Lifting and Hoisting

Procedure
Lifting and Hoisting
Reference MSG: HSE

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Lifting and Hoisting
NOTES:
This document is part of the Health, Safety and Environment Integrated Management System (HSE IMS) of Eni in
Nigeria.
This document replaces and substitutes: Doc. HSE-DIV-C5-OPER-012 Rev02 “Rigging and Lifting Procedure” and HSE-
DIV-C5-OPER-021 Rev00 “Personnel Lifting Procedure”.
This official document is available at the HSE link of the myeni Nigeria intranet.
After downloading the document from the shared area, the document shall be considered as non-controlled copy.
ISSUE DATE: EFFECTIVE DATE:
June 30th, 2020 June 30th, 2020
PREPARED BY: CHECKED BY: VERIFIED BY: APPROVED BY:
Lawrence Osakwe Alessandro Tiani

HSE Div. Working Group
Eni in Nigeria Operation Div. Manager General Manager
NAOC District
NAOC
Taiwo Bello Giorgio Castriota Raymond Omietimi Lorenzo Fiorillo

Heavy Lifting Engineer Technical Div. Manager General Manager Managing Director
NAOC NAOC NAE
Michele Sanfilippo Pietro Capurso Norbert Jallais

Transport Manager Technical Div. Manager HSE Div. Manager
NAOC NAE
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INDEX
1. OBJECTIVES 6
2. SCOPE OF APPLICATION 6
3. REFERENCES 7
3.1 Internal references 7
3.2 External references 7
4. DEFINITIONS, ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS 8
5. ACTIVITIES AND OPERATING METHODS 12
5.1 Roles and responsibilities 13
5.1.1 Lifting Functional Organization Scheme 13
5.1.2 Specific roles and responsibilities 14
5.1.3 Personnel Competence and Qualification 19
5.2 Lifting and Hoisting Planning Process 22

5.2.1 Lifting Categorization 22
5.2.2 Operational Planning and Execution 23
5.2.3 Lifting Documents Package and Control Measures 35
5.3 CONTROL AND RECORD 42

5.3.1 Process Review, Feedback and Assessment 42
5.3.2 Recording 43
5.4 Lifting Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Requirements 44

5.4.1 Lifting Appliances 44
5.4.2 Requirements or Offshore Cranes 47
5.4.3 Lifting Accessories 47
5.4.4 Lifted Equipment 52
5.4.5 Equipment Maintenance and Periodic Review 53
5.4.6 Lifting Equipment Register 54
5.5 Personnel Lifting 54

5.5.1 General 55
5.5.2 Lifting of personnel for personnel transfer 57
5.5.3 Lifting of Personnel for work activities 60
5.5.4 Suitability of Crane for Personnel transfer and Man-riding 69
5.5.5 Handling Of Tubular Goods 70
5.5.6 Handling of Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers 73
5.5.7 HOISTING OVER LIVE FACILITIES 77
5.5.8 MULTIPLE CRANE LIFT 78
6. CHANGES MADE 81

7. RESPONSIBILITY FOR UPDATES 81

8. DOCUMENT FILING, STORAGE AND TRACEABILITY 81
9. LIST OF ANNEXES 81

1. OBJECTIVES
The objective of this procedure is to provide guidance for the management of lifting and hoisting operations, with the
intent of avoiding and reducing Hazards associated with the execution of such operations, in Eni in Nigeria onshore and
offshore facilities to promote Safety of Personnel, Environment and Asset Integrity.
This procedure also assists those persons responsible for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling, safely and
efficiently all Lifting and Hoisting (L&H) operations.
2. SCOPE OF APPLICATION
This document covers L&H operations including the hiring and procurement of Lifting Appliances and Accessories for
the Eni Nigeria companies NAOC and NAE hereafter referred to as Eni in Nigeria.
This document does not apply, despite in principle can be adapted, to:
Drilling crown block, traveling block and top drive operations;
Elevators carrying personnel or freight;
Ship/rig anchor handling;
Earthmoving equipment and operations;
Tree cutting and associated movement of lumber;
Helicopter lifting operations;
Fall protection;
Manual lifting operations;
Manual handling;
Marine towing.
This procedure shall be compliant with Nigerian local government and statutory regulations. In case of conflicts of the
present document with legal requirements, the most stringent shall apply. In case of contradictions between the
provisions of this document and local legislation, applicable laws shall prevail.
Note: the term Lifting is used throughout this document to describe all types of lifting and hoisting.

3. REFERENCES
3.1 Internal references

Eni spa - Code of Ethics
Eni spa Model 231
Management System Guideline “Operations” – MSG OPE Eni spa
Management System Guideline “HSE” - MSG HSE Eni spa and related Annexes
Eni spa LOGIS, LOGIS DG 3624 0 2018 “Lifting and Hoisting Manual”
Eni Upstream OPS/LOGIS, LOGIS DG 2636 0 2016 “Lifting Operative Tools”
LOGIS-BP 3627-0-2018 – Eni Best Practice “Lifting Operations Planning and Execution”
LOGIS-BP-4086-0-2019 - Eni Best Practice “Hands-Free Lifting”
opi sg hse 001 “Risk management and reporting”
opi ope 043 eni spa “Lifting and Hoisting Operations, Recording, Monitoring and Control by Upstream sites”
Eni in Nigeria HSE Integrated Policy
Eni in Nigeria Disciplinary Policy for Contractors and Subcontractors
man hse 001 eni ng “HSE IMS Manual”
pro hse 002 eni ng “Permit to Work”
pro hse 003 eni ng “Personal Protective Equipment”
pro hse 021 eni ng “Management of Change (MoC)”
Eni in Nigeria HSE Risk Registers
Eni in Nigeria HSE High Level Risks Reports
all HSE procedures and operative instructions applicable to Contractors and Subcontractors for the activities
executed for Eni in Nigeria
any regulatory instrument that updates and/or supplements the above reference documents
3.2 External references

ISO 14001:2015 “Environmental Management System – Requirements with guidance for use”
ISO 45001:2018 “Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems — Requirements with guidance for
use”
DPR - Guidelines and Procedure for Lifting Equipment and Lifting Operations, 2013
IOGP - Lifting and Hoisting Safety Recommended Practice 2006
IOGP RP 577 – Construction Site Safety Standard
IOGP - Mechanical Lifting Failure 2010
ISO 15531:2000 – Cranes: Competency requirements for crane drivers (operators), slingers, signalers and
assessors
ISO 9926-1:1992 – Cranes: Training of Drivers
DNV GL - Offshore Standard - Lifting Operations 2014 OS-H205
DNV GL - Drilling Plant 2015 OS-E101
LLOYDS - Rules Classification and Construction: Guideline for Personnel Transfer by Means of Lifting
Appliances 2011
Noble Denton - 0027 Guidelines for marine lifting and lowering operations, 2015
OMHEC - Lifting of Personnel offshore, 2013
OMHEC - Maintenance for lifting equipment, 2006
OMHEC - Training standard of crane operator, rigger and banksman offshore, 2008
OMHEC - Communication for safe lifting and hoisting operations, 2010

4. DEFINITIONS, ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
TERM/ACRONYM DESCRIPTION
ALARP As Low As Reasonably Practicable.
Banksman Banksmen are operatives trained to direct vehicle movement on or around site.
A lift where at any point in time during the lifting operation the crane operator cannot
Blind lift
directly see the load.
Structural capacity is the rated capacity based on strength of materials as well as efficiency
of hoisting devices; winches, cylinders, etc. Static capacity is the rated capacity of the
equipment based on the safety factors and safe design of its components. Dynamic
capacity is the rated capacity of the equipment when introducing dynamic loading into
Capacity the machine or its components due to accelerating or decelerating forces, the effects of
(dynamic and static) vessel movements, etc.
Thus, applies to all loads lifted from or to a stationary vessel to a moving or floating vessel
or from a floating vessel to another floating vessel or structure. Cranes mounted on fixed
structures have a formula for deductions for all water lifts, which shall be available to the
operator and lift engineer.
Cargo Carrying Units. Any mean used for transportation of loads (i.e.: Skips, containers,
CCU
open top, racks, frames, Tote tank, etc.).
Cargo Transport Units. Any mean used for transportation of loads (i.e.: Skips, containers,
CTU
open top, racks, frames, Tote tank, etc.).
An approved, legally compliant method of checking and providing evidence that a piece
Certification
of equipment has been inspected and meets Standards.
CoG Centre of Gravity.
A person who has sufficient theoretical knowledge, practical experience and the required
Competent Person qualities for the task in hand. He/she Is able to perform the activities within an occupation
or function to the standard expected in the task.
DPR Department and Petroleum Resources.
It refers to all Eni SpA subsidiaries in Nigeria:

NAOC - Nigerian Agip Oil Company Ltd;
Eni in Nigeria (ENI-NG) AENR - Agip Energy and Natural Resources Ltd;
NAE - Nigerian Agip Exploration Ltd,
to whom the HSE IMS applies.
FRB Fast Rescue Boat.
GU Geographical Unit.
Source, situation, or act with a potential for harm in terms of human injury or ill health, or a
Hazard
combination of these (ISO 14001, ISO 45001).

State of complete physical, mental and social well-being. Not only the absence of illness or
Health
injury.
Part of the overall management system that enables the management of the HSE risks
associated with the business of the organization, fulfilment of compliance obligations, and
HSE Management addresses risk and opportunities. Management System is a set of interrelated or interacting
System (HSE MS) elements of an organization to establish policies and objectives and process to achieve those
objectives. The system elements include the organisation’s structure, roles and
responsibilities, planning and operation, performance evaluation and improvement.
Combination of the likelihood of an occurrence of a hazardous event or exposure(s) and the

HSE Risk severity of injury or ill health that can be caused by the event or exposure(s) (ISO 14001, ISO
45001).
Lifting Equipment Inspector or Engineer who has practical and theoretical knowledge and
Independent experience of the crane and equipment used in lifting operations as necessary to perform
Competent Person the job required on behalf of the Eni in Nigeria. He/She is competent and independent to
allow impartial, objective decisions to be made.
Person or organization that can affect, be affected by, or perceive itself to be affected by a
Interested Party
decision or activity.
JSA Job Safety Analysis.
LEEA Lifting Equipment Engineering Association.
L&H Lifting and Hoisting.
Any device used to connect a lifting appliance to a load, and does not form part of the load.
Lifting Accessory These include but are not limited to wire rope (and other types of) slings, shackles, eye bolts,
hoist and swivel rings, turnbuckles, spreader beams, hooks, pad eyes, pallet hook, etc.
Any mechanical device capable of raising or lowering a load. These include offshore pedestal
cranes, mobile cranes, A-frames and derricks (excluding drilling derricks), tower cranes,
Lifting Appliance
overhead/gantry cranes, lifting beam, jacks, mobile/aerial platforms, hoists, winches,
forklifts, beam trolleys, etc.
Any device used to suspend the load, including containers, tanks, skips, baskets, cargo nets,
Lifted Equipment
pipe racks, frames, skids, bulk containers, etc.
Any item used to connect a load to a lifting machine or appliance, but which is not in itself
Lifting Gear
capable of providing any movement to lift or lower the load.
The details of how a lifting operation should be executed, including details of lifted
Lifting Plan equipment and lifting Accessories to be used, rigging/slinging methods to be employed and
control measures in place to manage identified risks.
Lifting team Personnel carrying out lifting operation.
LOA Lifting Operational Advisor.
LOLER Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations.
Loose gear The following items are considered loose gear: shackles, hooks, swivels, lifting eyes,
connecting plates, master links, rings, tackles and blocks, etc., through which loads may be

connected to the Lifting appliance but which are not an integral part of it and which may be
easily disassemble.
Lifting Technical Authority. Lifting Technical Authority. Someone who is formally appointed
and technically competent on the overall lifting process and related aspects such as in depth
LTA knowledge of the equipment, required Personnel competence, major process development,
operations. The Technical Authority shall be referred to as the Competence Centre for the
definition of guidelines and instructions for the operation/control of the lifting activities.
The action of lifting or lowering a person directly attached to the line from a hoist or winch.
Man-riding
Normally associated with drill rig operations.
Winch/hoist that is dedicated to Man-riding (i.e. is not used for other purposes), and has
dual braking capability. The hoisting motion releases the brake but is applied as soon as the
Man-riding winch/hoist
lever is returned to neutral or released. This action is automatic, and does not require the
hoist operator’s input.
MEWP Mobile Elevating Work Platform.
MS Method Statement.
NDT Non Destructive Testing.
Non-routine Lifts Non-routine lifts are defined as all operations not falling into the routine lifts.
Offshore Installation
The OIM is the overall responsible for the rig and its Personnel.
Manager (OIM)
OPITO Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organization.
PRFLO Person Responsible for the Lifting Operations.
Person in Charge. The person designated as the person in charge of the lifting operation.
PIC He/she shall ensure that the required controls are in place and the lift is carried out following
the Plan.
PPE Personal Protective Equipment.
A visual check and, where necessary, functional check of lifting equipment by a competent
Pre-use inspection
person before use.
Defines the modus operandi of the company’s business that shall be followed. Procedures
describe the tasks and responsibilities of the organizational roles involved, management and
Procedure (pro) control methods, and communication flows. They govern local operations, also for the
purpose of compliance with local regulations. The content is defined in accordance with the
Policies and MSGs, as implemented by the company.
PtW Permit to Work.
Competent Person, qualified by a third party. Able to perform inspection tasks as foreseen
Qualified Inspector in the Inspection schedule and provide technical conformity judgment on the material
equipment inspected against the relevant standard.

A person with adequate skills and competence to attach loads to/from equipment, cranes
Rigger or structures using lifting Accessories. In this document, it is considered synonym of slinger,
handler and roustabout.
Rigging loft A loft in which rigging is prepared for use.
Effect of uncertainty, deviation from the expected (positive or negative). Risk is often
Risk expressed in terms of a combination of the consequences of an event (including changes in
circumstances) and the associated “likelihood” of occurrence.
Overall process of risk analysis and risk evaluation (ISO 17776:2016);

Risk management – Risk assessment techniques focused on risk assessment that help
Risk Assessment (RA) decision makers understand the risks that could affect the achievement of objectives as well
as the adequacy of the controls already in place through risk assessment concepts,
processes and the selection of risk assessment techniques (IEC 31010:2009).
Lifts involving loads of known weight, shape and centre of gravity. These lifts are carried out
on a regular basis, they require no detailed engineering planning and have been previously
Routine lift
subject to a generic risk assessment and lift plan as appropriate. They are performed in
normal environmental conditions using standard rigging arrangements.
The maximum load with reference to manufacturers design data, as assessed by an

Safe Working Load
Independent Competent Person, which an item of Lifting Equipment may raise, lower or
(SWL)
suspend under specified service conditions.
Self-acting / An automatic braking system that applies the hoist brake at any time the control lever is
returned to neutral. The self-acting braking system will apply a spring applied braking system
fail safe to prevent uncontrolled movement of the hoist rope or drum.
Refers to any office, premise, onshore location (drilling site, production site, construction
Site site, logistic yard, warehouse and workshop), offshore platform and any other offshore
support to production or drilling activities.
Pre-job meeting required to be carried out prior to start for all work. The pre-job meeting
must be done at the work site. It is the final check in the Hazard assessment process and the
Toolbox Talk (TbT) start of the implementation of the work. The Toolbox Talk shall cover the work plan, the
Hazards, the controls, roles & responsibilities, and any recovery measures to be taken if the
controls are not completely effective.
A detailed visual examination by a competent person, supplemented if necessary by other

Thorough Examination suitable means or measures in order to arrive at a reliable conclusion as to the safety of the
lifting appliance or item of loose gear examined.
Working Load Limit The maximum load, determined by the manufacturer, which an item of lifting equipment is
(WLL) designed to raise, lower or suspend under design conditions.

5. ACTIVITIES AND OPERATING METHODS
Planning shall be an integral part in every lifting operation and the prime consideration to be made in the interest of
safety of Personnel, the Environment and Asset Integrity, to reduce risks and ultimately improve workplaces and
worksites Safety.
Therefore, Eni in Nigeria provides that each lifting operation shall be:
competently planned by preparing a Lift Plan;
risk assessed;
appropriately supervised;
performed by adequately trained and experienced Personnel;
performed by using certified equipment;
carried out in a safe manner.
The planning process shall be divided in several steps, namely:
lifting categorization;
preparation of lifting documents package;
development and analysis of factors affecting the lifting operations, aimed to ensure that an increasing level of
attention, competency and authorization apply as the complexity level of the operation increases.

5.1 Roles and responsibilities

5.1.1 Lifting Functional Organization Scheme
The functional organization scheme presented in this chapter aims at identifying the reference roles that needed to be
undertaken by either internal or external (Contractors’) personnel to control and coordinate lifting activities. The
reference roles to be assigned are not necessarily considered to be related to a Job Position.
Such roles can be covered by both Company personnel and Contractor. The roles will be supported by the technical
competence in accordance to the foreseen requirement.
Figure 1 – Lifting Functional Organization Scheme.

