Management of Mechanical Lifting

occupational health & safety management system
Management of Mechanical Lifting

1st Section of 5 Summary
1.
Summary
1.1
A lifting operation is the vertical movement of a load and includes any associated
transporting or supporting of a load (including lifting, lowering, slewing, trolleying
or moving) by mechanical means, whether powered by hand or machine.
1.2
A large number of activities within Anglian Water involve lifting operations. These
can be as simple as using a pallet truck, using a lift in an office, or as complex as a
two crane lift of a silo.
1.3
A significant number of accidents are associated with lifting operations and lifting
equipment. While fatal accidents are rare, many accidents associated with lifting
operations have the potential to be fatal or to cause serious injury. They often
involve considerable financial loss due to damage of the lifting equipment, the load
or both.
1.4
The Management of Mechanical Lifting document describes how mechanical lifting

should be managed. It is mandatory for Anglian Water employees who supervise or
are involved in carrying out lifting operations.
1.5.
The document contains the following sections:
Summary (this document)

Policy
Procedure
Work Instruction
Supporting information
and associated links to:

Forms & templates
Training details
Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-SUM-01

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2nd Section of 5 - Policy
1.0 Policy
1.1
Training shall be provided for all employees carrying out mechanical lifting
operations as appropriate.
1.2
Only trained and authorised persons may manage, supervise or carry out lifting
operations.
1.3
All mechanical lifts must be carried out by a minimum of two persons unless a site
specific risk assessment determines otherwise.
1.4
For complicated or complex non routine lifts a supplementary site specific risk
assessment is required to identify and control any additional significant risks.
1.5
All items of lifting equipment (such as lifts, beams, pulley blocks, chains, slings etc)
shall be purchased from an approved supplier and notified to Anglian Waters
Contracted Inspector who will inspect each item of equipment at the statutorily
required interval. All purchases must be coordinated through a local Lifting Gear
Coordinator.
1.6
Only lifting equipment that has passed an inspection (where required) and is within
its inspection date may be used.
1.7
Suitable arrangements (i.e. load cell, slipping clutch or adequate safety factor) must
be in place for every lift to ensure that Safe Working Loads (SWL) are not exceeded.
1.8
Long-link lifting chain is NOT permissible for use in Anglian Water. Where chains
with welded links are used and/or fitted they must be of the short-link type.
1.9
No mechanical lifting operation shall be undertaken unless a mechanical lifting

checklist has been completed, and in addition for all non routine lifts, a site specific
task risk assessment completed and any required control measures implemented.
1.10 Any lifting operation requiring third party assistance shall be treated as a fully
contracted lift operation. The hiring of cranes is NOT permitted (with the exception
of Anglian Waters Groundwater Engineering Team who are permitted to hire
cranes).
Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-POL-01

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3rd Section of 5 Procedure
1.0
Purpose
1.1
To ensure all employees who are involved in mechanical lifting operations fully
understand their responsibilities in protecting the health and safety of themselves
and others so far as is reasonably practicable.
2.0
Scope
2.1
This procedure applies to all employees who are involved in mechanical lifting
operations but in particular:
managers responsible for those carrying out lifting operations ;
employees who may be required to undertake lifting operations (including
transport workshop technicians and forklift/telehandler operators);
Lifting Gear Coordinators;
Workplace designers;
Develop.
3.0
Definitions
Contract lift
Develop
Lifting
equipment
Lifting gear
coordinator
Lifting
operation
LOLER
Routine lift
Non routine
lift
Scafftag
SWL/WLL
Mgtmechlift
4.0
A lifting operation where the specialist contractor is fully responsible

for all aspects of the planning and execution of the lift and provides
specific insurance cover.
Anglian Waters contracted training provider.
Any equipment and accessories used for the purpose of lifting or
lowering a load.
A person/role appointed responsible for managing lifting equipment
purchases and records within a defined geographical area.
The action of lifting or lowering a load using mechanical equipment.
The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998.
Provides details of the statutory provisions for lifting operations.
Any lifting operation which is repeated frequently (i.e. at least once
per annum) under identical or very similar conditions by the same
people.
Any lifting operation carried out on a one-off/infrequent basis, or
carried out in conditions where the circumstances of the lift are
unusual and not within normal activities; and any lifting operation
involving more than one piece of lifting equipment (e.g. 2 cranes).
A marker that can be attached to a piece of lifting equipment or
accessory indicating the date of its last inspection and whether it was
safe to use when inspected.
Safe Working Load / Working Load Limit.
The Management of Mechanical Lifting.
Responsibilities
Business Unit Directors & Key Communicators shall:
Supporting
Information
a)
OH&S
responsibilities
ensure this procedure is applied to all relevant staff within your

business unit/area of responsibility.
Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-PRO-01

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Managers (who are responsible for managing any lifting operation)
shall:
a)
be briefed and familiar with the Mgtmechlift.
b)
have successfully completed an appropriate Anglian Water mechanical
lifting training course(s).
c)
ensure all employees who carry out or supervise lifting operations,
act as lifting gear coordinators or are transport workshop
technicians or forklift / telehandler operators are trained and
competent as appropriate.
d)
at least annually ensure all team members who are involved in lifting
operations are formally authorised as being competent, record in
their safety passport and keep separate records
e)
ensure that the Anglian Water task risk assessment process has been
completed confirming that all the basic controls are in place for lifting
operations on an annual basis.
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)
ensure that any lifting operation requiring third party assistance is

carried out as a fully contracted lift except Anglian Waters
Groundwater Engineering Team.
ensure a mechanical lifting checklist is completed for all lifting
operations and in addition for all non routine lifts ensure a site
specific task risk assessment is completed and the necessary controls
implemented before starting any lift.
for all contract lifts, ensure a planning for contract lift form is a)
completed with the contract lift contractor and b) copied and issued
to the contract lift contractor prior to the lifting operation
commencing.
ensure contract lift contractors have provided a detailed lifting plan
including a method statement and risk assessments for each specific
mechanical lifting operation.
ensure all lifting equipment is examined by a competent person as
required by LOLER.
ensure lifting equipment is only purchased and scrapped via the
appointed lifting gear coordinator.
ensure all lifting equipment is appropriately certificated and marked
with its SWL and inspection status (Scafftag/similar).
use the Lifting Hook Location System (formerly known as the blue
rope system) for submersible equipment where practicable.
ensure damaged (or suspected damaged) lifting equipment is taken
out of service immediately and notified to the lifting gear
coordinator and either destroyed or set aside for repair by a
competent person.
ensure any changes to this Mgtmechlift are briefed onto the relevant
staff and a record of that briefing is kept.

