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Basic Safety Course in
Cargo Handling Operations
20 hrs
Basic Safety Course in
Cargo Handling Operations
20 hrs Macaé, RJ
In accordance with Regulatory Standards
06, 11,17,18 e 34
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Basic Safety Course in Cargo Handling Operations – 20 hrs
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SUMMARY
ACCIDENT PREVENTION ................................................................. 12 1.
SAFETY WITH HANDS ................................................................... 12 1.1.
RISK PERCEPTION ........................................................................ 13 1.2.
HSE (HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT) ................................... 13 1.3.
TYPES OF WORK ACCIDENTS ............................................................ 16 2.
IMPROPER ATTITUDE .................................................................... 16 2.1.
UNSAFE CONDITIONS................................................................... 17 2.2.
Unsafe Act ........................................................................... 17 2.2.1.
EXAMPLES OF UNSAFE CONDITIONS .................................... 17 2.2.2.
EXAMPLES OF UNSAFE ACTS ................................................ 18 2.2.3.
ACCIDENT CASES ........................................................................... 18 3.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT – P.P.E. ................................ 19 4.
APLICABILITY OF THE NR-06 ......................................................... 19 4.1.
OPERATION SUPERVISION............................................................. 21 5.
CARGO HANDLING TEAM .............................................................. 21 5.1.
OPERATION PLANNING .................................................................. 24 6.
WORK PLANNING ........................................................................... 24 7.
RULES FOR CARGO HANDLING OPERATIONS ................................. 26 8.
DEFINITION OF HEAVY CARGO ...................................................... 27 9.
SAFETY MEASURES ...................................................................... 29 9.1.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - MSDS ......................................... 30 10.
MSDS INFORMATION CONTENT ..................................................... 30 10.1.
EMERGENCY FORM ......................................................................... 33 11.
HOMMEL DIAMOND ...................................................................... 34 11.1.
CLASSIFICATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS ..................................... 36 12.
PICTOGRATHS ............................................................................. 36 12.1.
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 37 12.2.
SUSPENDED LOADS ........................................................................ 38 13.
PERSONNEL TRANSFER BASKET ..................................................... 40 14.
RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................... 40 14.1.
LIFTING CONTAINERS .................................................................... 43 15.
METAL BOXES ............................................................................. 43 15.1.
METAL BASKETS .......................................................................... 43 15.2.
BAG ........................................................................................... 44 15.3.
SKID .......................................................................................... 44 15.4.
REFILLS E TANKS ......................................................................... 45 15.5.
CONTAINER ................................................................................. 45 15.6.
200 LITER DRUMS ........................................................................ 45 15.7.
DRUM STORAGE .......................................................................... 46 15.8.
BARRELS .................................................................................... 46 15.9.
WOODEN BOXES ....................................................................... 47 15.10.
HANDLING PALLETS ................................................................... 48 15.11.
GAS CYLINDERS ........................................................................ 48 15.12.
SPOOLS AND REELS .................................................................. 49 15.13.
STEEL PLATES ........................................................................... 50 15.14.
STORAGE OF PLATES ................................................................. 50 15.15.
PIPES ....................................................................................... 50 15.16.
LASER RADAR SYSTEM (FANBEAM LASER RADAR SYSTEM) ............ 52 16.
REFLECTOR OF THE DYNAMIC POSITIONING (DP) OF VESSELS ......... 52 16.1.
STEEL CABLES AND STRAPS ........................................................... 52 17.
TERMS USED IN CARGO HANDLING ............................................... 52 17.1.
ANGULATION ................................................................................. 57 18.
COMPOSITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF STEEL CABLES ................. 59 19.
USE ............................................................................................ 61 19.1.
CATEGORY OF TRACTION RESISTANCE OF CABLES AND WIRES ........ 62 19.2.
STEEL CABLE LUBRICATION .......................................................... 62 19.3.
TEST INSPECTION ........................................................................ 63 19.4.
STEEL CABLE INSPECTION ............................................................. 63 20.
MARKING AND COLOR CODE OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT ................... 65 21.
STRAPS (FIBER SLINGS) ................................................................ 67 22.
PROCEDURES FOR THE SAFE USE OF SLINGS .................................. 69 22.1.
SAFETY ROPES ............................................................................... 70 23.
TOOLS AND HARDWARE ................................................................. 71 24.
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LOAD ACCESSORY .......................................................................... 72 25.
SHACKLE LOAD TABLE .................................................................... 76 26.
MANUAL WINCHES ......................................................................... 77 27.
ENVIRONMENT ORGANIZATION ..................................................... 78 27.1.
SAFETY IN CRANE OPERATIONS ..................................................... 78 28.
LOAD CELLS ................................................................................ 79 28.1.
CRANE SAFETY DEVICES ............................................................... 83 28.2.
FORKLIFTS ..................................................................................... 84 29.
GRAPH RELATED TO ACCIDENTS WITH FORKLIFT .......................... 87 30.
SAFETY IN TRAVELING CRANE OPERATIONS .................................. 88 31.
HAND SIGNALS FOR TRAVELING CRANES ...................................... 89 32.
HAND SIGNALS AND COMMUNICATION .......................................... 89 32.1.
ConvencionaL Signs ........................................................... 89 32.1.1.
KNOTS ............................................................................................ 92 33.
CLOVE HITCH .............................................................................. 92 33.1.
BOWLINE .................................................................................... 92 33.2.
MOSTLY USED CONTANTS .............................................................. 93 34.
CHECK-LIST FOR BEGINNING CARGO OPERATION ......................... 94 35.
CARGO HANDLING PRACTICE ......................................................... 98 36.
BIBLIOGRAPHIC REFERENCE ......................................................... 99 37.
RULES
FALCK RULES
Respect all warning signs, safety warnings and instructions;
Loose clothes, jewelry, piercings, etc. must not be used during practical exercises;
It is not allowed to wear sleeveless shirts, shorts or mini-skirts; wearing trousers
and shoes is mandatory;
Instructors and assistants will have priority in accessing the cafeteria;
Do not walk through training areas without permission. Use the Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) in recommended areas;
The trainees are responsible for their belongings. Lockers with padlocks and keys
are available and they shall be used when instructed. Falck Safety Services is not
responsible for any loss or damage;
Smoking is harmful to health. It is allowed only in areas previously identified;
Individuals considered to be under the effect of alcohol or illegal drugs will be cut off
from the training and sent back to their employer; Cell phones must be turned off during
the briefing; We advise women not to wear high heels;
Discussions, discrimination and inconvenient behavior of any kind are not
tolerated;
The trainees must follow Falck’s employees instructions at all times;
Every trainee is responsible for ensuring the training safety under the best
possible conditions. Unsafe acts or conditions must be immediately reported to the
instructors;
Photographs, films or any image owned by the company can only be obtained
upon prior authorization;
Pregnant women cannot carry out training due to the practical exercises;
If an absence during the training period is inevitable, request the specific form for
a permission to leave. Your employer will be informed about it, and if it exceeds 10% of
the discipline hours you won't be able to continue the training;
Falck Safety Services ensures the trainee’s safe transport during their stay in the
Company in its selected vehicles. The Company is not responsible by transport in private
vehicles;
The Certificates / Training Cards will be sent to the contractor Company, unless if
authorized otherwise. Private students must wait for the assessment results, and if
approved, they will receive their Training Card;
The individuals who violate these rules or who intentionally subtract or damage
the equipment will be held accountable, and the measures required by the situation will
be taken.
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COURSE GENERAL GUIDELINES
Concerning the course structure
This course structure follows the Regulatory Standard 10 (NR-10) approved by the
Ministry of Labor ordinance, MTE n°598, from 07/12/2004 and issued on the Union Public
Journal from 08/12/2004.
Regarding class attendance
The class and practical activities attendance is mandatory. The student must
obtain at least 90% of attendance.
According to the paragraphs outlined above, it will be considered as
skipping: failure in attending classes, delays exceeding 10 minutes from the start of any
scheduled activity, or unauthorized egress during the class development.
Regarding course approval
It will be considered approved the students who:
Obtain a score equal or higher than 6.0 (six) on a 0 to 10 (zero to ten)
scale in the theoretical assessment, and achieve a satisfactory
concept in practical activities.
Have the required minimum class attendance (90%).
If the student does not meet the conditions described in the paragraphs above, he
will fail the assessment.
OBJECTIVE
This training consists of behavioral changes that aim to serve our customers,
during cargo handling maneuvers at their onshore and offshore handling facilities in a
positive action to prevent accidents, damages and losses, guiding them with required
safety measures in response to the relevant legislation.
LEGISLATION AND APPLICABILITY
In accordance with the NRs (Regulatory Standards) of Ordinance 3.214 of
6/08/78, NR-06,11, 17, 18, 34; and articles 182, 183, 198 and 390 of the Consolidation
of Labor Laws (CLT) that establish safety requirements with regards to transport, cargo
movement and handling.
NR-06 – Personal Protective Equipment
NR-11 – Transport, Movement and Materials Handling
NR-17 – Ergonomics
NR-18 – Workplace Conditions and Environment in the Construction Industry.
NR-34 – Workplace Conditions and Environment in the Naval Industry
NR-06 – For the purposes of implementing this Regulatory Standard - NR, are
considered Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) all devices or products for individual use
employed by the worker, destined for the protection of risks likely to threaten his/her
safety and health at work. It is understood as Collective Personal Protective Equipment,
all protective equipment composed by several devices, which the manufacturer has
associated against one of more risks that may occur simultaneously and that are likely to
threaten safety and health in the workplace. Personal protective equipment imported or
manufactured domestically can only be made available for sale or used with the
indication of the Approval Certificate - CA, issued by the competent national body on
safety and health in the workplace of the Ministry of Labor and Employment.
NR-11 – Safety standard for the operation of lifts, cranes, industrial conveyors
and conveyor machines.
The equipment used in the handling of materials, such as lifts, cargo elevators,
cranes, service lifts, traveling cranes, hoists, forklifts, winches, conveyor belts,
conveyors of different types, will be calculated and constructed in a manner so that they
offer the necessary guarantees of resistance and safety and are maintained in perfect
working order.
Special attention will be given to the steel cables, chains, sheaves and hooks,
which shall be inspected, permanently, substituting the faulty parts.
NR-17 - This NR has its importance recognized for serving as the basis for
guidance, procedures and work conditions in the transport and manual handling of cargo.
Ergonomics aims to promote parameters in the working and psycho-physiological
conditions of the workers, in order to provide safety and health.
NR-18 - This Regulatory Standard - NR establishes administrative, planning and
organizational guidelines, which seeks the implementation of control measures and
safety preventive measures in the processes, in the workplace conditions and
environment in the construction industry.
NR-34 - This Regulatory Standard – NR seeks to establish the minimum
requirements and safety measures to protect safety, health and the environment at the
workplace in the activities of the naval construction and maintenance industry.
ARTICLE 182 – CLT – 1 - the safety precautions in the movement of materials in
workplaces, the equipment to be used mandatorily and the special conditions that are
subject to operation and maintenance of this equipment, including demands for trained
personnel.
COMPLEMENTARY DOCUMENTS
Brazilian Technical Standards Association (ABNT)
NBR 6327 – Steel cables for general use: minimum requirements.
NBR 7500 – Identification for ground transportation, handling, movement
and storage of products.
NBR 11900 – Ends of steel cable ties.
NBR 13541 – Cargo handling: steel cable tie specification.
NBR 13542 – Cargo handling: cargo ring.
NBR 13543 – Cargo handling: steel cable ties: utilization and inspection.
NBR 13544 – Cargo handling: eyelet for steel cable.
NBR 13545 – Cargo handling: shackles.
NBR11436 - Hand Signals for Handling
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ACCIDENT PREVENTION 1.
SAFETY WITH HANDS 1.1.
They are fragile and are daily exposed to risks, sharp edges, knifes, etc., are the
enemies of distracted hands. There are no reserve hands, they will never be found in the
storeroom for replacement. Nothing can substitute them completely. The hand is the
region of the body most affected by accidents.
