Check harness fits and can be adjusted for comfort
3.1 Check link between harness and hoist cable is fail-safe (positive locking)
Checking the Hoist/Tugger
Prior to commencing any man-riding lift operation, you must also check that the
hoist to be used is certified as a ‘Man-Riding Hoist’.
Normally these are clearly marked on any masts, platform or rig. There are a few
other checks to be made on a man-riding hoist, prior to commencing any lift, and
these checks are as follows.
If there are any doubts the certification of the hoist, cable or lifting shackles, or
you can see damage on the lifting equipment DO NOT USE IT. Report any
damaged equipment to your immediate supervisor.
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Check that the hoist has the correct colour code painted on it and the certification
4.1 plate is stamped with the latest inspection date.
4.2 Check the latest inspection date and show no signs of damage
4.3 Check the hoist cable is spooled and that it has no loose wraps
Correct Hand Signals for Man-Riding Lifts
During a man-riding lift you have to relay correct hand signals to the hoist operator throughout the
operation. Prior to carrying out the operation you should always agree the signals with the hoist operator.
You should also make your signals clear and precise to the hoist operator, if necessary get a third party to
5 convey the signals if you are working in an area blind to the hoist operator
To Raise –Extend arm horizontally out ward, turn palm of hand up, move
arm/hand up and down at your side in a clear and positive fashion
Demonstrated?
5.1
To Stop – Horizontal sideways movement of the arm from the chest with the palm
and fingers flat. The emergency stop is the same signal done more quickly
5.2
To Lower – Point your arm and fingers downwards, make circular motion with
hand/arm in a clear and positive fashion.
5.3 Demonstrated?
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Ascending and Descending

The main safety requirement prior to and during any man-riding hoist operations is “GOOD
COMMUNICATION” between the hoist operator and the person to be hoisted. There are a few critical
checks that are mandatory prior to commencing all man-riding hoist operations. The checks that should
6 be carried out are as follows
The hoist operator and yourself should check thoroughly that the route to your
destination is clear of any obstacles. The same thorough check is required prior to
6.1 lowering you back to the rig floor.
Confirm the correct signals with the hoist operator prior to carrying out the lift. It is
vital that you use clear signals to the hoist operator in order to avoid
6.2 misinterpretation of your intent.
6.3 Hoist operator must not leave the hoist while riding person is above floor/ground
No Blind Man Riding - If person being lifted/lowered cannot be seen clearly by
winch operator, you must have a competent third person in place to convey signals
6.4 to winch operator
Always ask the question, What is the worst case scenario?
6.5 (What can go wrong?)
6.6 Do you have a contingency plan?
Have you discussed the job operation that you’re about to perform with the
6.7 hoist operator
Handling Tools Stop Drop tools – “No Dropped Objects”
During certain man-riding hoist operations, you may be required to take hand tools up to a required
7 destination. There are 4 points to be highlighted here
Are the tools to be used of a sufficient size for easy handling?
For example, you should not use a set of 48” Stilsons (pipe wrench) on a man-
riding hoist, as this type of tool cannot be used in a safe manner whilst in this
7.1 position
Are the tools to be taken up on the riding-harness tied off securely, in order to
7.2 avoid the possibility of dropped objects and potential incidents or injury
7.3 Have you emptied your pockets of loose articles – tally books, pens, money etc.
7.4 Are you using the chin strap on your hard hat? This must be done
Man-Riding Hoist Restrictions
There are certain situations when you should make additional risk assessments
before using a Man-Riding Hoist. These situations depend on the type of rig you
8 are working on.
If you are working on a semi-submersible rig or a boat, you should not use a man-
riding hoist if the rig is pitching and rolling heavily due to bad weather. Risk-
8.1 assessment done

Operator Name: ____________________Signature: ______________________Date: ____________________

Area Supervisor Name: ____________________Signature: ________________Date: ____________________

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