Supporting
information
Section 6.1
Section 6.1
Section 6.2
Section 6.3
Section 6.4
Section 6.5
Section 6.6
MTRA
Mechanical
Lifting
MTRA
Lifting
Pumps
Section 9.0
Section 8.2
Section 9.1
Section 9.1
Section 8.6
Section 8.7
Section 8.1
Section 8.3
Work
Instruction
Section 8.6
Section 7.1
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Employees (who are required to undertake lifting operations) shall:
NOT carry out any lifting operations, unless they are
trained/supervised, competent and authorised to operate the lifting
equipment provided for the task.
ensure they are familiar with the lifting equipment used and
highlight any training/competency issues with their manager.
for all lifts complete the mechanical lifting checklist and in addition for
all non routine lifts complete a site specific task risk assessment,
before starting any lift.
for all contract lifts ensure that a planning for contract lift form is
completed before starting any lift operation.
where the risk is unacceptable, postpone the lift operation until the
risk has been reduced to an tolerable level.
wear appropriate PPE for all lifting operations.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Lifting Gear Coordinators shall:

ensure all new lifting equipment is purchased from Anglian Water
approved supplier and ensure it is CE marked and the declaration of
conformity is received.
ensure all new lifting equipment has a SWL and unique reference
number clearly marked on it before allocating it out for use.
ensure all lifting equipment details are recorded on the SAP
database and our contracted competent person is advised.
keep the lifting equipment database up to date with copies of any
available certification held for the life of the component.
ensure all damaged (or suspected damaged) lifting equipment is
suitably marked and removed from use.
keep copies of all test certificates, details of any modifications or
repairs and thorough examination certificates for all lifting
equipment under their control.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Workplace designers shall:

a)
ensure that design considerations are taken into account for new or
refurbished assets.
Develop shall:
a)
carry out competency assessments and operate a three yearly recall

system for reassessments.
retain competency assessment records.
b)
5.0
a)
Supporting
Information
Section 6.3
Section 6.6
Section 6.3
Section 8.2
Section 9.0
None
Section 8.10
Supporting
Information
Section 8.7
Section 8.7
Section 8.7
Section 8.7
Section 8.7
Section 8.7
Supporting
Information
Section 8.5
Supporting
Information
section 6.0
None
Documentation / records kept

Records
Responsibility
Training, briefings and

authorisations
Line Manager
Minimum
retention period
6 yrs

Related
Information
Control of
records
procedure
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Records
Responsibility
b)
Lifting checklists
c)
Site Specific Risk Assessments
Checklist
Completer
Line Manager
d)
Completed request for contract

lift forms
Contractors lifting plan and
associated method statements
and risk assessments
Test certificates, details of any
modifications or repairs and
thorough examination
certificates for all lifting
equipment
e)
f)
Form Completer
Line Manager
Lifting Gear
Coordinator
Minimum
retention period
Minimum 28 days*
As defined on the
risk assessment
Minimum 28 days*
6 yrs
Lifetime of the
equipment
Related
Information
Control of
records
procedure
Control of
records
procedure
Control of
records
procedure
Control of
records
procedure
Control of
records
procedure
* In circumstances where any lift operation does not go according to plan, the identified
records shall be retained until any necessary investigation work is completed.

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4th Section of 5 Work Instruction
Using the Lifting Hook Location System (formerly known as Blue Rope)
1.0 Purpose
1.1
This work instruction explains the steps to be taken to enable the safe retrieval of
submersible equipment from wet wells and similar locations. This avoids the need
for in-situ lifting chains.
2.0 Scope
2.1
This work instruction applies to all Anglian Water employees who are required to
manage, supervise, carry out or provide support to the retrieval of submersible
equipment from wet wells and similar locations.
3.0 Definitions
lifting hook
locating system
(LHLS)
A system devised by Anglian Water to enable safe retrieval of

submersible equipment from wet wells and similar locations using a
purpose made C hook with line locating points.
4.0 Background
4.1
Although the Lifting Hook Location System was formerly referred to as Blue Rope,
there is no specific requirement for blue rope to be used. Other materials may be
used (e.g. braided stainless steel wire, plastic coated wire, washing line or similar).
The colour of such is equally unimportant.
5.0 Void Protection for Mechanical Lifting

5.1
The Health & Safety at Work Act, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
Regulations (LOLER) and the Work at Height Regulations create a legal duty to
prevent falls by protecting voids or openings.
Within Anglian Water, compliance is achieved through the fall prevention hierarchy
as outlined below, which must be followed:
OPTION 1 - PERMANENT EDGE PROTECTION

Usually fixed metal barriers
(Plastic barriers alone are NOT normally suitable - they only warn of
the presence of a void and do not prevent a fall into it).
OPTION 2 - GUARDSMAN/TECHNOCOVER TYPE COVER with

integral safety grid
The grid is designed to prevent falls and is NOT for standing on or
resting pumps or equipment on.
Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-WIN-01

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OPTION 3 - PORTABLE PUMP LIFTING/SAFETY GRID
The grid is designed to prevent falls and is NOT for standing on or
resting pumps or equipment on.
OPTION 4 - TASK SPECIFIC ON-SITE RISK ASSESSMENT

If none of the above options are available, a full site-specific task risk assessment must be
carried out. Control measures must ensure that people cannot fall into any unguarded
openings. The risk assessment must be signed off by an appointed person, (i.e. an
individual trained under Safe and Well and appointed to undertake Site Specific Task Risk
Assessments), or the site manager, who will be responsible for the strict adherence to the
control measures identified.
6.0 The Lifting Hook Locating System

The following 9 steps define how the Lifting Hook Locating System should operate.
Step 1
Attach C hook to block and tackle with a length
of suitable rope attached to the rear of the
hook.

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Step 2
Unclip one end of the LHLS from within the
well and attach the front eye of the C
hook.
Step 3
Lower the C hook into the well using the
block & tackle, do not connect to pump
handle at this point.

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Step 4
Before the lift commences check & calibrate
load cell.