5.1.2 Specific roles and responsibilities

The Lifting functional organization shall be clearly stated in the Lifting Management System and shall be followed by the
Role Assignment documentation. The following table resumes the main Eni in Nigeria/Contractors/Subcontractors’
organizational positions that shall cover roles and have responsibilities for the safe management of lifting and hoisting
operations, as described in the following sections of this document. The identification and description provided in table
below shall be complemented by and be coherent with the roles and responsibilities of the Eni in Nigeria Permit to Work
(PtW) System. (refer to pro hse 002 eni ng “Permit to Work”).
Role Responsibility Description
Shall:
ensure the fulfilment of the Lifting Management System requirements with the
support of the Lifting Technical Authority and HSE Department in order to duly
fulfil its responsibilities;
have responsibility to set up a proper management system for the lifting process;
have responsibility to ensure adequate number of resources to operate the lifting
process safely;
GU Management Eni in Nigeria
have responsibility to implement a proper lifting culture and guarantee a safe
working environment;
have responsibility to monitor and review the effectiveness of the lifting
management system and actuate internal auditing for a self-verification
assessment;
identify and assign the necessary roles and responsibilities in accordance with the
Lifting Management System.
HSE Department assists the Site Manager and the Person in Charge (PIC) and
participates in Risk Assessments of lifting operations and assists in the implementation
HSE Department Eni in Nigeria of the measures listed in the Lift Plan for prevention of incidents and their mitigation.
HSE Department shall monitor that safety aspects related to the lifting are duly taken
into due consideration and implemented along the lifting process.
Lifting Technical Authority (LTA) shall assist and support all Parties involved in the
definition of any aspect related to the Lifting Process. Lifting Technical Authority shall
be referred to as the Competence Center for the definition of guidelines and
instructions for the operation and control of the Lifting Activities and shall be activated
inside the logistics department of the GU, where present.
Lifting Technical Authority shall perform his duty in strict connection with the Lifting
Team and coordination with all the other departments involved in the lifting process
(i.e. HSE, QA/QC, Maintenance, Procurement, etc.), providing:
Eni in Nigeria advisory services required for the correct lifting management system
Lifting Technical and implementation;
Authority Contractors / technical advisory and guidelines for the engineering and planning of the
Subcontractors operations, when required;
technical advisory for the control of the lifting operations lessons learnt;
technical advisory for lifting process review;
technical support in the selection process of contractors/subcontractors for lifting
operations;
technical advisory for lifting process deviations determination;
technical auditing of the Lifting Management System implementation in field
carrying out regular site visits.

The Site Responsible Person has the overall responsibility for the site and for applying
the HSE integrated management system including the execution of safe lifting and
hoisting operations.
He/She can be identified as the responsible for the single onshore/offshore working
(development, operation, production) site (e.g. Base Manager, Plant Manager, OIM,
Drilling Site Manager, Yard Superintendent, etc.).
In particular, He/She shall:
appoint a qualified person, identified as the Person In Charge (P.I.C.), who has the
required competence to oversee all lifting operations, either for a specific lift or
generally for any type of lifting operations;
authorize or designate a qualified lifting equipment operator/contractor as
Site Responsible required;
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ensure that personnel in lifting and hoisting operations have received adequate
training, and are competent in their respective jobs and are in possession of the
proper certificates;
ensure that all lifting operations, and in particular complex, heavy and critical
lifting operations, are properly studied, assessed, designed and calculated and that
prevention, control and mitigation measures are implemented;
authorize (issuing) the Permit to Work for the areas under his responsibility;
provide suitable and certified equipment and machinery;
ensure contractors, subcontractors and vendors fully comply with the Company’s
requirements.
The Person-In-Charge (PIC) is identified/appointed by the Site Manager or by the

Contractor in case the site is under his responsibility and he/she has to fulfil the
following minimum requirements. He shall be responsible for:
confirming the proposed lifting categorization;
coordinating, controlling and executing the lift;
ensuring of a suitable and approved Lift Plan in place, reviewing the Lift Plan while
ensuring that the required controls are in place. In case of routine activities, he
prepares the routine Lift Plan;
seizing all lift operations if any changes in the Lift Plan should occur;
ensuring that the Lifting Equipment is inspected and appropriate for use;
checking the load integrity and stability;
ensuring that personnel involved is competent and qualified to perform its duties,
aware of the task, procedures and its responsibilities and wear the correct PPE;
Eni in Nigeria personnel briefing and instructing on operation in subject;
Person in Charge and monitoring the activity of all involved personnel to ensure that adequate standards
(PIC) Contractors / of performance are maintained;
Subcontractors managing any special issues such as language barriers and new/unexperienced
staff;
supporting rigging loft operations.
The minimum requirements shall ensure that PIC is:

competent (LOLER awareness course or equivalent, Planning and Risk Assessment
Standard or equivalent, Appointed Person for Lifting, positively assessed, or
equivalent);
able to judge distances, heights and clearances and monitor the overall situation;
adequately trained for the type of activity and its operational control;
fully competent in lifting supervision;
familiar with any means provided for escape in case of emergency;
recommended at least a minimum experience of 5 years in lifting operations.

Lifting Operational Advisor (LOA) shall be available to support the overall process of
the Lifting Management System. He shall be responsible for:
supporting the lifting team and HSE Department in the preparation of the Risk
Assessment;
supporting the Site unit for any request/doubt related to the lifting;
participating in the preparation of the Lifting Management System;
controlling that Lifting Management System has been built up to meet the
requirements of this manual;
Lifting Operational setting and participating in monitoring and assessment activities dedicated to the
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Advisor (LOA)
providing technical support in the selection process of contractors/subcontractors
for lifting operations;
providing technical advisory for lifting process deviations determination.
The minimum requirements for the Lifting Advisor are the following:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering;
minimum 10 years of experience in operating and/or maintaining various type of
lifting equipment.
Lifting Operational Engineer (LOE) shall be activated in the preparation stage of all
lifting operations which require an engineering study.
He shall be responsible for:
studying in detail the load to be lifted and determine its’ weight and Centre of
Gravity, or supporting the Department requesting the lift in doing so;
designing and calculating suitable lifting points and lifting lugs/eyes;
Eni in Nigeria determining the weight of the load (including impact loads during lifting);
Lifting Operational and proposing suitable crane(s) and Lifting equipment for the lifting operation;
Engineer (LOE) Contractors / supporting the definition of the potential Hazards and its associated Risks involved
Subcontractors the lifting operation;
Supporting the Inspection and Maintenance team for the assessment of the
structural integrity of lifting equipment.
The minimum requirements for the Lifting Engineer are the following:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering;
Minimum 5 years of experience in the design of lifting equipment and operations.
Lifting Appliance Operator shall be trained and authorized to operate the specific
equipment being used, and shall operate the equipment within the technical
parameters and safe procedures of that equipment.
Moreover, Lifting Appliance Operator shall:
perform pre-operation inspection on lifting appliance and all its associated parts
including safety devices, ensuring they are in good working condition. Fill in the
dedicated check list;
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Lifting Appliance verify weight of load does not exceed the safe working load of appliance and lifting
Operator and equipment in all geometrical conditions;
Contractors / inspect ground condition where lifting appliance is to be seated before setting up;
Subcontractors
ensure lifting appliance location is safe and adequate level of visibility during lifting
operations at site;
communicate with the Banksman before operation to establish common
understanding signs and instructions that will be used, the potential hazards and
risks that may exist during lifting and their prevention, control and mitigation
measures;
have the responsibility not to carry lift or suspend loads above people;

be compliant with procedures and HSE documents and indicated safety measures;
drive, in case of forklift operation, at a speed appropriate for the existing
conditions (space, load, lighting, surface conditions, etc.) and at or below posted
limits, and he shall also ensure other personnel are not in the swing radius prior to
performing turning maneuvers.
The minimum requirements shall ensure that Appliance Operator is:

competent (LOLER awareness course or equivalent, Certificate of competence for
crane operator, Certificate of competence for offshore crane operator Stage 2,
Certificate of competence for offshore crane operator Stage 3, positively assessed,
or equivalent);
fit, with particular regard to eyesight, hearing and reflexes;
physically able to operate the crane safely;
able to judge distances, heights and clearances;
adequately trained for the type of crane being operated and have sufficient
knowledge of the crane and its operational control and safety devices;
fully competent in slinging and signaling;
familiar with any fire Appliances on the crane and trained in their use;
Familiar with any means provided for escape in case of emergency;
Recommended at least a minimum experience of 5 years in operating the specific
machine;
Competent with at least the basics of the operated appliance maintenance, to be
able to properly fill in, at least a detailed pre-use checklist.
They carry out their jobs of slinging and guiding loads under the direction of the
Person-In-Charge. A slinger shall be a person responsible for attaching and detaching
the load to and from the crane hook, and for the use of the correct lifting gear and
equipment in accordance with the Lift Plan.
The slinger shall be responsible for giving the start signal to the banksman for the
planned movement of the crane and load. If there is more than one slinger, only one
of them shall have this responsibility at any one time, depending on their positions
relative to the crane.
Finally, the slinger/rigger shall inspect the rigging, participate in JSA/Risk assessment
for the lift and may contribute to selecting suitable rigging.
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The minimum requirements shall ensure that Slinger/Rigger is:
and
Slinger / Rigger competent (LOLER awareness course or equivalent, Planning and Risk Assessment
Contractors / or equivalent, OPITO approved rigger assessment standard Stage 3, positively
Subcontractors assessed or equivalent);
fit, with particular regard to eyesight, hearing, reflexes and agility;
physically able to handle lifting gear and equipment;
able to assess masses, balance loads and judge distances, heights and clearances;
trained in the techniques of slinging;
capable of selecting lifting gear and equipment in suitable condition for the load
to be lifted;
trained in the techniques of signalling and understand the signal code;
The Banksman shall

Eni in Nigeria be responsible for providing the start signal to the Crane Operator(s);
Banksman and be a competent person positioned in order to have an unrestricted view of the
(Flagman/Signaler) Contractors / load and continuous communication with the crane operator;
Subcontractors be responsible for ensuring the hoisting area being clear of personnel and
obstructions;

relay instructions to the crane operator via hand signals or radio during operations;
maintain an overview of the hoisting operations area, including potential areas
where the boom may come in contact with a fixed equipment or structure;
be the sole signaller at any given time;
have a direct line of sight of the load at any time and adheres to a clear process;
If a handover to another signaller/banksman is required, he shall inform the Person
in Charge as well as the appliance operator clearly about the handover.
Summarizing, the Banksman provides essential guidance to the Crane Operator. In

particular, banksman shall:
be designated by the PIC;
be the only Signaller at any given time;
have direct line of sight of the load;
adhere to a clear process, including confirmation of handover by PIC and operator,
if a handover to another signaller is required;
not handle simultaneously rigging duties;
act as PIC (as stated in the PtW and Risk Assessment).
In addition, the Banksman shall:

be consulted for the JSA/Risk assessment for the lift;
check that the load is safely rigged before the lifting operation;
coordinate the lifting movements and maintain radio and/or visual communication
with Crane Operator and persons close to the load.
The minimum requirements shall ensure that Banksman is:

competent (LOLER awareness course or equivalent, OPITO Approved Standard
Banksman/slinger Stage 3, positively assessed, or equivalent);
fit, with particular regard to eyesight, hearing, reflexes and agility;
able to judge distances, heights and clearances;
trained in the techniques of signaling and understand the signal code;
capable of giving precise and clear verbal instructions where audio equipment (e.g.
radio) is employed and capable of operating the equipment;
capable of operating the equipment;
capable of directing the safe movement of the crane and load;
authorized to carry out signaling duties;
A designated individual who shall be responsible for managing all Lifting Accessories
and Loose Lifting Gears in a given site. He shall be responsible to manage the Rigging
Loft where the Accessories are stored. In particular, they shall perform recording,
tracking and verification activity in order to determine the correct flow, disposal,
certification availability and proper condition of all the Accessories.
The minimum requirements shall ensure that lifting Rigging Loft Controller is:
Rigging Loft competent;
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fully conversant with the equipment under its responsibilities and related hazards;
properly instructed and trained;
familiar with the procedures and precautions recommended in the Accessories
manuals;
provided with training and qualification as required by the Maintenance
Department Standards.

A designated individual from a third-party with the proper background and

competence to perform inspection tasks as required in the periodical inspection
schedule. He/she shall perform his duties under the management of
Inspection/Maintenance Team and support from the Lifting Technical Authority.
The minimum requirements shall ensure that Inspector is:
Lifting Equipment competent (LEEA Approved Lifting Equipment Inspector or equivalent);
Third-Party
Inspector fit, with particular regard to eyesight, hearing, reflexes and agility;
able to judge conformity to standards of the material subject to test and
inspection;
trained in the inspection techniques and with relevant qualification in accordance
with LEEA or equivalent standards;
at least a minimum experience of 5 years.
The Lifting Equipment Audit Team shall be comprised of PIC and HSE personnel with
capabilities and proper training to perform internal auditing sessions for the review
and assessment of the performance of the lifting process.
The minimum requirements for the Audit Team shall be the following:
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Contractors / fit, with particular regard to eyesight, hearing, reflexes and agility and
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Subcontractors communication skills;
able to hold auditing sessions to reflect conformity to standards of the process
subject to assessment;
trained in the auditing techniques and with relevant qualification;
recommended at least a minimum experience of 5 years.
An individual, designated among Company, Contractor or manufacturer personnel,

who is responsible for managing the maintenance process of Lifting equipment to
ensure its technical integrity in accordance with legal, manufacturer and Company
maintenance requirements.
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Maintainer Contractors / fully conversant with the machinery he is required to maintain and its hazards;
Subcontractors properly instructed and trained;
familiar with the procedures and precautions recommended in the manual;
provided with training and qualification as required by the Maintenance
Department Standards.
5.1.3 Personnel Competence and Qualification

Safe operating of lifting Appliances depends on the selection of competent personnel. A competent person shall have
received the necessary training and subsequently demonstrated his ability to perform at the required level in the field.
Notwithstanding the validity of Third-Party training certificate, all personnel could be, whenever requested, internally
reassessed by competent persons.
Records of competence and qualifications shall be available on site and on Company tools for each assigned person.
7.1 Training Matrix
Assigned personnel involved in the lifting process shall have adequate training to develop and maintain the required
competency for the assigned role. Refresher training must be provided at prescribed intervals.

Formal training and competence (and any formal Certification) shall be provided by an independent organization in
accordance with internationally recognized standards and practices, and comply with Local regulatory and statutory
requirements.
All training and competency assessments shall be documented and retained in the employee’s training file. Training
shall be provided both by external recognized organizations and by internal in-situ competent person. Training shall be
given both through theoretical and practical exercises.
Program Training could be built up taking also into consideration, among various international standards such as OPITO,
OMHEC, etc., also the following:
ISO 15513:2000 requirements;
ISO 9926-1:1992 provisions.
GU Management shall define training requirements and ensure that competency assessments are conducted
periodically.
Suggested minimum Training application is reported in the table as shown below.
Table 1 – Training Matrix.

(*) – Lifting equipment inspections to be performed by independent Third Party.

Crane Operator/Lifting Equipment Operator

The competencies which a crane operator shall possess before being authorized to operate a crane or hoist are a
technical knowledge and practical capability relating to the correct and safe operation of the particular type of crane.
The competency requirement in-line with ISO 15531:2000 shall be based on:
Access and secure equipment and work area;
Secure and transfer load;

Set up, assembly and disassembly of cranes where such operations are carried out by the crane operator;
Carryout special operations.
Rigger/Slinger/Load Handler
The competencies which a slinger shall possess before being authorized as a slinger are:
the application of slinging techniques;

the capability to direct the crane driver (operator).
The competency requirement in-line with ISO 15531:2000 shall be based on:
Plan and prepare work;

Complete rigger’s work.
Banksman
The competency which a Banksman shall possess before being authorized as a signaller is the application of signalling
methods. The competency requirement in-line with ISO 15531:2000 shall be based on:
Plan and prepare work.
5.1.3.1 New Employees Operating L&H Equipment

On arrival on a COMPANY installation for the first time, the Operator/other personnel associated with L&H operations,
e.g. slingers and Banksman, shall:
attend or have attended an Installation Safety Induction briefing;
at the commencement of the operator’s first work shift, the designated Person Responsible for the Lifting
Operation shall ensure that the new operator is fully conversant with the controls and characteristics of the
Lifting appliance(s) that he has been assigned to operate;
be informed of all other procedures and instructions, which are relevant to the safe accomplishment of his duties.
These shall include the Manufacturer's Operating/Maintenance Manuals, relevant sections of the Installation's
Safe Operating Procedures Manual and all Standing Instructions and/or Orders relevant to L&H operations.
5.1.3.2 Offshore Specific Requirements
For the offshore operation, in addition to what has been described above the following point shall be take into account.

