Lifting & Rigging Standard

MSW Process Contractor Communication Thailand Profit Center March, 2009

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Purpose, Objectives and Scope

Purpose The purpose of this standard is to ensure that lifting and rigging work is performed in a safe and controlled manner. Objectives This standard establishes requirements for lifting and rigging. NOTE: Each Global Upstream strategic business unit (SBU) or location may have additional regulatory requirements. Scope This Lifting and Rigging Safe Work Practice (SWP) Standard covers work performed by Chevron employees and their delegates and contractors within Chevron Global Upstream Exploration and Production (GU) operational control.

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Requirements
1. 2. Hazards associated with Lifting and Rigging shall be identified and mitigated prior to beginning work. Competent personnel must complete (i.e., develop lift plan as required) the steps needed to properly and safely prepare the job site and equipment for the start of work. Ensure lifting and rigging equipment is certified for current use and in good working order through pre-use inspections. Confirm weight of the object and establish the loads center of gravity prior to beginning the lift. Establish clear pick-up and lay-down areas that are within the cranes load lifting radius. Ensure the load path from the beginning of the lift to the lay-down area is clear of obstructions. Rig loads appropriately and ensure loads are free of possible restraints (ice, sea fastenings, hold-down bolts, etc.). Place load in designated lay-down area and remove rigging equipment after load is securely in place and free of support from the crane.

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Roles, Responsibilities
There must be clearly defined roles, and personnel must meet the training and competency requirements of this standard prior to starting work. SBU or local regulations may specify additional training and competency requirements. A single individual may fulfill more than one role as long as he or she meets the competency requirements and is able to fully meet multiple responsibilities. The following roles and responsibilities are specific to lifting and rigging: (All must be trained in compliance with GU Competency)
Qualified Crane Operator Qualified Crane Inspector Qualified Rigger/ Signalman (Dog-man) Qualified Lifting and Rigging Inspector

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Chevron Thailand Lifting & Rigging

What s Next?
Use the existing Chevron Thailand Lifting and

Rigging Procedure
Ensure compliance to the existing procedure

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