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Step 5
Using LHLS & rope attached to
rear of C hook to guide you,
locate C hook in pump lifting
handle.
C hook in use
Rope on front
of C hook
Rope on back
of C hook
Pump
handle

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Step 6.
Lift pump through fall protection device (in
this case the portable fall protection grid).
Step 7
Set pump down on suitable surface (this should not be the well cover or the fall protection
device) & carry out required maintenance.

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Step 8
Return pump to well &
use the LHLS attached to
the rear of the C hook
(see picture), to remove
the C hook from the
lifting handle once the
pump is correctly seated.
C hook in use
Rope on front
of C hook
Rope on back
of C hook
Pump
handle

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Step 9
Pull existing rope, still attached to front of
C hook, up to the top of the well & clip LHLS
to suitable location.
7.0 PROBLEM SOLVER

6.1 Lifting Hook Location System & Rag
a) If you experience ragging problems following the fitment of nylon rope or similar,
you have two options:
1.
Clean the wet well to remove the rag.
2.
Try fitting wire instead (wire may still rag but with wire you can pull harder in
an attempt to free the wire from the rag. The plastic cable ties on the nylon
rope tend to snap if the rope is pulled too hard).
b) If you experience ragging problems following the fitment of wire, you have two
options:
1.
Clean the wet well to remove the rag.
2.
Fit chains to the pump and arrange for the contracted inspector to provide a
written scheme of examination.

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6.2 Karabiners
a) Some problems have been experienced using snap shut
Karabiners like the one shown opposite.
This type of Karabiner can catch during the lift, spring open
and attach itself onto the pump handle. This can lead to
snagging or even lifting the pump on the Karabiner as opposed
to the C hook.
b) To solve this lock shut Karabiners like the type shown opposite
should be used:

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5th Section of 5 Supporting Information
1.0 Contents
1.0
Contents.............................................................................................................................. 1
2.0
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 1
3.0
Definitions.......................................................................................................................... 2
4.0
What the Law Requires ..................................................................................................... 2
5.0
Hazards and risks ............................................................................................................... 4
6.0
Training and Competence................................................................................................. 4
6.1
Managers (who are responsible for managing any lifting operation):.................... 4
6.2
Lifting Gear Coordinators: ............................................................................................ 5
6.3
Persons supervising or carrying out lifting operations:.............................................. 5
6.4
Transport Workshop Technicians:................................................................................ 5
6.5
Forklift/Telehandler operators: .................................................................................... 5
7.0
Change/updates to the Management of Mechanical Lifting ........................................ 6
8.0
Controlling the risk............................................................................................................ 6
8.1
General requirements:................................................................................................... 6
8.2
Safe Systems of Work:................................................................................................... 6
8.3
Safe Equipment:............................................................................................................. 7
8.3.1 Tripods ............................................................................................................................ 8
8.3.2 HIABs.............................................................................................................................. 8
8.3.3 Fork Lift Truck and Telehandlers.................................................................................. 8
8.3.4 Man-Riding Equipment ................................................................................................. 8
8.3.5 Transport Workshop Lifting Equipment...................................................................... 8
8.4
Storage of Lifting Accessories....................................................................................... 8
8.5
Design Considerations for Mechanical Lifting (General) ........................................... 9
8.6
Maintenance of Equipment.......................................................................................... 9
8.7
Purchase and Scrapping of Lifting Equipment.......................................................... 10
8.8
Safe Working Environment......................................................................................... 10
8.9
Manual Handling of Loads.......................................................................................... 11
8.10 Provision of Personal Protective Equipment ............................................................. 11
9.0
Contract Lift Operations ................................................................................................. 11
9.1
Anglian Water responsibilities under Contract Lift Operations.............................. 12
9.2
Duties and responsibilities of the contract lift company ......................................... 12
9.3
Duties and responsibilities of Appointed Person/Crane Supervisor &
Slinger/Signaller ....................................................................................................................... 12
9.3.1 Appointed Person (AP)................................................................................................ 12
9.3.2 Crane Supervisor.......................................................................................................... 13
9.3.3 Slinger/Signaller ........................................................................................................... 13
10.0 Reference Documents and Related Procedures ............................................................ 13
10.1 Safe and Well Documentation: .................................................................................. 13
10.2 Standards and Specifications:..................................................................................... 13
10.3 Key legislation:............................................................................................................. 14
10.4 Useful information: ..................................................................................................... 14
11.0 Appendix 1 Glossary of terms...................................................................................... 15
2.0 Introduction
2.1 This section provides further guidance on managing mechanical lifting and also
supporting information to Section 3 - Procedure.
Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-SUP-01

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3.0 Definitions
Contract lift
A lifting operation where the crane owner is fully responsible

for all aspects of the planning and execution of the lift and
provides specific insurance cover.
Under contract lift
conditions Anglian Water still retains liabilities and must have
adequate Public Liability/Hired-in Plant Insurance in place at all
times.
Lifting equipment
Any piece of equipment and accessories used for the purpose

of lifting or lowering a load.
Lifting gear
coordinator
A person appointed
equipment purchases
geographical area.
Lifting operation
The action of lifting or lowering a load using mechanical

equipment.
LOLER
The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations

1998. Provides details of the statutory provisions for lifting
operations.
Routine lift
Any lifting operation which is repeated frequently under

identical or very similar conditions by the same people.
Non routine lift
Any lifting operation carried out on a one-off/infrequent basis,

or carried out in conditions where the circumstances of the lift
is unusual and not within normal activities; and any lifting
operation involving more than one piece of lifting equipment
(e.g. 2 cranes).
Scafftag
a marker that can be attached to a piece of lifting equipment

or accessory indicating the date of its last inspection and
whether it was safe to use when inspected.
Mgtmechlift
The Management of Mechanical Lifting.
responsible for managing lifting

and records within a defined
Further definitions are containing in Appendix 1 Glossary of terms
4.0 What the Law Requires

The main pieces of legislation and associated guidance that have implications for the
management of mechanical lifting are:
4.1
The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)

a) provides details of the statutory provisions for lifting operations . This is
supported by the British Standard Code of Practice on the Safe Use of Cranes:
BS7171, in particular Parts 1 and 3. Both these documents clearly define the
qualifications and duties of all persons involved.
b) extends the duties placed on employers for work equipment under the
Provisions and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 and must be read
in conjunction with those regulations.