Riggers and Lifting Operators

Irrespective of the certification of the Riggers and Lifting equipment operators, the Marine Superintendent and the OIM
in conjunction with the Technical Division Manager shall, through the assistance of the third-party service provider (if
required), determine the competence and responsibility level to assign to a rigger and a lifting operator.
Person Responsible for the Lifting Operations (PRFLO)

For offshore operations, the Person in Charge could also be called PRFLO. In particular, the PRFLO will be selected by
the Company representative or OIM in consultation with the Operations Manager. The PRFLO will have the following
competence.
Generic and specific rigging and lifting experience;
Appropriate behaviours for supervision and planning of lifts;
The PRFLO may be a member of the permanent crew and it may be deemed necessary to appoint sufficient
personnel to this role to ensure at least one PRFLO offshore at all times. If it is not possible to have a PRFLO as
part of the permanent crew, a PRFLO will be contracted and appointed for each specific lift;
The PRFLOs responsibilities shall include facilitating the completion of the following and approving the key
documents. The PRFLO may delegate responsibilities to other equally competent and certified personnel but the
PRFLO will ultimately review and approve the work.
5.1.3.3 Lifting Team

Regardless of the categorization of the lift, there shall be a minimum of four personnel (PIC/PRFLO, Crane
Operator, Banksman and Rigger) in a lifting team. The more difficult the lift, the more numbers will be required
in the team.
5.2 Lifting and Hoisting Planning Process
5.2.1 Lifting Categorization

In order to proceed with a suitable planning of the lifting activities, a thorough Lift Categorization is mandatory to
provide solid basis for the subsequent operations. Categorizing the type of lifts before planning and documenting in a
Lifting Plan is critical and it allows proper assessment of the Risks involved in the lifting operation. In addition, HSE
documentation (JSA/Risk Assessment and PtW) applicable at each level of operation criticality shall assist the hazard,
risks identification and addressing process, customized on a case-to-case basis and developed according to the lift
planning. Hence, as an aid to identify Risks and suitable controls, lifting operations shall be categorized to reflect
increasing Risks level and consequently increasing the level of control required.
Lifting operations are divided into two main categories: Routine or Non-Routine. In addition, the Non-Routine Lifts shall
be further categorized as: Simple and Complex.
Classifying a lifting operation as “Routine” does not automatically make it a “safe” lifting operation – most incidents
associated with lifting occur during routine lifting operations.
Annex A1 below provides a list of lifting operations by category.
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eni ng r00 - List of lifting operations by category.docx

Annex A2 below provides a flowchart aiding the identification of Routine and Non-Routine Lifts and a Lifting Category
Identification Checklist.
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eni ng r00 - Lift Categorization Flowchart and Checklist.docx
5.2.2 Operational Planning and Execution

Planning is an essential component in every lifting operation, in order to reduce risks and improving the safety in the
workplace. The planning process shall take into considerations various aspects, from operational steps to be followed
to perform a given operation in a site, to environmental conditions and personnel involved.
All these aspects shall be considered and analysed to define the most appropriate methods of execution, lifting
operations category, documentation, control measures and the adequate number of personnel with the right level of
competence and skills.
5.2.2.1 Factors affecting safe lifting operations

There are many factors that can affect a lifting operation and it is important that personnel involved shall be are aware
of such factors. Broadly, they can be classified as:
Selection of appropriate Lifting equipment and its integrity;
Load that is intended to be lifted;
Environment in which the lifting operation is to be carried out including the set up and stability of the lifting system;
Personnel involved in the lifting operation, their competency, roles and responsibilities;
Method of planning and procedures to be adopted for the lifting operation.
The following paragraphs outline the factors in greater detail and identify areas that must be considered before any
lifting operation is carried out. It is important to note that the following areas are by no means exhaustive. The adequate
degree of planning shall always reflect the criticality of the operation.
Where more details are needed, all necessary documentation shall be prepared with the concerned party in accordance
with the lifting categorization process.
5.2.2.2 Selection of appropriate Lifting Equipment
In order to conduct a proper selection of the lifting equipment, it is necessary to perform an assessment to identify the
Hazards and assess the Risks associated with the equipment for the foreseeable range of lifting operations. For example,
the applications, loads and configurations of the equipment that will be used. Based on this assessment, the appropriate
Lifting equipment for the lifting operation may then be selected.
This equipment assessment shall consider, but not necessarily be limited to the following:
Lifting Capacity;
Number, frequency and types of lifting operations;

Length of time for which a crane will be required or anticipated life expectancy for a permanently installed crane;
Age of Lifting appliance;
Transportation plan, assembly and dismantling process and timing;

Pre-erection examination or Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), as applicable;

Lifting appliance control (e.g., via pendant or within the operator cabin);
Access and egress for the operator to reach the cabin;
Any particular storage requirements.
Having decided upon the type of lifting appliance – e.g. the type of crane – and knowing the overall requirements
involved, a particular crane that will safely meet all the requirements of a planned lift shall be selected. The aspects to
be considered in making this selection include the following:
Weight, CoG, dimensions and characteristics of load(s);
Operational radius, heights of lift and working areas;
Site, ground and environmental conditions or restrictions;
Space available for crane access, erection, travelling, operation and dismantling;
Any special operational requirements or limitations.
It is worth noting that, for lifting operations involving multiple loads of different shapes and sizes, the capacity of the
lifting appliance shall be selected based on the weight of the heaviest load to prevent overloading.
Other important aspects to be considered in making the selection of a lifting appliance are:
The Integrity of the Lifting equipment to ensure its structural safe. Based on past incidents, attention needs to be
focused on the following critical load bearing parts;
The presence of safety mechanism and devices such as:
• Brakes, connected to the hoisting mechanism, which allow the Lifting appliance to lift or suspend a load.
Any failure in the brakes will result in an unintended free-fall of the suspended load;
• Limit switches or sensors to stop or prevent the Lifting equipment from entering into an unsafe mode of
operation. For example, automatic device should be installed to stop boom drum motion when the
maximum permissible boom angle is reached. It is therefore critical to ensure that such safety devices are
functioning properly. They shall never be by-passed during a normal operation.
5.2.2.3 Load
Information on load to be handled must be provided to give a clear, but brief, description that will clearly identify the
lift(s) to be undertaken. A separate risk assessment needs to take into account the typology and dimensions of the load
in order to consider the possible impact on the surrounding environment and lifting appliance itself.
The main parameters to be taken in consideration to obtain a complete description of the load are:
• Weight;
• Centre of Gravity (CoG);
• Method of Rigging.

Weight
This is the most important parameter that must be determined to prevent overloading of the Lifting equipment. When
the load is part of an assembled item, the weight of each component can be determined from the engineering drawings.
Alternatively, calculations shall be made based on material density and volume of the load being lifted.
Particular attention shall be paid when the load is made of materials with different densities. It is safer to be extra
careful and estimate a heavier weight than assuming a lighter one.
Centre of gravity (CoG)

During lifting operation, it is critical to maintain the CoG of the load directly beneath the load-line (i.e. the crane hook)
or within the lifting appliance’s lifting surface (i.e. within the forks of a forklift) to avoid instability. In particular, when
the load is being lifted in a “not-aligned CoG/Hook condition”, its oscillation may be dangerous to anyone or anything
in the proximity which could get struck by load swinging movement.
Figure 2 – Centre of Gravity positioning and stability.

When slings are connected to the bottom of the load with lift points below the CoG, even if the CoG of the lifted item
is beneath the load-line, the load results to be unstable.
Figure 3 – Centre of Gravity positioning and stability.
Depending on the shape and size of the load, the CoG may not be obvious. For liquids and granulates, a changing CoG
could cause instability (dynamic and static): as a rule of thumb, tanks containing liquids shall either be completely empty
at the time of lifting, or filled at least at 85% of their volume.
Figure 4 – Centre of Gravity positioning and movement.
The manufacturers normally provide the CoG locations of equipment (e.g. transformer, heat exchangers, vessel, etc.) If
in doubt, it is advisable to consult an engineer who is able to deduce the CoG by the information shown in the
manufacturer’s drawings. However, it could happen that there is not enough information. When this occurs,
conservative assumptions will need to be made to proceed with the study at hand. In this case the engineer is
responsible for contacting the appropriate people and validating the assumptions.
Method of rigging
There are different methods of rigging that are well established in the industry. The objective of the rigging method is
to ensure that the load is stable throughout the lifting operation. For loose items such as bricks and bags of concrete, it
is critical that they are secured using an appropriate receptacle such as safety nets or metal cage to avoid any accidental
dislodgement in mid-air.

5.2.2.4 Environment
Once the Lifting equipment is selected and the load is determined, the planning must then focus on the environment in
which the Lifting equipment is operating in and how the Lifting equipment is set up. Besides environmental weather
conditions, every worksite will have to consider the specific localized Hazards which have to be eliminated or mitigated
to ensure a safe lifting operation.
Offshore
Working in an offshore environment might bring in additional risks. Selection of the most adequate lifting equipment
and method to be used/implemented shall reflect the working scenario and the impact it may have on the operation
execution and the environment. Especially on the use of synthetic slings in an offshore environment, the following shall
be taken into account:
Using synthetic slings for loading and back-loading of cargo or any other dynamic hoisting situation is never allowed;
In case the load to be hoisted can be subject to snatch or shocks, synthetic slings shall never be used;
It is recommended that wire rope slings have preference over synthetic slings in an offshore environment.
(Nevertheless, these can be used if properly maintained and inspected).
In case of complex/critical lifting operations, such as e.g. subsea operations, decommissioning operations or very heavy
operations, slings manufactured from a fiber are allowed under the following conditions:
Manufacturing of the slings in compliance with applicable Standards;

Slings tested, certified and being used for the specific operation only;
Whenever relevant subject to approval of “Marine Warranty Surveyor”.
Ground
The stability of the Lifting equipment is highly dependent on the ground condition of the location where the Lifting
equipment will be set up. Special care must be taken to ensure that the ground is level and has sufficient bearing capacity.
Cranes that are equipped with outriggers shall be evenly and fully extended. In addition, when using mobile or crawler
cranes, it is recommended that steel plates with adequate strength and size are used to provide a firm ground support,
distribute ground pressure and ensure this is within the maximum allowable value in order to prevent any crane toppling
incidents.
Stable subsoil
The subsoil must be sufficiently stable to withstand the expected axle loads and hence the ground bearing pressure
being transferred by the outriggers.
When there is no specific information available about the subsoil structure, the maximum allowable surface pressure
shall not exceed 10 ton/m2.
Mobile cranes shall be equipped with outrigger plates making sure that ground bearing pressure will never exceed
10 ton/m2. These outrigger plates shall be used at all times to prevent the equipment toppling over!
Within one (1) meter of concrete foundations: the maximum allowable surface pressure shall never exceed 5 ton/m2.
Ground bearing pressure can be decreased through the application of appropriate cribbing plates. These plates shall be
placed under the outrigger in a central position and positioned horizontally.
For general guidance on most type of soil and allowed GBP, refer to the following values.

Table 2 – Max allowable ground pressure indicative values.
Note:
Ground bearing capacity depends on the bearing surface and its interaction underlying layers; hence the above
listed values shall be used as general reference only. The support of a competent personnel shall be sought in case
of doubts regarding ground conditions.
Ground bearing pressure can be decreased through the application of mattress plates. These plates shall be placed
under the outrigger in a central position and positioned horizontally. These outrigger plates should be always used
in order to ensure that pressure on ground will never exceed the maximum admissible ground capacity.
Figure 5 – Mattress Plates.
Safe distance from slopes

The outrigger load enters the supporting surface at an angle of 45° so it is mandatory that the distance between side of
the outrigger supporting cribbing plates on the ground and the start of the slope or the edge of the excavation shall at
least be equal to the depth of the slope. As illustrated in the drawing below, the horizontal distance “d2” from the
excavation shall at least be equal to or larger than “d1”:

Figure 6 – Safe distance from slopes.
Subservices
Particular attention in the positioning of the appliance should be posed to subservices (e.g. water distribution system,
sewerage network, etc.). The danger to or from these underground services should not overlooked.
Precautions should be taken to ensure that the crane standing is clear of any underground services. Where this is not
possible, the services shall be adequately protected to prevent damages.
Level subsoil
The access road and the subsoil must be sufficiently levelled to adequately support lifting equipment. The manholes
and manhole covers in the access road may pose a risk with regard to insufficient strength and unevenness.
Obstacles
Any fixed or temporary installations such as buildings, overhead power lines, bridges or underground utilities / pipelines
that are within the proximity of the operation zone are considered as obstacles during a lifting operation due to Risk of
the Lifting equipment or load coming into contact with the installations which can result in an accidental dislodgement
of the load. Such obstacles can also refer to blind spots or entrapment points during maneuvering of the load or Lifting
equipment, especially in congested areas.
Lighting condition
Adequate lighting particularly during a night operation is very crucial. Depending on the lift, the operator, rigger or
signalman will need to see the suspended load clearly in order to guide it to its safe destination.
It is a legal requirement to have suitable and sufficient lighting on every workplace.
If crane operators and banksman have to look towards strong lights, place and angle the lights so that they do not dazzle
the operator either directly or by his mirrors.
Necessary lighting shall be provided to ensure a well-lit working area for the members of the lifting team and for all the
people in the vicinity of the job. Special attention must be paid to the visibility of the banksman and the load.
Demarcation
The zone of operation shall be clearly demarcated to inform and prevent persons who are not involved in the lifting
operation from entering into the zone unintentionally. In areas where tower, dockside and overhead travelling cranes
are continuously in operation and span a wide area, it is important to designate the affected zone of operation. In
addition to that, other measures shall also be taken to prevent any person from walking under the suspended load.

Such measures include deployment of more signalmen to guide the load or installing audible alarm to warn workers
about the on-going lifting operation.
Interference with radio signals

Multiple radio signals can be used at the work site, but they shall not influence or disconnect one another.
Prior to commencement of the lifting operations, it must be ensured that the signals do not influence one another.
Whenever radio signals are used for communication, a frequency must be selected so no disturbances are originated.
Chemicals in relation to lifting and hoisting equipment

Chemicals and temperature can both have their short and long-term negative impact and consequences on the integrity
of lifting equipment.
A risk assessment shall be performed for all expected chemicals and temperature levels which will be in direct or indirect
contact with the lifting and hoisting equipment.
Chains
Chains of grade 8 and 10 may not come into contact with chemical substances such as acids and bases.
Hoisting chains of quality grade 4 can be implemented when chemical substances are present. Consult the directions
for use from the manufacturer for this purpose!
The capacity of grade 8 chain shall be reduced by temperature as follow:
Temperature between +200°C and 300°C => 10% reduction;
Temperature between +300°C and 400°C => 25% reduction.
The use of grad 10 chain above +200°C is not allowed!
Synthetic slings
The materials from which synthetic slings are manufactured all have a different resistance to chemicals. Seek the advice
of the manufacturer or supplier of the sling if there is any probability of it being exposed to chemicals. It should also be
noted that the effects of chemicals increase with rising temperatures.
The resistance of synthetic slings to chemical reactions and temperatures is summarized in the following table:
Table 3 – Max Resistance to chemical reactions and temperature.

Some general remarks:

In all cases, observe the instructions for use of the manufacturer. Temperature ranges may vary according to the
chemical environment;
Precautions should be taken with welding activities so that synthetic slings do not come into contact with heat and
welding sparks / hot cinders. Welding sparks and hot cinders can lead to burnt holes, resulting in immediate
damage to the synthetic sling;
Wet synthetic slings which have been frozen may never be used again;
Harmless acid or alkaline solutions can become so concentrated through evaporation that they cause damage.
Take contaminated slings out of operation immediately, rinse them in cold water and dry them in the open air;
Synthetic slings shall be taken out of service and destroyed to prevent future use, whenever in doubt as to the
strength of the sling.
Wire rope and wire slings

Wire ropes and wire slings should not be used when either immersed in acidic solutions or exposed to acid fumes.
Attention is drawn to the fact that certain production processes involve acidic solutions, fumes and sprays and in these
circumstances the manufacturer’s advice should be sought.
In general, it can be stated that wire rope can be used in a safe manner up to 100°C. Beyond 100°C, depending on the
end connection of the cable and the wire rope grease used, a reduction must be applied. Consult the directions for use
from the manufacturer / supplier for this purpose.
Weather conditions
Weather conditions such as heavy rain, haze or glaze represent an important variable in lifting operations, especially in
offshore applications, and will impact the visibility of the lifting team. Other weather conditions that can impact the
stability and safety of the lifting operations include strong wind, thunderstorms or lightning.
It is advisable to stop all lifting operations when there is adverse weather conditions.
When assessing weather conditions related to the impact on lifting operations, the following topics should be
considered.
Wind
Cranes shall only be operated below the maximum allowable wind speeds, as stated in crane manufacturer operation
manual.
Suitable devices shall be put on the field for measuring wind speed and operator shall monitor environmental effects
that will affect the operation’s safety. All personnel involved shall be aware about environmental limits for the lift and,
in case of any changes in job scope or conditions, a further evaluation shall be made to ensure the job may still be
carried out safely (e.g. crane secured in an out-of-service condition) and stopped, if necessary. Therefore, risks shall be
reassessed and Toolbox Talk re-done before the job is restarted.
The higher the elevation from ground, the stronger the wind speed, therefore during the planning of any lifting
operation, the expected wind speed must be taken into consideration for comparison with the allowable one according
to the crane manufacturer’s operation manual.
However, in the event there is no statement made in the manufacturer’s operation manual, lifting operations shall be
carefully assessed to guarantee safe operation.
Special care must be taken during high wind conditions with regard to:
The geometry and shape of the load (e.g. load with large dynamic surface and minimal weight);

Operating a crane between structures (Venturi effect);

Direction of the wind and position of the crane, load will move to/from or sideward of the crane.
Based on object geometry, lifting of irregularly shaped loads will require additional verification and possibly the
consultation of manufacturer prior to the lift, if necessary. Load weight to surface area ratio shall also be taken into
account. As a rule of thumb, when the load weight to surface area ratio is found to be significantly less than 1.0 ton/m2,
particular attention should be paid to the wind conditions in the area:
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The lifting operation shall be stopped, whenever the wind speed is such that it could cause the load to oscillate
significantly.
Offshore operations
Prior to commencement of discharging cargo from and back loading of cargo to supply vessels, the crane operator
should confirm that the prevailing wind and sea-state conditions are within the Installation Adverse Weather Policy
limits. Under no circumstances shall lifting operations exceed the limits applicable for the vessel, crane or installation.
The Beaufort scale is an empirical measure that relates wind speed to observed conditions at sea or on land, as follows:
Table 4 – Beaufort Scale.