NOTE: Any injury limits your hands. Therefore, the safety of your hands is in your
HANDS. The numbers reveal the dramatic impact of the work on the workers' hands. And
the importance of dedicating special attention to the protection of the hands in the
workplace. If we consider only the workplace accidents that affect the hands up to the
fist, we will find more than one third (34.2%) of all workplace accidents notified in Brazil,
in 2003, according to statistics of the INSS (Dataprev).
NOTE: Your hands and fingers have more nerve endings per square centimeter
than any other part of your body.
Positioning
To position your hands appropriately, you should first recognize the risks and then
develop a plan (Safe Work Practice) to help keep your hands out of danger.
Use equipment to move materials whenever possible, and not by manual
means.
Keep your hands inside the lift basket on the holders to protect the hands
and not on the edge of the basket.
By being alert and aware of the positioning of the hands, keeping them out
of the areas that can damage your most valuable tool.
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RISK PERCEPTION 1.2.
It is the act of making contact with a hazard by means of your senses (hearing,
touch, smell, vision and taste), interpret this information and, then, decide what to do.
HSE (HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT) 1.3.
HSE Management Policy
Statement by the organization, exposing its intentions and principles with regards
to HSE, which provides a structure for action and definition of HSE objectives and
targets.
Danger
Source or situation with the potential to cause damage in terms of human injuries
or health problems, damage to property, to the environment or a combination of the
above.
Hazard
The combination of the probability and consequence of the occurrence of a
specified dangerous event.
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Deviation
Any action or condition not in conformity with the workplace standards,
procedures, legal requirements, normative instructions or the management system, and
best practices that can result in damage to:
People
Equipment
Materials
Environment.
NOTE: In identifying any deviation related to the Cargo Handling Operations, the
“Observation Card” must be used as a preventive tool and as a means to track the
deviations identified in the operation.
The Deviation Pyramid
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Accident
It is any and all unexpected and undesirable occurrences that cause personal
injuries or from which results risk. If such an occurrence is related to the performance of
work, it is characterized as a Work Accident.
Incident
It is an unwanted and unexpected event that in slightly different circumstances
could or could not have resulted in an injury, disease, property damage or interruption of
the productive process.
Graph of accidents occurred in Brazil
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TYPES OF WORK ACCIDENTS 2.
Impact of person against
It is applied to cases in which the injury was produced by the impact of the victim
against a stationary object, except in cases of falls.
Impact suffered
The movement is by the object.
Fall with difference in levels
The action of gravity, with the contact object
below the surface where the victim is located.
Fall on the same level
Due to the loss of balance, like the contact object on the same level or above the
support surface of the victim.
IMPROPER ATTITUDE 2.1.
Improper attitude is the disobedience to a safe, commonly accepted procedure. It
is not necessarily disobedience to the standard or written procedure, but those standards
of conduct dictated by common sense, tacitly accepted.
It is the disobedience of the Operational Discipline.
The improper attitude occurs in three manners:
1. The person doesn't do what he/she should.
not prevent the use of a specific piece of equipment
by an unauthorized person.
2. The person does what he/she shouldn't do.
operate equipment without authorization and/or training.
3. The person does something in a different manner from what he or she
should do to save time, pass through a sealed area.
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UNSAFE CONDITIONS 2.2.
Unsafe conditions are the conditions of the environment, whose corrections are
the responsibility of all, including the accident victim. It comprehends machines,
equipment, materials, work methods and administrative deficiency.
Ex: Not perform pre-use inspections (visual) correctly in defective equipment and
with expired certifications and outdated color codes.
The unsafe condition and the improper attitude are the end causes of an accident,
that is, an action that provoked the occurrence. The observation is very important and
its negligence has the power to alter the improper attitude towards the unsafe condition.
No one is better able than you to know the best manner to perform your work in
an organized manner, always discussing improvements with your colleagues and
supervisors.
Unsafe Act 2.2.1.
It is not executing a safety procedure, coming to create conditions for the
occurrence of an accident.
Ex: Fabricate and alter Cargo Handling Accessories by means of a weld in the unit.
Preventive Action
Action to eliminate the cause of a potential non-conformity or other potentially
undesirable action/situation.
Note: There may be more than one cause for a potential non-conformity.
Corrective Action
Action to eliminate the cause of a potential identified non-conformity or another
undesirable action/situation.
Note: There may be more than one cause for a non-conformity.
EXAMPLES OF UNSAFE CONDITIONS 2.2.2.
1. Inadequate protection of equipment.
2. Congested Work Areas (in disarray)
3. Work with Cargo Handling Accessories with expired certifications.
4. Not following the color code for Cargo Handling accessories.
5. Defective equipment, tools or materials.
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EXAMPLES OF UNSAFE ACTS 2.2.3.
1. Walk under suspended cargo, pass with the cargo over people.
2. Not obey the Work Load Limit (WLL).
3. Make safety devices ineffective.
4. Work with cargo handling accessories fabricated at the operational unit.
ACCIDENT CASES 3.
Reports of some accidents occurred at the Campos Basin. Report prepared by
Petrobras/UN/BC Work Group with the objective of minimizing the accidents in the cargo
handling activity. The names of the accident victims and the locations of the accidents
were omitted for the preservation of privacy.
1 “While moving a sheaf of tubes, the employee had his left forefinger
crushed with the cargo against a spool flange, causing an injury.” Although
he alleged in his deposition that he slipped and lost his balance, leaning
against the flange, it was observed that the flooring, besides being non-slip
and in perfect conditions, it was not slippery and his boots were new.
2 "During the closing of the metallic box, the employee had his left hand
crushed between the lid and the metallic box."
3 “While raising the lid of a metallic box, the accident victim, together with
three other colleagues, agreed that to close the lid, the four would let it go
at the same time. The victim did not accompany the other colleagues and
the lid fell on his right forearm (wrist), causing a cut-contusion injury.”
4 The fall of the cargo movement assistant from the turbine Box, due to the
anticipated movement caused by a failure in communication.
5 “The employee was organizing the selective collection box. With the
swinging of the unit, the lid support was dislocated, causing the closing of
the lid, striking the upper right limb, causing a contusion.”
6 “When storing material in a metallic box, the cargo handling assistant hit a
prop that kept the lid partially raised. The lid fell on the back of his left
hand.”
7 While opening a metallic box, to store PPEs, the lid was thrown by the wind,
hitting the penis and scrotum of the employee, causing a cut.“
8 “The cargo raising net became caught in the sling of a container, throwing it
against one of the sailors that was performing the operation on the deck of
the vessel, causing a fracture in the clavicle and the toes of the right foot.”
9 “While moving a 200 liter drum on a wooden pallet inside a container, the
pallet's board broke and hit the operator's leg.”
10 “The employee was moving an iron sheet hanging from the crane. While
controlling the sheet, he asked the crane operator to stop. Even though he
was far from the cargo, he was struck in the left ankle, suffering a
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contusion." The accident victim was performing this job and could only
communicate with the crane operator through a VHF radio.
11 “A cargo handling team, comprised of four assistants, was unloading a
basket with metallic beams. During a break in the job, one of the team
members tried to move one of the beams alone and had his finger caught
between the two pieces, suffering a contusion and an injury of the nail.”
12 “While removing trash and metallic scrap from a bucket, the employee
suffered a cut-contusion of the first toe of the right foot.”
13 “While moving cargo, the strap broke, causing the shock of the broken strap
against the nasal region and right malar of the employee, causing an
injury.”
14 While discarding oil from a drum that was already inclined, holding it by the
upper extremity and, while lowering it fully, he had the finger of the right
hand pressed against a fixed tube that was close to the site of the
maneuver.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT – P.P.E. 4.
The NR-06 - Personal Protective Equipment,
PPE sets out legal definitions, forms of protection,
commercialization requirements and
responsibilities of the employer, employee,
manufacturer, importer of the Ministry of Labor
and Employment.
The companies are obliged to provide their
employees, free of charge, with PPE adequate to
the risk, in perfect working order, under the
following conditions:
a) Whenever collective protection measures are technically non-viable or do
not offer total protection against the risks of workplace accidents and/or
professional and work related diseases.
b) While the collective protection measures are being implanted.
c) To respond to an emergency situation.
APLICABILITY OF THE NR-06 4.1.
Are considered Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) all devices or products for
personal use, utilized by the worker, destined for the protection of risks that may
threaten his/her health and safety at work.
Every nationally manufactured or imported PPE can only be placed for sale or used
with the indication of the Approval Certificate (CA) issued by the competent body of the
Ministry of Labor.
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The company is obliged to provide its employees, free of charge, PPE adequate to
the risk, in perfect working order, and certificates.
Responsibility of the employer – NR-06.6.1
a) procure the PPE adequate to the risk of each activity;
b) demand its use;
c) provide the worker only with PPE approved by the MTE;
d) guide and train the worker in their adequate use, storage and maintenance;
e) substitute immediately, when damaged or misplaced;
f) take responsibility for their periodic cleaning and maintenance;
g) report any observed irregularities;
h) record its provision to the worker, in registries, cards or electronic systems.
Responsibilities of the worker – NR-06.7
a) use, utilizing it only for the purpose for which it is destined;
b) responsibility for its storage and maintenance;
c) report to the employer any changes that will make it improper for use; and
d) comply with the employer's resolutions about the adequate use.
Approval Certificate – NR-06.9
Every PPE shall present in indelible and very visible lettering the commercial name
of the manufacturer, the production lot and the C.A. (Approval Certificate) number
PPE Equipment List – Appendix I – NR-06
PPE for head protection - (Helmet and hood or balaclava).
PPE for protection of the eyes and face - (Glasses, face protection, welding
mask).
Hearing protection PPE - (Hearing protector).
Respiratory protection PPE - (Unpowered respirator, supplied air respirator,
supplied air respirator compressed air line type, escape respirator, SCBA
respirator).
PPE for body protection - (Vestments).
PPE for the protection of upper limbs - (Glove, protective cream, sleeve,
brace, finger cot).
PPE for lower limbs - (Footwear, socks, gaiters, pants).
PPE for full body protection - (Coveralls, full body vestments).
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PPE for protection against falls with the level difference - (Fall-arrest device,
harness).
Important considerations about PPE
Every PPE must be checked before its use
Check if it has a CA (Approval Certificate).
For each task and risk location, there is an appropriate PPE.
At the end of the job, the PPE must be cleaned and stored.
The PPE was made to be used.
One should never trade "security for comfort."
Use them and remind your colleagues of the need to use the PPE.
The sleeves of the coveralls must be closed at the wrists, for the greater
protection of the upper limbs.
One must pay attention to the state of conservation of the sole and the
body of the safety boot.
For works at height above 2m, use a fall arrest safety harness.
For jobs with chemicals, use safety goggles and long cuff PVC gloves.
The lumbar brace protection is mandatory for cargo handling systems.
OPERATION SUPERVISION 5.
CARGO HANDLING TEAM 5.1.
Every Operational Unit must have a minimum team for the activities that use
Cranes, Forklifts, Trolleys and Hoists for cargo handling operations in offshore and
onshore areas which must be composed by:
Captain;
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM);
Supervisor/First Mate;
Crane operator / Deck pusher;
Cargo handling assistants.
Captain
Ultimately responsible for all offshore lifting operations under the rules of
international navigation.
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM)
Has responsibility for lifting operations related to the implementation of the
relevant work.
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Onshore Manager
Ultimately responsible for all lifting operations in the manufacturing yards or
support bases.
Supervisor/First Mate
Must ensure that all personnel participating in the lifting conditions are thoroughly
familiar with the relevant procedures and the hazards associated with lifting loads.
Crane operator / Deck pusher
Professional trained and qualified to operate the Crane of the Operational Unit and
perform cargo handling planning skills.
Team work
Teamwork is very important, as well as the expertise of each of its members.
Team leader
Responsible for leading a Cargo Handling team.
Signalman
Member of the Cargo Handling team responsible for guiding the Crane Operator
through signal patterns or radio
The Signalman must always be within sight of the
operator (NR-34.10.18);
If is impossible to see him, use radio
communication and/or an intermediary
Signalman (NR34.10.18.1);
The Signalman must use identification that is
easy to see, day or night, which distinguishes
him from other workers in the operational area (NR-34 - Item 34.10.19);
The operator must obey only the instructions given by the signalman,
except when there is the risk of an accident (NR-3410.20).
