METHOD STATEMENT

CRANE HIRE PROVIDING A CONTRACT LIFT SERVICE IN COMPLIANCE WITH BS7121 PARTS 1 & 3 AND LOLER REGULATIONS
CLIENT: Elliott Group CONTACT: Maurice Kennett SITE: Lympstone Church Ring School, School Hill, Lympstone, Exmouth, EX8 5JY CONTRACT: TEL: 07773 318116 FAX: DATE OF OPERATION: TBA PREPARED BY/ APPOINTED PERSON Mobile/Home Phone No CPCS number Date Mike Kidd Signature 07768 242064 00158311/1 28th September 2011

INTRODUCTION
1.1 It is the aim of this Method Statement to define and describe the equipment and safe procedures which are to be employed by Sparrow Crane Hire Limited to carry out lifting operations in accordance with the following:

LEGISLATION
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

APPROVED CODES OF PRACTICE

BS7121 Safe Use of Cranes part 1 General 2006 BS7121 Safe Use of Cranes part 3 Mobile Cranes 2000

Other
CPA Standard Terms and Conditions for a contract for the Lifting Movement of Goods Involving Crane Operation

1.2.

THE APPOINTED PERSON The Appointed Person who has prepared this Method Statement carries full responsibility for the safe completion of all works carried out during the operation. It is the responsibility of the Appointed Person to ensure that the Lift Supervisor is adequately briefed on the contents of this Method Statement.

1.3

THE LIFT SUPERVISOR Prior to the commencement of the works The Lift Supervisor must ensure that all site personnel are adequately briefed on the contents of this Method Statement. This briefing shall take the form of a short Toolbox Talk. The Lift Supervisor must liaise with the Appointed Person should site circumstances require material change to the methods to be employed during the operation.

1.4 BRIEF SCOPE OF WORK:

To lift a 3 bay modular building from transport and place onto prepared base.

1.5

LIFT CLASSIFICATION
BASIC LIFT STANDARD LIFT X COMPLEX LIFT

THE SITE 2.1 SITE INFORMATION

Area to be clear for crane set up Good Yes to be lowered/ removed by Elliotts. Trackway supplied by Elliotts. None visible None visible Client None None Controlled by client

Enabling Works required by client/others Access/Egress Overhead Cables/obstructions Ground Conditions where crane is to work Underground Services Underground Voids/Vaults Traffic Management performed by Local Authority concerned Road Closure details Permit Times

Client shall provide: Safe access and egress (traffic management, where required) for the delivery of the crane, support vehicles and personnel. Other site activities should not impede on the access routes and working area of the crane etc. Firm, level ground to enable the crane and its support vehicles to travel and safely set up in position. A clear level hard standing area for the crane capable of withstanding the anticipated outrigger loads to be imposed as detailed in this Method Statement. Their Risk Assessment document which identifies any hazards (environmental or other) that may be present within the works area. All necessary information, relating to ground conditions. Confirmation of the location, of any underground services or vaults/voids in the agreed crane position(s). This is in accordance with BS7121 (part 1). Personnel required to carry out mechanical installation/removal of the equipment being lifted. 2.2

PERSONNEL
Sparrow scope includes supply of the following personnel: Lift Supervisor Name 1 Crane Operator(s) (Number only) 1 Slinger/Signaller (Number only)

THE LIFT
3.1 DETAILS OF THE LIFT(S)

INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE CLIENT

LIFT 1 Modular building section Description of item 7.3 L x 2.8 W x 3 H Dimensions 4.5 tonnes maximum Weight none Lifting points central Centre of gravity LIFT RADIUS n/a Distance: Centre of crane to building 2 metres Height of lift n/a Distance of lift into building 18 metres Lift radius LIFT 2

LIFT WEIGHTS
4.5 tonnes Weight of lift 0.2 tonne Weight of hook block 0.1 tonne Estimated weight of tackle 0.2 tonnes Safety facture for fly jib hoist rope etc N/A Weight of s/lift stowed on base section of boom 5 tonnes. Gross lift weight/capacity required

3.2 GENERAL INFORMATION Describe any unusual or notable features of this lifting operation:

THE EQUIPMENT 4.1 CRANAGE

Grove GMK 3050 50 tonne Make & Type 31 metres Main Boom Length Counterweight Fly Jib Luffing Fly Jib 6200 x 6625 mm Outrigger Base no Short Rigged 12 tonnes Hook Block SWL Standard Outrigger Mats 1 m/2 minimum Additional Mats 4.2 Crane Capacity yes 10.5 tonnes n/a n/a at n/a degree offset

Lift 1
5.2 tonnes SWL of Crane 18 metres Radius

Lift 2

Outrigger Loads Lift 1

28 tonnes Maximum Outrigger Point Load 7.5 m/2 Mat Area Provided 3.74 tonnes m/2 Resulting Ground Pressure Note: Client is responsible for ensuring that the ground conditions are suitable to accept the calculated loadings and pressures shown above. SIGNED ON BEHALF OF CLIENT: Signature PRINT NAME IN BLOCK CAPITALS Lifting Tackle 2 x 2 leg chains, minimum length 6 metres, minimum swl 3 tonnes per set. 2 x webbing slings, miniomum length 10 metres, minimum swl 4 tonnes per sling.