Sea-State
Offshore cranes can be used up to a certain sea-state. The crane operator must ensure that the Rated Capacity Indicator
(RCI) is set to the appropriate sea-state and that any alteration in sea-state during cargo handling operations is taken
into account and the RCI adjusted accordingly.
Temperature
Extreme cold weather can have a negative effect on safety of lifting operations. Always be aware of the chill factor
during high winds. Based on the temperature range the crane capacity shall be de-rated according to the following table:
Temperature Range Crane Capacity de-rated by Notes
Refer to the equipment manual and

From -15⁰C to -30⁰C 25% (for critical operations)
avoid shock loading.
From -30⁰C to -40⁰C 40% (for all lifting operations) Refer to the equipment manual.
Even for emergencies check the

< -40⁰C All lifting operations shall be suspended
equipment manual.
Table 5 – Crane capacity as per temperature range.
Lifting over or in close proximity to live plant

Lifting over or in close proximity to live plant is defined as any lifting operation where there is a process safety Risk of
the load, Lifting Appliances and/or Lifting Accessories impacting, damaging and/or rupturing live plant. Live plant is
defined as equipment containing a Hazardous, pressurized, energized or strategic resource.
Lifting over or in close proximity to live plant, regardless of lift category, shall not be undertaken unless no other feasible
alternative exists and an Operational Contingency Plan in place.
Operational contingency plan shall define the potential worst-case consequences in the event of a dropped object or
catastrophic failure of the Lifting equipment, documenting the mitigation measures to be taken prior to the lift and the
emergency response actions required in such an event.
Exclusion zone used during the lift shall be extended to match the requirements of the operational contingency plan.
Cranes which are used to lift over or in close proximity to live plant shall be fitted with an emergency lowering device.
Prior to any lift over live plant or in close proximity to live plant the PIC shall confirm all safety devices fitted to the crane
are recently inspected/tested, or maintenance are up to date and the crane is fully operation, this shall include but not
be limited to the emergency lowering device.
Free space
When erecting cranes and working with machines, entrapment dangers to people should be avoided. An entrapment
danger can arise when equipment is erected in the vicinity of fixed objects.
Working with two or more lifting Appliances

If there is a possibility of multiple machines entering one another's working range, agreements must be made to prevent
the machines or loads from coming into contact with each other. The activities must be characterized as “Non-Routine
– Complex” lifting operations.

5.2.2.5 Personnel
It is important that every single member of the lifting team (operator, rigger, signalman and PIC) shall be adequately
trained and competent to carry out his duties correctly. They shall be fully conversant with the actual lifting procedures,
if applicable and the generic lifting operation documentation.
Here are factors that shall be considered.
Key Players and Roles involved in the lifting process are detailed in Section 5.1.
Fit for duty (Fitness to Work Certification)

Besides the prerequisite for competency (e.g., ability to read load capacity charts), consideration shall be made on
fitness of the personnel, pre-existing medical conditions or number of working hours that can adversely affect his ability
to carry out his duties.
In line with company’s FTW procedure, a FTW certificate from approved facilities/ clinics shall be sent to company’s
Medical Department for proper checks and documentation.
Roles and responsibilities

The roles and responsibilities of each individual involved in the lifting operations must be clear. There must be proper
leadership within the lifting crew so that instructions are relayed appropriately. In addition, all personnel shall be
empowered to stop work if the operation is or has become unsafe.
Communications
Providing communication devices such as handheld radio or application of standard crane hand signals will ensure there
is a common understanding between members of the lifting crew. Employers must take into consideration the local
workforce which comprises workers from various countries with different languages when forming the lifting crew.
5.2.2.6 Method
Most general type of lifting operations rely on established procedures after determining factors such as selection of
lifting equipment, environment and personnel as discussed earlier. These types of lifts are categorized as routine lifting
operations. Whether the lift is routine or not, there are other important factors in the life-cycle of a lifting operation
that needs to be considered.
Knowing the weight of the load and the load radius
If the weight of the load is unknown, the general rule of thumb is not to lift the load as it could lead to overloading and
toppling of the Lifting appliance but to carry out a load test at very limited height (e.g. 50cm from ground). In order to
proceed with the lift, an estimate of the weight – provided reasonable safety factors are used – can be applied, too.
Securing the load using appropriate lifting gears such as slings, nets or receptacles
If the load is not properly rigged or loose, there is a Risk that the load will be dislodged and dropped while being
transferred from one location to another.
Conducting a test lift to ensure stability and no overloading

A test lift is simply lifting the load just slightly off the ground and stopping to observe for any abnormalities. This is a
critical discipline that all operators must abide by.
Maintaining the Center of Gravity (CoG) of the load directly beneath the load-line i.e., the hook

If the CoG is not directly beneath the load-line, the load will swing when it is lifted off the ground. In addition, it is
dangerous and will destabilize the crane if the load is being pulled or dragged.
Stability of the suspended load and personnel safety during movement / slewing of the crane.
While moving or slewing the crane, the load shall be prevented from jerking or swinging at all times.
When the load is lifted by crane, it shall be arranged and planned, as far as practicably possible, for lifting without the
load to be touched with any part of the body, especially when it is swinging or rotating.
When lifting with offshore cranes on floating installations, the load shall be landed to release potential energy and to
gain control on rotational and swaying / swinging movements, before the load can be touched after “clear signal” from
crane operator.
Extensive operations
Frequently situations arise during which an extensive amount of lifting operations are to be executed over a period of
one day up to several weeks with one or more cranes on location.
If during the day or somewhere in the overall period of the lifting activities the crane needs to be set-up on another
location, this new location shall be shown on the plot plan as well. Crane operator shall be instructed that setting up of
the crane and hoisting operations are only allowed from the pre-determined positions. Variation from the pre-
determined set-up positions of the cranes shall result in the job being stopped, reassessed and having adequate
measures in place to ensure continued safe operations.
Lowering / releasing of the suspended load

Towards the end of the lifting operation, the load must be placed on a stable ground. If the load is placed at a height,
extra care must be taken to ensure there is no Risk of the load falling off the edge. Whenever the load is lifted beyond
the line of sight of the operator, the banksman and/ or lifting supervisor is responsible to ensure that adequate and
precise instruction are given in order to guarantee stability of the suspended load.
SIMOPS
SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations) are described as the potential clash or overlapping of activities which take place
concurrently and, hence, could lead to an undesired event or hazardous set of circumstances (e.g. safety, environment,
damage to assets, schedule, commercial, financial etc.).
In particular, these are defined as the act of performing two or more operations concurrently among various discipline
(well operations, production, construction, etc.) within the same area.
SIMOPS often involve multiple companies (owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors), large multi-disciplined
workforces and a wide range of daily, 24 hours, routine and non-routine construction and commissioning activities.
5.2.3 Lifting Documents Package and Control Measures
5.2.3.1 Permit-to-Work (PtW) and Lifting Certificate

Before starting the lifting operations for which the Permit to Work (PtW) is required, this has to be completed,
authorized and signed by the Site Manager.
A PtW is an essential and mandatory management tool to enable a safe system of work allowing adequate means of co-
ordination, control and supervision of work activities performed by Company or Contractor personnel. It provides a
written method of ensuring that the work carried out is strictly controlled by defined work practices and adopting
adequate safety precautions.

The goal of Permit to Work is to ensure a coherent and efficient management of all works conducted on the different
work sites, in a way to protect human, environment and material resources.
Lifting operations shall be controlled in accordance with Eni in Nigeria PtW Procedure (pro hse 002 eni ng “Permit to
Work”). The Lift Plan package (Lift Plan, Risk Assessment, applicable checklists) shall be attached to the Permit-to-Work.
In the preparation of the Permit to Work the significant steps are the risk assessment, the PTW coordination meeting
and the Toolbox talk.
5.2.3.2 Risk Assessment/Job Safety Analysis (RA/JSA)

Hazard identification and risk analysis are an integral part of planning a lift, an assessment of the lift and determination
of the lift method, equipment and personnel required is critical to planning of the lift.
As a minimum the Risk Assessment shall take into consideration, but not be limited to, the following aspects and
activities:
Lift Plan and any possible changes;

Identification of the Hazards and restricted areas;
Meteorological Limitation, Weather condition (high wind velocity).

Emergency, recovery and contingency plans.
The risk assessment shall be prepared by HSE function, in collaboration with Lifting Team and Lifting Technical Authority,
when required, making reference to the Eni Upstream “opi sg hse 001 – Risk management and reporting” or the relevant
BU version of the OPI, where applicable.
5.2.3.3 Lift Plan

All lifts require a lift plan.
All lifting operations require a Lift Plan supported by a Risk Assessment, a Permit to Work and a method of statement,
if applicable.
The Lift Plan is a document containing a set of information and including a list of possible considerations for planning
and execution of lifting operations.
Frequent or routine lifting operations may only require a basic Lift Plan supported by an on-site Risk Assessment and
briefing to related personnel.
The level of details of the Lift Plan is determined by the complexity of the lift. Frequent or routine lifting operations may
only require a generic Lift Plan supported by an on-site Risk Assessment and briefing to related personnel. Non routine
lifting operations require dedicated Lift Plan and may require additional engineering design efforts to ensure that the
lifting is conducted safely.
If a Risk Assessment and Lift Plan are already in place for a repetitive lifting operation categorized as routine, then they
shall be assessed to confirm that they are still applicable (e.g., changes to personnel, equipment, site layout or work
environment could all result in the need for re-assessment of Hazards). Assuming that significant changes did not take
place, then lifting operations may proceed under the requirements of the Routine Lift Plan and Risk Assessment already
existing, subject to approval of Site Manager.
If the lifting operations have not been carried out before, the PIC shall be appointed to prepare the Lift Plan, with the
technical support of the Lifting Technical Authority, if required.

Ownership and usage of the Lift Plan

All personnel involved in the lifting activities shall be familiar with the Lift Plan and ensure that the operation is carried
out according to the plan and its instructions.
The PIC shall take ownership of the Lift Plan and make it available to the lifting team. The underlying principle is that all
foreseeable Risks were assessed and eliminated or mitigated.
The team involved shall undersign the developed Lift Plan.
Elements of a Lift Plan

Lift Plans shall be developed by a Competent Person with input from those involved in the operation. Lift Plans and Risk
Assessments shall define:
How the lifting operation is performed;
Identification and mitigation of Hazards;

Safe system of work to be used, including identification of:
• necessary equipment;
• personnel;
• resources;
• controls and actions;
• access to lifting attachment points.
The purpose of a proper Lift Plan and Permit to Work is to verify that the necessary control measures have been taken.
Those documents, together with the Risk Assessment are complementary and shall not be seen as mere paper exercises.
The Lift Plan shall be attached to the PtW with the associated Risk Assessment based on the Method Statement
connected to the lifting activity. Annex A3 below provides the list of contents of the Lift Plan.
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The Lift Plan shall include but not be limited to the following considerations:
The personnel required;
The personnel’s roles, responsibilities and competencies;

Lift Category according to lift categorization in place;
Title describing the lifting operations;
Compliance to statutory requirements and manufacturer's operation manual for the lifting appliance;
What is to be lifted, its weight, configuration, lift points, center of gravity – including the NET and GROSS weights;
Type and location of lifting/rigging points;
Selection of appropriate Lifting equipment, lifting gear and Appliances and relevant certificates;
Application of the correct lifting methods;
Position of Lifting appliance, personnel and of the load, before and after the lift operation;
The work site operation including proximity of other Lifting appliance and work activities;

Requirements to erect/dismantle the Lifting equipment;

Assessment of the need for tag line to control movement of the suspended load;
Means of communication during lifting operations;
Environmental factors detrimental to the lifting operations such as ground conditions, adverse weather, wind, and
poor illumination;
System for reporting any defects;

Provision of a safe place of work for all personnel during lifting operations;
Other factors those are specific to the situation, especially in complex lifting operations.
In addition, any Lift Plan shall contain:

Method of communication;
Pre-use check list;

Step-by-step instructions;
Contingency and rescue plans;
Procedures for recovering and landing the load in the event of the lift being aborted.
To a larger extent, for Non-Routine lifting operation, Lift Plan content should include:
General information:
• Document information;
• Description of the site and the activity;
• Method Statement.
Details of the LOAD:
• Description of the load;
• Engineering data: Dimension / Weight / CoG.
Details of the LIFTING APPLIANCE:
• Type and Model;
• Load chart and capacity for the intended configuration (Safe Working Load – SWL);
• Crane sitting study.
Details of the RIGGING ARRANGEMENT:
• Type of Accessories/Lifted Equipment;
• Lifting Rigging Arrangement Capacity (WLL).
Unity Check;
Lifting drawings:
• General Lifting Drawing of the Lifting Model / Technique;
• Additional drawings views (elevation, additional side views) and detailing Rigging Arrangement.
Consideration of environmental and working area condition:
• Ground;
• Obstacle;
• Lighting;
• Demarcation;
• Environment.
Personnel involved in the lifting operation;
Means of communication;
Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS).

Additional Onshore Crane Lift Plan considerations

In addition to the above listed basic information, it may also be relevant to consider the following:
Site assessment to determine soil load-bearing capability of the site, including the lift area and the route to the
area in the case of mobile cranes;
Maximum allowable ground bearing pressure calculations and load spreading details;
Proximity of outrigger or tracks to underground service;

Weight of hook block;
Position of proximity hazards (e.g. overhead cables, roads and areas where people congregate);
Plan view drawing detailing:
• Pick up, set down locations, direction and path of slew/load;
• Crane location and set up dimensions;
• Proximity of underground services;
• Worst case radius;
• Outrigger position and load spreading details.
Side Elevation drawing detailing:
• Head room limitations;
• Boom clearance;
• Tail clearance at slew path;
• Height of load at worst case.
Drawings should provide a crane details and load break down including but not limited to the below:
Crane Model;
Crane counterweight to be used;

Outrigger configuration (full/partial, free on wheels);
Boom Length;
Radius;
Capacity at worst case radius;
Maximum radius at expected load;
Load weight;
Tackle weight;
Hook block weight;
Total load weight;

Percentage of crane utilization.
Additional Marine Lift Plan considerations

In offshore operations the following aspects should be considered:
Acceptable vessel motion limits;
Vessel or barge mooring plan/DP limitations;

Crane/vessel set up location to load;

Vessel stability;
Communications Protocol for vessels entering the 500m zone (if applicable);
Load and safety factors including but not limited to:
• Weight contingency factors;
• Consequence factors;
• Hook loads;
• Lift point and sling loads;
• Dynamic Amplification Factors (DAF);
• Skew Load factors (SKL), if applicable;
• Sling and grommet safety factors;
• Shackle safety factors.
Bumper and guide details;
Lift point design;
Load stability;
Interface between floating Lifting Appliances and fixed structures;
Critical clearances;
Lift vessel ballast management including pick up and set down.
5.2.3.1 Method Statement (MS)

The contents of the lifting plan may be detailed further or reinforced in a dedicated document listing the operational
steps to be followed to safely and efficiently manage the operation as planned. This document, varying with the work
process to be followed, is known as Method Statement (MS).
For the sake of clarity and team understanding of operations details, the Person in Charge (PIC) is to ensure that all
minimum information, essential for a successful operation, are provided and method statement is correctly prepared.
5.2.3.2 Lift Plan Change Management Process

As the Risk Assessment and Permit to Work are developed based on a pre-determined set of parameters and
considerations, any significant changes shall result in a temporary stoppage of the lifting operation and a review of
those documents and related procedures.
All critical lifting parameters (e.g. weather, sea state, visibility, terrain stability and slope, surrounding operations and
installations, site access and egress, Lifting Equipment, personnel) shall be identified during the Risk Assessment and
preparation of the Lift Plan. The PIC shall ensure that these conditions are monitored as lifting operations proceed to
ensure continued safety.
The following scenarios shall result in a review of the Lift Plan, Risk Assessment and Permit-To-Work:
Changes to the type and capacity of Lifting equipment used;
Changes to the sequence of operations;
Changes requiring reconfiguration of the crane (boom/jib length, outrigger beam length reduction, parts of hoist
line, etc.);
Changes in the rigging details which could result in a reduction in rigging strength or significant increase in rigging
weight;
Changes in surrounding environment such as sudden presence of a temporary structure obstructing the operation;

Changes in the weather and environmental conditions which have an adverse impact to the lifting operation;
Changes to safety-critical personnel.
In any case procedures for recovering and landing the load in the event of the lift being aborted should be clearly
identified.
5.2.3.3 Tool-box-Talk (TbT) record

Prior to starting of lifting operations, a Toolbox Talk (TbT) with all personnel assigned to carry out the lift shall be held.
It is the final check in the Risk identification and assessment process prior to commence the activity.
Toolbox Talk is also known as Toolbox Meeting, Tailgate Meeting or Pre-job Safety Meeting.
It shall be done at the work site and is required to be carried out for all work with significant safety exposure.
In addition, it shall cover the work plan, the Hazards, the controls, roles & responsibilities, and any recovery measures
to be taken if the controls are not completely effective.
The Toolbox Talk is a meeting involving a two-way dialogue to ensure that everyone clearly understands the task
involved along with its Hazards and the precautions to be put in place.
Furthermore, TbT provides opportunities for PIC and also the rest of the team to emphasize the importance of particular
issues or procedures as well as the chance to personnel to ask questions or make comments.
During TbT, all personnel involved in the lifting operation shall have their individual responsibilities clearly allocated.
All personnel should have the opportunity to review the findings of the Risk Assessment and the details of the Lift Plan
to ensure that everyone clearly understands and agrees with the methods and control measures to be used.
The TbT record document shall be attached to the PtW. Refer to pro hse 002 eni ng “Permit to Work”.
Refer to Annex A20 “Ten Questions for a Safe Lift” during TbT.
5.2.3.4 Communication Methods

Depending on the particular operation, lifting personnel under the crane and/or onboard vessel may need to
communicate with the Crane Operator. Banksman or PIC, whoever among the two is in charge of giving instructions,
shall be able to communicate rapidly and accurately with the Crane Operator to help direct the operation and ensure
that safety is maintained. During routine operations, instructions to crane operator are typically given by hand signals.
In any case, a communication method must be established prior to all lifting operations.
Two-way radio communications shall be used as the primary means of communication during lifting operations. The
availability and use of radios to communicate with the crane operator is a particularly effective way to reduce the risk
of injuries associated with lifting operations.
When using a radio communication:
The radio should be tested prior to use to ensure that the transmission is clear and reliable;
Each crane should use a separate channel, if frequencies are available;
The operator’s radio should be equipped with a hands-free system;

Radios should not be used for personal communication or discussions not related to the operation at hand;
Make sure that the crane operator and other ground personnel communicating with the crane operator have been
trained on how to properly use the radio equipment.