The operator must obey only the instructions given by the signalman,
except when there is the risk of an accident (NR-3410.20).
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NOTE: The signalman must inspect and record at the beginning of each workday a
checklist of the cargo handling accessories (NR 34.10.5).
Hook blocks;
Clamps;
Hooks;
Shackles;
Swivel;
Belts;
Straps and chains;
Steel cables;
Clips;
Anchor rings;
Flat hooks;
Scales;
Lifting clamp;
Pulleys at the tip of the boom and hook block; and
Pin connections, bolts, latches and other devices.
The signalman must be dedicated solely to observing all aspects of lifting,
providing instructions to the crane operator for the duration of the lift;
The signalman must not perform other functions during the lifting of loads;
The crane operator must remain in continuous communication with the person in
control of the lifting operation.
Cargo Handling Assistant / Roustabout
Professional responsible for implementing the tasks of lifting loads with emphasis
on the safe handling of cargo handling accessories.
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OPERATION PLANNING 6.
At the beginning of each workday, a safety meeting focused on the programmed
operations must be held, encouraging the participation of the entire team.
Cases of accidents that occurred could be presented, mainly, in the cargo
handling.
WORK PLANNING 7.
In every cargo handling operation to be performed, three basic items must be
known: the origin, course and destination of the cargo.
The origin of the cargo is the place where the cargo to be handled is located. First,
analyze if there is something that hinders its handling, in a positive case, remove
everything and everyone that may impact it and, if necessary, restrict the area where
the cargo is located. Verify then, if the cargo route is free from obstacles. The cargo shall
never pass over people, if necessary, restrict the area. Finally, verify if the destination is
free and clear and with enough space. The evaluation of the work area according to the
area where the cargo handling will be performed, some basic rules must be observed so
that you may perform this work safely.
Unclassified Area
Area where the occurrence of explosive gas atmosphere is not probable, to the
point of demanding special precautions.
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Classified area
Area with a probability of forming
explosive mixtures, at a determined place, and
the classification of this place must be defined,
according to the criteria already established in
standards, in conformity with the degree of
probability of the presence of an explosive
atmosphere, as follows:
Zone 0 - where the explosive mixture is
found permanently or most part of the time;
Zone 1 - where the explosive mixture is probable during normal operation, but
when it occurs, it will be for a limited time; and
Zone 2 - where the explosive mixture is only probable in case of equipment or
process failures. The duration of this situation is short.
Obstacle
Any topographical feature, electric and
underground facilities, construction or industrial unit
interfering with the cargo handling.
Cargo Weight
The one obtained by the weighing of the cargo or
certified drawing of the cargo manufacture.
Handling weight
Total or partial maximum weight of the cargo plus the weight of all accessories for
lifting, hook blocks, suspended on the end of the boom of a machine during a cargo
handling operation.
Measures related to the workers involved
At the beginning of each workday, a safety meeting with emphasis on the
programmed operations must be held, encouraging the participation of the entire team.
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RULES FOR CARGO HANDLING OPERATIONS 8.
Note: All cargo handling operations must meet NR-34.10.11, preceded by a safety
meeting to discuss the task’s details, contingency and safety measures.
Operational Procedure - NR - 34. 10.11
Verify tools or any loose object.
Ensure that the cargo is distributed uniformly between the legs of the sling,
stabilized and moored.
Certify that the weight is compatible with the equipment’s capacity.
Signal, de-energize and ground the aerial electric networks located in the
handling areas.
Use hooks of the hook blocks with safety locks.
Gas cylinders, barrels and drums should be transported carried in the
vertical position, in an appropriate device.
Do not interrupt the handling with the suspended cargo.
Ensure that steel cables and straps do not directly contact the edges of the
parts.
It is forbidden to perform simultaneous cargo movements with the same
equipment.
It is forbidden to drag and throw the cargo handling accessories.
Use a guide, in an electrically non-conducting material, to position the
cargo.
To ensure that the cargo handling devices and accessories have indelible
and easy to visualize maximum load identification.
The hook is positioned above the center of gravity of the cargo.
There are unobstructed access paths and escape routes.
Signal the handling area, guaranteeing the restriction of traffic or the
presence of people under the suspended cargo.
When interrupting or completing the operation, keep the controls in neutral
position, brakes applied, locks placed and de-energized.
Cargo handling shall not be initiated and the competent person must be
consulted, in case of doubt as to the stability or the safety of the cargo.
The staff involved in the cargo handling operations is identified and
recognized by the use of special clothing, such as vest, reflective helmet.
Operational Procedure - NR - 34.10.2
Ensure that the cargo handling equipment and its accessories are used in
perfect working order and certificates, with identification and documentation
that can be tracked.
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There must be an inspection, maintenance and certification program.
There should be a record of inspections, maintenance and certifications.
DEFINITION OF HEAVY CARGO 9.
Heavy cargos are equal or above 10 tons and are included in the unusual
complicated listing class, must be accompanied by a specific plan.
Cargo chart
Is a table detailing the capacity (height, weight, radius of operation) of each
crane. For a safe operation, the height and cargo capacity limits for each equipment
must be respected. The radius operation is also taken into account in this calculation.
Ray
Is the distance from the center of the equipment to the boom point.
Extension cable
Steel cables composed of safety U-ring and hook with 3 meters and 6 meters in
length, connected to the hook block of the crane.
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Minimum size
On the fixed units, for internal works, a minimum length of 3m (three meters). On
the floating units and FPSOs, for internal works, a minimum length of 3m (three
meters);
For operations involving vessels, a minimum length of 6m (six meters). The
extension cable hooks shall be equipped with safety locks to keep from accidentally
hooking up cargo or obstacles.
NOTE: Special attention shall be given in the correct sizing of the extension.
NOTE: The extension cables must be provided with safety devices, periodic
inspections, color code (green, yellow and blue) and marked with its Safe Work Load
(SWL) clearly, visibly and permanently.
Measures related to the workers involved
Note: At the beginning of each routine hoisting safety meetings shall be held,
before performing the task. These meetings shall be held by the deck pusher, Shift
Supervisor or First Mate. Cases of accidents that have occurred could be presented,
especially, in cargo handling.
The Supervisors and Cargo Handling Assistants / Roustabouts shall be trained and
qualified in the theoretical and practical aspects of cargo handling. The accompaniment
of the cargo handling operations by the SUPERVISORS is mandatory.
All workers involved in the operations must be equipped with the following
Personal Protective Equipment:
Hard hat;
Safety leather gloves;
Long cuff PVC gloves and apron when handling chemicals;
Safety glasses
Coveralls in flame-resistant fabric;
Safety footwear
Masks for handling of dangerous products;
Hearing Protectors; and
Life vests (tug boat sailors).
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Note: In the Areas/Locations where the Sound Pressure Level is equal or higher
than 100dB (a), the use of Double Ear Protection (plug and shell type) is mandatory .
Minimum tooling
Must be available and in perfect working order and must be used by the Cargo
Handling Team.
Measures concerning sea conditions
Cargo handling is only permitted:
On the O.U. - Operational Unit:
Wind with maximum Intensity of 30 knots (thirty knots)
On the Sea:
Minimum visibility of 3 km (three kilometers);
Wind with maximum Intensity of 27 (twenty-seven knots); and
Waves with a maximum height of 3 m (three meters).
SAFETY MEASURES 9.1.
a) The Cranes shall only be operated by Crane operators qualified by a
recognized entity, being evaluated every 2 years, in compliance with the
procedures in force.
b) Only the Crane Operator shall be present in the equipment during the
operation. The presence of another crane operator (for example: in
training), maintenance or inspection professional shall be justified by
operational need with the person in charge of the operations.
c) The Cranes which may interfere with the heliport approach zone must be
lowered and secured, when a helicopter is expected or when the helicopter
is at the heliport with engines on.
d) For its hoisting or lowering, the cargos must be maneuvered over the water
and not over the vessels.
e) Precautions must be taken so that the cables and the boom, as well as the
hoisted materials, do not collide with structures, equipment or any other
obstacle.
f) It is expressly forbidden to walk or remain under the suspended loads,
ensuring therefore the isolation of the area during operations.
g) The use of tag lines is mandatory to guide the load movement in the
operational units.
h) Only tie or remove the tag lines with the load under support, without the
possibility of movement or swinging.
i) Slings, tag lines, pulleys, transportation baskets, clamps and other
accessories for the load lifting must be in perfect conditions, adequately
assembled and must be periodically inspected, certified and always showing
its identification plates.
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j) The steel cables, slings must be certified and comply with the company’s
color code.
k) The use of straps must be preceded by a permit to work (PTW).
l) Worn and damaged belts must discarded and informed;
m) The use of the crane to drag or pull cargo from side to side is forbidden.
n) The manufacture of hooks and accessories for hoisting equipment by
welding in the operational unit is forbidden.
o) In the operations with dangerous products, the reading of the Material Data
Safety Sheet beforehand is essential (MSDS), implementing the precautions
indicated for the safe handling of the cargo.
p) Inspections of defective equipment must be performed, certifications of all
cargo hoisting accessories updated, and the color code must be in force.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - MSDS 10.
The MSDS is prepared in accordance with the NBR14725 and contains a series of
information for those who work with chemicals, handling or transporting them.
The MSDS was created to provide information on many aspects of the chemicals
(substances or preparations) as to protection, safety, health and the environment.
MSDS INFORMATION CONTENT 10.1.
1. Product and company identification
2. Composition and information on ingredients
3. Hazards Identification
4. First aid measures
5. Firefighting measures
6. Spill or leak control measures
7. Storage and handling
8. Control of exposure and personal protection
9. Physical-chemical properties
10.Stability and reactivity
11.Toxicological information
12.Ecological information
13.Considerations on treatment and disposal
14.Transportation information
15.Regulations
16.Other information
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People handling chemicals shall be trained, know the risks through the MSDS and
use the PPE specific for each product.
The responsibility of the areas utilizing the chemicals is to prepare the labeling and
signaling of these products and its storage places, keeping the MSDS at these sites, as
well as ensuring that the employees are trained and know the MSDS for each product.
The MSDS must be at a location in the storage area.
Know the places, and know how to use the emergency equipment, including the
safety Be familiar with the emergency response procedures, alarms of the facilities and
escape routes.
ATTENTION: Know the types of personal protective equipment available and how
to use them for each procedure.
Be aware of the conditions and unsafe actions and report them to your supervisor
so that corrections can be made as fast as possible.
In case of a spill of a dangerous material on your body and eyes:
Go immediately to the nearest emergency shower;
Operate the shower and remove your clothing while under the shower;
Wash the affected area with water;
Ask a colleague to notify the doctor to come immediately with the first-aid
kit;
It is recommended that you perform a washing of at least 20 minutes if the
nature of the contaminant is not known. The washing and rinsing times can
be changed if the identity and property of chemicals is known, for example;
A minimum time of 5 minutes washing is recommended for softly irritating
chemicals;
At least 20 minutes for moderate to severe irritants; and
20 minutes for non-penetrating corrosive substances, and at least 60
minutes for penetrating corrosive substances.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
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EMERGENCY FORM 11.
It is a mandatory document for the transportation of dangerous goods, as required
by art. 22 of the RTPP (Regulation on the Transportation of Dangerous Goods) approved
by Decree 96.044/88 and is also set out in Resolution 420/04 of the National Agency for
Land Transport (ANTT). The emergency form is regulated by NBR7503, the Brazilian
Technical Standards Association, ABNT, and accompanies the product from the securing
of the load securing to the receiver of the product. NBR 7503 specifies the requirements
and dimensions for the preparation of the emergency form and the envelope for the
inland transport of dangerous goods, as well as instructions for completing the form and
envelope.
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HOMMEL DIAMOND 11.1.
A symbology widely applied in many countries, however, without obligation. Unlike
the nameplates, the Hommel diamond does not inform what the substance is, but
qualifies and quantifies the risks involving the chemical in question.
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NOTE: Unlike the nameplates, the Hommel diamond does not inform the name of
the substance, but qualifies and quantifies the risks involving the chemical in question.