Lift 2

- All lifting tackle certification to be available on site. - The Lift supervisor shall inspect all tackle prior to every day use. - Any tackle supplied by client to be fit for purpose, fully certified and in good condition.

- Any damaged tackle item shall be marked NOT FOR USE and returned to depot for disposal. - Nylon slings must be protected from sharp corners using timber or other suitable packing.

WEATHER CONDITIONS
5.1 The maximum wind speed in which this operation can take place is. 9metres per second The maximum wind speed when man riding duties are performed is 7.0m/sec. Note that local conditions and safety of personnel may dictate that the Lift Supervisor and Crane Operator(s) have to stop lifting operations at a lower wind speed that specified above. Lifting operations must stop during storms, or when there is a risk of lightning strikes. COMMUNICATIONS 6.1 Communication between Lift Supervisor and Crane Operator shall be maintained by means of: Hand Signals Second Banksman 7.1 OWNERS OF CRANE X X Two-Way Radios by Two-Way Radios by Client

INITIAL CONDITIONS 8.1 The working area must be cleared to allow the crane assembly and lifting operations to take place in a safe manner without endangering miscellaneous personnel, not directly involved in the lifting operations. All enabling works (by client/others) to be completed prior to crane arrival. All personnel not directly concerned with the lift must keep out of the crane assembly and rigging areas. If necessary the working area should be cordoned off or otherwise secured against personnel entry. The Lift Supervisor shall make himself known to all personnel, (client, other sub-contractors on site), and conduct a toolbox talk prior to commencing operations. Under no circumstances shall the crane be moved for lifting purposes if not under instruction for the Lift Supervisor. All cranes to be left unattended for a period shall be left in safe condition (jib retracted or laid down if possible) with no load on the crane hook. Cranes shall be shut down and isolated as per manufacturers instructions, secured and locked.

8.2

8.3 8.4 8.5

Note: An exclusion zone around crane will be in place with barrier tape or temporary
fencing to prevent pedestrians or other contractors entering the lifting area. CERTIFICATION 9.1 Copies of statutory test certification and inspection reports will be available for inspection, prior to any lift taking place

LIFT PROCEDURE
10.1 10.2 Date not known crane together with associated labour and tackle will arrive on site at approximately hours on . Lifting supervisor will meet client representative and carry out toolbox talk with all personnel involved in the lifting operation. When this has been completed all involved in the lifting operation must sign the register. Crane to (drive/reverse) into position under the control of Slinger/Signaller as shown on drawings, which are included within the Method Statement. Crane will rig up on (main boom) as per manufacturers operations manual which will be adhered to at all times. All personnel assisting with rigging/de-rigging of crane to be under crane operators guidance at all times. Upon completion of rigging the crane the operator will telescope the main boom out to 31 m. The operator will lower the hook block to ground level. Lifting tackle for executing lift will be placed on hook and checked as correct by Lift Supervisor Hook of crane hoisted into air.

10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 10.7 10.8 10.9

10.10 Crane will now be slewed over item to be lifted and lifting tackle attached . 10.11 Slinger/Signaller will now instruct operator by means of hand signals or two-way radios to slowly hoist up to take the slack out of the tackle. 10.12 Slinger/Signaller will now plumb boom head of crane vertically above lift. 10.13 Tag lines will now be attached to lift. 10.14 Slinger/Signaller will now instruct operator to hoist item just clear of (transport/ground) 10.15 Lift Supervisor will now check for correct slinging and adjust, if necessary. 10.16 Continue hoisting as required until clear of obstructions. Slinger/Signaller will instruct operator to slew crane (left/right) 10.17 10.18 10.19 Slinger/Signaller will now pass control over to second Slinger/Signaller if lift is onto building. Slinger/Signaller will now instruct operator to carry out motions required to lower lifted item into position.

Operations will cease once item is just landed to enable client to check position and orientation of item. 10.20 Once client has confirmed position Slinger/Signaller will instruct operator to lower off all weight of lifted item.

10.21 Lifting tackle will now be released from item. 10.22 Slinger/Signaller will instruct operator to hoist up until lifting equipment is clear of all obstructions. 10.23 Slinger/Signaller will now instruct operator to slew crane (left/right). 10.24 10.25 Slinger/Signaller will now issue instructions to operator to lower down over next item to be lifted Operations 10-8 to 10-23 inclusive will be repeated until all items have been lifted and placed into position. Once all lifting has been completed crane operator to lower hook block to ground. Lifting tackle will be removed from hook block and stowed away. Crane will now de-rig and move off site.