Hand signals, are an acceptable alternative method for lifting operations, except for blind lifts and offshore pedestal
crane operations involving boats. They can be used in addition to the radio equipment and shall be used as back–up in
the event of radio equipment failure.
Whistles shall never be accepted as communication method.

A weather-resistant copy of the standard hand-signal chart – as reported in Annex A4 below - shall be posted in an area
where it can be easily found and read.
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5.3 CONTROL AND RECORD

5.3.1 Process Review, Feedback and Assessment
Feedback and Lesson Learned

Closure meeting at the end of every lifting operation are of paramount importance to share learning points and provide
the feedback results of the operation. This is particularly relevant to complex lifting operations.
After completing the lifting operation, everyone involved in the lift shall have the opportunity to discuss and make
improvements to the Lift Plan. Any learning points noted on the plan should be reported to the PIC, reviewed and,
where appropriate, generate Lesson Learned (LL) and improvement actions shall be taken and disseminated amount
worksites.
Assessment (Audit)
A program of planned and systematic assessment shall be enclosed in the Lifting Management System to ensure that
both Company and Contractors comply with the provision set in the lifting system and that the process is in compliance
with this manual.
Assessments shall be performed on:
Lifting operations;
Lifting process.
Lifting operations assessment shall be based on the degree of Risk and the results of previous assessment findings and
shall consider the conformity of all operational aspects in terms of equipment effectiveness, lifting techniques,
personnel, etc.
A reference checklist to perform lifting assessment is reported in Annex A5.
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Lifting Operation assessment shall include, but are not limited to the verification of:
Approval process of all Lift Plans;

Periodic assessments of generic Lift Plans;
Monitoring of periodic self-performance audits by the lifting contractor;

Recording actions taken in response to lifting incidents, accidents and lessons learned;
Recording all defects and remedial actions;
Recording of KPIs.
Lifting process assessment shall consider the overall process performance and consistency in order to ensure that
adequate resources, personnel requirements and methodologies are in place, together with the compliance to the
procedures put in place, and the conformance of the required recording for tracking purposes.
The above actions are part of the process and operational control system and contribute to the implementation of a
rigorous assurance and self-verification system to be set at appropriate intervals depending on the Risk Situation.
5.3.2 Recording
Records shall be kept to demonstrate auditable and effective control of lifting operations and equipment.
The implementation of a Track Recording System is mandatory - an electronic traceability database is recommended.
Tracking Recording System shall assist the proper data records management which is an integral part of the overall
lifting process management.
As a minimum the following records shall be contained in the Tracking Recording System:
Role and Responsibilities personnel assignment documentation;

Personnel Training and Competence documentation;
Equipment Registry and Certification documentation;
Lift Plan / Permit-To-Work and all related documentation;
Toolbox Talk and Feedback Report;

Periodic Inspection report;
Maintenance registry;
Self-verification assessment records;
HSE reporting i.e. near miss, incidents, etc.;
Management Process Review and KPIs.
Equipment Registry
The Lifting Equipment shall be recorded in a registry available on the site and accompanied by a declaration of
conformity, instructions for use and a manual containing information about the operation, maintenance, assembly,
disassembly and transport.
As minimum the following data shall be included for all Lifting equipment:
Manufacturer and description;
Identification number;
SWL;
Date when the equipment was first taken in use;
Particulars of defects and steps taken to remedy them;

Dates and numbers of certificates of tests, inspections, and examinations, and name of person who performed
these;
Due dates for previous and next periodic inspection or periodicity of inspections.
This may be done either in a dedicated register and/or as part of a maintenance management system. The Lifting
Equipment records are periodically updated on the Lifting Information System (LIS).
5.4 Lifting Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Requirements

The objective of this section is to provide the main requirements for the inspection, examination and certification of
both offshore and onshore Lifting equipment. Lifting equipment comprises:
Lifting Appliances (equipment performing the lifting, such as cranes, forklifts and the like);
Lifting Accessories (devices that connect the load to the Lifting appliance, such as slings, shackles and the like);
Lifted equipment (device used to suspend the load, e.g. containers, baskets, etc.).
Annex A6 presents a list of equipment for each category.
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5.4.1 Lifting Appliances

The safety devices of Lifting Appliances shall be maintained in proper operational condition and never by-passed. Load
radius charts shall be displayed on all Lifting Appliances and available at operating stand, and, where applicable, the
load chart or table shall give the safe working load for boom angles or load radii for the various wave heights (for
offshore operations). Annex A7 below provides the list of types of Lifting Appliances and corresponding description.
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5.4.1.1 Declaration of Conformity / Manufacturer Certifications

A Manufacturer’s Certification is a document signed by the producer of an equipment stating that the product or
component is manufactured in accordance to approved quality, safety and technical standards and specifications. It also
confirms that the product has successfully passed performance and quality tests and meets all qualification criteria and
hence statutory requirements. Manufacturers are then expected to deliver their products with certifications.
5.4.1.2 Inspection
All Lifting Equipment shall be inspected prior to each use. An inspection is defined as a visual check, supported as
required and where practicable by a function check, to ensure there are no obvious damage or deterioration to the
Lifting Appliances or Accessories and to ensure that safety conditions are maintained.
Pre-use checks or pre-use inspection of cranes are required to ensure that the appliance is safe to use and that any
deterioration or damages are detected and rectified before the crane becomes unsafe. It should be carried out at the

start of each shift during which the crane is to be used. These are to test the functionality of the crane and visually check
for any obvious defects.
All Lifting Accessories shall be inspected prior to each use to ensure they are in good state and safe to carry out the task
at hand.
Appliance operators shall be sufficiently experienced and competent - as specified above in Section 7 - shall carry out
inspections.
Frequency of inspection
Frequency of inspection shall be performed prior to each use in accordance with Company’s recommendation but there
may be variation depending on conditions of use. As a general guide:
Prior to each use, as far as reasonably practicable;
At weekly intervals, depending on type of activity (e.g. in case of routine lifts with minor handling of rigging);
At other intervals or under conditions identified by the manufacturers or Risk Assessment.
Depending on findings, inspection outcomes have to be duly recorded.

Pre-use inspection shall be registered, recorded and analyzed during the Tool Box Talk.
Samples of Pre-Use/ Periodical Inspection Check-List for Mobile Cranes, Cranes and Forklifts are shown Annex A8.
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5.4.1.3 Thorough Examination

All lifting Appliances are required to undertake periodical thorough examination, on a regular basis, by an Independent
Competent Person (Third Party) who shall have sufficient practical and theoretical knowledge and experience about of
its design, operation and failure modes to recognize significant defects to enable an impartial, objective decisions to
be made concerning the Lifting Appliances.
It is essential that the person undertaking the examination has never been involved in the maintenance of the crane
and has the genuine authority to ensure that examinations. The scope, methods and requirements of that examination,
and acceptance/rejection criteria, shall take into account the following:
local legal requirements;

manufacturer’s recommendations;
operating conditions (including infrequently used and mothballed equipment);
utilization and age of the equipment;
degree of risk;
results of previous inspections.
This examination may require some dismantling of the equipment to expose the critical working parts. Thorough
Periodic Inspections shall be performed by company’s approved third-party Certification Authority and a Report of
Thorough Examination issued. Equipment that has been involved in any of the following shall be thoroughly examined:
An incident, lifting incident or environmental;
Overload;

Subject to modification or major repair to components in the load path or other safety critical components;
Changes in condition of use including periods out of service, etc.
The extent of the thorough examination should reflect the likelihood of failure and the actual risk which could arise
from any such failure. It should also take into account when the appliance was built and put in use and the likely
deterioration since manufacture, which could increase risks in use. Records of tests and inspections carried out by the
manufacturer should also be taken into account.
Frequency of Thorough Examinations
All Lifting Appliances and Accessories shall be subject to thorough examination on a regular basis. Frequency of thorough
examination shall not exceed 12 months (6 months for lifting Appliances used in lifting of Personnel). If required by local
legislation and/or by manufacturer, it shall be more frequent. Thorough examination is required in the following
circumstances:
before being put into use for the first time, unless it has a valid regulatory documentation or report of thorough
examination;
where a regulatory requirement was issued more than six months before the lifting Appliances is put into service,
or as the relevant regulator requires;
where the equipment is involved in an accident or dangerous occurrence;
after a significant change in conditions of use, for example after assembly and before being put into service at a
new site or new locations, this includes installation, relocations, modifications and repair;
after long periods out of use;
each time that an exceptional circumstance (such as overload) is liable to jeopardize the safety of the lifting
Appliances.
A program shall be prepared describing competent control for each type of lifting appliance according to the applicable
Lifting Plan.
Thorough examination shall be carried out in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation with documentation
that defines the permissible operating conditions, design criteria, documentation of testing, maintenance and operation
manuals, and examination/inspection requirements.
Local statutory controlling documents shall address maintenance, inspection and Certification criteria in accordance
with a recognized Standard and/or manufacturers’ recommendation and in compliance with national local regulations.
Pre-used equipment shall also be supplied with operations and maintenance history, including:
records of any incidents;

records of thorough examinations;
overload;
damage;
major repairs;
modifications or limitations arising from previous use.
Following the thorough examination by the Independent Competent Person (Third Party), a report of examination shall
be prepared and issued, describing the examination being undertaken and findings and certification with validity
defined in accordance with the abovementioned process.

5.4.1.4 Certification
The manufacturer or service provider shall supply all Lifting Appliances with documentation that defines the permissible
operating conditions, design criteria, documentation of testing, maintenance and operation manuals, and
examination/inspection requirements.
All Lifting Appliances shall be marked with the Safe Working Load (SWL) or Working Load Limit (WLL) and identification
number allowing full traceability to current Certification.
No Lifting Equipment shall be used without full traceability to valid Certificate.
The suggested frequency of the certification – as per International Standard – for each main Lifting Appliance type and
relevant special requirements as well is reported in the table as shown in Annex A9.
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5.4.2 Requirements or Offshore Cranes

Certification, inspection and testing of offshore cranes are based on the requirements of the ILO Convention No. 152
and Recommendation No. 160. They are intended to ensure that ships’ Lifting Appliances are initially certified by a
competent person and to establish periodically that they continue to be in safe working order to the satisfaction of a
competent person acceptable to the certification authority.
5.4.2.1 Initial examination and certification

Every Lifting Appliance shall be certified by a competent person before being taken into use for the first time to ensure
that it is of good design and construction and of adequate strength for the purpose of which it is intended.
Before being taken into use for the first time a competent person shall supervise and witness testing, and shall
thoroughly examine every lifting appliance. Every item of loose gear shall, before being taken into use for the first time
be tested, thoroughly examined and certified by a competent person in accordance with national law or regulations.
Upon satisfactory completion of the procedures indicated above the competent person shall complete and issue the
Register of Lifting Appliances and attach the appropriate Certificates.
Offshore cranes for personnel lifting
General Cranes intended for lifting or moving of personnel shall be equipped with the specific features given in the
subsequent paragraphs, in addition to the other requirements
For personnel transfer on offshore units, cranes should meet the applicable requirements for Man-riding operation (e.g.:
API Spec 2C; EN 13852-1).
The crane shall be fully operational, properly maintained, certified and currently in compliance with its required
inspections. Attention is drawn to the fact that many national shelf authorities, as well as maritime authorities, have
their own requirements pertaining to lifting of persons.
5.4.3 Lifting Accessories

Lifting Accessories are pieces of equipment that are used to attach the load to Lifting Appliance, providing a link between
the two. Any Lifting Accessories used between Lifting Appliance and the load may need to be taken into account in
determining the overall weight of the load.
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5.4.3.1 Identification and Marking

Lifting Accessories shall be identified with a visible marking including the Safe Working Load (SWL) or the Working Load
Limit (WLL) The identification and markings serve the following purposes:
communicate clearly the maximum SWL or WLL of the equipment;
communicate clearly the maximum number of persons it can carry if it is used for lifting personnel;
facilitate the identification of the equipment and its component including whether it is genuine and compatible
with the equipment.
All Lifting Accessories shall be permanently and clearly identified and marked with at least:
Safe Working Load (SWL) or Working Load Limit (WLL);
unique ID mark (serial number);
CE mark or equivalent;
tare weight for lifting beams and/or spreaders;
diameter and/or length as deemed necessary.
SWL is defined as the maximum load the Lifting Equipment is certified to withstand under normal use. Thus, it is a value
or set of values based on the strength and/or stability of the equipment when lifting. A range of SWLs can be specified
for the same equipment when used in different configuration.
Where a number of Lifting Accessories are assembled to form a single Lifting Equipment which is not dismantled after
use, the assembly shall be marked to indicate its safety characteristics to users.
Where there are other characteristics which may cause a lifting accessory to become unsuitable for use in a particular
application, this information shall be marked or otherwise made available to the user.
For items having different working loads, depending on the hoisting position, the SWL of the item at each hoisting
position is also to be marked.
Particular attention shall be addressed to verifying that test marks on the item of Loose Gear are noted on the relevant
test certificate. Where there is no evidence of this, the item concerned is to be subjected to a further test.
Test marks shall be in a visible position and are not to affect the tension strength of the item.
Where marking is performed on a plate permanently linked to the item, the plate shall be resistant to corrosion and the
marks may be of greater dimensions than the above.
Marking of the SWL on spreaders, lifting beams and similar items shall be such as to be clearly visible for the operators.
5.4.3.2 Colour Coding
All Lifting Accessories and lifting points of Lifted Equipment (e.g. pad-eyes, trunnions, slings, etc.) shall be color coded
to enable to enable staff to identify easily equipment that is within test date and hence with valid certification. At each

thorough examination the independent competent person should be instructed to remove existing color code and
replace it with a new color.
Color coding is standardized and is in-line with the DPR “Guidelines and Procedure for Lifting Equipment and Lifting
Operations” and shall follow the system shown in the following table. The color must be applied close to the SWL and
cover the old color code.
The color corresponds to the period in which the item is put into operation, either as new or after the periodical
test/examination. Annex A11 below provides examples of color coding for Lifting Equipment.
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NOTE:
Change of colour-code is permitted starting from 14 days prior to the end of a period. Under exceptional
circumstances, the use of an out-of-date colour-coded accessory is permitted up to 14 days after the end of a
period;
Red is to be used for equipment that is defective or quarantined and therefore that shall not be used for regular
colour coding purposes;
Black should be used for equipment that should not be used but can be recertified before use;
The permissible colour codes shall be indicated on signs placed at suitable locations: on the operating areas and in
the Lifting Accessories Rigging Loft;
The allowed colour codes in force at any particular time shall be clearly and visibly indicated on signs placed at
suitable locations within the working site: on the operating areas and in the Lifting Accessories rigging loft.
A sign shall be prominently displayed to indicate to staff the current colour code. Lifting Accessories without a
colour code must not be used;

With regard to the man-made fibre slings, such as webbing slings and round slings, the rated capacity – Working
Load Limit (WLL) – is coded by a colour defined in the European Standard EN 1492. All rated capacities from 10 ton
are orange; all intermediate sizes must be identified by a unique different colour. Reference for colour coding
based on WLL may be made on the table.
Table 6 – Example of Lifting Accessories (Webbing Slings) Color Coding.

5.4.3.3 Rigging Loft
Lifting Accessories shall be stored in a dedicated area (where practical, covered, dry or otherwise protected from the
environment). Lifting Accessories shall be stored in such a manner as to avoid mechanical damage, corrosion, chemical
exposure, etc. The storage of the Accessories shall be managed by a dedicated person, appointed as Rigging Loft
Controller.
The Rigging loft function is to ensure that all lifting Accessories are:
supplied with a Certificate of Conformity;
in good state and safe for use;
thoroughly examined and with valid certification;
with valid color-coding, in accordance with the color code scheme;

effectively controlled so as to prevent unauthorized use;
stored to reduce the risk of accidental damage and slow down deterioration;
removed from service when they are no longer safe for use or awaiting recertification. Such Accessories shall be
quarantined in a dedicated, closed area accessible only to the dedicated person.

5.4.3.4 Manufacturer Certification / Declaration of Conformity

All Lifting Accessories shall be designed, manufactured, inspected, tested and certified in accordance with applicable
international Standards and industry accepted codes of practice. An original test certificate/declaration of conformity
and user manual/instructions shall be available onsite.
5.4.3.5 Inspection
Identification of Safe Working Load, SWL
The identification of Safe Working Load (SWL), operating mode and configuration for the safe use of equipment, is
required to ensure that Accessories are used only within the range of operating parameters appropriate to their safe
use.
SWL is defined as the maximum load the Lifting Equipment is certified to withstand under normal use. Thus, it is a value
or set of values based on the strength and/or stability of the equipment when lifting. A range of SWLs can be specified
for the same accessory when used in different configuration.
Initial Inspection
The Person in Charge (PIC) with the assistance of the Rigging Loft Controller shall perform an initial inspection of all
lifting Accessories arriving on site. They shall be subject to a detailed initial inspection, verifying the validity of the color-
coding (i.e. if applied color matches with the “color-code” valid on site) and general conditions prior to first use. In
addition, relevant certificate (thorough examination reports) shall be checked and filed for future reference. If this
certificate is not available, a further examination shall be performed and certification issued by Independent Competent
person.
If the Accessories are new, they shall be stored in a dedicated storage area (rigging loft) where the rigging loft controller
will collect the manufacturer certificate. Prior to first use, the Accessories shall be thoroughly examined, certified and
color coded by a third party (independent competent person).
The non-conforming Accessories shall be identified as such and placed in a suitable area, quarantine area, to prevent
further use. It shall also be ensured that non-conforming Accessories are physically altered prior to being scrapped, to
prevent any further use.
Pre- and Post-use inspection
Prior to the release of Accessories from the storage area, each accessory shall be checked by the Rigging Loft Controller
for certification and color-coding validity.
Prior to use, the final user (Slinger and/or Banksman and/or PIC) shall carry out the pre-use inspection.
All Lifting Accessories returned to the rigging loft shall also be checked for defects; any defected Accessories shall be
marked in red and quarantined.
5.4.3.6 Thorough Examination
To ensure the integrity of Lifting Accessories, they shall be subject to a thorough examination by an Independent
Competent Person (Third-Party) who has sufficient detailed knowledge of its design, operation and failure modes to
recognize significant defects. At the end of the examination, the certification document shall be issued and the
Accessories shall be colour-coded.
The scope, methods and applicable Standards of that examination, and acceptance/rejection criteria shall be specified
for all equipment and shall be compliant /consistent with the equipment Manufacturer’s recommendations.
Thorough Periodic Inspections shall be performed also in preparation to a third-party Certification Authority periodic
assessment. The results of the inspections shall be recorded and kept at disposal for the authorities’ review.