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c) applies to all lifting equipment* designed to lift or lower loads, and includes its
attachments for anchoring, fixing or supporting the load. Load can include a
person, or persons.
* Examples of lifting equipment are:- Fork Lift Trucks, cranes, lifts & hoists, chains, slings,
hooks, shackles and eyebolts, passenger lifts, vacuum lifting crane, scissors lift, vehicle
inspection hoist, front-end loader on a tractor, loader crane on lorries, refuse vehicle
loading, vehicle recovery equipment and vehicle tail lifts.
LOLER 1998 briefly requires:
all lifting equipment should be safe to use and should be inspected regularly,
with records kept of the results of inspections;
all lifting operations must be planned and supervised as necessary for safety. A
written plan is required for complex tasks;
all persons carrying out lifting operations must be trained and competent to carry
out the work safely;
information regarding loads must be provided;
an EC declaration of conformity or original test certificate must be supplied with

the equipment.
LOLER 1998 also requires lifting equipment to be inspected in accordance with the
schedules provided and applies to
all lifting equipment on installation or taking into service for the first time
without a Declaration of Conformity;
all lifting equipment and accessories after any event, which may have caused
damage;
all equipment or accessories which are subject to a Written Scheme Of Examination.
The inspections must be carried out by a competent person and recorded. Defects must be
recorded and, where significant and likely to result in equipment failure, must be reported
to the Health & Safety Executive. The records may be stored electronically; however, any
equipment or accessory to be used on a site outside Anglian Waters control must be
accompanied by its current record and certificates (this is particularly relevant to hiab
type vehicles).
4.2
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

1995 require that:
4.3
any incident involving the failure of lifting equipment or lifting accessories,

overturning or collapse of load bearing parts of lifts and lifting equipment is
notifiable to the Health & Safety Executive.
The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require that:
the risks involved in doing all tasks must be assessed and controls must be put in
place to minimise all significant risks;
where a lifting procedure or safe system of work is provided, employees have a

duty to follow them.

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The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 require that:
4.4
any equipment provided is suitable and fit for the purpose for which it is used.
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 require that:
4.5
manual handling operations are avoided so far as is reasonably practicable;
a suitable and sufficient assessment is made for any hazardous manual handling
tasks which cannot be avoided;
reduce the risk of injury from those operations to the lowest level reasonably
practicable.
5.0 Hazards and risks

hazards
risks
lifting equipment failure

lifting accessory failure
heavy, awkward, hot, cold, sharp,

unstable loads
slips, trips and falls

swinging or slewing loads in high
winds
obscured vision of the load

poor ground conditions
load attachment point failure

overturning or overbalancing of lifting
equipment
muscle sprains, strains and musculoskeletal injuries
cuts and bruises

trapped fingers and toes
fatal or non-fatal crush injuries
falls from height
equipment damage
toxic and flammable gases
cable strike - electrocution
physical capabilities of the person

using mechanical equipment powered
by hand
physical capabilities of the person
using manual handling techniques
confined spaces
overhead cables
As with all hazards, having recognised that lifting operations will be carried out you
must ensure that adequate controls are put in place to minimise the risk of anyone being
harmed.
6.0 Training and Competence

6.1
Managers (who are responsible for managing any lifting operation):

Managers must have been briefed on the requirements of the Mgtmechlift by a
safety Adviser and successfully completed the:
HS062a Mechanical Lifting Operations Training Wastewater or HS062b Mechanical
Lifting Operations Training Water
AND
HS062d Managing Safe Lifting Operations

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In addition to the above Managers shall:
a) familiarise themselves with the Mgtmechlift by reading through it. The
Occupational Health and Safety team should be contacted if there are any queries,
or the manager is unclear of its requirements.
b) keep themselves up to date with any changes to the Mgtmechlift, which will be
communicated by the Occupational Health & Safety team.
6.2
Lifting Gear Coordinators:

Lifting Gear Coordinators shall be authorised (see 6.6) by their line manager must
have completed the HS062e Mechanical Lifting Familiarisation Course provided by
Develop/Lloyds British Training Ltd.
In addition to the above lifting gear coordinators shall (depending on role)
successfully complete the HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics course through
Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years:
6.3
Persons supervising or carrying out lifting operations:

All persons carrying out or supervising lifting operations shall be authorised (see
6.6) by their line manager and must have successfully completed the relevant course(s)
through Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years.
HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics
HS062a Mechanical Lifting Operations Training Wastewater
HS062b Mechanical Lifting Operations Training Water
HS062c Advanced Slinging
HS062d Managing Safe Lifting Operations
6.4
Transport Workshop Technicians :

Transport Workshop Technicians shall be authorised (see 6.6) by their line manager
and must have successfully completed the relevant course through Develop and
undertake refresher training every 3 years:
HS062f Lifting and slinging for workshop technicians
In addition to the above Transport Workshop Technicians shall successfully complete

the HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics course through Develop and undertake
refresher training every 3 years.
6.5
Forklift/Telehandler operators:
Forklift/Telehandler operators shall be authorised (see 6.6) by their line manager and
must:
have successfully completed specific training on the type of Plant they operate and
be deemed competent to use such equipment;
be certified by a licensed service provider and undertake refresher training every 3
years.
In addition to the above Forklift/Telehandler operators shall:
successfully complete the HS039 Manual Handling-Body Mechanics course

through Develop and undertake refresher training every 3 years;
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be regularly medically assessed as fit to drive such vehicles by being subject to a

formal health surveillance programme.
6.6 Authorisations:
a) Written authorisations for operating & maintaining cranes (inc. hiab type cranes)
and the use of all lifting equipment & accessories should be issued and
reviewed yearly by the employees line manger.
The requirements for
authorisation to be given are:
Managers own satisfaction with the persons demonstrable ability;
Satisfactory assessment of knowledge and application of the hierarchy of

lifting controls (where applicable).
b) Authorisations should be withdrawn from people who have not put training into
practise on a regular basis.
c) Authorisations should be recorded in safety passports and a separate record kept.
The Record of Authorisation/Appointment form may be used for this purpose.
7.0 Change/updates to the Management of Mechanical Lifting

7.1 Any changes and updates to the mgtmechlift shall be communicated to the business
from the Occupational Health and Safety team. Managers shall brief these changes
on to all relevant people and a record of that briefing kept. Safe and Wells Record of
employee briefing form shall be used for this purpose.
8.0 Controlling the risk