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CLASSIFICATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS 12.
PICTOGRATHS 12.1.
Class 1 - Explosives.
Class 2 - Gases with the following subclasses:
-Subclass 2.1 - Flammable gases.
-Subclass 2.2 - Non-flammable, non-toxic gases.
-Subclass 2.3 - Toxic gases.
Class 3 - Flammable liquids
Class 4 - This class is subdivided into:
-Subclass 4.1 - Flammable solids;
-Subclass 4.2 - Substances liable to spontaneous combustion;
-Subclass 4.3 - Substances which, in contact with water, release flammable
gases.
Class 5 - This class is subdivided into:
-Subclass 5.1 - Oxidizing substances.
-Subclass 5.2 - Organic peroxides.
Class 6 - This class is subdivided into:
-Subclass 6.1 - Toxic substances (poisonous).
-Subclasses 6.2 - Infectious substances.
Class 7 -Radioactive material
Class 8 –Corrosive substances
Class 9 -Miscellaneous dangerous goods
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MASS AND VOLUME
INTRODUCTION 12.2.
By comparing, for example, lead and wood, anyone would immediately say that
lead is "heavier" than wood. This way of expressing oneself is revealed to be the result of
a very inaccurate analysis, and may even be false; note that a small lead sphere may
certainly be lighter than a piece of wood that is large enough. As we see, the expressions
of everyday life "lighter" and "heavier" are not sufficient to accurately describe a
property of matter. In physics we have to keep in mind the accuracy of how we express
ourselves, and employ a very specific meaning to the terms taken from everyday
language. We could cover a good amount of examples, such as "work" and "energy",
which have unusual meanings in everyday life and, however very distant from their
scientific meanings. Let us, for the moment, 'see' only the birth of the magnitudes
'specific mass' (or absolute density) and 'specific weight'.
In the comparison between these substances, volume is evidently important, since
we know that: with equal volumes, a body of lead is heavier than a wooden body. If
however, both are at the same location equal in weight, then their volumes are different.
Two spheres of the same weight, one made of lead and the other of wood, the wood
volume will be larger (about 12 times larger in volume; about 3 times greater in radius);
however, as weight and mass are proportional to each other, then the two spheres have
the same mass.
A lead body having the same mass as a wooden body will occupy, thus, a smaller
space (volume). For this reason we say that lead is more "dense" than wood. The
differentiation between the substances can be determined when initially comparing
bodies with equal masses, and then bodies with equal volumes.
As bodies of the same substance can have different sizes, different weights and
different masses, they must find a value that disregards the current mass, weight and
volume of the bodies. This value must be a characteristic of the substance of which the
body is made of, rather than the body itself. It must characterize a property of the
substance and not the body.
Let us compare the mass or the weight of bodies of the same volume and different
substances. The volume is 1 cm3. We can then say: if the weight of 1 cm3 of a
substance is greater than the corresponding weight of a second substance, then the first
substance has greater specific weight. If the mass of 1 cm3 of a substance is greater
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than the corresponding mass of a second substance, then the first substance is more
dense.
As these values must be independent of the characteristic values of a body
(volume, mass, weight) and representative only of the substance, the representative
value of the body must be eliminated somehow. For this to occur, we need the ratio
between volume and mass, or between volume and weight.
When heated, as a rule, the bodies dilate; their volumes increase. The specific
weight and density of the material of which they are composed become smaller when
heated. This knowledge obtained from observation coincides with the definition of
density. As with the heating, the mass (classical) does not change, and due to the fact
that the volume is in the denominator, an increase in volume implies a decrease in
density; the reduction in volume results in an increase in density. The same can be said
with respect to the specific weight. In order to determine the density of a substance, it is
necessary to measure the mass and volume of the substance. From that quotient, we
obtain the density.
Comparing bodies with equal masses and bodies with equal volumes of different
substances. Mass and volume or weight and volume are proportional to each other,
respectively.
SUSPENDED LOADS 13.
These operations need to have lifting plans, requiring that the operation be fully
covered by work planning and specific procedures in load handling activities.
When pulling or pushing loads or suspended objects, do not raise your
hands above the level of the chest, the arms must be extended and one leg
in a support position;
Flag and isolate the movement area, forbidding transit or the presence of
people under the suspended load;
Ensure that the load is evenly distributed among the branches of the sling,
stabilized and tied;
Make sure that the weight is compatible with the capacity of the equipment;
Check the position of the load’s center of gravity;
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Ensure that the steel cable and / or straps are not in direct contact with the
edges of the pieces during transport;
In ships or platforms, the sea conditions, vessel movements and wind must
be considered as they may increase the risk of accidents. Check with your
supervisor;
Do not use cables or ropes to pull loads, except with a tag line;
Do not drag loads on the floor;
Check the validity of certifications, color coding and visual inspection of
slings and steel cables before each lift;
Worn or distressed straps must be discarded immediately;
During the lifting operation of the load, it is forbidden to stand under the
suspended load, handling the load over people, staying between the load
and any other obstacle;
Use the tag line with enough length to control the suspended load;
Do not use your hands directly to stabilize moving loads;
Keep yourself free of cables that can wrap around your feet;
Flag and isolate the movement area, prohibiting transit or people standing
under the suspended load;
The signalman must always be within sight of the operator;
Upon the impossibility of seeing the latter, employ radio communication and
/or intermediary signalman;
The signalman must use an easy to view day/night identification, which
distinguishes him from other workers in the operation area.
NOTE: according to the safety policy of each organization, require a permit-to-
work (PT) for the use of straps.
Tag lines
Use tag lines with sufficient length to control the load on suspension, complying
with (10.11-34-NR) with regard to the use of non-electricity conducting material to
position the load.
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PERSONNEL TRANSFER BASKET 14.
All operations of offshore personnel transfer by basket must be approved by
the captain of the vessel. The captain must have taken note of the
prevailing environmental conditions and assessed the risk as being the
same or lower than when using other practicable methods of specific
available transfer.
The following rules must be followed:
The crane must be rated and certified for man-riding applications with
mechanic lowering, an automatic brake that engages when the winch goes
back to neutral; and a system that prevents clutching and freefall;
The basket must remain in full visibility of the crane operator or signalman
at all times;
Personnel must be only be transported in a carrier that has been approved
for these operations and is clearly marked to show the maximum number of
people that can be transported;
When possible. Use baskets for the transfer of personnel, any baggage
must be moved first, as this gives the operator of the crane and the
signalman a test before lifting people;
Personnel must wear the correct personal protective equipment;
The personnel being transferred by basket must have accepted that they
are willing to be transferred by this method.
RECOMMENDATIONS 14.1.
Before an operation with a basket, observe the following:
The basket must be in good conditions, equipped with all the devices set
forth in NORMAM 05 DPC chapter 4-0408;
The basket must be stored in well ventilated place, where it is not subject to
chemical or mechanical damage. It must be ready and unobstructed for use
at any time;
Before each use, it must be inspected by a qualified professional;
Every transfer basket must have its expiration date and transport capacity
clearly marked on the background protection canvas and its capacity, under
no circumstances, can be exceeded;
The most important operation of all is one that involves people. For sea
transport, training is mandatory, regardless of the type of vessel and the
transfer capacity of the basket, which can be for four or eight passengers;
It is observed that people mostly know the standards for basket transfer,
but had no practical training to be carried therein. This means of
transportation is one of the most important options for evacuation of a
maritime unit;
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The transfer of people will be performed under normal conditions, during
daytime only and under the following environmental conditions;
a) Minimum visibility of 3 km or 1.6 nautical miles.
b) Wind with maximum intensity of 30 knots or 55 km/h
c) Maximum wave height at 3m.
NOTE: All basket operations must be approved by the captain of the vessel in
accordance with existing procedures.
Marking according to NORMAM 05/DPC (Directorate of Ports and Coasts)
It must contain a steel plate, firmly attached to the inferior rim, containing:
a) Name of manufacturer;
b) Load capacity;
c) Type and model;
d) Serial number;
e) Manufacturing date; and
f) Imprints: Certificate of Approval number...
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LIFTING CONTAINERS 15.
METAL BOXES 15.1.
An iron box of small dimensions, for the
transportation of all kinds of loads. Its locking and
lifting systems of covers have varied patterns. It is
noteworthy that this type of container holds the
record for accidents.
Handling metal boxes demands some special
precautions.
Use slings with adequate capacity with a
length at least equal to the largest
dimension of the box cover. Move it with the use of crane, pulley block or
traveling crane;
To open and close metallic box lids, use straps attached by shackles and at
least two handles of the lid;
Position the box away from bulkheads or obstacles;
Lift the lid with the use of a crane or other device of adequate strength.
Open the lid at an angle greater than 90 and lock in the open position;
If it is not possible to open the lid with the use of strength apparatus,
request SUPERVISOR authorization. Considering the weight of the lid,
request assistance of three or more people to lift the lid manually;
Do not expose your body parts between the lid and the edge of the box
while opening or closing;
Use the lid’s suspension straps to suspend it;
Do not use ropes in the opening or closing of metal box lids;
Do not prop up or open metal box lids using wood, struts, pipes, gussets,
etc;
Every box must have its total weight clearly visible;
The weight of the lid must also be marked on it and clearly visible;
The container must be certified and suitable for the purpose and meet the
current procedure;
If there is doubt as to its suitability to hold the equipment or be handled
offshore, it must not be used or lifted.
METAL BASKETS 15.2.
Roofless equipment with or without open sides used to
transport various materials, including scrap.
For basket handling, use slings of suitable
capacity, with leg length at least equal to the
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largest dimension of the basket, and certified with the color code;
Do not use the basket with materials that can pass through the gaps as
they may fall off during movement and cause accidents;
The materials cannot, in any way, go beyond its edge;
The metal baskets must be certified and suitable for its operational purpose.
BAG 15.3.
Bag made from synthetic fiber with grips for transporting materials.
Observe the capacity of the bag before its
use;
Inspect the straps, seams and body of the
bag before its use;
Do not carry sharp materials that may
puncture or rip the fabric;
During the handling, do not brush against
structures or equipment, due to the risk of
rupture;
Do not drag on the ground, even if it is empty;
Do not use to transport people;
The bags must be certified and suitable for its operational purpose;
Do not use to transport materials with temperatures above 60º C;
Observe loads, like wet sand, which will be much heavier (2.5 times) than
the dry material.
SKID 15.4.
Equipment used to transport materials and cylinders.
The skid must always be lifted by the eyebolts. The
materials on equipment transported must be firmly
attached to the skid with metal or plastic straps and / or
nuts and bolts. Never use ropes;
It must always be inspected before any handling;
Besides halting the skid door with its own lock, also use
plastic or metal straps;
The skids carrying gas cylinders (oxygen) must be
transported with protective covers, and their slings must not be lubricated
with grease, preventing ignition with the oxygen.
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REFILLS E TANKS 15.5.
For handling tanks and refills, use:
Slings with adequate capacity, certified and
with color coding;
Containers placed on metal skids, used to
transport chemicals;
Before handling any refill or tank, full or
empty. It is essential to know its contents,
so that the necessary steps can be taken:
The first step is to familiarize oneself with the transported product, through
MSDS;
Check the closing of valves, stopcocks, dampers and covers before
handling, even if it is empty;
Before handling refills or tanks, full or empty, perform a thorough visual
inspection in order to detect dents, corrosion or cracks that may cause
leaks.
CONTAINER 15.6.
Closed equipment with cover and/or door.
For container handling, use slings with
adequate capacity, with leg length at least equal to
the largest dimension of the container that are
certified and have updated color coding.
Packed loads must be secured to prevent
colapses or displacements. The use of ropes to
open or close the covers is forbidden. Always keep the inside clean to avoid accidents
with nails, loose boards, open boxes, etc. Every container must have its weight (Tare)
legibly and indelibly marked. The container must be certified and suitable for its purpose
and comply with the organization’s current procedure. If there is any doubt as to its
suitability to hold the equipment or be handled offshore, it must not be used or hoisted.
200 LITER DRUMS 15.7.
Before handling any drums, it is essential to
know its contents in order for proper precautions to be
taken. Know the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
In case of leakage
The first step is to check the specification
of the product and whether it is harmful to
human health, the environment or if it is flammable;
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Do not transport in enclosed metal containers;
Do not manually handle filled drums. Be careful when tilting a full drum;
Consider its center of gravity. It may fall sharply and go back to its original
position abruptly;
Only manually handle drums with collection waste or at most 1/3 of its
capacity or empty;
When manually handling drum, be careful not to jam your hands/feet
against other drums/bulkheads or other close object or the floor;
It is forbidden to roll full or empty drums on the floor;
Use claws or special accessories for handling individual drums;
Take special care when the spilled product is a hazardous load;
After ensuring the product care instructions, transfer the remaining product
to another intact, clean, empty and properly identified drum with the
packaged product;
Collect the leaked product and appropriately discard it in a properly
identified drum with the discarded product. Only handle drums if they are
hermetically sealed.
DRUM STORAGE 15.8.
Any stacking of filled drums can only
be carried out on suitable cradles, in
the horizontal position with 3 layers
at most;
Empty drums must be stored
horizontally in a maximum of two
layers;
Vertically stocked empty drums must
be stored in one layer and on pallets;
The storage of drums containing chemicals must take into account possible
chemical reactions between incompatible materials.
BARRELS 15.9.
Before handling any barrel, it is essential to know its contents in order for proper
precautions to be taken. See Material Safety Data Sheet - MSDS.
In case of leakage
The first step is to check the specification of the product and whether it is
damaging to human health, the environment or if it is flammable;
Take special care when the spilled product is hazardous load;
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After making sure of the product care instructions, transfer the remaining
product to another intact, clean, empty and properly identified barrel with
the packaged product;
Collect the leaked product and discard it appropriately in properly identified
barrels with the discarded product.
Handling and moving barrels
Full or empty barrels must be handled vertically in baskets or appropriate
nets;
The movement of a 200 liter barrels must be carried out using similar carts
for transporting drums;
Do not carry filled or empty barrels in closed metal boxes or containers;
Do not manually move barrels with a capacity exceeding 50 liters;
Never manually tilt a barrel filled with a volume exceeding 50 liters
disregarding its center of gravity;
When manually handling a barrel, be careful not to jam your hands/feet
against other loads/bulkheads, floor or other objects;
Do not roll or drag filled barrels on the floor.
Barrel storage
Store barrels in an upright position with the cover pointing up;
The storage of barrels containing chemicals must take into account possible
chemical reactions between incompatible materials. See the Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) and your SUPERVISOR.
WOODEN BOXES 15.10.
When handling wooden boxes, check;
Weight and dimensions of the volume to be
handled;
Correct handling position ("THIS SIDE UP”);
Contents of the box;
Ensure that there are no loose materials that
may cause the imbalance of the box when
handled;
Fragility of the material contained in the box;
Existence of nails, splinters, staples, clips, sharp metal strips and others
that can cause hand injuries;
Follow the rules of ergonomics for handling boxes;
Whenever possible, use a cart or pallet trucks;
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When disposing of the wood originating from the disassembly of wooden
boxes or crates, be careful that nails or staples are not exposed, possibly
injuring someone.
Storage of wooden boxes
When stacking boxes, make sure that the most bulky and heavy ones stay
at the base of the stack and the lighter and smaller ones are at the top;
Do not stack crates;
When storing on shelves, make sure that the boxes of larger volume and
weight sit on lower shelves and the lighter and smaller ones on the upper
shelves.
HANDLING PALLETS 15.11.
Before lifting the pallet, inspect it for
damage. If there is doubt as to its
integrity, the load must be transferred to
a suitable pallet or alternative lifting
container. The defective pallet must be
scrapped.
Do not use soft alloys in the pallet. Lifting
tends to compress the pallet, which can
lead to its destruction. Furthermore, the
rough edges of the wood will rub and damage the sling’s fiber;
Use a certified hoisting device;
Do not overload the pallet or stack things so that they can fall easily. As a
rule, keep the height of the loaded material smaller than the width of the
base of the pallet;
The pallet forks of the cranes must be certified for lifting.
GAS CYLINDERS 15.12.
Only small manual handling of the cylinder is
allowed for the removal of the skids and positioning
in the cart. Be aware so the balance does not
exceed the position of stability of the center of
gravity;
Only lift gas cylinders when they are packed on
suitable skids;
Do not hoist cylinders in the transport cart;
During long distance transportation, secure cylinders to the skid with straps
or metal strips;
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Do not lubricate slings, cables and accessories used in handling oxygen
cylinders with oil or grease;Lift the skid by the appropriate eyebolts;
Make sure the cylinder is firmly secured to the skid
Gas cylinders, whether pressurized or not, must be handled with extreme
caution.
Do not move, carry or lift cylinders without a protecting helmet on the
valves;
Be careful not to have hands or feet pressed when moving the cylinder;
Only small manual handling of the cylinder is allowed for the removal of the
skids and positioning in the cart. Be aware so the balance does not exceed
the position of stability of the center of gravity;
Only lift gas cylinders when they are packed on suitable skids;
Do not hoist cylinders in the transport cart;
During long distance transportation, secure cylinders to the skid with straps
or metal strips;
Do not lubricate slings, cables and accessories used in handling oxygen
cylinders with oil or grease;Lift the skid by the appropriate eyebolts;
Make sure the cylinder is firmly secured to the skid
Gas cylinders, whether pressurized or not, must be
handled with extreme caution.
Do not move, carry or lift cylinders without a
protecting helmet on the valves;
Be careful not to have hands or feet pressed when
moving the cylinder;
SPOOLS AND REELS 15.13.
Do not roll spools manually;
Check the possibility of injury from nails, splinters, staples, clips, sharp
metal strips or others;
Store reels and spools so that they do not roll. Store them or turn them
with the flat side down;
When stacking spools or reels, observe the conservation of reels, stability of
the stack and place the larger ones under the smaller ones.
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STEEL PLATES 15.14.
Steel plates have sharp edges that can cause serious injury. Handling must be
done with careful observation of the safety rules:
Move steel plates in the vertical position using special lifting equipment for
plates;
Observe the wind conditions and the pitch of the vessel;
Never place your hand or foot between the plates;
Extra care when moving thin plates, as they have extremely sharp edges;
Do not drag the plates on the floor;
Do not manually suspend a plate by yourself. Ask a colleague for help;
Be careful when releasing the plate on the floor, do not put your hand under
it.
STORAGE OF PLATES 15.15.
Always store plates in sheltered areas;
Separate by thickness and size, in the upright position in racks with minimal
support at three points.
PIPES 15.16.
Accessory pipes must always be placed with two slings, each with the same length
and with an appropriate Working Load Limit (WLL).
Many of the activities on the platform are centered in the drill and/or production
pipes.
Safe and efficient work can be performed when the correct manner of working is
known and applied by the crew.
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The omission of such practices may increase the potential risk of accidents and
reduce the useful life of the equipment.
The use of levers when handling pipes can be determined by the supervisor or
crane operator, depending on the specific job to be performed.
Given the size and weight of the drill pipe and collars, the staff must learn how to
work with these drilling tools.
The drill collars weigh 2,700 lbs to 5,000 lbs per section, depending on the
size used. Bolts, fittings and ferrules provide areas of sealing by sections
when screwed together. Any damage to these areas during transport or
lifting may cause leaks and failures during drilling.
These pipes for replacement and adjustment increase the risk of accidents,
which could be avoided. Before releasing the pipes from the slings, it must
be ensured that they are strongly supported, avoiding any movement;
When handling pipes in bundles, one must take extra care to prevent
slipping;
Wrap slings or straps around the ends of the pipes at least twice so that the
bundle is tightened to avoiding slipping;
Before loosening the slings, chock the pipes to prevent them from rolling,
especially in floating installations;
Never lift a pipe by its mid-section, always by its ends at a 45° angle;
The number of pipes in each bundle must be such that the intermediary
pipes get caught and do not slide out of the bundle. Whenever practicable,
the pipes and fittings must be bundled in odd numbers;
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LASER RADAR SYSTEM (FANBEAM LASER RADAR SYSTEM) 16.
Equipment used on vessels equipped with a dynamic positioning system, it
consists basically of a laser emitting unit, a reflector and a receiver. The reflector is
positioned at the UO, the sender and receiver remain on the vessel. The relative position
of the vessel is obtained by the transit time of the laser beam, providing the correction
parameters for the dynamic positioning system.
REFLECTOR OF THE DYNAMIC POSITIONING (DP) OF VESSELS 16.1.
Many vessels operating in support of offshore units are equipped with dynamic
positioning resources, also known as DP. In most operations, there is the need for a
reflector to be installed in the Maritime Unit. For a safe operation, follow the guidance of
the vessel captain:
As to the placement of the deflector;
Remain isolated from any material that contains a reflective strip; and
Only remove with the captain´s permission.
STEEL CABLES AND STRAPS 17.
TERMS USED IN CARGO HANDLING 17.1.
Accessory
All material used to connect the load to the hook of the hoisting equipment, such
as: straps, loops, slings, anti-roll bars, etc.
Work load
It is the maximum allowable weight of the load in normal use, provided by the
manufacturer.
WLL - Working Load Limit.
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The maximum load that an item of the lifting equipment is designed to raise,
lower or suspend. The WLL does not consider specific service conditions that may affect
the final classification of the equipment.
SWL - Safe Working Load.
The maximum load that an item of the lifting equipment is able to raise, lower or
suspend, under specific service conditions, that is, the SWL may be smaller than the
WLL.
Break load
It is the greatest force the accessory is exposed to during the tensile test.
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Safety factor
It is the ratio between the break load and the work load, being that the same are
different between chains, ropes and synthetic webbing straps.
Ex: Horizontal cable pull - factor 4 to 5. Cables for winches and earthworks -
factor 5. Traveling cranes and electric hoists - factor 6 to 8
Center of Gravity
It is the point on the body where the weight is evenly distributed.
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Test Load
It is the force that the accessory is submitted to after its manufacture.
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Total Elongation
It is the elongation of an accessory at the time of its break in % of its total length.
Total length
It is the distance between the points of support in a unloaded sling.
Construction of a steel cable
Steel cable is a tool;
This tool is formed by wires, strands and a core;
The strand is a set of wires twisted in the same direction, and may have
more than one layer, arranged around a center core;
The strands are twisted in a spiral in one or more layers around a core;
Construction of a steel cable is the term used to indicate the number of
strands, the number of wires in each strand, its composition and the type of
core;
The strands of the cables can be manufactured in one, two or more
operations, depending on their composition.
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ANGULATION 18.
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COMPOSITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF STEEL CABLES 19.
SEALE COMPOSITION – There are at least two
adjacent layers with the same number of wires. All wires in the
same layer have high wear resistance.
WARRINGTON COMPOSITION – There is at least one
layer consisting of wires of two different and alternating
diameters. These cables have good wear resistance and good
fatigue resistance.
FILLER COMPOSITION – There are main wires and thin
wires, which serve as filling for the better accommodation of the
other wires. The filler wires are not subject to the specifications
that the main wires must meet. These cables have good wear
resistance, good fatigue resistance and high resistance to
denting.
FIBER CORES - Fiber cores generally give greater
flexibility to the steel cable. Steel cables can have natural fibers
(AF) or artificial fibers cores (AFA). The natural fiber cores are
usually made of sisal, and the artificial fiber cores are usually
made of polypropylene.
STEEL CORES - Steel cores ensure greater resistance to
denting and increase tensile strength. The steel core may be
formed by a cable strand (AA) or an independent steel cable
(AACI), the latter being the preferred mode when the larger
cable requires flexibility, combined with high tensile strength. A
6-strand cable with a steel core shows an increase of 7.5% in
tensile strength and about 10% in mass in relation to a cable
with a fiber core of the same diameter and construction.
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READING – Example: cable 6X19 + AF - the first number (6) indicates the
number of strands with which the cable is built: the second number (19) specifies the
amount of wires that make up each strand of the cable and AF indicates the core.
Therefore, cable 6X19+AF has 6 strands, each having 19 wires, i.e., a total of 114
strands of wire and fiber core.
TORSION - When the legs are twisted from left to right, it is said that the cable is
of "right torsion" (Z) (Opposite).
When the legs are twisted from right to left, it is said that the cable is of "Left
torsion" (S) (Opposite).
NOTE: The use of the left torsion cable is uncommon for most applications. Before
specifying a left torsion cable, we must consider all of the characteristics of the
application.
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No steel cable with a left torsion must be ordered without first considering all the
features of its use.
In the regular torsion cable, the wires of each leg are twisted in the opposite
direction to the torsion of its own legs (crossed). As a result, the wires at the top of the
legs are positioned approximately parallel to the longitudinal axis of the steel cable.
These cables are stable, have good internal wear and torsion resistance and are easy to
handle. They also have considerable resistance to denting and deformation due to the
short length of exposed wire.
In the Lang torsion cable, the wires of each strand are twisted in the same
direction as its own strands. The external wires are positioned diagonally to the
longitudinal axis of the steel cable and with a greater length of exposure than in the
regular torsion. Due to the fact that the external wires have a greater exposed area, the
torsion provides greater abrasion resistance to the steel cable. They are also more
flexible and have a higher fatigue resistance. They are more subject to internal wear,
distortion and deformation, and have low resistance to denting. In addition, the torsion
steel cables must always have its ends permanently fixed to prevent its distortion, and in
view of this, are not recommended for moving loads with one cable line.
USE 19.1.
Steel cables used in bosun’s chairs, winches and fall arrest devices are of 6x19
construction, and galvanized. There are 6 strands with 19 wires each, twisted around a
core which may be of steel or fiber;
Measuring the diameter: the diameter of the steel cable is that of its maximum
circumference;
Handling of the steel cable: the steel cable must be properly rolled and unrolled, in
order not to be easily damaged by permanent deformation and formation of closed
knots. If the cable is mishandled, i.e. rolled or unrolled without turning roller or reel, the
cable will be twisted and form a loop. With the closed loop, the cable will already be
damaged and need to be replaced or cut on site.
Important: even if a knot is apparently straightened, the cable can never provide
maximum service, according to the guaranteed capacity. Using a cable with this defect
becomes dangerous and can cause severe accidents.
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CATEGORY OF TRACTION RESISTANCE OF CABLES AND WIRES 19.2.
STEEL CABLE LUBRICATION 19.3.
The lubrication of steel cables is very important for their protection against
corrosion and also to reduce chafing due to the relative movement of its legs, wires and
the steel cable against parts of the equipment such as pulleys and drums. Lubrication of
a steel cable is as important as the lubrication of a machine.
NOTE: Never use burnt oil to lubricate a steel cable as it contains small metal
particles that will chafe against the cable, besides being an acidic product and offers few
of the features that a good lubricant must have.
A suitable lubricant for steel cables must have the following characteristics:
Be chemically neutral;
Have good adhesion;
Having a viscosity able to penetrate
between the strands and other wires;
Be stable under operating conditions;
Protect against corrosion; and be compatible with the original lubricant.
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TEST INSPECTION 19.4.
Before each use, the steel cable must be fully inspected for the following
problems:
Note: Inspections of steel cables are conducted periodically every 6 months by a
qualified and trained professional.
The first inspection to be made on a steel cable is the Receiving Inspection, which
must ensure that the material is as requested and has a quality certificate issued by the
manufacturer.
STEEL CABLE INSPECTION 20.
The visual inspection must be performed daily in steel cables used in equipment
for cargo handling and before each use for loops. Any doubt as to the safety conditions
of the material must be informed and the steel cable inspected by a qualified person.
The frequency of Periodic Inspection must be defined by factors such as: type of
equipment, environmental conditions, operating conditions, results of previous
inspections and service time of the steel cable.
For steel cable loops, this inspection must be performed at intervals not exceeding
six months, and be more frequent when approaching the end of its useful life. It is
important to record the inspection results.
The electromagnetic inspection of steel cables consists of passing the cable
through the apparatus with permanent magnets capable of magnetizing it with a strong
enough field to saturate the cable. The discontinuities in the cable are perceived by hall
sensors through the distortions in the lines of the magnetic flux. Those variations in
magnetic flux lines determine the located defects, that is, the broken wires.
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Closed knot formation due to mishandling.
Number of broken wires
4.8 mm diameter steel cable: it must be inspected in 3 cm long sections
and replaced if, in a section, there are 6 broken wires or if, in one strand,
there are 3 broken wires;
8 mm diameter steel cable: it must be inspected in 5 cm long sections and
replaced if, there are 6 broken wires in a section or if, in one strand, there
are 3 broken wires.
Corrosion
Verify the incidence of corrosion in galvanizing.
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MARKING AND COLOR CODE OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT 21.
All lifting equipment must be marked with their safe working load (SWL) in a
permanent and clearly visible manner, and must be marked exclusively to facilitate the
identification of the equipment. A system of color coding must be used in conjunction
with the requirements of testing and examination to assist in the identification of the
lifting equipment. Color coding must be comprised of three (3) colors: green, yellow and
blue and can be used in rotation in that order.
a) If an entire cable has problems, it must be retired. In case of localized
problems, it can be cut and used.
b) Upon observing a steel cable, if a serious defect is located, the cable must
be replaced, even if the permissible number of broken wires has not
reached the limit contained in the table, or even without any broken wires.
The visual inspection of a cable overrides any standard or method of replacement.
To place an order, simply use the number assigned by the company, adding the
final size desired. Also, all grips must be tested to twice the working load limit and an
updated certificate for each loop. Each grip has a metal glove with a description of the
load limit and the number of the test certificate. Each grip must have a metal tag with
the following information:
Manufacturer´s Name;
Specification;
Date of test;
Number of test certificate;
Working load limit (WLL);
Length and diameter.
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Recommendations for exchanging steel cable
When there is a visible number of broken wires and the mostly damaged
section is above the limit set in the Standard;
When there are one or more broken wires near the installed accessory
(clamp, socket, etc.);
When there is a 15% reduction of the nominal diameter;
When there are crushed or dented strands;
When the deformation reaches, at the unfavorable point, a misalignment
greater than 1/3 of the diameter of the cable;
When a state of corrosion is observed.
NOTE: Do not use any accessories that has an expired Certificate or does not have
its nameplate, color code.
Maintenance
Keep it away from abrasive, harmful chemicals (acids), and sharp corners;
Store it in a dry space, in a spool, for easy handling without structural
torsion;
Keep all certificates for the steel cables and accessories in an organized
manner.
Eyebolt with clamps
The clamps must be assembled correctly and retightened after beginning to use
steel cable.
Record of inspections
Maintaining a proper record is important for safe load handling. The record
must describe the sling and list the identification marks;
Periods of inspection and testing must be determined and included in the
record;
The loop condition and results of all tests must be recorded after each
inspection;
The motive and description of any repair must be recorded;
Record keeping is considered a continuous description, ensuring that the
loop is being inspected, tested and properly maintained and is in good
working order.
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What is Regulation of Conformity Assessment - RAC?
Regulation of Conformity Assessment - RAC is the document that contains specific
rules, drafted and approved by INMETRO through an Ordinance, to meet the accredited
bodies, in the perfect fulfillment of conformity assessment services.
Through the RAC, INMETRO establishes criteria for the conformity assessment
program for steel cables of general use, establishing two distinct models of choice for
certification for obtaining and maintaining authorization for the use of the Conformity
Identification Seal:
The RAC must be followed by all companies that manufacture, import or sell
general use steel cables throughout the Brazilian territory. Those who sell steel cables
for general use and do not meet the requirements of the RAC will be subject to harsh
penalties.
The goal of the RAC is to establish criteria for identifying the appropriate level of
safety through the mechanism of compulsory certification, meeting the requirements of
standard ABNT NBR ISO 2408:2008.
If there is any type of accident and the cable used is not in accordance to the RAC,
is there is some kind of civil penalty to the distributor and/or the buyer?
The Consumer Defense Code requires that all who compete in releasing products
or services on the market are jointly and severally liable. Thus, the distributor and / or
buyer are also liable.
The steel cables must be in accordance with
INMETRO Ordinances No. 176/2009 and 209/2009.
STRAPS (FIBER SLINGS) 22.
All users must be aware that fiber slings or flat straps are particularly susceptible
to damage, and have a potentially higher risk. It is very important that they are
completely inspected before and after use.
Recommendations for use:
Inspect the sling carefully before lifting, looking for signs of damage such as
cuts, tears, abrasions, broken points or particles of strange bodies in the
fibers. Those that are damaged are unsafe and must be destroyed to
prevent future use;
In the case of round slings protected by an external jacket, any further cuts
in the jacket may indicate internal damage, so they must not be used and
must be destroyed;
Ensure that they have not been exposed to heat and are kept away from
surfaces contaminated with oil, grease and chemicals.
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Endless slings
These sling loops consist of polyester straps
sewn in a ring shape. They can be used as round
straps, but with limitations in the workloads.
Round slings
Consists of endless slings made from polyester straps with single or double covers
to protect them from dirt and/or wear.
There are two types of covers: double cover stitch, which provides a more rigid
strap, or seamless, for a softer version.
Slings with two reinforced eyes
These slings are loops with eyes at each end. Round slings can have eyebolts, but
its more robust format with a fiber core and cover makes it
more suitable for lifting heavier loads. They are often used due
to the fact that its malleability prevents damage to the
material being hoisted.
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PROCEDURES FOR THE SAFE USE OF SLINGS 22.1.
Never use damaged slings;
The slings must be examined regularly by a qualified person. The inspection
is essential to ensure the highest level of safety in Cargo Handling
operations;
Follow the manufacturer's instructions and never apply overload in the
accessory. Choose the type of sling suitable for your task;
Properly position the sling in a balanced manner to facilitate removal. Do
not support directly on the floor, use wedges;
Do not use on parts with sharp corners or edges;
Always keep the slings clean and preserved, stored in a dry place, protected
from sunlight, chemical and mechanical agents;
Repairs can only be performed by the manufacturer.
NOTE: In accordance with the safety policy of each organization, a Permit for
Work (WP) for the use of SLINGS is required.
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SAFETY ROPES 23.
Used to support the boson’s chair or as a life line for fixing the fall arrest device
and safety harness, or even as a connecting element from that to the life line, they must
meet the specifications of the Ministry of Labor and Employment.
Inspection: Before each use, the rope must be fully inspected. External inspection:
the covering of the rope must be perfect, constant diameter, uncut, burnt parts in the
wires, without significant wear by abrasion and without suspicion of contamination by a
chemical harmful to its structure.
Internal inspection: touching it at whole length, the rope must not show lumps,
inconsistencies to the fold, slimming of the core (inside), movement or gap between
covering and core.
Important: If the entire rope has problems, it must be retired. If the problems are
localized, it can be cut and used.
Maintenance: The safety rope must be used by a single worker who is responsible
for its care. Theoretically, the useful life of the rope cannot be predetermined, depending
on the frequency and care during use, degree of exposure to chemicals, abrasive
elements and sunlight.
Practically, for polyamide ropes, we adopt a useful life of no more than four years
after its manufacture. In very severe work situations, it is customary to retire it after a
year.
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TOOLS AND HARDWARE 24.
General safety precautions with hand tools
These tools are used to force materials, packaging, boxes and to move objects
over smooth surfaces
A crowbar-type lever is used to move wagons off of a railroad. A piece of wood,
for example, cannot replace it with the same safety. Misused levers, in general, may
cause serious accidents. A lever must be used, taking into account the size, type and
length suitable for each job.
An overloaded lever can bend and, upon losing its original form, hampers its
application.
Stretching its length, through a coupling or pipe to increase its leverage may
cause the fall of a worker with serious consequences.
It must be stored in appropriate places, for outside a safe place, it may fall and
cause an accident.
1. Use the proper type according to the work;
2. Use an appropriate sized tool for the job to be performed. A larger tool is
always better than having to adapt a force pipe;
3. Inspect tools frequently for cracking, worn teeth, weak springs, damaged or
warped surfaces. Repair or replace those that are not in good conditions. It
is much safer to pull than to push a tool. Fixed teeth are stronger than
mobile ones, thereby the pulling force must be directed towards the fixed
teeth;
a) Do not try to work with a skewed tool towards the object to be
tightened. Use an angular connection in order to get a perfect fit with
the nut or bolt;
b) Never use a wrench as a hammer;
c) Make sure the teeth of a pipe wrench are clean and in perfect
condition;
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d) Place your hands and body in order to protect yourself from possible
injury.
e) Probably the main reason why workers often hurt themselves using
wrenches is that many do not work with enough seriousness. If there
were no risk, any fool could use a wrench without hurting himself.
LOAD ACCESSORY 25.
They are devices (hardware) used for assembling slings and cargo lashings.
Clips
"U" shaped piece with a threaded case at both ends with a striated body to fix the
cable. Provides maximum efficiency of 85% of the cable’s breaking point. Clips must
always be placed with even spacing and with nuts of cases towards the leg of the cable
leg that will undergo tension. The ightening must be gradual, uniform and periodic.
Note: The use of manufactured steel cables must meet the current procedures.
Portalurit (Glove)
Type of hand that fixes the eyebolt to the end of the cable. It has 100% efficiency
from the cable rupture point.
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Eyebolt
Loop made with own leaded or braided cable (sewn), plain with thimble.
Loop with eyebolts and thimbles at the ends.
Thimble
Accessory used to protect and give rigidity to the loop
of the steel cable.
Load shackle
Formed by two parts: the body and bolt (shackle bolt), easily removable, which is
used for securing the load. The shackles have their variable load capacity and it comes
stamped on the part itself. They must be replaced when any deformation or wear
exceeds 10% of its diameter.
Note: Make sure color coding is up to date and marked with its Safe Working Load
(SWL) clearly visible and permanent.
The recommended shackle is bow or anchor type equipped with safety pin, i.e.,
screw, nut and split pin. Never replace the high degree shackle bolt with a pattern screw,
they are not able to bear the load.
Note: Never modify the shackle or alter its
manufactured characteristics.
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Load Shackles
Shackle Grade M and Grade T - AMA
O Ring
Accessory that interconnects the sling with the cargo handling
equipment. The load capacity varies according to the dimensions.
Irregularities, cracks, deformations, wear above 10% of the original
diameter when detected, must be replaced.
Winch Hook
Formed by a curved piece, used in the interconnection with
loads. The load capacity varies depending on the dimensions.
Irregularities, torsion greater than 10 degrees, the latch opening
greater than 15% of the original, cracking, wear greater than
10% of the original diameter when detected, the winch hook
must be replaced.
Note - Never use equipment and accessories that do not have updated
certifications.
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Referências de Fabricação
Sling
Devices composed of cables, chains or straps and accessories designed to promote
the interconnection between the equipment and cargo handling equipment. If the slings
are correctly adjusted, without torsion in the legs. If using two slings to hoist a load,
ensure that each leg has the capacity of the total weight to be lifted. Confirmation that
the size and type of bolt are correct for the shackle type.
NOTE: Check slings and accessories are certified and comply with updated color
coding, and are marked with the Safe Working Load (SWL) clearly visible and
permanent.
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SHACKLE LOAD TABLE 26.
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MANUAL WINCHES 27.
There are two basic types of winches on the platforms. One is the chain (hoist).
And another is the sliding type.
The chain winch is more commonly called a hoist. It is simply a system of reducing
gears connected to a master gear by a chain. In order to lift a weight, pull up on the
longer side of the chain, to lower it, pull it down on the other side. There are load limits
for this device. Do not exceed these limits, the chains cannot bear the excess.
There are two sliders, the chain one and steel cable one. The chain ones are
simply packed with a ratchet steering bar. By placing the ratchet in the neutral position
and releasing the brake, the chain moves freely up and down.
The sliding type with steel cable is also a tool for light jobs, in the same way as
that of the chain hoist. In both types, do not exceed the established load limits.
Safety Precautions with chain winch
Use the appropriate chain according to the type of work (weight being
lifted). The chains tend to be visibly marked with their capacity in tons;
There must be a man capable of pulling the chain with ease. If not, use a
larger chain;
The weights must not be lifted to any height without the supervision of an
observer or before taking precautions to avoid tipping the load;
The load chain must not be wrapped around the load to be lifted. Use grips;
Do not use a connector to link two or more pieces of steel cable;
Always place the load in the center of the winch, never at the end. The
winch is designed to bear the weight of the load in the center: using the tip
to bear the load will cause stress at an non-designed end);
Inspect the chains periodically. Do not put oil in the clutch. Lubricate and
measure the chains as often as they are used. Do not weld the damaged
links, if the chain is broken or cracked, replace the chain;
Keep equipment in good repair or discard it;
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Do not use the winch chain as a grip;
Keep the winch in line with the load;
It is forbidden to bend the chain when it is under stress;
Be certain the position of your feet (base) before pulling the lever to
prevent slips, falls or fatigue;
Visually inspect for defects before use.
NOTE: Winches and hoists must be fixed to pre-established, tested and certified
points such as: eyebolts and hoist rails. Other points must be carefully studied and
released by a qualified professional.
ENVIRONMENT ORGANIZATION 27.1.
Being organized means cleanliness. It means a place for everything and
everything in its place. Being organized means not letting tools, parts,
objects, debris, or even trash scattered everywhere.
All passages, stairs, corridors must be kept clean without obstacles such as
tools, boxes, cans, steel plates or hoses.
The deck of platforms, main deck and other work areas must be kept clean
and free of hand tools, cans of chemicals, hoses or any material that could
obstruct passage.
After finishing work, all tools must be cleaned, checked for damage,
repaired and stored in their proper places.
There must be adequate supports to store pipes, chains, stabilizers or other
objects that may fall during the movement of the platform.
NOTE: Winches and hoists must be secured at pre-established, tested and certified
points such as eyebolts and hoist rails. Other points must be carefully studied and
authorized by a qualified professional.
SAFETY IN CRANE OPERATIONS 28.
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NOTE: All cranes installed on the Operational Unit must have a Load Cell installed,
calibrated and certified and in perfect working order.
LOAD CELLS 28.1.
Monitors lifted loads, boom length, angle and turning radius; has an audible and
visual alarm of the predetermined values, excellent assistant in operations where safety
in cargo handling is critical.
The main equipment employed to lift and move material at the rigs is the pedestal
crane. These cranes have a load capacity ranging from 15 tons to over 45 tons. The
typical pedestal crane performs three basic tasks. It is capable of moving the boom up
and down.
Load Table
It is a table containing the capacity (height, weight, operating radius) of
each crane. For a safe operation, the height limits and capacity of each
device must be complied with. The operating radius is also taken into
account in this calculation;
Note: The maximum load table under all conditions of use, written in Portuguese,
must be posted inside the cabin within easy view of the operator (NR-34-10:13-d).
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Crane designed especially for offshore platforms, for use in cargo handling
on the platform and from the supply vessel to the platform and vice versa;
It is able to lift and lower loads with
cable or cables. On most drilling
platforms, these cranes can perform a 360
degree turn with the boom. The
movement of the boom upwards and
downwards, the radius of the lifting point
can be controlled. In a 20-ton crane, for
example, the maximum weight that it can
safely lift is 20 tons, but this can only be
done with the boom at the highest angle
and a minimum of boom extension;
As the boom length is increased or the angle is reduced, the limit also decreases.
These load limits are also just for the "load cable" or the main block. The boom
extension line or fast line will have a much lower load capacity. On most platforms, the
highest load capacity limit of the extension line of the boom is 10,000 pounds (whip
line).
Do not exceed the capacity of these cranes. An inoperable crane can halt
operations on a platform.
Note: Crane operators and signalmen must comply with the rules at all times,
and in addition to the rules specified for specific types of cargo handling operations.
Os alarmes associados aos limites estabelecidos pelo gráfico de cargas com
relação ao ângulo da lança nunca devem ser excedidos nem ignorados.
Alarms associated with the limits established by the loads graph with
respect to the angle of the boom must never be exceeded or ignored.
There must be at least two members of the deck crew (a signalman and a
roustabout) directly involved in all cargo handling operations;
The main load being hoisted must not exceed the load rating graph
whenever there is a lift;
Communications by radio or connected intercom must have its functions
fully tested and confirmed as operational;
Any closed circuit television that monitors
the work area is considered an aid and
not a replacement for any of the
operators, signalmen and rigger.
By directing the crane in blind zones, in
the transport of personnel and other
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lifting operations when radio communication is necessary, confirmatory
communication must be used.
Crane capable of operating in deep waters. These cranes must have a system
called heave compensator which is capable of reducing the transmission of vertical
movements of the ship to the tip of the crane cable. It increases the operability of the
vessel in rough seas;
For the launching and lifting of Remotely operated vehicles (ROV), two Launch and
Recovery Systems (called LARS) are used - one on each side of the vessel. They will be
positioned inside the ROV garages (see position in the overall arrangement) and will be
capable of launching the ROV over 3 meters from the side of the vessel.
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CRANE SAFETY DEVICES 28.2.
For the protection of personnel, lifting equipment and operations, several safety
requirements must be established by the Manager of the offshore installation;
The crane boom and the load cables must be activated by the "power up" and
"power down" controls. Free descents are not allowed;
The boom, pitch device and load line wire reel must be equipped with a
locking device to prevent the cargo from sliding;
All moving parts of the power train must be properly secured in the vicinity
of the maneuvering personnel;
The equipment of the crane must be stopped before performing repairs,
adjustments or maintenance;
On most platforms and vessels, the primary responsibility of the signalman
or load handling assistant is to assist the crane operator in securing load
and guiding crane movements during the movement of cargo from one
place to another on the platform or launching a ROV and LINES from a
supply boat to the platform / vessel or vice versa;
During these operations, the crane operator depends on the signalman to
see for him. What the signalman actually does is to tell the operator exactly
"what" and "when to do";
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This is done by a system of manual signals. These signals are standardized
across all industries.
FORKLIFTS 29.
Motor vehicle designed for lifting, carrying and positioning materials. It is built on
the seesaw system, in which the load placed on the forks is balanced by the weight of
the machine.
The forklift is constructed in such a manner that the operating principle is the
same as the "seesaw”. Therefore, the load placed on the forks must be balanced by a
counterweight equal to the weight of the load placed on the other side, since the Balance
Point or Center of Gravity is in the middle of the seesaw.
Toda empilhadeira tem a sua capacidade de
carga especificada a um determinado centro de
carga, isto em virtude de transportar sua carga fora
da base dos seus eixos, ao contrario do que acontece
com uma carga transportada por caminhão.
O centro
de carga (D) é a
medida tomada a partir da face anterior dos garfos
até o centro da carga. Tem-se como norma
especificar as empilhadeiras até 4.999 a 50 cm de
centro de carga e, dessa capacidade em diante, 60
cm.
If the weight of the load exceeds the rated capacity of
the forklift or the load center is beyond specifications, there
may be an imbalance, resulting in tipping, with serious damage
to both the operator and to the equipment or the load.
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The stability triangle formed by the suspension points of the machine are: Pivot
pin of rear axle and each of the rear wheels.
Forklift operations must comply with the following rules:
Be aware of its operation and maintenance;
Operations must be carried out at reduced speed and safely to avoid losses,
material damage and injury to personnel;
The vehicle must not be operated forward when carrying loads that block
the operator's view;
The operator must not leave the forklift with the engine running. The engine
must be turned off and the brakes applied before leaving the forklift;
Areas that hinder the traction of the wheels must be avoided. Wet ground,
spilled oil, ice on the ground, etc. If possible, these causes must be
eliminated;
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At intersections or locations without vision, the operator must sound the
horn;
Attention regarding the height and width limits of the working area;
The operator must take all care near pipes or tanks of chemicals to avoid
collisions and possible perforation;
It is forbidden to carry hitchhikers on the forklift;
People near the forklift must be vigilant to avoid accidents;
The height and width of the load must be proportional to the routes to be
followed;
No load may be left blocking emergency exits, fire extinguishers or other
lifesaving devices;
The forklift booms must be kept retracted when not in use to prevent
tripping;
Forklifts must not be used to as personnel elevators;
Caution regarding allowed load limits;
Operator must always turn the engine off and remove the keys when the
forklift is not in use;
Equipment operators of motorized transports must be trained and may only
drive during working hours with an identification card with the name and
photograph in a visible place (NR-11);
The safe working load (SWL) must be clearly identified on the forklift;
Perform routine inspections on the operating systems, the fluid levels,
brakes, lights, leaks, tire calibration etc., before leaving;
The forks must be between 150mm (6 ") and 300 mm (12") from the
ground.