5.4.3.7 Certification
All Lifting Accessories shall be subject to a thorough examination by an Independent Competent Person (Third-Party)
who has sufficient detailed knowledge on the design, operation and failure modes to recognize significant defects. At
the end of the examination, the certification document shall be issued and the Accessories shall be colour-coded.
Engineered Lifting Accessories (e.g. spreader bars) shall be designed, manufactured, and tested in compliance with the
relevant industry Standards. Any lifting accessory not certified shall be structurally verified by a qualified engineer and
load tested to an acceptable code.
5.4.3.8 Frequency of Certification

All Lifting Appliances shall be marked with the Safe Working Load (SWL) or Working Load Limit (WLL) and identification
number allowing full traceability to current Certification.
No Lifting equipment shall be used without full traceability to valid Certificate.
5.4.4 Lifted Equipment

All Lifted Equipment, at a minimum, shall have lifting points designed/validated and certified by a Certification Authority
according to International Standards (i.e. DNV 2.7-1). Frequency of thorough examination shall not exceed 12 months;
if required by Local legislation and/or by manufacturer, it shall be more frequent.
Lifted Equipment includes Cargo transport units (containers), tote tanks, drum racks, gas cylinder racks, standard ISO
tank container, material basket, frame racks, skids, etc.
Cargo transport unit (containers) and their pad eyes must be designed/validated and certified by a Certification
Authority to meet the DNV Standards 2.7-1, 2.7-2 or 2.7-3 or Lloyd’s Register requirements.
Annex A12 below provides a list of and description of Lifted Equipment.
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Pre-Use Visual Inspection

Prior to usage, all Lifted Equipment shall be visual examined by the users, to ensure the suitability of the intended use
as well as general condition and state, and checked for:
Adequate capacity for foreseen load;
presence of inspection/test plate with the necessary information clearly shown and readable;
validity of the certification for the intended use (when dispatched from onshore, it shall cover the duration of a
round trip);
correct labelling for the transportation of hazardous substances;
conditions of door locks, seals and other mechanism, as applicable;
conditions, certification and colour-coding of the lifting points;
status and suitability of the rigging arrangement and its components (shackle, slings, etc.).
In case of defects or damaged found during pre-use inspection, these shall be notified and the equipment marked as
“unfit for use” or stored, if possible, in a dedicated quarantined area.

All equipment containing dangerous goods shall be checked for presence of correct hazard label. It is just as important
to remove the old hazard placards and labels when the package, container contains hazardous goods.
A brief description of the above listed Lifted Equipment and relevant minimum requirements are subsequently reported.
5.4.4.1 Object or Items other than Lifted Equipment
All those items or objects that are not arranged in skids, boxes or containerized, shall be subject to additional checks
aimed to ensure that they can be safely lifted. They shall be checked for availability of in-built lifting points (by
manufacturer) allowing general lifting and handling operation or alternative means, if applicable or possible, to perform
a safe rigging operation. In such case, the proposed rigging arrangement shall be checked and validated by an
Independent Competent Person.
5.4.5 Equipment Maintenance and Periodic Review

All Lifting Appliances and Accessories and Lifted Equipment shall be maintained in an efficient state and in good working
conditions through a planned Maintenance Program that, in case of Company owned equipment, shall be part of
Company’s planned Maintenance Schedule.
A sound maintenance system shall be defined in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations
and carried out by trained and competent personnel with adequate knowledge of current procedures and in compliance
with the applicable Local and International Standards. In particular for cranes, some of the applicable Local and
International Standards are listed below:
ISO 4309;
ISO 4310;
ISO 7363;
ISO 9927-1;
ISO 12482-1.
The frequency and extent of such maintenance should be defined in accordance to various factors affecting the crane
working conditions. Maintenance schedule shall integrate preventive and predictive maintenance techniques.
The Site Manager shall be responsible for the Maintenance Program, developed in collaboration with the Maintenance
and HSE Departments for its definitions, in accordance with law requirements and best practices, based on
manufactures recommendations.
Manufacturer's instruction manual recommends the periodical maintenance, specific tasks and intervals of frequency
in order to ensure the appliance is maintained in good state, efficient working conditions and, hence, safe to use.
Moreover, manufacturer's instruction books specify essential maintenance activities such as replacement of filters and
oil, recommended tires pressure, etc.
Maintenance schedules shall consider the age of the equipment as well as frequency and conditions of use. Particular
attention shall be paid for equipment whose life expectancy is approaching the end of the life cycle.
In case of major repair or replacement of damaged parts or components, these shall be performed only by an authorized
party (generally by the manufacturer) prior to thoroughly examine, test and put into service the appliance. In the event
of Lifting Equipment provided by Contractors, the Site Manager shall support the contract holder in collecting
Contractor’s necessary maintenance information for internal review and acceptance. Copy of the proper manufacturer’s
operation and maintenance manuals of all Lifting Appliances shall be available on site.

Before a crane is delivered and accepted to site, it should be inspected by maintenance personnel and results of the
inspection should be recorded. This record may be required by the Independent Competent Person carrying out the
thorough examination of the crane.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
An effective planned maintenance system should recognize the possible need to prohibit use of the crane until essential
maintenance work is carried out.
Finally, a comprehensive maintenance program of all lifting Appliances and, where applicable, Accessories is significantly
important to meet the necessary requirements for equipment re-certification following thorough examination by an
Independent Competent Person.
In case of need to perform Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) methods/techniques, they shall be in compliance and
consistent with Manufacturer’s recommendations. The Inspection Procedures, relevant /applicable to Inspection
methods used (e.g. MPI, UT, LP etc.), shall be approved by a Level III ISO 9712 and Inspectors, in charge of performing
NDE, shall be certified Level II ISO 9712 or Level I under the supervision of a Level II ISO 9712 certified Inspector.
5.4.6 Lifting Equipment Register

The Lifting Equipment shall be recorded in a registry available on the site and accompanied by a declaration of
conformity, instructions for use and a manual containing information about the operation, maintenance, assembly,
disassembly and transport. As minimum the following data shall be included for all Lifting Equipment:
Manufacturer and description;
Identification number;
SWL;
Date when the equipment was first taken in use;
Particulars of defects and steps taken to remedy them;

Dates and numbers of certificates of tests, inspections, and examinations, and name of person who performed
these;
Due dates for previous and next periodic inspection or periodicity of inspections.
Annex A13 below provides a Template for the Register.
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5.5 Personnel Lifting

Lifting of personnel may take place for personnel transfer purposes (e.g. personnel transfer from installation to vessel
or from vessel to installation) or for work activities (e.g. work at height during construction works) where no other
practicable option is possible.
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the safety of personnel lifting operations and the safe use of Lifting
Equipment during personnel lifting which consists of two macro categories of activity:
Lifting of personnel for purposes of personnel transfer: shall not be done during darkness unless supported by
specific Risk Assessment and approved by the Site Manager. Standard procedures for this type of lift shall be
prepared and only equipment designed and approved for personnel transfer shall be used;
Lifting personnel for other work activities:

• Personal Transfer Offshore;
• Man riding;
• Work basket;
• Cherry picker/Movable work platform.
Before lifting the personnel for transferring or for other work activities, try to identify an alternative method, if possible.
Lifting of personnel shall be avoided unless the risk has been demonstrated as being ALARP.
As general recommendation, personnel transfer or the use of a lifting appliance for man-riding operations such as the
use of personnel baskets and work baskets shall therefore be carried out in exceptional circumstances and strictly under
Permit to Work system upon risk assessment execution where all hazards involved are taken into consideration and
brought to an ALARP level of acceptance.
In order to ensure safety of the operation, particular attention shall be paid at all times to weather conditions. Any
deviations from limitation criteria, hereafter described, shall be subject to review and approval of Site Authority (Site
manager, OIM, Vessel Master, etc.) and to Risk Assessment.
5.5.1 General
5.5.1.1 Responsibility
All Lifting of Personnel operations are subject to review and approval of Site Manager, OIM and Vessel Master, if the
lifting involves offshore personnel transfer, who is the person responsible for review and approval or personnel transfer
or man-riding operations by means of Lifting Appliances.
All Personnel Lifting operation shall be conducted under Permit To Work system and that a responsible person (PIC)
shall be identified for each type of Personnel Lifting operation (e.g. Marine, Drilling, Construction, etc.) and he shall
ensure a safe conduct of the Personnel Lifting operation and that all personnel involved are fully informed of the lift.
The Person In Charge (PIC) for lifting operations shall be the responsible person for the execution of the Personnel Lifting
operation.
The PIC and the Transfer Vessel Master shall come to agreement that they are confident with the entire transfer and
that this operation can be carried out safely.
5.5.1.2 General safety requirements
Lifting or personnel operation are subject to the following general safety requirement:
All personnel lifts shall be categorized as Non-Routine Lifts and be subject to stringent planning and controls, Risk
assessment and written authorization by the Site Manager, OIM or Vessel Master;
Allowed upon consideration on the unfeasibility of alternative methods;

Personnel lifting shall always be subject to issue and approval of Permit-To-Work;
All personnel involved in the lift as Lifting Team shall take part to the Toolbox Talk;
All personnel involved in personnel lifts shall be fully briefed and aware about the operation;
Job objectives must be clearly understood for all personnel involved in the lift;
Hand signals must be agreed on prior to commence of transfer. No sign, no movement;
Radio communication between involved parties shall be checked and confirmed as satisfactory prior to personnel
lifting;
Area below lifting of personnel must be barricaded, apart from specific conditions (such as crew boat transfers);

Evaluation on possible interference by simultaneous operations and equipment shall always be carried out;
An Emergency Response Plan shall be prepared or available prior to perform any lifts, which shall include, but not
to be limited to the following:
• Experience with harness of personnel working at height;
• Involved personnel’s experience with personnel lifting;
• Availability and use of rescue kit;
• Contingency plan;
• Emergency shutdown in case of sudden error on control panel;
• Emergency operation in case of sudden incidents;
• Alarm procedure in case of an accident.
Participating in lifting operations is voluntary. All personnel involved must have agreed to the lift.
5.5.1.3 Training/Competency
Operator of Lifting Appliance shall have at least one year of experience in personnel lifting with the appliance in subject
or an equivalent one.
Only personnel suitable trained for the operation and safe use of personnel Lifting Appliances and Equipment may be
involved in personnel lifting operations.
A person cannot be deemed competent unless he/she has been trained and assessed for the task. This should include
as a minimum the following:
Understanding of personnel lifting;
Job Safe Analysis (JSA) requirements;
Permit-To-Work (PTW) system requirements;

Requirement for Toolbox Talk (TBT).
5.5.1.4 Documentation and records

Reference is made to the following documents:
Lifting operations;
Operational checklists:
• Work Basket Operational Checklist;
• Personnel Transfer Operational Checklist;
• Man-riding Operational Checklist;
• Movable Work Platform Operational Checklist.

Manufacturers’ instructions;
Work-at-height instructions;
Work-over-sea instructions;
PTW procedure;

Adverse weather policy procedure;

JSA procedure;
TBT procedure.
The following documents are to be filed before the start of operation:
JSA Form;
TBT Form;
Man-riding log.
5.5.2 Lifting of personnel for personnel transfer

Prior to commencing the personnel transfer operation, the PIC shall ensure that a correct and approved Permit to Work
is prepared and signed, that all personnel involved in the transfer are adequately trained and equipment to be used is
certified for the activity and successfully inspected.
Once all checks are completed and Site Manager or OIM and PIC confirm, in coordination with the vessel Master, that
activity may commence.
Annex 14 below provides a “Transfer of Offshore Personnel Decision-Making Flowchart”.
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Prior to, during and after lifting operation the following instructions shall be considered and followed, as applicable:
In case of personnel transfer with luggage, toolset boxes or others, these shall be secured on the floor at the centre
of the transfer basket. If this is not possible, they shall be transferred separately. No luggage shall be secured to
the outer ring or walkway;
Luggage weight shall not exceed the maximum allowable weight per passenger;
Lift off and landing areas must be ready and clear for obstructions/obstacles;
Crane operator shall confirm line of sight and communication with banksman;
Crane hook in place and suspended well clear of the transfer basket, but not below head height, until all transit
personnel are secured within the transfer basket;
Rigging shall have sufficient length to allow enough slack to accommodate vessel movements with the hook
remaining above head height while the transfer basket is on deck;
Taglines shall be held to control the initial phase of lifting and then left, ensuring they are free and away from
entrapment points (NOTE: the use of tagline shall be subject to risk assessment, which shall consider all options
and agree whether taglines are safely applicable or not – e.g., lifting of baskets from small surfers) ;
The basket shall be lifted sufficiently to be clear of any obstructions and then swung out over the sea ensuring that
the basket does not collide with any part of the vessel or offshore unit;
Raising and lowering of the basket shall, as far as practicable, take place over water and not over the deck of either
the offshore unit or the vessel;
The vessel where personnel is picked up from or dropped off to shall have a rescue boat available on board, ready
to be put in water in case of need;

Personnel lifts shall only be conducted where there is line of sight (full visibility) between the Crane Operator and
Banksman, and between the Banksman and the person being transferred;
During the transfer basket landing the transit personnel shall remain seated and secured until transfer basket is
stable on the deck;
Transit personnel to wait for assistance from installation personnel before transit personnel securing is removed.
5.5.2.1 Weather Condition suggested Limits

For personnel transfer operation the following weather conditions shall be met and ensured they are within the
following environmental criteria:
Wind max: 20 knots;
Significant wave height: < 2 meters;
Sufficient light: daylight conditions;

Visibility: > 1000 meters;
Thunder/lightning: must be avoided.
5.5.2.2 Appliances/Accessories
Safe Working Load (SWL) of Lifting Appliance and other Equipment is to be observed. All equipment must have SWL
clearly marked on it and instructions for use must be readily available.
The equipment used for personnel transfer shall be specifically designed, approved/certified and clearly marked as
suitable for personnel lifting operations.
The following Lifting Equipment shall be used for personnel lifting for personnel transfer (see figures below):
Billy Pugh Company type X-904;

Esvagt Safe Personnel Transfer Basket;
Personnel Transfer Capsule (PTC), also known as Frog.

However, the use of any other manufacturer’s carriers is allowed provided that they have been approved by a
Certification Authority (Lloyds, DNV, ABS, RINA, etc.) and when:
the relevant lifting Risk assessments is satisfactory;
other forms of personnel transfer are impractical;
they are not used as part of a formal emergency evacuation plan.

Figure 7 – Billy Pugh Company type X-904
Figure 8 – Esvagt Safe Personnel Transfer Basket.

Figure 9 – Personnel Transfer Capsule (PTC) or Frog
Crane operator shall check all crane functions and confirm to the PIC the successful conclusion of the pre-use
inspections. Personnel transfer equipment shall be checked to ensure there are no damages and that all locking
mechanisms are correctly working. A trial lift shall be made prior to the actual transfer. A trial lift without personnel
shall be made prior to the actual transfer.
All personnel involved in the transfer shall wear adequate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. Life jacket
shall be issued and worn (with survival suits in areas with cold water).
Finally, the personnel involved in the lift must be familiar with the respective operation manuals for the Lifting
Equipment in question. In case of personnel who have not travelled previously by basket or PTC, these shall be
accompanied by a member of the deck crew.
5.5.3 Lifting of Personnel for work activities

Lifting of personnel for work activities shall be conducted in those particular circumstances when there are no other
effective means of performing the work.
Prior to commencing the personnel lifting operation, the PIC shall ensure that a correct and approved Permit to work
is prepared and signed, that all personnel involved in the transfer are adequately trained and equipment to be used is
certified for the activity and successfully inspected.
Personnel lifting shall only be conducted in environmental conditions of adequate light and operators’ visibility,
possible during daylight only. Activities required to be carried out under different conditions shall be subject to risk
assessment and avoided unless they are strictly necessary.
Proper level of visibility shall be ensured between all personnel involved in the operations to avoid any hazardous
situations.
All equipment shall be specifically designed and certified by a Certification Authority (Lloyds, DNV, ABS, RINA, etc.).
The most common types of equipment for personnel lifting to enable to work at height activities are listed below:
Personnel Work Basket;

Winch for Personnel Lifting;
Mobile Elevating Working Platform (MEWP).