8.1
General requirements:
a) risk assessment is a fundamental part of Anglian Waters approach to ensuring
that the risks associated with mechanical lifting are fully identified and controlled.
b) the task risk assessment for mechanical lifting identifies in general terms, required
control measures to be implemented to ensure safe lifting. This must be made
team specific.
c) only lifting equipment that has passed an inspection and is within inspection
date may be used; this is indicated by a plastic tag known as a Scafftag showing
information about the equipment, which must include thorough examination date
and Anglian Water asset number. Inspections must be carried out by a competent
person and are normally part of a contracted inspection programme.
Note: Scafftags are the current recognised best practice, some areas of the
business may use other marking systems e.g. The Ground Water Engineering
Team use a colour coding system. The Safety Team must agree any other system
prior to its implementation.
d) users of electric (Lucas) mini-lifts located on vehicles will be trained on their safe
use, this shall be included in the Mechanical Lifting training see 6.0.
8.2
Safe Systems of Work:

a) managers are to ensure that the Anglian Waters risk assessment process has been
completed confirming that all the basic controls are in place for lifting
operations on an annual basis.

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b) all lifting operations shall be adequately planned by a responsible person. The
mechanical lifting checklist must be completed for this purpose. In addition for all
non-routine lifts a site specific risk assessment must be completed. If the lift
requires competencies beyond those of Anglian Water personnel then a contract
lift must be organised with a suitable competent contractor (see additional
information for contract lift in section 9.0).
c) all equipment selected to carry out the lift must be suitable for the lifting
operation and of sufficient strength. Equipment must be visually inspected prior
to use.
d) where there is the potential for forces to be exerted that are additional to the
weight of the item being lifted (e.g. break-out or frictional forces), suitable
controls must be implemented to control the risk of exceeding the Safe Working
Load (SWL) of the lifting equipment. In order of preference the following
hierarchy of controls must be followed:
1.
load cell set at 90% of the SWL of the lifting equipment;
2.
slipping clutch (or similar) set at 90% of the SWL;
3.
suitable safety factor:
8.3
for loads of up to 200kg use lifting equipment with a SWL of 500kg;

for loads greater than 200kg and less than 500kg ensure that the lifting
equipment has a SWL of least 1000kg;
for loads over 500kg ensure that the lifting equipment has a safety
factor of at least 2:1.
Safe Equipment:
a) all lifting equipment should be clearly marked with its SWL.
b) all lifting equipment must be to an approved EC standard, normally indicated by
a CE mark and a fixed identifier on the equipment. All lifting equipment must
be uniquely marked with a serial number or a batch number. Any equipment
supplied prior to the requirements for CE marking shall have a load test certificate
as proof of capability. The equipment will be deemed safe to use if Anglian
Waters contracted inspector has carried out (and passed) their thorough
inspection.
c) all lifting equipment must be Scafftagged or otherwise suitably identified and
within its defined inspection period - see 8.1 d) for details.
d) Inspections must be carried on all lifting equipment at planned intervals - see 8.6
d) for details.
e) for submersible lifting equipment the lifting hook location system must be fitted
and adopted where practicable - see Working Instruction for using Lifting Hook
Location System.
f) damaged equipment and accessories must be taken out of service immediately,
suitable marked and stored in an appropriate quarantine area to ensure the
equipment is not inadvertently used and either destroyed or set aside for repair by
a competent person. The Lifting Gear Co-ordinator and contracted inspector
must be informed and the SAP database updated.

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g) all lifting equipment shall be provided with manufacturers instructions and
manuals which should be made available to users where practical.
h) all lifting hooks must be fitted with safety catches. The permitted exception to
this is the C hook used for the Lifting Hook Location System.
8.3.1 Tripods
a) Tripods shall not normally be used for mechanical lifting or man riding purposes.
Where such use is unavoidable a site specific risk assessment must be undertaken.
Users must be specifically trained in their use.
8.3.2 HIABs
a) When using lorry mounted cranes (HIAB) and swing lifts specific training must be
provided and the mechanical lifting checklist used for each lifting operation.
8.3.3 Fork Lift Truck and Telehandlers
a) Fork Lift Trucks and Telehandlers must only be used in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations, with purpose designed attachments where
necessary.
b) Fork Lift Trucks and Telehandlers can be used in conjunction with additional lifting
accessories provided a site specific risk assessment has been undertaken.
8.3.4 Man-Riding Equipment
a) Man-riding equipment must be inspected by a competent person at no greater
than 6 monthly intervals.
b) All man-riding harnesses must be checked prior to use.
c) When man-riding equipment is used to lower people below ground level a second
means of escape/egress must be provided i.e. a ladder.
d) All man-riding equipment must have a fail safe drive to lower loads safely to point
of rest.
e) When a man-riding cage or a mobile elevated work platform is used as a means of
entry the occupants must wear a safety harness and secure themselves to cage
during the access and egress process.
f) General lifting equipment is designed with a safety factor of 1 to 5, man-riding
equipment must have a safety factor of 1 to 10.
8.3.5 Transport Workshop Lifting Equipment
a) Workshop lifting equipment must be inspected by a competent person at no
greater than 6 monthly intervals - see 8.6 d) for details.
8.4
Storage of Lifting Accessories

a) Lifting accessories should be stored in a dry and clean environment, preferably
suspended from a hook and in all cases kept clear of the ground.

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8.5
Design Considerations for Mechanical Lifting (General)

a) All new lifting installations must be designed in accordance with the requirements
of the Management of Construction (inc. design) and be proof load tested and
certificated by a competent person.
b) lifting equipment must and be of adequate strength and stability for the
intended load.
c) Suitable access arrangements must be in place to allow safe transfer of the load to
and from the lifting point.
d) Where chains with welded links are used/fitted they must be of the short-link type.
Long-link chain is NOT permissible for use in Anglian Water.
e) All lifting equipment must be certified that it is suitable and safe for its intended
purpose - see 8.7 d).
8.6
Maintenance of Equipment
a) all equipment must be regularly serviced in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions.
b) any equipment that is not fit for use, could cause harm (or there is any doubt as to
its condition) must be removed from service immediately it is identified or
suspected.
c) copies of all test certificates, details of any modifications or repairs and thorough
examination certificates for all equipment must be held on behalf of Anglian
Water by the contracted inspector.
d) Inspections must be carried out by a competent person, for Anglian Water the
competent person shall be the contracted inspector. If the equipment is outside
the inspection period the Scafftag (or other suitable unique marker) must be
removed and the equipment taken out of service, suitably marked and stored in
an appropriate quarantine area to ensure the equipment not inadvertently
used. Inspection periods are:
not greater than 6 months for all accessories (i.e. slings, shackles, chains), manriding equipment, passenger lifts and workshop equipment;
not greater than 12 months for all other lifting equipment;
as per written scheme of examination if applicable;
chains on submersible equipment (where provided) must be inspected in

accordance with the written scheme of examination and Scafftagged.
e) any items of lifting equipment not tagged with a Scafftag or where the tag is
showing DO NOT USE must be removed from service (where practicable).
f) fibre slings and ropes cannot be repaired or maintained and must be disposed of.
If there is doubt as to their continued fitness for use and the Lifting Gear
Coordinator informed.
g) all fibre slings, ropes and strops will have a maximum working lifespan of 5 years
from first use (they maybe stored in their original packaging for a maximum of 2
years).
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8.7
Purchase and Scrapping of Lifting Equipment

Anglian Water uses many items of lifting equipment; to ensure that these are
managed safely:
a) equipment and accessories must be purchased through a appointed Lifting Gear
Co-ordinator in accordance with Anglian Waters purchasing policies
arrangements as required by Supply Chain Management.
b) all new lifting equipment must have a SWL marked on it. It must be allocated a
unique serial or batch number. In addition each item must have an EC Declaration
of Conformity or Test Certificate.
c) all lifting equipment must be recorded on the SAP database and the Anglian
Water contracted inspector advised of its location and provided with the test
certificate or its EC declaration of conformity. All new equipment must be
Scafftagged (or suitably marked) as soon as practicably possible.
d) new lifting equipment (accessories or installations) must only be used provided a
valid test certificate and/or a EC declaration of conformity is available. The
Anglian Water contracted inspector must be notified of new equipment and
provided with a copy of the test certificate and EC declaration of conformity to
ensure it is registered. The equipment will then be inspected and Scafftagged
(or suitably marked within 6-12 months depending on the equipment see 8.6 d)
above.
e) where lifting equipment is provided as part of a construction contract (adopted,
new build or refurbishment) certification must be provided that the lifting
equipment is deemed suitable and safe for its intended use by a competent
person prior to use (i.e. load testing). In addition all such lifting equipment
must be recorded on the SAP database, Scafftagged (or suitably marked) and the
Lifting Gear Co-ordinator notified.
f) if lifting equipment are taken out of service permanently they must be recorded
on the SAP database and the relevant Lifting Gear Co-ordinator informed.
g) all lifting equipment permanently removed from service must be safely disposed
of to prevent further use.
8.8
Safe Working Environment

a) all working environments must be assessed by the person controlling the lifting
operation and safety exclusion zones identified. For most lifting operations in
Anglian Water this can be achieved by completing the mechanical lifting checklist
prior to the lift.
b) all openings and voids must be protected. In order of preference the following
hierarchy of controls must be followed:
1. permanent fixed guardrails/barriers (sufficient to prevent falls). Plastic
barriers are not suitable;
2. fixed cover with integral safety grid (Technocover/Guardsman);
3. portable pump lifting/fall protection grid;
4. site specific risk assessment identifying suitable and sufficient control
measures.

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For further details see Work Instruction.
c) the working environment must be free from obstructions or hazards which might
adversely affect the lifting operation or the persons carrying it out.
d) sufficient and adequate lighting (natural, fixed or mobile) must be available for
the duration of the lifting operation.
e) when using cranes or other large portable equipment a check must be made for
all overhead electrical services and suitable control measures implemented.
f) where heavy lifting equipment is to be used, consideration must be given to
buried services and poor ground conditions.
g) work in the highway must be guarded and signed in accordance with the
guidance provided under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991.
8.9
Manual Handling of Loads

Many lifting procedures carried out in Anglian Water involve the use of manually
powered lifting equipment and lifting aids. Additionally, most mechanical lifting
operations will require some manual handling of the load, either when connecting
the load or whilst maneuvering it. Where this is the case, the individual must consider
their personal capability and training limitations.
a) mechanical assistance should be provided wherever possible to avoid manual
handling tasks
b) people must receive suitable training and information in the use of any equipment
provided see 6.0.
c) all lifting aids must be regularly maintained and defects rectified as soon as
possible
8.10
Provision of Personal Protective Equipment
a) safety footwear must be worn when lifting heavy objects.

b) safety helmets must be worn for all lifting operations.
c) wherever possible, suitable gloves for the type of load should be worn especially if
the load has sharp edges, slippery surfaces or has any attribute that has the
potential to weaken a person's grip or injure their hands.
9.0 Contract Lift Operations

9.0.1
Contract lift operations must not be confused with crane hire.

explanation to clarify the differences is detailed below:
A simple
Crane hire - Anglian Water are fully responsible for the planning, supervision,
insurance of all equipment (including the crane) and ensure a safe system of
work is implemented.
Contract lift - the crane company/Appointed Person is fully responsible for the
planning, supervision, insurance of all equipment (including the crane) and
ensure a safe system of work is implemented.
Anglian Water will only use contract lifts (except the Ground Water Engineering
Team who are permitted to hire cranes).

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For all contract lifts a planning for contract lift form must be completed and
competent lifting contractors appointed.
9.1
Anglian Water responsibilities under Contract Lift Operations

Managers and operatives must ensure that when preparing for a contract lift:
9.2
a)
they are trained in mechanical lifting see 6.0.
b)
they assess the load, task and environment and gather all necessary information
to complete the planning for contract lift form.
c)
all equipment provided under the contract has a current test certificate.
d)
the contract lift provider produces a lifting plan, risk assessment and method
statement prior to the lift taking place. On completion of the lift, the plan shall
be retained with the site information where the lift may be repeated in the
future.
e)
a site access authorisation and permit-to-work is completed and issued to the

contractor before lifting begins.
f)
when arranging the contract lift the responsibilities for provision of the crane,
operator, crane supervisor, Appointed Person and a banksman/slinger are
agreed by all parties.
f)
if necessary, obtain further information on contract lifts by reading the relevant

sections of BS7121 (British Standard Code of Practice for the safe use of cranes).
Duties and responsibilities of the contract lift company

a) The contract lift company must provide an overall lifting plan that should include
a site inspection, risk assessment and a method statement or safe system of work
prior to any lift taking place.
b) The contract lift company must provide evidence of:
9.3
1.
competence of the operator;
2.
competence of the slinger/signaller if provided by them;
3.
competence of the Appointed Person if provided by them;
4.
the last thorough examination and inspection of all the equipment including
the crane and accessories to be used in the lifting operation;
5.
adequate insurance cover for the work and for the equipment to be lifted
(this is normally at least 2,000,000 for their general liabilities but where the
value of the equipment is very high (over 10,000), a separate insurance
policy may be required at the client's expense).
Duties and responsibilities of Appointed Person/Crane Supervisor &

Slinger/Signaller
9.3.1 Appointed Person (AP)

a) the AP is the person given the authority by the contractor to assess, plan and
organise the work; to select suitable plant and equipment, ensuring it has been
adequately inspected and maintained; to provide instruction and supervision for
the work to be undertaken safely; and to stop the work whenever he or she
considers danger likely to arise if it were to be continued.
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b) the AP shall be suitably qualified and must carry identification and proof of
qualification/competence. An AP would need to be requested for complex lifts,
lifts involving multi-lift points, dual crane operations and double handling lifts and
complex slinging operations.
9.3.2 Crane Supervisor
a) A Crane Supervisor is the person who supervises the lifting operation within the
safe system of work developed by the AP and has the authority to stop the
operation if they deem it is unsafe to continue. The crane supervisor adopts the
role of the AP in non-complex vertical lifting operations
A crane supervisor would be requested for:
1. all contracted lifting operations
2. straightforward non-complex lifting operations
3. lifting man riding cages or boatswains chairs
9.3.3 Slinger/Signaller
a) A Slinger/Signaller is the person who is trained, certified and competent to carry
out the determination of appropriate visual pre-use check of lifting accessories as
specified by the AP.
A slinger/signaller has the following duties:
1.
attaching the load to the crane correctly and in accordance with the lifting
plan;
2.
giving the appropriate signals to the crane operator for the lifting,
transferring and positioning of the loads in a safe manner;
3.
detaching the load from the crane;
4.
ensuring that the lifting accessories are stored correctly and reporting any
defects.
Note: The slinger/signaller may also act as the Crane Supervisor on simple lifts if
they are competent and have been instructed to do so by the Appointed Person.
10.0 Reference Documents and Related Procedures

The following reference documents and related procedures apply:
10.1
Safe and Well Documentation:

The Management of Hazard Identification & Risk Control
Model Task Risk Assessment for Mechanical Lifting
Planning for Contract Lift
Mechanical Lifting Checklist
Site Specific Risk Assessment Template for all Non Routine lifting operations (only
available in hard copy format).
10.2
Standards and Specifications :
OHSAS18001:1999 - Clause 4.3.1 Planning for hazard identification, risk

assessment and risk control;

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10.3
OHSAS18001:1999 - Clause 4.4.6 Operational Control
BS7121 British Standard Code of Practice for the safe use of cranes
Key legislation:
10.4
The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998

The Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
The Management of Health and Safety Regulations 1999
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
Useful information:
Health & Safety Executive Website http://www.hse.gov.uk
Including guide to LOLER explained HSE Guide to LOLER

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11.0 Appendix 1 Glossary of terms
Anglian Water
Groundwater
Engineering Team
a Anglian Water team with specialist knowledge in well-drilling,

operating under their own procedures. Their prime function is
to drill and prove wells rather than to maintain pumps. They
operate specialist lifting equipment.
appointed person
a person having the experience, formal training and knowledge

to control lifting activities. They have the necessary skills
required to assess, plan and organise the work; to select suitable
plant and equipment, ensuring it has been adequately
inspected and maintained; to provide instruction and
supervision for the work to be undertaken safely; and to stop
the work whenever they consider danger likely to arise if it
were to be continued.
borehole pump
a pump so designed as to operate when the pump casing and its

associated delivery pipes are submerged in the fluid to be
pumped. Normally, the pump and casing are inside a lined
borehole shaft.
a mark affixed to a piece of equipment or installation indicating
that it has been manufactured to European Standards for
safety, and that the equipment may be used safely for its
designed purpose.
CE marking
competent person
(contracted
inspector)
a person having appropriate practical and theoretical

knowledge and experience of the lifting equipment to be
examined, which will enable them to detect defects or
weaknesses and to assess their importance in relation to the
safety and continued use of the lifting equipment.
davit
a lifting device designed to operate from a single socket or

other means of connecting it to a base.
A birth certificate for a piece of equipment. To be kept for its
full working life.
declaration of
conformity
fall protection grid
gantry
hiab
a portable grid placed over an open chamber to prevent

persons falling into the void. To be used for all operations
other than pump lifting (unless identified as a control measure
from a site specific risk assessment) e.g. tanker work, high
pressure jetting and Mechanical & Electrical maintenance
operations.
a fixed rail supported by legs or other means and capable of
having a lifting device secured to the rail so that the device may
traverse the rail with a load supported from it.
a Finnish company that has become the global market leader in
on road load handling solutions. The term hiab has now
become a generic term for any goods vehicle fitted with a selfpowered lifting device used to load and unload the vehicle. The
lifting device may have a number of functions, such as a grab or
pallet handler, as well as basic lifting use.

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lifting accessory
any piece of equipment used to attach a load to a piece of

lifting equipment e.g. chains and strops.
lifting hook locating

system (formally
known as blue rope)
a system devised by Anglian Water to enable safe retrieval of

submersible equipment from wet wells and similar locations
using a purpose made C hook with line locating points.
lifting plan / risk

assessment
a written record of the information needed to ensure the lift is

carried out safely. The information includes the equipment, the
persons, the level of training required, the load, location, safe
conditions and any other relevant information.
a vehicle mounted crane capable of travelling under its own
power, whose sole purpose is lifting operations.
a portable grid placed over open chamber to prevent persons
falling into the well during a pump lift. The grid is hinged and
allows the pump to be lifted out of the well.
a person having sufficient training, knowledge and experience
to carry out or supervise lifting activities.
mobile crane
pump lifting
protection grid
responsible person
safe working load
submersible pump
test certificate
thorough
examination of
lifting equipment
tripod (or quadpod)
working load limit
written scheme of
examination
Safe Working Load (SWL) should be stamped or written on all

items of lifting equipment. This must never be exceeded when
carrying out a lifting operation. The SWL may also now appear
on new equipment as Working Load Limit (WLL).
any pump (excluding borehole pumps) so designed as to
operate when the pump casing and its drive mechanism are
wholly or partly submerged in the fluid to be pumped.
test certificate provided by equipment supplier or installer for
all lifting equipment pre-1992.
a legally required examination of lifting equipment or
accessories carried out in accordance with the Lifting Operations
and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998.
a freestanding lifting device having 3 legs (quadpods have 4
legs) joined at the top and capable of supporting a load.
Working Load Limit (WLL) is the maximum load that can be
lifted by an item of equipment under conditions specified by
the manufacturer (see also SWL).
a legally acceptable alternative Scheme of Examination which
can be used where the LOLER 1998 Examinations are not
appropriate or not practicable.