Forklift Load Momentum
NOTE: The sum of these two momentums (torques) for the equipment and cargo
must not exceed the maximum momentum recommended by the Forklift manufacturer.
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The Forklift Load Momentum will be: distance between the axis and the front face of the
fork support + position of the center of gravity (CG) of the load X forklift load capacity =
Kg.mm
Center of Gravity (CG) is the term most used to express the center of mass (CM)
of a body. The Center of Gravity is simply an median position of the distribution of the
weight force. Note that the definitions of CM and CG are different: the first refers to the
distribution of mass, the other to the distribution of weight. Since the weight force
exerted on a body mass (M) is proportional to its mass, CG and CM refer to the same
point of a body in regions close to the surface.
GRAPH RELATED TO ACCIDENTS WITH FORKLIFT 30.
In a counterbalanced four-wheel forklift, the center of gravity
is ahead of the rear axle at the narrowest point of the triangle of
stability.
In an articulated forklift, the triangle of stability is reversed,
with the center of gravity at the widest point of the triangle.
With an articulated forklift, the center of gravity does not
change significantly when the forklift is lifting a load.
If the weight of the load exceeds the rated
capacity of the forklift or the load center is beyond its
specifications, there may be an imbalance and consequent tipping, with
serious damage to both the operator and the equipment or the load.
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SAFETY IN TRAVELING CRANE OPERATIONS 31.
Only personnel qualified, trained and approved in
specific tests may be authorized to operate Traveling
Cranes.
All Traveling Crane operators must undergo specific
medical examinations, and will only be able to operate
such equipment when considered appropriate by the
physician.
All operators of mobile transportation equipment (winches, forklifts, traveling
cranes) will be identified by a specific badge, which must contain the name, photo, type
of equipment authorized to operate, expiration date, date and signature of the issuer.
The operator must wear the badge in a visible location to facilitate his/her
identification.
Useful tips:
Approach the load;
Assess weight and other loading conditions.
Know the capacity of the traveling crane.
Select the auxiliary steel cable according to
the type of load and weight. Check the
angle of the cables. See the table of weights
and cable capacity.
Secure the cargo properly.
Proceed to lifting slowly and carefully.
Use reduced speed.
Make sure that there is enough space to lift the load.
Take special care with aerial installations such as water, gas, electric pipes,
etc.
Note if the load is secured, especially in the case of loose parts.
Lift the load a bit, if it tips to one side, lower it and adjust the balance.
Do not pass the load over people or allow them to pass under the load.
Remember: "Anyone can operate Traveling Cranes, but only a trained operator
can do so safely”.
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HAND SIGNALS FOR TRAVELING CRANES 32.
HAND SIGNALS AND COMMUNICATION 32.1.
ConvencionaL Signs 32.1.1.
According to ABNT NBR11436 - Hand Signals for Cargo Handling by Means of
Mechanical Lifting Equipment.
Standardized hand signals by ANSI B30.5 used to control operations with Cargo
Handling Equipment.
During the execution of the services, standardized hand signals by ANSI B30.5 as
ANNEX B-CONVENTIONAL SIGNALS must be used, unless a sound system
communication is used (telephone, radio or equivalent). Signals must be recognizable
(clear), audible and visible at all times. An operator must not answer unless the signs
are clearly understood.
Conventional Signals must be posted in a visible place in the Container or Room or
Cabin of the Cargo Handling Team or on the Hoisting Equipment.
Knowledge and use of Conventional Signals must be assured for personnel
involved in cargo handling operations.
For operations that are not covered by the signal table or special conditions,
additions or modifications of standardized signs must be ordered. In such cases, these
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special signals must be known and agreed upon in advance by the crane operator and
the signalman and must not conflict with or be potentially confused with standardized
signals.
The Crane Operator and Signalman must, before starting the operation, review
the Conventional Signals to ensure full understanding. If it is necessary to provide the
crane operator with other instructions, that must be done before starting the operation
or stopping the crane when moving. When it is necessary for operations to be controlled
by signals, a signalman must be scheduled to work with the crane. The signalman must:
Be qualified with experience in operations and knowledge of standard hand
signals;
Be positioned so as to be seen by the operator and make sure that the
signals can be seen. This view must provide a clear view of the load and the
area of crane operation;
Direct load to prevent the passage of people;
Any personnel unnecessary to the operation must be kept away from the
crane’s area of operation. The operator will comply immediately with an
emergency stop signal given by any person.
Hand signals for controlling operation of cargo handling equipment, according to
standard ABNT NBR11436 - Hand Signals for Cargo Handling by Means of Mechanical
Lifting Equipment.
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KNOTS 33.
CLOVE HITCH 33.1.
This knot is used to tie a rope around a fixed point when stress (tension) is
expected from both sides of the knot. It must not be used if only one part is required,
because then, this knot may slip dangerously.
BOWLINE 33.2.
It is certainly one of the most useful types of knots. It is easy to be done, is very
strong, does not slip and is not tightened under tension, and can be easily undone if
necessary.
To make the bowline, one must make a loop at the end of the rope, pass the end
of the rope inside the loop, and then, go behind the end of the rope, going back inside
the loop and tightening the bowline that was formed.
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MOSTLY USED CONTANTS 34.
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CHECK-LIST FOR BEGINNING CARGO OPERATION 35.
Unit: Equipment:
Operator
Date:
1 PPE Verified? Comments
YES NO
SIGNALMAN using clothing with reflective strips
Workers involved in the operations equipped with
proper gloves for mechanical agents (abrasives) and/or
chemical agents.
2 Tools Verified? Comments
YES NO
Before performing any work, all equipment, tools and
accessories must be inspected so that they are in
perfect condition.
Extension cable hooks are equipped with safety locks
that do not allow clamping accidental in cargo or
obstacle
Check operating conditions of the means of
communication (radio transmitter / intercom / Horn).
Including test with SIGNALMAN.
Operational load cell identifier and angle of boom.
Check validity of certificate of calibration.
Manufacturer’s Load Table for various conditions of
lifting and boom length accessible to the crane operator
Protection of crane sun visor
Radiator water level
Engine oil level
Hydraulic Oil Level
Lighting System
Tires / wheels / chocks
Mechanical System
General Electric System
Body and Lanterns
Cleaning and Lubrication
Reverse gear alarm
Brakes
Battery and fuel level
Fire extinguishers
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3 Materials Verified? Comments
YES NO
Tag line with conditions and sufficient length for
operation
Steel cables and slings in perfect condition and suitable
for the load to be moved.
4 Method Verified? Comments
YES | NO
The person responsible for cargo handling has prior
knowledge of weight and all products, materials or
equipment to be moved and to track all operations,
guiding the cargo handling team and operator
There is free space with displayed safety signs for the
positioning of loads before moving them. Observe the
risks that the environment offers and provide
containment measures before starting the job.
The stacking of loads, informing assistants, that the
bulkier and heavier items will be at the bottom of the
stack and the lower shelves, and one must respect the
limits of the shelf edge
Plan ahead the path of the suspended load so it does
not collide with equipment, objects, structures or
people, especially near inhabited places such as:
superstructures, containers, workshops and others
(before lifting loads)
Ensure that people not involved in the job are kept
away from the cargo handling area (before lifting cargo)
Before starting the operation, the crane operator and
signalman must review the standard signals.
Check weather conditions, taking into account defined
limit parameters
Check and ensure the maintenance of at least 5 turns of
cable around the drum
5 Manpower (MP) Verified?
Comments YES NO
When handling chemicals, all personnel involved must
know the instructions contained in the Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) of the product being handled.
Initials of operator: Initials of Supervisor:
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Checklist with Cargo Handling
Unit: Installation: Equipment: Responsible for verification:
I
ITEM CONDITION TO BE VERIFIED
(
Y
(
N
(
N/A
1 For all work with cargo handling, is a Cargo Handling Plan (Rigger Plan)
prepared?
2 Are the load tables for equipment and accessories available inside the
machine for easy reference?
3 Does the definition of the straps, steel cables and chains to be used in lifting
take into account the weight and dimensions of the load?
4 Are the working conditions examined during the maneuvers of equipment
with loads close to wiring and electrical outlets?
5 Is the cargo handling area, its size and turn radius of high cargo handling
isolated, preventing the passage of people under the cargo?
6 Is the load line vertical during the whole time?
7 When there is a possibility of collision or turning of the load during
movement, is a tag line used?
8 Is a boathook used to reach the tag line, preventing the worker from being
under the load?
9 Is the safety device of the equipment (e.g. limit switches, winch locks, cargo
weight identifiers) tested before starting work?
1
0
A visual inspection of the lifting and handling device that will be used
(shackles, slings, cables etc.) is performed, verifying their status (e.g. broken
wires in steel cables, status of straps)?
1
1
Are all slings in use fully supported on the inside of the winch with an
operational winch lock in order to prevent the sling from being released?
1
2 Is the cargo secured at its balance point?
1
3
To prevent cargo from sliding, is a wooden block placed between the cable
and the cargo surface?
1
4
Are the extension cable hooks equipped with safety locks that do not allow
accidental clamping of loads or obstacles?
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1
5
When performing maneuvers that do not allow the visualization of obstacles,
is there a signalman?
1
6
It is prohibited to transport materials within containers tied by fiber ropes in
cargo lifting operations?
1
7
Are the auxiliary accessories for handling cargo (e.g..: slings, chains, straps
and containers) certified?
1
8
Are safety devices provided, associated with the equipment and
systems involved in cargo handling, like: path ends, load
indicators, safety locks in hooks, audible and visual alarms?
Key: (Y) = CONDITION MET
(N) = CONDITION NOT MET
(N/A) = CONDITION NOT APPLICABLE
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CARGO HANDLING PRACTICE 36.
1 Apply toolbox talk, describing requirements for planning and job handover;
2 Isolate the entire area;
3 Divide students into teams;
4 Applicability of hand and radio signals with an approach on the signalman in
compliance with NR-34;
5 Remove passenger basket and container cables, arranging them in the
training area;
6 Wait for crane positioning and plan operation with the crane operator
defining the origin, route and destination of cargo;
7 Transfers of students in the passenger basket, explaining about its
operation;
8 Lift the container, moving from the starting point to the front of the crane;
9 Carry basket with chemicals, explaining about MSDS;
10 Transfer Drill Pipes, explaining about movement, angles and radius;
11 Explain how to find the radius;
12 Find the center of gravity of the yellow part;
13 Understanding tag lines, knots and their applicability;
14 Explain about slings, accessories and certifications;
15 Carry and secure drums;
16 Explain about gross load, load testing and liquid cargo;
17 Explain about certifications and nameplates of cargo handling accessories.
NOTE: When transferring students in the passenger basket, checking blood
pressure and the use of safety harnesses is mandatory.
Note: It is important to remember that practical training must be carried out with
drills focused on risk perception, seeking to develop a preventive criterion in students.
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BIBLIOGRAPHIC REFERENCE 37.
Petrobras - Manual de segurança em movimentação de cargas da UN-BC –
2004. Padrões Petrobras.
PE-21-00247. PE-27-00189. PE-27-01523. PE-27-01526. PE-27-01535. PE-
27-01517. PE-27-01524.
CIMAF – Catálogo de cabos de aço – Maio 2002.
Gunnebo – Catálogo de acessórios – 2007.
Associação Brasileira de Tecnologia para Equipamentos de Manutenção –
SOBRATEMA.
Guindastes móveis – Agosto 2000.
Ministério do Trabalho e Emprego – MTE.
Normas Regulamentadoras – NR 6 – NR 11 – NR 17 NR18 –NR 34.
Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas – ABNT.
NIOSH (National Institute for Occupation Safety and Health) para
movimentação de cargas.