5.5.3.1 Personnel Work Basket (Personnel Lift Platform)

Personnel work basket are lifted by means of lifting appliance and generally used in working conditions that do not
allow the operator to reach the working area, directly from ground with other means (e.g. Scissor lift or MEWP), as this
is located at significant height from ground level (generally larger than 25 m).
The personnel work basket shall have:
A minimum design factor of five;

A plate specifying its empty weight and its rated load capacity or maximum intended load;
Perimeter protection consisting of a top rail approximately 10 cm high, and a mid-rail approximately halfway
between the top rail and the toe board;
A grab rail inside the personnel lift platform to minimize hand exposure;
Anchorage points within the platform for attaching personnel fall protection lanyards;
The sides of the platform enclosed from the toe board to the mid-rail with solid construction or expanded metal
having openings no greater than ½ in. (1.27 cm);
Platform access gates, including sliding or folding types, if installed, shall have a positive acting device to restrain
the gate from accidental opening. Swinging type access gates shall open only to the interior of the personnel lift
platform;
Rough edges exposed to contact by employees surfaced (ground smooth) to prevent injury;
High-visibility colour or marking for easy identification.
The basket rigging system (sling wires, shackles, master links) shall have a minimum specific safety factor on minimum
breaking load (MBL) of the accessory, as follows:
One-leg system – design factor of 1:7 on the MBL;
Two- or three-leg system – design factor of 1:5 on the MBL for each leg;
Four-leg system – design factor of 1:5 on the MBL (considering load acting only on three legs);
Where rotation resistant rope is used, the slings shall be capable of supporting without failure at least ten times
the maximum intended load.
Rigging system shall be arranged in such a way to link the slings to a master-link in order to have an even distribution
of the load and safety type shackles (with safety pin) to avoid accidental disengagement. Moreover, the rigging set shall
be exclusively used for personnel lifting purposes with the work basket only.
Furthermore, the following considerations shall be made when selecting the rigging arrangement for the purpose of
personnel lifting:
Only sling wire are permitted, equipped with thimble eyes decrease the bending curvature of the sling eye
overtime;
No use of synthetic fibre slings is allowed;
The use of wire rope clips, wedge sockets shall be prohibited in any rigging set;
Chain slings shall be manufactured as minimum of grade 80 steel.

A typical work basket is shown below:
Figure 10 –Work Basket.
Responsibility
The Site Manager is responsible for the operation, and he takes the final decision on whether the operation can proceed.
The Person-In-Charge (PIC) for lifting operations is the Responsible person for the transfer and information to the
personnel.
Weather Condition Suggested Limits

Verify that weather conditions are within the following environmental criteria:
Wind max: 20 knots;

Significant wave height: < 2,0 meters if working above the sea;
Sufficient light: daylight conditions;
Visibility: >100 (> 1000 meters if working above sea);
In addition to the above listed limitation criteria, the lifting appliance manufactures recommendations shall also be
considered depending on the crane configuration (boom lengths, truck width, etc.).
In case of conflict between criteria, the most stringent shall be followed.
Appliances/Accessories
Safe Working Load (SWL) of Lifting appliance/Accessories shall be observed at all times. All equipment shall be marked
with SWL and instructions for use must be readily available.
The equipment used for personnel transfer shall be specifically designed, approved/certified and clearly marked as
suitable for personnel lifting.
All personnel operating on a work basket shall wear a fall arrestor to be connected to the work basket.

If welding operations are required, there should be no earth connection to the basket or Lifting appliance. Moreover,
during welding operations from the work basket, measures shall be taken to ensure that there is no current leakage
through the Lifting appliance in order to prevent damage to crane components. Attention shall be paid to the use of tag
lines which shall pulled into basket when out of reach/out of use.
Throughout the Operation

The PIC will act as supervisors throughout the operation.
Personnel lifting by work basket shall only be conducted where there is line of sight (full visibility) between the Crane
Operator and Banksman, and between the Banksman and the person being lifted.
Annex A15 provides a recommended Checklist for Personnel Lifting Basket operations.
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5.5.3.2 Winches for Personnel Lifting (Man-riding)

PIC, winch operator, banksman and the person in the man-rider shall always discuss the operation in advance in order
to determine the best work method. The use of man-riding winches shall be permitted only when other means are not
suitable or inconvenient to carry out the intended activities.
The winch operator shall conduct a pre-use check of the man-rider and the fastening (correct use of safety equipment)
and shall ensure that tools to be used are fit for use.
During pre-use check, the manufactured checklist list shall be strictly followed, ensuring that the following points are
observed:
Prior to initial use of man-riding winches, the equipment shall be inspected to ensure all functionalities, damages,
any leakages, etc.;
All lifting gear shall be inspected and checked for certification and colour-coding, including lock pin between the
harness and the swivel;
Availability and use anti-fall securing equipment on tools;
Emergency stop button and functions checks, including emergency raising and lowering devices, and breaks;
The winch cable winding shall be checked to ensure it sits correctly on the drum casing to avoid any sudden or
uncontrolled movements.
Under no circumstances shall Man-riding operations take place where there is no visual contact between the man at
height, the banksman and the winch operator. The winch operator and the banksman must not carry out any other
work during man-rider operations.

Figure 11 – Man-riding Winch.
The winch operator shall:
Stand by the winch control as long as there is a person in the man-rider;

Only operate one winch at a time;
Maintain, at all time, eye contact with the person in the man-rider, either personally or through the banksman,
and maintain good communication;
Stop the operation if there is a stop signal and/or the safety of the operation is compromised.
Responsibility
The Site Manager is responsible for the safe use of man riding winches (man-riders) and in particular for ensuring this
procedure is strictly enforced to safeguard all personnel engaged in lifting operations.
All personnel involved in man riding have an individual responsibility to ensure the equipment and procedures are fit
for purpose prior to engaging in man riding operations.

Wind max.: 20 knots;

Significant wave height: < 2,0m, if working above sea;
Sufficient light: daylight, if working above sea;
Visibility: >100 (1000 meters if working above sea);
General weather requirements are prevailing. Deviation from the general weather criteria can be given by the Site
Manager or OIM. In such cases, a special Risk assessment must be made considering extra precautions, man riding
behind wind wall, etc. This Risk assessment must be documented in a JSA, TBT, or on the PTW itself.
Adverse weather procedures must be considered regarding wind speed. If gusts affect the conditions adversely, work
shall not continue.

Only winches certified, identified, and marked as being “suitable for man-riding” shall be used for this type of operations.
These winches are painted yellow for identification and are designed in accordance with a recognized Standard (e.g.
NORSOK standards R-003N chapter 4 and D-001 chapter 5.5.3.2., DNV-OS-E101 Offshore Standard).
Wire clamps shall not be used in this connection, a simple connecting link from the winch to the harness which can only
be manually activated shall require a “D-type” shackle, bolt nut and a safety split pin mandatorily.
An independent means of fall protection (static line or inertia reel) must be installed unless safety of the operation is
compromised. The decision not to use an independent means of fall protection must be approved by the OIM, evaluated
in the Risk Assessment and noted on the Permit-To-Work (PTW).
Man-riding harness must be inspected prior to and after operation and must be checked by a colleague for perfect fit
after adjustment, it must be clean, undamaged and marked with an ID number.
All safe and good practices must be well-established within the management system, including all necessary
maintenance. The winch, anti-fall securing equipment and the man-riders must be operated in accordance with internal
procedures. These must agree with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Pre-Checks
The PIC, the winch operator, the flagman and the person in the man-rider shall always discuss the operation in advance
in order to determine the best work method.
The winch operator shall conduct a pre-use check of the man-rider and the fastening (correct use of safety equipment)
and shall ensure that tools to be used by the person in the man-rider have been secured.
The pre-use check list prepared by the manufacturer must be followed. If the manufacturer’s checklist does not include
the following points, these must also be dealt with:
Prior to initial use of man-rider winches, the winch, wire and man-rider must be checked for possible faults;
The shackle used must have the current year’s colour, as well as a lock pin between the harness and the swivel;
Use anti-fall securing equipment on tools;
Function test the winch. Test the emergency stop function. Check the emergency heaving and lowering. Check the
brake;
Check the winch components visually with damage, leaks, etc. in mind;
Be very careful that the wire winds correctly onto the drum, so that the wire does not build up. This may cause an
uncontrolled fall for the person hanging in the man-rider.
Annex A16 provides a recommended Pre-man riding Checklist.
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Throughout the Operation

Under no circumstances shall Man-riding operations take place where there is no visual contact between the man at
height, the banksman and the winch operator. The winch operator and the flag man must not carry out any other work
during man-rider operations.

The winch operator shall:

Stand by the winch control as long as there is a person in the man-rider;
Only operate one winch;
Maintain, at all time, eye contact with the person in the man-rider, either personally or through the flagman, and
maintain good communication;
Stop the lifting operation if there is a stop signal and/or the safety of the operation is in doubt.
5.5.3.3 Mobile Elevating Work Platform

PIC is directly responsible for the safe use of MEWP and in particular for ensuring working procedure is strictly followed
to safeguard all personnel engaged in lifting operations.
The work at height by MEWP, like any other lifting operation, requires a Risk Assessment to be carried out prior to
commencing any activities or work at height.
If the assessment determines that the work can be carried out in a way that avoids having someone working at height
then alternative mean shall be followed, otherwise the PIC shall ensure that the most suitable equipment is selected for
the work.
The trained operators involved in use of MEWP shall have individual responsibility to ensure the equipment and
procedures are fit for purpose prior to their use and carrying out pre-use function check and ensure that maintenance
is regularly carried out as prescribed by the manufacturer.
Records of these checks shall be kept. The operator shall also be fully aware of the procedure their employer expects
them to follow should they identify a fault with the MEWP, e.g. isolate the controls, tag the machine and report the
defect to the person in control.
All types of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP), also called Cherry Pickers include the following:
Vertical “scissor” lift;
Self-propelled boom;
Vehicle-mounted boom;
Trailer-mounted boom.

The above listed MEWP types are shown in the figures below:
Figure 12 – Vertical scissor lift Figure 13 – Self-propelled boom
Figure 14 – Vehicle-mounted boom Figure 15 – Trailer-mounted boom
The MEWP must not be used as winch, elevator, or to drag items. To reduce the Risk from MEWP Hazards, the trained
operator shall take the following precautions:
The area around the platform shall be barricaded so that to prevent personnel injuries in the event of accidental
dropping of tools or objects;
If used to install materials the weight and dimensions of materials shall checked and any manual handling and load
distribution issues shall be considered;
Prior to use, the area shall be checked for presence of overhead cables or power lines and other dangerous
machinery;

Personnel riding a lifting equipment shall wear a safety with a short work restraint lanyard securely attached to
the platform;
The MEWP shall be used on firm and level ground. Any temporary covers should be strong enough to withstand
the applied pressure. Localized ground features, e.g. trenches, manholes and unstable grounds, can all lead to
overturning;
Ensure a good level of housekeeping inside the platform to reduce the Risk of the operator tripping or losing
balance while working.
Responsibility
The Site Manager is responsible for the operation, and he takes the final decision on whether the operation can proceed.
The PIC on duty shall be directly responsible for the safe use of MEWP and in particular for ensuring this procedure is
strictly enforced to safeguard all personnel engaged in lifting operations.
The work at height by mobile work equipment requires an assessment to be carried out before starting any work at
height. If the assessment determines that the work can be carried out in a way that avoids having someone working at
height then this must be done.
However, if the assessment confirms that there is no alternative to working at height then the work must be properly
planned and organized in advance by PIC to ensure that the most suitable work equipment is chosen.
The trained operators involved in use of MEWP shall have individual responsibility to ensure the equipment and
procedures are fit for purpose prior to their use.

Wind max.: 25 knots;

Sufficient light: daylight;
Visibility: >100;
Safe Working Load (SWL) posted on MEWP shall be observed. All equipment must have SWL clearly marked on it and
instructions for safe use must be available on the equipment. The equipment used for personnel transfer shall be
specifically designed, approved/certified and clearly marked as suitable for personnel lifting.
There must be an established management system, which ensures and documents necessary maintenance.
Pre-Checks
The trained operators shall responsible for carrying out a basic daily/pre-use function check and the basic maintenance
required by the manufacturer. Records of these checks shall be kept. The operator shall also be fully aware of the
procedure their employer expects them to follow should they identify a fault with the MEWP, e.g. isolate the controls,
tag the machine and report the defect to the person in control.
Throughout the operation
The MEWP must not be used as winch, elevator, or to drag items to reduce the Risk from MEWP Hazard the trained
operator shall take the following precautions:

The area around the platform shall be barred off so that falling tools or objects do not strike people below;
If used to install materials the weight and dimensions of materials shall checked and any manual handling and load
distribution issues shall be considered;
The MEWP shall not operate close to overhead cables or other dangerous machinery, or allow any part of the arm
to protrude into a traffic route;
If there is still a Risk of people falling from the platform a harness with a short work restraint lanyard shall be
secured to a suitable manufacturer provided anchorage point within the basket to stop the wearer from getting
into a position where they could fall from the carrier (with respect of this, reference has to be made to the
manufacturer manual and the risk assessment specific for the task;
The MEWP shall be used on firm and level ground. Any temporary covers should be strong enough to withstand
the applied pressure. Localized ground features, e.g. trenches, manholes and uncompacted backfill, can all lead to
overturning;
Keeping the platform tidy will reduce the Risk of the operator tripping or losing balance while in the basket.
5.5.4 Suitability of Crane for Personnel transfer and Man-riding

Offshore cranes used for personnel transfers shall have specific requirements. The main international standards of
reference are API Spec 2C (Specification for Offshore Pedestal Mounted Cranes) or EN 13852-1 (Offshore cranes).
The crane shall be fully operational, properly maintained, certified and currently in compliance with its required
inspections prior to being used.
Lifting of personnel may be done by all crane types. This section specifies additional requirements to cranes used for
lifting of personnel.
The requirements specified below are aiming at lifting persons with ordinary crane arrangements and are not intended
for Man-riding winches (lifting/lowering of one person) and other specialized equipment.
5.5.4.1 Rated capacity
When using an appliance for personnel lifting, the unity check (or percentage of utilization) shall not exceed 50% of the
certified load radius for the given configuration.
This information shall be indicated in the instructions, load chart and by the safe load indicator whenever the appliance
is used for this purpose.
5.5.4.2 Brakes
Cranes to be used for lifting of personnel shall be equipped with two mechanically and functionally independent brakes,
with separate control units.
In case the primary braking system fails, the second brake shall be provided in emergency and it shall be fitted for both
main and boom hoisting system.
During testing phase, means shall be provided for separate testing of each brake.
Mechanical brakes shall fulfil the requirements for brakes based on SWL for the actual load cases. SWL will be replaced
by rated capacity for personnel handling provided the brake is used in personnel handling mode only.
Hydraulic restriction may be considered as one of the required two brakes, provided the rated capacity does not exceed
50% of the rated capacity for lifting of loads.
Where hydraulic restriction is used as a brake, the following applies:

the hydraulic motor shall have a closing valve directly at the high-pressure (load) connection (no pipe or hose
connection in between);
the closing valve shall close as a result of pressure loss at the low-pressure connection (inlet connection during
lowering). This function shall be accomplished by direct bore or piping between the closing valve and the low-
pressure connection;
the hydraulic motor shall always be ensured sufficient working fluid, also in the event of power failure, i.e. gravity
feeding.
Where cylinders are used for luffing, folding or telescopic, they shall be provided with a hydraulic shutoff valve.
Alternatively, each motion shall have two independent cylinders where each cylinder is capable of holding the rated
capacity for lifting of persons.
5.5.4.3 Steel wire ropes
Steel wire ropes for hoisting shall have a minimum safety factor equal to eight (8) and chains shall have a minimum
safety factor of six (6), related to the rated capacity for the lifting of persons.
5.5.4.4 Shock absorbers

Where a shock absorber is installed it shall be fail-safe and automatic in operation.
5.5.4.5 Mode selection

The control station shall be equipped with a manual key selection switch for the purpose of lifting persons. The switch
shall be lockable in both positions with a removable key and have an adjacent warning light which continuously shall
indicate when it is activated. The light shall not illuminate unless selection for personnel lifting is made.
When the mode for personnel lift is selected, the following functions shall be maintained:
All brakes shall automatically be activated when the controls are in neutral position and in cases where the
emergency stop has been activated;
Where fitted, Automatic Overload Protection System (AOPS) shall be overridden; i.e. it shall not be possible that
this system is activated;
Where fitted, motion compensators; i.e. cable tensioning systems and heave compensator systems shall be
overridden;
Where fitted, emergency release systems shall be overridden; i.e. it shall not be activated regardless of the position
of the emergency release switch or handle;
Manual Overload Protection System (MOPS) shall be overridden; i.e. shall not be possible to activate.
5.5.4.6 Operational limitation
Except for emergency operations, the operational limitations for lifting of personnel shall be as follows:
Mean wind velocity: 10 m/s;
Significant wave height: 2 m;
Visibility: daylight or equivalent.
5.5.5 Handling Of Tubular Goods

The following shall be considered for handling of tubular goods:

Certified tubular transportation devices or skids should be used where possible and particularly when transporting
tubular goods with an outer diameter of less than 140mm;
Only tubular goods of the same diameter should be bundled together into a lift if it is not in a transportation device;
Ensure that the load does not shift, tubular goods greater than 127mm, where practical, should be bundled into
odd numbers of joints in an effort to compact them together so that the middle joints are gripped by the outer
ones and less likely to slide loose;
The tubular goods sling set should be assembled with two equal length legs of the same construction wire rope
and SWL, heavy duty reeving hard eyes or thimbles at the load end, terminated at the top with soft loops which
can be shackled together and placed in load hook. Alternatively, the soft loops may be placed directly in load hook;
Man-made fiber slings such as flat woven webbing slings should not be used to bundle, lift and transport tubular
goods. Webbing slings are difficult to choke properly and, depending on the type of eye, may loosen and become
slack around the tubular goods bundle when the weight of the load comes off the sling;
When slinging a tubular goods bundle each leg of the sling set should be double wrapped around one end of the
bundle one quarter the way in from each end. The top end of the sling leg should be threaded through the reeving
sleeve in the choke mode and secured. A drop forged wire rope clip (bull dog or other clip) should be placed above
the reeving eye to prevent the wire rope from slipping through the eye thereby slacking off when the load is
lowered to its resting position;
Slings should be placed at equal distance (approximately 25% of total length) from the ends of the load. They
should be double wrapped and choked around the tubular either when using steel slings or nylon webbing;
The inside angle of the choke shall not exceed 120°;
The live end of the wire rope at the bundle should be kept from being positioned under the first wrap and under
other bundles;
Excessively long tubulars such as riser joints may require tag lines to assist with control of the load. Tag lines should
be attached at the very ends of the bundle;
Due care and attention should be taken when loading tubulars to avoid damage to slings;
Prepare the landing site to enable the bundles to be landed without crushing the slings;
Ensure that pipes are protected by means of securely fastened thread protectors and end caps. They shall prevent
damage to the weld bevel and the ingress of moisture or dirt into the pipe;
Temporary storage of tubular goods, whether on the installation or supply vessel, should be stacked or segregated
by pipe posts. Height of tubular bundles should not exceed the height of the structural pipe post.
After the crane operator lowers the bundle to its final position and puts slack in the sling set, the rigger can move
in, detach the sling set from the load hook and place the sling set parallel along the long axis of the bundle so that
the wire rope will not be crushed by the next bundle.
Extreme care must be exercised after bundles have been in transit (grips may have slipped etc.);
Prior to making any hoists, the release of rigging should be considered. Precautions are required to prevent
personnel from being trapped between tubulars during release of rigging.