10.26 10.27 10.28

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

11.1 The appropriate PPE will be worn at all times. Must be informed of any other specific requirements.

VARIATIONS TO METHOD STATEMENT

12.1 Any and all significant variations to this Method Statement, including drawings, must be notified to the Appointed Person before proceeding with the lift. The Lift Supervisor, together with clients representative must note details of all variations together with the comments of the Appointed Person, on the on-site changes sheet, signed and dated

13.1. CRANE LOCATION SKETCH

TOOLBOX TALK RECORD TO BE COMPLETED ON SITE AND MUST BE RETURNED TO THE HIRE OFFICE ON COMPLETION OF CONTRACT LIFT Prior to commencing the operation all site personnel are to sign below to confirm that a clear briefing explaining the job has been given and is understood. APPOINTED PERSON Name: LIFT SUPERVISOR Name: CRANE OPERATOR (1) Name: CRANE OPERATOR (2) Name: SLINGER/SIGNALLER (1) Name: SLINGER/SIGNALLER (2) Name: SLINGER/SIGNALLER (3) Name: THIRD PARTY (1) Name: THIRD PARTY (2) Name: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date:

ALL CERTIFICATION HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE LIFT SUPERVISOR PRIOR TO ANY LIFTS TAKING PLACE Name: Signature: Date:

SPARROW CRANE HIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

Risks Identified.
Personnel arrive on site.

Risk Assessment High, Med, Low

Medium

Risk Affects
Unaware of site regulations & conditions Injury to personnel.

Normal Control Measures

Report to customer & undertake site briefing / induction. Familiarisation of all site proximity hazards with site personnel. Minimum hardhat, steel toe capped boots& gloves to be worn. Where site conditions require additional ear & eye protection to be worn. Client to ensure that all non-rigging personnel are excluded from the area. Crane Supervisor has the authority to stop work if the conditions are deemed to be severe All personnel working from a height are to wear safety harnesses and use a fall arrest block

Additional Measures Required

None

The wearing of PPE

High

None

Site working Weather and wind effects Personnel fall from height

Medium Low Medium

Injury to others working in the vicinity of rigging area. Operatives All personnel working from a height

None Crane to be fitted with wind meter All ladders are to be fitted at the top and a person should be positioned at the bottom. None Liase with site provider/contractor If deemed necessary by cable owners, they should be switched off

Lifting gear failure Crane position over services Electricity Cables Water Services. Telephone Cables

Low Medium

Operatives All operatives and persons on ground All operatives and persons on the ground

Medium

Fall of materials

Medium

All operatives and persons on the ground

Equipment to be checked by a competent & qualified person (Crane Supervisor) and use sufficiently rated equipment During site visit assess position of crane and check for services. Any services in the immediate vicinity should be clearly marked and sufficiently plated if necessary. When necessary a permit to work system shall be implemented between the customer, client and management of persons carrying out the works. Where heavy vehicles have to cross over known areas of water pipes and gas pipes steel plate shall be used to protect against crushing and fracturing. All supplies that may be at risk through crossing of heavy plant or digging shall be clearly marked up. Crane Supervisor is to ensure the working area of the crane is classed as an exclusion zone for all other contractors and general public. Lift as per method statement. Check radius and load weight.

Overload Crane

Low

Operatives

The Crane Supervisor is to enforce the exclusion zone by coning/fencing & signs None

Risks Identified.

Risk Assessment High, Med, Low

Low

Risk Affects

Normal Control Measures

Flashing amber lights and audible alarms for reversing

Additional Measures Required

Where necessary, a banksman will walk the route. The use of two way radios If radios are chosen then the following method of use must be followed. All instructions must be repeated continuously for example LOWER, LOWER, LOWER until the movement is complete. If the instructions stop getting through to the crane operator, he should immediately bring the load to a HALT. This will guard against radio failure. Slew restrictors will be used so not to encroach over a rail line at any time. Lift area to be cordon off.

Cranes and vehicles

All operatives and persons on the ground Operatives

Blind working & collision building

Low

Qualified Slinger/Banksman in place. (Radio control when working blind).

Working near rail lines

High

Electrocution Collision

All carnage operated with the confinements of the site shall have the boom-deployed parallel with the main line lines only. All crane riggers to be conversant with the mechanics of the crane & be under the instructions given by the crane operator / all riggers to be approved by SCH. Sparrow Crane Hire to enforce an exclusion zone around the crane and lifting area by a physical barrier, warning signs and supervision. (Sparrow Crane Supervisor to be identifiable at all times) Ensure telescopic boom is at 0 degree position prior to releasing fly jib and a hand line fitted, make sure that there are no unauthorised personnel in the vicinity. Ensure rigging & de-rigging procedures are carried out strictly as per manufacturers operating manuals and under no circumstance should jib pins be removed when standing under a section. A final inspection of the crane & obstruction (0.6m) paying particular attention to the slewing counterweight. Where the space is less than 0.6 the area must be cordoned off to prevent access & trapping hazards.

Rigging the crane.

High.

Untrained rigger.

General public on/or around working area

Medium

General public and residents

Sparrow supervision to be in contact with all lifting personnel (radios) and stop all lifting operations at once if working area is entered Ensure ladders are of an adequate length for the purpose and are footed whilst tied securely. None

Assembly of lattice fly jib

Medium

Assembly of lattice fly jib

Medium

Lattice fly may swing when released from crane. Removing jib pins.

Final Inspection prior to Lifting

Medium

Incorrect Erection of Crane & Permissible Weather Conditions.

None