HSE PLAN

SAFE LIFTING OPERATION PROCEDURE

PROJECT NAME

“Document Code” Rev 01, October 2021

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Revision code Description of changes Purpose of issue Date

01 First Edition Submitted for approval 31.10.2021

Document approval

Prepared by Reviewed by Approved by

Name Christian Arenas Roody S. Attieh

Job Title HSE Administrator Project HSE Manager Project Manager

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Table of Contents
1 DOCUMENT NUMBER..................................................................................................................4
2 PURPOSE & SCOPE.......................................................................................................................4
3 RESPONSIBILITIES........................................................................................................................4
3.1 PROJECT MANAGER......................................................................................................................4
3.2 SITE HSE MANAGER.....................................................................................................................4
3.3 SITE OHS REPRESENTATIVE............................................................................................................4
3.4 SITE SUPERVISION........................................................................................................................ 4
4 PROCEDURE.................................................................................................................................4
4.1 TRAINING AND COMPETENCY..........................................................................................................4
4.2 LIFTING PLANS.............................................................................................................................5
4.3 RISK ASSESSMENT........................................................................................................................ 5
4.4 SAFE USE OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT...................................................................................................5
4.5 SELECTION OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT..................................................................................................6
4.6 SAFE WORKING LOAD (SWL).........................................................................................................6
4.7 SAFE LOAD INDICATORS.................................................................................................................6
4.8 PEOPLE INVOLVED IN THE LIFTING OPERATIONS.................................................................................7
4.9 MARKING OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT...................................................................................................8
4.10 WIND SPEED............................................................................................................................... 8
4.11 OVERHEAD POWERLINES............................................................................................................... 9
4.12 THE LIFTING OPERATION............................................................................................................... 9
4.13 COLLISION OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT................................................................................................10
4.14 EXAMINATION AND INSPECTION....................................................................................................10
4.15 THOROUGH EXAMINATION AND TESTING........................................................................................10
4.16 INSPECTION OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT AND LIFTING ACCESSORIES..........................................................11
4.17 EXCAVATORS USED AS CRANES......................................................................................................11
4.18 TRUCK MOUNTED MOBILE CRANE (BOOM TRUCK)..........................................................................12
5 RECORDS AND FORMS...............................................................................................................12
6 ATTACHMENTS..........................................................................................................................12

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1 DOCUMENT NUMBER
NP-NEOM-OSH-PRO-11

2 PURPOSE & SCOPE

Nesma shall implement an administrative control system for Safe Lifting Operations within NEOM.
This procedure is put in place as part of a safe system of work when a need has been identified and
provide guidance on the safe lifting operations.
This procedure is mandatory and applies to all Nesma Projects and Facilities within NEOM.

3 RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Project Manager

The Project Manager shall provide all required resources for the implementation of procedure
and ensure that it is implemented properly.
3.2 Site HSE Manager
The Site HSE Manager shall advise and assist the implementation of this procedure to ensure
that they are suitable for use and comply.
3.3 Site OHS Representative
They are responsible to monitor the site activities, ensure the compliance with this procedure,
stop and report any deviation to the safety manager.
3.4 Site Supervision
Supervisors are responsible for implementing this procedure in their areas of work and their
subordinates.

4 PROCEDURE

4.1 Training and Competency

4.1.1 Riggers
Nesma will ensure that all riggers are certified by an approved third party for the
category of the lift he is carrying.
Three categories of riggers are required depending on the load as follow:
 Rigger III, allowed to carryout lifts up to 9 tons.
 Rigger II, allowed to carryout lifts up to 40 tons.
 Rigger I, required for all critical lifts (above 40 tons, tandem lifts, Night lifts, etc.)
4.1.2 Crane Operators
Nesma will ensure that all crane operators are certified by an approved third party for
the type and size of the crane he is operating.
4.1.3 Other operatives
Nesma will ensure that all operatives involved in lifting activities are trained for such
work and recognize the hazards identified in their activities.

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 4.2 Lifting Plans
A lifting plan shall be developed and implemented in compliance with this procedure for any
lifting operation. There are two categories for lifting plans:
 Lifting Plan for loads less than 9 Tons. (Form attached)
 Lifting Plan for loads 9 Tons and above. (Form attached)

4.3 Risk Assessment

Nesma shall ensure that risk assessments consider the following general hazards and risks
associated with the use of lifting equipment and lifting accessories, which will include, but not
be limited to:
 Competency requirements of operators / riggers;
 Lifting equipment and accessories testing and certification requirements;
 Unauthorized use of lifting equipment;
 Failure of lifting equipment or lifting accessories;
 A load being dropped whilst suspended;
 Unstable ground conditions;
 Visibility;
 Lifting of people;
 Communication;
 Fatigue;
 Employees being struck by the load or lifting equipment;
 Striking overhead power cables or other services;
 Falls during the erection of cranes;
 Manual handling risks associated with lifting and moving heavy equipment;

4.4 Safe Use of Lifting Equipment

 Nesma shall plan all lifting operations prior to carrying out the work. The safe working
method will be identified and communicated to all involved employees in a
comprehensible manner.
 Nesma shall complete a risk assessment prior to any lifting operations being undertaken
to determine typical safe working conditions and safeguards, acceptability limit of each
lift and the level of supervision required.
 In the case where cranes are used for lifting operations Nesma shall follow the
requirements of the lifting plan and will use the correct means of lifting and the correct
lifting accessories.
 Nesma shall confirm that those employees working as lifting equipment operators and
riggers are trained and competent and hold the relevant third-party certificates to
undertake the type of work safely.
 Nesma shall clearly define the area where lifting operations are being carried out and
prevent, access of unauthorized persons as far as reasonably practicable by barricading
the area and posting signs.

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 4.5 Selection of Lifting Equipment
During the planning of lifting operations, Nesma shall consider the type of equipment that is
required to carry out the lifting operation safely. The Appointed Person will be consulted
during the selection process and the decision on the type of crane will be based on the
following factors:
 Weight of the load;
 Frequency and duration of the work;
 The working environment (ground conditions, access restrictions, etc.);
 Mobility of the crane (will lifting operations be carried out in one place or several different
locations);
 Lifting radius.
Nesma Shall select cranes on the basis of the principles of risk assessment, selecting the best
option for each lifting operation based on the above factors.
4.6 Safe Working Load (SWL)
 Nesma Shall provide assurance that the Safe Working Load (SWL) of every item of
lifting equipment is known and clearly understood by lifting equipment operators and
signaler/slingers. SWL will be clearly marked on the lifting equipment in a prominent
position.
 Nesma Shall confirm that the SWL of every lifting accessory is clearly marked on the
lifting accessory or on a metal tag fixed securely to the lifting accessory. Any lifting
accessory without its SWL clearly marked on it will be removed from service.
 Nesma Shall make certain that lifting accessories are used in accordance with
manufacturer or supplier specifications. As the angle between legs on slings and chains
affects its capacity (SWL) Employers will make certain that lifting accessory safe angles
of use are clearly understood by signaler/slingers.
 Where it is known or suspected that the SWL of any lifting accessory has been
exceeded, Nesma Shall remove the lifting accessory from use until it has been
thoroughly examined by an approved third-party. An investigation will be conducted for
the event, and if found that the responsible person intentionally decided to use the said
lifting accessory, he shall be terminated from site immediately.

4.7 Safe Load Indicators

 Nesma Shall fit a safe load indicator which emits an audible warning when the crane
approaches its safe working load to every crane with a SWL of 1 ton or more.
 Safe load indicators will be clearly visible to the crane operator and calibrated to the
specific requirements of the crane.
 Nesma Shall consider using safe load indicators that prevent a crane from exceeding its
SWL by restricting the radius operation when the SWL is reached (often referred to as
automatic safe load indicators).

4.8 People Involved in the Lifting Operations

Lifting equipment will be operated only by authorized persons. Authorized persons will be
properly trained, competent and fully conversant with all aspects of safe operation of the lifting

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 equipment. In particular, they will be familiar with the controls and capabilities of the
equipment that they are to operate.
4.8.1 Crane operator
 Will be sufficiently mature to undertake the duties involved. It is recommended
that they are at least 25 years of age.
 Depending upon the type of lifting equipment, particular emphasis may need to
be paid to the following: Medical fitness for the purpose, which may include:
eyesight, hearing, reflexes, head for heights, Periodic medical examinations may
be necessary, Aptitude for judging distance, height and speed.
 Will have valid KSA driving / operator license.
 Will be trained, tested & certified by a competent third party.
 Will be physically capable of operating the controls efficiently without undue
fatigue.
 Have been trained sufficiently in the mechanics of his machine so as to be able
to carry out daily checks and weekly inspections.
 Have been trained in the hand-signaling system to be used and, where
necessary, in some other equally efficient signaling system, e.g. radio.
 Is familiar with any firefighting appliances fitted to the equipment.
 Is familiar with the emergency procedure and means of escape, where relevant.
4.8.2 Rigger
He is appointed wherever a crane is lifting to ensure that loads are correctly attached
to the lifting equipment. He shall be:
 Sufficiently mature to undertake the duties involved.
 Medically fit for the purpose which may include good: eyesight, hearing, reflexes,
head for heights, aptitude for judging distance, height and speed.
 Agile and strong enough to handle lifting accessories
 Trained in the general techniques of slinging tested & certified by a competent,
authorized third party.
 Capable of selecting lifting accessories which are suitable for the loads to be
lifted and able to identify defects
 Have a working knowledge of the safe working load(s) of the lifting equipment
4.8.3 Competent/Appointed Person/Logistic Supervisor
 Be present at site if any lift exceeding 9 tons is taking place.
 Have previous experience in the use of a similar type of crane and experience in
operating cranes or managing lifting operations in a supervisory role
 Trained in the general techniques of lifting operation.
 Experience is directly to the actual lifting equipment in operation.
 Ensure all lifting operations are planned and carried out in accordance to specific
control measures identified in the lifting plan.
 Ensure lifting plans are prepared and as regularly updated

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  Provide guidance and advice to signaler/slingers and lifting equipment operators
on the identified safe systems of works
 Ensure that a schedule of common lifts is developed detailing the means of lifting
common loads on the site;
 Develop procedure to ensure that where special lifts are undertaken
arrangements are in place to ensure that lifting operations can be carried out
safely.
 Inspect all lifting equipment and lifting accessories and declared safe and
appropriate for use.

4.9 Marking of Lifting Equipment

Lifting equipment (including accessories) with one fixed safe working load will be clearly
marked to indicate that safe working load (SWL). If the safe working load is dependent upon
the configuration of the machinery, the safe working load for each configuration will either be
marked on the machinery or kept with it. Accessories for lifting will be marked in such a way to
identify the characteristics necessary for their safe use. This may include fixing a tag to the
accessory which allows the user to identify the correct SWL for each configuration of the
accessory or marking on the accessory its own weight. Lifting equipment used for lifting
persons will be clearly marked that it is equipment for lifting persons. It will also be marked
with its SWL and with details of how many people it can carry. Any equipment not marked in
this way will not be used for lifting persons. When equipment is not suitable for lifting persons
but may be used to do so inadvertently, it will be clearly marked as not suitable for lifting
persons e.g. a goods hoist.
4.10 Wind Speed
Nesma will guarantee the following in consideration of wind speed:
 That an anemometer is available on each worksite, where cranes are used, to measure
wind speed. That the anemometer is fitted to the highest point of the crane where
reasonably practicable. Handheld anemometers will only be used as a secondary means
of measuring wind speed at ground level.
 That provisions are in place to determine wind direction.
 That the manufacturer or supplier specifications are available for each crane and that the
wind-off speed of each crane is communicated to the crane operator and appointed
person.
 To regularly obtain (at least daily) meteorological reports for the area where cranes are
being used for lifting operations.
 That lifting operations cease when the recorded wind speed reaches or gusts in excess
of 38 km/h.
 The rigger will be solely responsible to decide if a lift can be carried out or no.

4.11 Overhead Powerlines

There is an area surrounding every power line that is referred to as the absolute limit of
approach. It is strictly forbidden to move any crane boom or load line into this area unless the
line has been de-energized or insulated.

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 4.11.1 Encroachment Prevention Precautions
Any lifting operations that are within the distances referenced below (Table 1),
powerlines require an encroachment permit issued and approved by Saudi Electric
Company (SEC).
In the event a safe boundary needs to be established, the following encroachment
measures must be followed:
 Conduct a planning meeting with the crane operator and the other workers who
will be in the area of the equipment or load to review the location of the power
line(s), and the steps that will be implemented to prevent encroachment/
electrocution. When tag lines are used, they must be non-conductive and made
of 16mm Dry Natural Fiber Rope.
 Erect and maintain an elevated warning line, barricade, or line of signs equipped
with flags or similar high-visibility markings at the minimum clearance distance. If
the operator cannot see the elevated warning line, a dedicated spotter must be
used to signal the operator that the crane is passing the marked line.
 Additionally, you must use at least one of the following precautions: A proximity
alarm, a dedicated spotter, warning device, range limiter, or insulating link.
Line Voltage Minimum clearance distance
(nominal, kV, alternating current) (Meters)

Up to 50 3
Over 50 to 200 4.5
Over 200 to 350 6
Over 350 to 500 7.5
Over 500 to 750 10.5
Over 750 to 1000 13.5
Over 1000 (as established by the utility owner/ operator
or registered professional engineer who is a
qualified person with respect to electrical
power transmission and distribution).

Table 1: Variation of the Absolute Limit of Approach

NOTE: Once voltages have been identified, height restrictors (goal posts) must be
erected at both sides of the overhead lines to indicate the safe working distance.

4.12 The Lifting Operation

The conditions necessary to carry out a lifting operation safely will vary depending upon the
site-specific circumstances. These may vary from site to site or as circumstances change on a
single site. For simple and repetitive operations, a generic method statement may be suitable
although it must be reviewed periodically to ensure that it is still valid. The crane driver and
slinger / banksman have a generic method statement that applies to all the routine lifting
operations they are likely to carry out on that site.
This type of method statement may be in the form of a standard set of instructions which will
be followed before each lift is carried out. This type of method statement could be suitable for

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 simple procedures involving plant such as cranes lifting repetitive light loads well within their
safe working load at a fixed or well-defined number of locations. Responsibility for the day to
day implementation of a generic method statement may be delegated to the person using the
equipment e.g. the slinger/rigger.
It is important that this person has appropriate training, knowledge and experience and is
competent.
One-off or more complex lifts will be individually planned by a certified rigger (I, II, II
depending on the load weight, location, Condition of the area) and the site/project engineer.
The planning process is essentially the same as for routine operations but in this case the
decisions taken need to be set down in a specific method statement stating the key elements
of how the operation will be carried out. Lifting Equipment Safety Checklist will be used to help
assess the level of safety prior to and during a lifting operation.
The certified rigger will have the responsibility to plan the lift, prepare a lifting plan and update
it when required, provide advice and guidance to personnel involved in lifting operations,
supervise low risk lifts (rigger III) and ensure medium (rigger II) and critical lifts (rigger I) are
undertaken safely.
4.13 Collision of Lifting Equipment
Nesma shall ensure that where two or more pieces of lifting equipment are used within the
same radius measures are taken to prevent collision. The lifting plan will set out the working
procedures and all crane operators and riggers will be briefed on the specific arrangements.
4.14 Examination and Inspection
The purpose of thorough examination is to subject lifting equipment to an engineering-based
scrutiny at periodic intervals. A thorough examination may include visual examination, a strip
down of the equipment and functional tests. Advice will be sought from manufacturer’s
instructions and a competent person for guidance on what a thorough examination will be
included for each piece of equipment.
4.15 Thorough Examination and Testing
 Nesma shall ensure that all lifting equipment is thoroughly examined and tested at least
every 12 months.
 Nesma shall ensure that only approved third-party testing engineers are used to
thoroughly examine and test lifting equipment and thoroughly examine lifting
accessories.
 Nesma shall ensure that in the case where lifting equipment is used for lifting persons, it
will be thoroughly examined and tested at least every 6 months.
 Nesma shall will ensure that in the case of cranes with a variable radius a maximum
SWL test is carried out at least once in every 4 years in line with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
 Nesma shall ensure that cranes are thoroughly examined and tested before they are
brought into service after being erected in a new location or after a modification is made
to any structural component of the crane (adding jib sections to a crawler crane).
 Nesma shall ensure that lifting accessories are thoroughly examined by an approved
third-party engineer at least every 6 months and after exceptional circumstances which
are liable to affect the safety of the lifting equipment e.g. an accident, long periods out of
use or substantial modifications or repair.
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  Cranes will be visually inspected daily by crane operator and this inspection will be
recorded.

4.16 Inspection of Lifting Equipment and Lifting Accessories

 Nesma shall ensure that a register of all lifting equipment and lifting accessories in use is
maintained at each work site.
 Nesma shall ensure the following inspections are carried out:
 Daily visual inspections of lifting equipment carried out by the lifting equipment
operator in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations;
 Monthly detailed inspections of lifting equipment carried out by the lifting
equipment operator recorded formally in the lifting equipment inspection register;
 Daily visual inspections of lifting accessories carried out by the rigger or other
competent employee; and
 Monthly detailed inspections of lifting accessories carried out by the rigger or
other competent employee and recorded formally in the lifting accessory
inspection register.
 Nesma shall ensure that periodic inspections by the lifting equipment supplier / owner
are undertaken in accordance with the lifting equipment manufacturer’s
recommendations.

4.17 Excavators used as Cranes

Nesma shall guarantee the following with regards to excavators used as cranes:
 Any excavator used as a crane with a safe working load greater than one ton will have
check valves fitted to the boom and outward reach of the excavator arm;
 If used as a crane with a variable safe working load greater than one ton, the excavator
will be fitted with an automatic safe load indicator;
 Excavators used as cranes will be subject to annual thorough examination and testing
requirements;
 Lifting will only be carried out with the excavator arm in the outward reach mode only;
 Any excavator used as a crane will have the safe working load clearly marked on the
machine or displayed in the cab.
 Lifting operations will be permitted only from the certified lifting point of the excavator
boom. Under no circumstance are the teeth of an excavator’s bucket to be used to lift
loads.

4.18 Truck Mounted Mobile Crane (Boom Truck)

Nesma shall make the following certain with regards to the setting up and use of truck
mounted mobile cranes:
 Truck mounted mobile cranes will be set up on ground that is level, stable and
compacted;
 Where truck mounted mobile cranes are to be set up near excavations, culverts, made-
up-ground or close-by to building foundations a competent engineer will be consulted for
advice on crane location and control measures to be taken;

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  Outriggers and base plates will always be used with truck mounted mobile cranes in
accordance with the manufacturers operating manual;
 The area around the truck mounted mobile crane will be set up as an exclusion zone for
all unnecessary personnel;
 Control measures will be implemented to eliminate the risk of crushing persons between
the counter weight and any other surface during slewing operations;
 Truck mounted mobile cranes will never be used free-on-wheels to move loads around
the site unless specifically permitted and detailed in the manufacturer’s operating
manual;
 When left unattended, truck mounted mobile cranes will be switched off and the key will
be removed from the ignition to isolate the crane;
 Safe access for the truck mounted mobile crane operator will be provided and the area
around where the crane is used will be kept clear of obstruction;
 Windows and windscreen will be maintained in good condition. If any glass is broken,
the crane will be taken out of service until it has been repaired.

5 RECORDS AND FORMS

Documented record shall be filed in the project HSE office. It shall be maintained and must be
made available for auditing purpose at all times.

6 ATTACHMENTS
 NP-NEOM-OSH-PRO-11-Form 01 Lifting Equipment Checklist
 NP-NEOM-OSH-PRO-11-Form 02 Monthly Checklist for Shackles
 NP-NEOM-OSH-PRO-11-Form 03 Monthly Checklist for Slings
 NP-NEOM-OSH-PRO-11-Form 04 Lifting Plan
 NP-NEOM-OSH-PRO-11-Form 05 Critical Lifting Plan
 NP-NEOM-OSH-PRO-11-Form 06 Critical Lifting Plan Checklist

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