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Management of Mechanical Lifting Lifting Checklist

Work Activity:
Site Name:
Location on Site:
weight:
breakout weight:
a. For all lifts - preparing for the lift:
Is appropriate PPE being worn for the lift, by all parties involved? i.e.
hard hat, gloves, overalls, safety footwear, high visibility jackets.
Is the lifting equipment adequate for the anticipated load?
Have pre-use checks been carried out on the lifting equipment?
Is all the lifting equipment suitably marked (Scafftagged etc.) and in
date?
Has the load been isolated from electrical / mechanical attachment?
Can the load be manoeuvred to a safe position on site?
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
If the answer to any of the above questions is No, STOP work and seek guidance
b. For all lifts - planning for the lift:
Are you confident that due consideration has been given to the shape,
No
Yes
dimension and balance of the load?
Have the weather conditions been taken into account?
Yes
No
Does suitable lighting exist, either natural or artificial?
Yes
No
Are ground conditions and working area suitable for the lift?
Yes
No
Confident that no underground or overhead cables/plant pose a hazard?
Yes
No
Can the lifting equipment be erected or positioned safely?
Yes
No
Can the load be slewed safely?
Yes
No
Does the lifting area have a suitable cordon?
Yes
No
If the answer to any of the above questions is No, STOP work - a site specific task risk
assessment MUST be carried out
c. For lifts from wells:
Are fall protection arrangements adequate for this lift?

No
Yes
The hierarchy of control is as follows:
Yes
No
A. Permanent fixed barriers...
Yes
No
B. Fixed cover with integral grid (e.g. Technocover/Guardsman).
No
C. Portable lifting grid............ Yes
A, B or C must be yes. If not, STOP WORK, - a site specific task risk assessment will be
required for this additional significant hazard
d. For lifts where breakout forces exist:
A. Can a load cell or slipping clutch be used throughout the lifting

No
Yes
operation?
B. If not, is there an adequate safety factor of at least 2:1?
Yes
No
A or B must be yes. If not, STOP WORK, - a site specific task risk assessment will be
required for this additional significant hazard
e. For all lifts:
Details of any unforeseen problems/events:
Work order number:
SAP number:
The person planning this lift is:
Date:
Time:
The completion of this checklist is mandatory for all lifting operations. A site specific
task risk assessment may also be required.
Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-TEM-01
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cannot be guaranteed. Any users who a) identify potential changes or improvements to this template or b) require
additional information regarding this document should contact the occupational health & safety team.
Management of Mechanical Lifting - Planning for Contract Lift

Anglian Water site
owner:
Anglian Water site
representative:
Contact telephone no.:

Contact telephone no.:
Contractor requirements & names:
Date lift required:

Appointed Person: Y/N
Crane Supervisor: Y/N
Slinger/Banksman: Y/N
Site and load specific information to be provided to and discussed with the appointed person who is planning the lift
Site address:
Access restrictions
(to include width, height and loading):
LOAD INFORMATION
LIFTING POINT RESTRICTIONS
Certified Lifting Points?

Identified centre of gravity?
Likely slinging difficulties?
Sharp edges?
Previous lifting history?
Approximate known weight?
Adequate lay-down area/location?
Other identified hazards? (specify):
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
Information to be completed on the

Has a review of the above information taken place?
YES/NO
Has a site access authorisation / permit to work been issued?

(Check risk assessments/method statements/contract lift plan)
Has a site induction been carried out?
Anglian Water
Representative:
Signature:
YES/NO
YES/NO
Proximity hazard?
Overhead power lines?
Other overhead obstacles?
Underground services & voids, incl. drains & cellars?
Proximity to excavations?
Recently backfilled trenches?
Unsafe/soft ground?
Sewage / sludge?
Hazardous chemicals / materials?
Vehicle movements?
Load slung to vehicle?
Environmental hazards?
Other hazards identified?
(specify i.e. low flying aircraft)
day of the lift, PRIOR to commencement
Have the contractor requirements detailed above been
provided?
Has the lifting area been cordoned off and all personnel and
vehicle movements been restricted?
Has all relevant COSHH information been provided to the
contractor?
Print name
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
YES/NO
Date:
If you have answered YES to all questions in this lower box, the lift may continue.
If not, STOP working and contact the site owner or manager responsible for guidance DO NOT CONTINUE
Document Reference: Mechanical Lifting-TEM-02
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site specific task risk assessment
For all hazards unable to be controlled fully by a model task risk assessment (MTRA)
site:
task:
assessors name:
signature:
date:
site manager:
which model task risk assessment is
this in addition to:
hazard(s) not adequately
activity
controlled by MTRA
additional control measures to be implemented
EXAMPLE
risk rating (LxS) for task with additional controls in place:
is this tolerable?
YES
proceed with task

STOP - do not proceed. Identify further control measures or
seek advice
NO
expiry date*:
*If the required control measures are time limited, please specify an expiry date for this site specific task risk assessment.
action plan:
By when
what additional
controls can be
implemented to
further reduce the
risk permanently?
White copy given to person carrying out task and filed on site in blue box. Pink copy to line manager, yellow
copy retained in book
risk rating tool

likelihood
(L)
very unlikely
unlikely
likely
very likely
almost certain
severity (S)
no effect or
trivial
minor injury
or illness
lost time injury or

illness
major injury or
illness
fatal or
disabling
injury or illness
risk rating
(L x S)
1-5
LOW
TOLERABLE no further
action required
6-12
MED
REDUCE introduce further

controls and/or monitoring
specified above
13-25
HIGH
INTOLERABLE stop
process or activity until
further controls are in
place

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