DO NOT
Do not sling tubes of different diameters;

Do not sling a mixture of tubulars, angle, flat bar etc.;
Do not tight the choke by hammering as this will increase the effective sling angle thus weakening the sling;
Do not handle pipes by means of hooks in pipe ends;
Do not cross the sling;
Do not use shackle to make choke, always pass sling through eye. Shackle miss-alignment may occur when
tightening bundle;
Do not stack bundles above head height;
Do not stack bundles near walkways or passages.
Examples of tubular rigging arrangements are shown in Figure 16 and 17.
Spreader beams are recommended for lifting of tubular goods
Figure 16 – Tubular rigging arrangement.
If a spreader beam is not available double wrap before lifting
Figure 17 – Tubular rigging arrangement.

Annex A17 below provides Safety Pocket Cards for the handling of Tubulars.
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5.5.6 Handling of Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers

A Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (FIBC) – also called ““Big Bag” or “Bulk Bag” is a flexible container suitable for
any free-flowing material in powder, granular or flake form with a capacity up to 3m3, carrying loads from 0.5 to 2 tons.
FIBC’s shall never be used for the transportation of anything other than the cargo for which they were designed.
FIBC’s shall be handled in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions, which are highlighted on an easily visible
and readable label. An example of FIBC label is shown in Figure 18 below.
Before handling one shall check the general condition for structural damage or disintegrating marks possibly caused by
environmental conditions or exposure to UV radiation from the sun. Any bag that shows any sign of wear or damage
on any of the hoisting loops shall never be hoisted.
FIBC’s can be lifted by cranes and forklifts, the following aspects shall be taken into account.
Lifting by Crane
The hooks, spreader bars or other devices used for hoisting should have rounded edges and/or protective covers. Safety
hooks with an integrated safety latch shall be used to prevent the hook from accidentally slipping off the loop. Hooks
should have a sufficiently large radius to prevent squeezing the loop. When the FIBC is suspended, the loops must be
vertical, or at a maximum angle as allowed by the instructions on the label, without any twists or knots. An example is
shown in Figure 19 below.
Hoisting by Forklift
Be sure that the forklift tines are spaced correctly. All hoisting loops, sleeves or other hoisting devices should be vertical,
so that no lateral forces will be created in the FIBC. Be sure that the hoisting loops are not twisted.
Forklift tines should have rounded edges and/or being provided with protective covers in order to avoid damage to the
hoisting loops. FIBC’s should be raised or lowered smoothly. An example is shown in Figure 20 below.
Horizontal carrying
When travelling with a FIBC hanging from the forklift tines, there is an increased danger of the forklift becoming
unstable. The FIBC should be held close to the mast and as low as possible with the mast tilted slightly backwards.
Make sure that the wheels of the truck will not damage the FIBC body. The load should not restrict the view of the
driver.
FIBC’s must not be dragged. The truck should be brought to a stop before the FIBC is raised or lowered.

Figure 18 – FIBC label.
Notes:
Safety Factor (SF) - i.e. 5:1, 6:1 or 8:1 as appropriate;
Class of FIBC - i.e. “heavy-duty reusable”, “standard-duty reusable” or “single-trip”.

Figure 19 – Lifting by Crane. Figure 20 – Hoisting by Forklift.
Offshore operations
Using FIBC’s in an offshore environment is only allowed under the following strict conditions:
Only FIBC’s with a safety factor 5:1 shall be used;
To be sure that weather or sunlight had no negative influence on quality and strength, only new FIBC’s shall be
used from a recent production batch;
FIBC’s to be used for a single trip only (Single trip is from filling point to supply base, from base to supply vessel,
from supply vessel to offshore installation);
FIBC’s shall be used to a maximum of 66,6% of their SWL in order to overcome dynamic forces in the offshore
environment.
Safety Pocket Card for the Handling of FIBC’s is shown in Annex A18 below.
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The following table summarizes the main actions to carry out and avoid for handling FIBC’s:
DO DO NOT
Do select the right FIBC for the job in consultation Don't choose FIBCs without consulting the
with the manufacturer or supplier manufacturer or supplier
Do read the instruction label on the FIBC Don't exceed the SWL in any circumstances
Do inspect reusable FIBCs before refilling Don't fill the FIBCs unevenly
Do check that the discharge spout is closed off Don't stop or start suddenly during
before filling transportation
Don't subject FIBCs to snatch lift and/or jerk

Do ensure that the filled FIBC is stable
stops
Do close the top inlet correctly Don't drag FIBCs
Do use lifting gear of sufficient capacity to take the

Don't allow personnel under suspended FIBCs
suspended load
Do adjust the distance between forklift arms to the Don't allow FIBCs to project over the side of a
correct width for the FIBC being handled vehicle or pallet
Do tilt the mast of the forklift truck rearwards to

Don't tilt the mast of the forklift forward
an appropriate angle
Do ensure that crane hooks, bars or fork-lift arms

used for lifting are of adequate size and are
Don't withdraw the forklift arms prior to
rounded to at least the thickness of the sling, belt
relieving all the load on lifting devices
or rope suspension, with a minimum radius of
5mm
Do take appropriate measures with regard to dust

Don't stack FIBCs unless sure of their stability
control
Do consider the possibility of static electricity Don't use FIBCs in new conditions without
hazards consulting the manufacturer or supplier
Do protect the FIBCs from rain and/or prolonged

Don't reuse single-trip FIBCs
sunlight
Do ensure the FIBCs are adequately secured in Don't repair heavy-duty reusable FIBCs unless
transportation the as-new requirements can be met
Ref. ISO 21898:2004 Table D.1 - How to use FIBCs
Table 7 – DOs and DON’Ts rules for FIBC lifting.

5.5.7 HOISTING OVER LIVE FACILITIES

Live facilities are process plants or equipment, protected or not, having any single or combination of the following
characteristics:
Hazardous;
Pressurized;
Energized or containing strategic “fluid”.
Examples of live facilities are pipes or vessels containing hydrocarbons, electric cables, equipment cooling water supplies,
etc.
Lifting operations over live facilities should be avoided at all times. Only in exceptional circumstances will this
restriction be lifted, but strict procedures and more rigorous controls due to the inherent hazards associated with these
operations shall be in place.
Lifting operations over live facilities shall always be categorized as Non-Routine – Complex lifts, therefore the following
control measures shall be in place:
Permit To Work;
Fully dedicated Risk Assessment;
Method Statement describing the operations step – by – step;
Dedicated Lift Plan prepared by an engineer;

Formal review of work package and planning by a Technical Authority or Third-Party Independent Engineer
(recommended);
Toolbox Talk.
Depending on the complexity of the task at hand and the risks identified, one or more of the following further safety
precautions should be considered:
Additional authorization from the manager of the asset;
Shutting down, isolating, depressurizing and purging the live process plant, equipment or other facilities;
Selecting higher rated lifting and hoisting equipment, so there is no need to exceed 75% of the capacity;
The use of static back-up safety rigging, such as slings hooked up parallel with the hoist to sustain the load in the
event of a hoist brake failure;
Performing a trial run using a water weight;
Have an emergency plan in place;
Having an emergency crew standing by;

Having direct communications with the control room;
Being ready to shut down.

Safety Pocket Card for the Hoisting Over Live Facilities is shown in Annex A19 below.
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5.5.8 MULTIPLE CRANE LIFT

Lifting a load with two or more cranes is a potentially dangerous operation which should be avoided except where the
physical dimensions, characteristics or weight of the load prevent this being handled by a single crane.
Working with two or more cranes shall always be categorized as Non-Routine – Complex lifts.
Where the physical dimensions, weight of the load or circumstances prevents it being handled by a single crane, then
tandem lifting will be acceptable as long as the operation has been planned strictly according the procedures. Tandem
lifting requires extremely careful planning and an accurate assessment of the share of the load which is to be carried
by each crane.
Figure 21: Tandem Lift
The factors to be considered when planning multiple crane lifts include the following aspects:
Mass of the load: the total mass of the load and its distribution should either be known or calculated. Where the
information is taken from a design drawing, allowances should be made for manufacturing tolerances. The
accuracy of the design drawing should be confirmed before starting the lift.
Position of the Centre of Gravity (CoG): due to the variable effect of manufacturing tolerances and rolling margins,
the position of the CoG may not be accurately known. Accordingly, the proportion of the load being carried by
each crane may be uncertain and adequate allowances should be made. This will involve reducing each crane’s
capacity further.
Mass of the lifting gear: the mass of the lifting gear and its distribution should be accurately known and included
as part of the calculated load on the cranes.
Safe working capacity of the lifting gear: the distribution of the forces within the lifting gear that will occur during
the lifting operation should be established. The lifting gear should have a rated capacity in excess of that needed

for its proportioned load. Determine whether special lifting gear is required to suit the maximum variation in
distribution and direction of applied loads and forces which may occur during multiple lifting.
Synchronizing crane motions: if possible, minimize the variation in the direction and magnitude of forces acting
on the cranes by synchronizing the cranes’ motions. Where possible, use cranes of equal capacity and similar
operating characteristics. However, in practice, there will always be some variation due to differences in response
to the activation of the motion controller and the setting and efficiency of the braking system.
All multiple crane lifting operations should be thoroughly planned in advance by a competent person. Where possible
cranes of equal capacity and similar characteristics should be used. The cranes to be used should be selected to have a
capacity margin greater than that needed for the proportioned load when handled as a single lift.
The following minimum capacity requirements for each crane will apply:
Two (2) cranes - De-rate each crane by 20%;

Three (3) cranes - De-rate each crane by 33%;
Four (4) or more cranes - De-rate each crane by 50%.
Generally, for a tandem lifting operation, each crane shall be capable to lift 75% of the total load in the worst foreseen
geometric condition. Under particular circumstances, this margin may be reduced provided that all the necessary
contingencies and justification are provided for review and approval.
There are numerous ways to utilize multiple cranes. Hereafter the most commonly used combinations are explained
with some specific remarks that need to be addressed during Risk Assessment:
Hoisting a single load using two cranes: when two cranes are going to hoist a load, a determination must be made
on the location of the load attachment points and the CoG. This must be calculated to properly distribute the load
according to the capacities of each crane. If a load is non-symmetrical – i.e. the CoG will not be in the middle of
the load, but closer to one end - it is likely that one crane will be positioned to lift over half of the load weight.
Hoisting a single load using more than two cranes: in this situation the load is divided across more than two cranes.
Hoisting a load, which is suspended from three points, is always in a static determined position. Related to the CoG
of the load, there can be two situations:
• The load is equally divided over the three suspension points;
• The load is not equally divided over the three suspension points.
Whatever the actual situation, it will be necessary to determine the exact position of the CoG by calculation. In case the
load is not equally divided over three points, each crane will have a different load. Hoisting a load that is suspended
from 4 (or more) points is always in a static undetermined position and extremely hazardous. It is impossible to
determine how the load will be divided between the suspension points. In some specific situations a solution might be
to go back to three suspension points by connecting two of the four hoisting points by means of an equalizing hoisting
beam.
Taking a load from a horizontal position to a vertical position or vice versa: when erecting a pressure vessel or a
structural component from a horizontal position to a vertical position a tailing crane is often used. During this type
of operation, the relationship between the load attachment points and the CoG is very important;
It is essential to accurately calculate the position of the CoG and the actual load exerted on both cranes. As the
load changes from horizontal to vertical, the lead crane will absorb more of the load, until the total weight of the
load is fully transferred to the lead crane;

Using two or more chain lever hoists and or chain blocks: when using more than one chain block or chain lever
hoist, each individual hoist unit should be rated to a capacity of at least 100% of the load;
Planning and control measures for this category, including defined procedures and drawings or sketches, need to
be in place. If two or more lever hoists are used to share the load during hoisting operations, careful consideration
of the operation is necessary as there is the potential to overload one of the hoists (beyond the Working Load
Limit) or under load one of the hoists (below 10% of the Working Load Limit).
For a safe execution, the following issues need attention:

The capacity of the lifting Accessories being used to connect the load with the crane shall be adequate. Special
attention is needed when working out of the vertical;
Always have only one person giving signals for both cranes, having direct sight and permanent radio contact to the
Crane operators;
The personnel team involved must work in unison and position themselves to avoid being trapped or crushed;
Prior to starting the operation, ascertain that both load lines are in the vertical without side / off-loading of the
boom;
Upon signal, both cranes to hoist slowly, to either the calculated weight tolerance limit or until the load is free,
and STOP;
The PIC to confirm that the full load has been transmitted prior to authorizing the lift to continue. The Safe Load
Indicator accuracy and the integrity of the braking mechanism to be verified before the operation continues;
Keep a close eye on hoist lines and make sure they do not come out of the vertical during the whole operations;
Raising or lowering the load and slewing of the cranes may only be undertaken at the signal from the banksman
and at the previously agreed speed.

6. CHANGES MADE
Pro hse 023 eni ng r00 replaces and supersedes HSE-DIV-C5-OPER-012 Rev02 “Rigging and Lifting Procedure” and HSE-
DIV-C5-OPER-021 Rev00 “Personnel Lifting Procedure”, and integrates man hse 001 eni ng “HSE Integrated
Management System Manual”.
7. RESPONSIBILITY FOR UPDATES
The units and positions involved in the activities described in this document are responsible for noting any events
affecting the company’s operation, which may require these regulations to be updated. Such events are reported to the
HSE function, which coordinates the updating of the document.
8. DOCUMENT FILING, STORAGE AND TRACEABILITY
The units and positions involved in the activities governed by this document shall ensure, each for the areas under its
responsibility, also through the IT systems in use, the traceability of the data and information and shall keep and file all
printed and/or electronic documents produced, so that all process phases may be properly tracked.
9. LIST OF ANNEXES
Annex A1 – List of lifting operations by category

Annex A2 – Lift Categorization Flowchart and Checklist
Annex A3 – Lift Plan
Annex A4 – Hand Signals Chart
Annex A5 – Lifting Assessment Checklist
Annex A6 – Lifting Equipment List
Annex A7 – Lifting Appliances List
Annex A8 – Sample Pre-use Checklist
Annex A9 – Frequency of Inspection as per Legislative Matrix
Annex A10 – Lifting Accessories List
Annex A11 – Lifting Accessories Color Coding Example
Annex A12 – Lifted Equipment List
Annex A13 – Lifting Equipment Register
Annex A14 – Offshore Personnel Transfer Decision Flowchart
Annex A15 – Person Lifting Basket Recommended Checklist
Annex A16 – Pre- and Man-riding Recommended Checklist
Annex A17 – Safety Pocket Card for the Handling of Tubular Goods
Annex A18 – Safety Pocket Card for the Handling of FIBC’s
Annex A19 – Safety Pocket Card for the Hoisting Over Live Facilities
Annex A20 – Ten Questions for a Safe Lift

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Procedure

Lifting and Hoisting

Reference MSG: HSE

Lifting and Hoisting

ISSUE DATE: EFFECTIVE DATE:

June 30th, 2020 June 30th, 2020

PREPARED BY: CHECKED BY: VERIFIED BY: APPROVED BY:

Lawrence Osakwe Alessandro Tiani

Taiwo Bello Giorgio Castriota Raymond Omietimi Lorenzo Fiorillo

Michele Sanfilippo Pietro Capurso Norbert Jallais

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5.2 Lifting and Hoisting Planning Process 22

5.3 CONTROL AND RECORD 42

5.4 Lifting Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Requirements 44

5.5 Personnel Lifting 54

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7. RESPONSIBILITY FOR UPDATES 81

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3.1 Internal references

3.2 External references

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4. DEFINITIONS, ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

ALARP As Low As Reasonably Practicable.

CoG Centre of Gravity.

DPR Department and Petroleum Resources.

It refers to all Eni SpA subsidiaries in Nigeria:

FRB Fast Rescue Boat.

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Combination of the likelihood of an occurrence of a hazardous event or exposure(s) and the

JSA Job Safety Analysis.

LEEA Lifting Equipment Engineering Association.

L&H Lifting and Hoisting.

Lifting team Personnel carrying out lifting operation.

LOA Lifting Operational Advisor.

LOLER Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations.

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MEWP Mobile Elevating Work Platform.

NDT Non Destructive Testing.

OPITO Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organization.

PRFLO Person Responsible for the Lifting Operations.

PPE Personal Protective Equipment.

PtW Permit to Work.

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Rigging loft A loft in which rigging is prepared for use.

Overall process of risk analysis and risk evaluation (ISO 17776:2016);

The maximum load with reference to manufacturers design data, as assessed by an

A detailed visual examination by a competent person, supplemented if necessary by other

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5. ACTIVITIES AND OPERATING METHODS

The planning process shall be divided in several steps, namely: