Craning and Rigging Standard

Document Number: Applies To:

MSS0012A Standard – Administrative Maintenance Support
Services - Cranes
Revision Date: 2016/09/28
Revision: 1 Document Owner (Title): Manager, Cranes
Review Cycle: 3

Summary of Changes
Section
Rev No. Revision Made
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1 Changed Business Units. Transferred to New Template.

Scope This standard applies to all mobile cranes, truck mounted cranes and boom trucks with a
capacity 2000 kg or more, which work for Suncor, or any of Suncor’s contractors or
subcontractors. This standard applies to lifting devices, including cranes and hoists, with a
rated load capacity of 2000 kg or more. (Overhead cranes and hoist shall be covered
under separate standards).

Purpose To ensure that craning and rigging activities involve a systematic identification of
associated loss exposures and remedial actions are established to control the risk to
people, equipment, materials, process and the environment.
To define the guidelines for proper and safe performance of craning and rigging activities
consistent with legislation, codes, best practices, procedures and work practices best
suiting Suncor Energy Inc., Oil Sands directed lease operations.

Compliance Suncor Base Plant

Roles and The following individuals and groups have the following roles and responsibilities:
Responsibilities

Document Owner • Ensures this document is reviewed according to the required

revision cycle.
• Ensures the document is updated to accommodate changes to
Suncor, provincial, and federal regulation.
• Ensures the document is updated to mitigate risks found as the
result of an incident.

Document Approver • Ensures this standard is necessary and that it aligns with
management and company direction.

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References • CAN/CSA-Z150.98
• ASME B 30.20-2006 “Below the Hook Lifting Devices”
• LMP0018A – Refusal To Work On Grounds Of Imminent Danger
• MSS0003A – Use of Portable Frequency Communication Devices
• RGM10001 – Oil Sands and In Situ Contractor Safety Regional General Manual
• LMS0042A – Safety Requirements for Suncor Rentals Standard

Standard 1. The Lift Planning Process Requirements

Responsibility Item Description

The Director, 1.1 Ensures the Crane Contractor will meet the process set out in Oil Sands and In Situ
Materials Contractor Safety Regional General Manual RGM10001.
Management,
Planning and
Control

The Director, 1.2 Ensures the Crane Supply Company will meet the specifications and conditions set
Materials out in Safety Requirements for Suncor Rentals or Contractor Supplied Equipment, -
Management, LMS0042A. (Reference: Occupational Health and Safety Act / Code).
Planning and
Note: Only crane companies that have been pre-qualified by Suncor Energy Inc.,
Control
Oil Sands are permitted to perform work on the Suncor site. This includes all work
directly contracted or indirectly through contractor/sub-contractor agreements.

Senior 1.3 Ensures the crane end user is aware of the relationship between the load, the rigging
Management of and crane risks as it relates to the specific job site and the individual craning and
the Business rigging responsibilities.
Units

Senior 1.4 Ensures stability of ground area is communicated to the crane end user. (Reference:
Management of Occupational Health and Safety Act / Code).
the Business
Units

Senior 1.5 Ensures the crane end user is aware of their responsibility for using only certified
Management of crane equipment and qualified personnel capable of completing the job in a safe and
the Business efficient manner, in accordance with all Suncor standards, procedures, work
Units practices, rules and applicable legislation. (See Appendix I-A to I-G).

Senior 1.6 Ensures the crane operator, site supervisor/lift coordinator, lift engineer/rigging
Management of specialist, rigger and signal person will meet their role criteria, as defined in the
the Business Construction Owners Association of Alberta (COAA) Best Practice.
Units

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Senior 1.7 Ensures only certified personnel baskets will be allowed to perform work in a
Management of suspended hoisting operation at Suncor Energy Inc., Oil Sands. (See Appendix II-B -
the Business Acceptable Basket Applications).
Units

Senior 1.8 Ensures all spreader bars and other lifting devices are built and certified according
Management of to the ASME Standard B30.20-2006, “Below the Hook Lifting Devices.
the Business
Units

2. Lift Classification
Note: A competent professional with involvement or input by Business Area owner must
establish the classification of a lift. Although the classification is often expressed as a
percentage of the capacity of the crane, it can also apply to lifts made in a hazardous
location, where crane configuration is non-standard, or when Plant Assets or load is
deemed critical, expensive or irreplaceable.

Responsibility Item Description

Senior 2.1 Ensures a lift evaluation and classification process for every lift or series of similar
Management of lifts, of each machine, at each location will be established. Third party lift studies are
the Business subject to review by qualified Suncor engineering personnel or independent third
Units party engineers contracted by Suncor Energy Inc., Oil Sands.
• Critical Lifts- COAA Category Red will require a documented detailed, in depth
hazard assessment accompanied by a sanctioned engineering lift study and,
where applicable, authorization from the business area management.
• Serious Lifts- COAA Category Yellow will normally require authorization from the
business area management, a less rigorous hazard review (e.g.: the checklist
approach), and may require an engineering lift study confirming degree of lift.
• Standard Lifts- COAA Category Green will require the standard appraisal of
potential loss exposures associated with normal work i.e. (FLRA, START, JSA,
and JHA).

2.2 Ensures a critical lift team, under the direction the Lift Coordinator will be established
to evaluate critical lift hoisting operations, with continuing assistance from a crane
expert, and a Province of Alberta Certified Professional Engineer, who has been
properly trained in lift studies. (Reference: Specifications and Certifications OH&S
Code - Part 3, Section 12, Cranes, Hoists and Lifting OH&S Code – Part 6 and
Rigging OH&S Code – Part 21).
Note: The Lift Coordinator will report to Site or Area Maintenance Supervisor.

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2.3 Critical Lift Classification- COAA Category Red
Any lift that meets any of the conditions listed below will be classified as a Critical
Lift. The personnel involved in the lift will then apply the appropriate controls to
ensure the safe and effective execution of the lift (see following sections for
recommended controls). Critical lifts may not be engineered greater than 95% of
manufactures specifications of any lifting device.

2.4 Electrical:
• Refer to Appendix V - Operating Near Electrical Power Lines and Appendix VI –
Electrical Distribution Department Standards, when any load is to be lifted within
the approach limits electrical power line while taking deflection and induction
potential of any lift into consideration.

2.5 Buildings / Structures / Processes:

• Any lift in a confined space or restricted area where the load or any part of a
structure will come within 24 inches (600 mm) of the crane boom and has the
potential of getting closer.
• Any lift that may present a real or significant risk to existing structures /
operational processes.
• Any lift where the load has a weight greater than 50 tons being lifted in an area
where there are buildings, structures or processes.
• Any lift over one of a kind process equipment that may present a real or
significant hazard or risk to safe continuous operation of that process
equipment.
• Any lift deemed by Area Management or the lift coordinator, or the lift engineer
to be categorized as a critical lift.

2.6 Single Crane Lifts:

• Any load that will represent more than 85% of the manufacturer’s rating chart at
the working radius for a crane.

2.7 Tandem Lifts (Multi-Crane Lifts):

• Any tailing crane operation where the weight of the load is greater than 25 tons
or any lift involving two or more cranes lifting the same load simultaneously,
where the load on any one crane may exceed more than 75% of that crane’s
lifting capacity as measured on the lifting chart.

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2.8 Any special lifting considerations shall be subject to approval by qualified Suncor or
independent third party engineering personal. These will include but not limited to:
• • Any load where special lifting or rigging equipment such as: gin-poles, derricks,
independent hoists and tuggers, jack and roll operations, lift and lock, strand
jacking, or non-standard crane configurations are used.
• Any crane lift where the actual weight of the load is unknown and has the
potential to exceed crane load limits as defined in this standard.
• Any crane lift where the crane is setup over any underground installations
requiring additional protections such as over manholes, catch basins, sewers,
sinkholes, new excavations, underground gas lines, firewater lines or other
known surface or sub-surface interferences.
• Cold weather lifts - see Appendix VII or as per specific crane manufacturer’s
recommendations.
• Any crane lift where the combination of weather conditions and air pollution may
increase the chance of induction from surrounding high voltage lines.

2.9 Serious Lift Classification- COAA Category Yellow:

• When the lift, as defined by the above criteria, is not CRITICAL.
• Any lift deemed by Area Management, the lift coordinator or the lift engineer to
be categorized as a serious lift due to lift over or in close proximity to equipment
deemed critical to production or areas containing process streams that would
present a serious health and safety risk in the event of a lift related contact.
• Any lift between 75% and 85% of the manufacturer’s crane capacity rating chart.
• Any non critical tailing crane operation.
• A “pick and carry” operation other than routine material handling with rough terrain
cranes and crawlers.
• A suspended personnel-carrying basket is utilized (as per OH&S Code - Part 23,
section 350(2) and Part 9, Section 141(5) referred to as suspended man
baskets and CSA – Z150 - 98). (See Appendix II-B - Acceptable Basket
Applications).
• Any crane lifts where the load or any part of the crane could come within the
approach limits of power lines or transformers. See appendix V- Operating near
Electrical Power Lines and Appendix VI – Electrical Distribution Department
Standards.

2.10 Standard Lift Classification- COAA Category Green

• All lifts that are not classified as CRITICAL or SERIOUS as defined above will be
classified as STANDARD.

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3. The Lift Plan

Note: Senior Management of the business units shall ensure basic elements will be
addressed in each of the three classifications of lift plans

Item Description
3.1 The following will be considered, depending on the Lift Plan classification:
• Copies of Lift Plans and all relevant authorizations will be posted with the Safe
Work Permit.
• Lift and Hazard Assessment Processes.
• Lift Planning Processes – knowing the load, verifying the load weight,
confirming the supporting surface stability, the machine deck level, any crane
travel, daily environmental conditions, types of rigging required, dealing with
unnecessary personnel, conducting a dry run.
• Consideration of induction potential of near-by overhead power lines and
procedure for proper grounding.
• Classifications of Lifts – terminology, standards, controls (Standard, Serious,
and Critical.
• Criteria for Engineered Lifts versus Non-Engineered Lifts.
• Crane lift capability, percentage of capacity and selection matched to load.
• Operator skills and competencies selection matched to lift requirements.
• Supervision of lifts (responsibilities for ensuring compliance to lift requirements
and plans).
• Permits.
• Meetings of all types – planning meetings, pre-lift meetings, hazard assessment
meetings, etc.
• Communications – pre-lift check list, during the lift, post-lift, signaling, etc.
• Emergency planning and procedures – no lift criteria, lift veto, abort pre-planning,
lift abort, crane failure quarantine area, procedures, crane shutdown conditions
(securing the machine in high winds).
• Incident response.
• Lift Procedures – standardized checklist review process, depth dependant on lift
criteria and classification.
• Post Lift reviews will be completed.

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3.2 Critical Lift Plans
• ALL Critical Lifts must include Engineered Lift Plan documentation to be
determined by the engineer responsible and should include, scale drawings
showing configurations and clearances. The Engineered Lift Plan MUST be
signed and approved by a qualified lift engineer and lift coordinator who will
determine the measures and control necessary to ensure the safe completion of
the lift. The lift plan shall be subject to review by a qualified Suncor or
independent third party engineer.
• In CRITICAL LIFT situations, area Manager or Site Supervisor and the contractor
will jointly approve a written Engineered Lift Plan that must become part of the
Contract documents.
• A CRITICAL LIFT AUTHORIZATION FORM, (see Appendix III) will be utilized for
hoisting operations within the Critical classifications.

3.3 Serious Lift Plans

• Typically Lift Plans classified as “Serious” will be controlled by completing the
SERIOUS LIFT CALCULATION AND APPROVAL FORM, (Appendix IV) and will
be utilized for hoisting operations within the Serious Lift classification. The
information recorded will include weight, working radius, crane type, and
percentage of chart, rigging components, their capacities and the signatures of
those involved in the Serious Lift classification review.
• Any lift requiring personnel hoisting must address the requirements identified in the
Personnel Lifting section, Appendix II of this standard and include the completion
of the Personnel Lifting Check Sheet, (Appendix II-A) will be utilized for hoisting of
personnel.

3.4 Standard Lift Plans:

• Documentation of a Standard Lift Plan is typically done through completion of a
JSA or JHA and FLRA, or START. Hazard assessment documentation shall be
attached to the Safe Work Permit.

4. Incident Reporting
Note: In general, ALL crane incidents are to be reported and investigated to determine the
root cause of the incident. The following lists, which are not all inclusive of incidents
that must be reported, are:

Item Description
4.1 Personal injuries.

4.2 Operating a crane outside of its manufactured specifications.

4.3 Shock/impact loading or induced voltage.

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4.4 Boom contact.

4.5 Any repairs or modifications made to a crane that have not been approved by a
professional engineer or in some instances the manufacturer.

4.6 Observed changes or modifications that cannot be substantiated with proper

documentation.

4.7 Mechanical and structural equipment damage.

4.8 Rigging damage.

4.9 Load shifting or dropping.

4.10 Engineered lifts that do not work as planned.

4.11 Critical lifts performed without completion of the” Critical Lift Calculation and
Approval Form” (Appendix III).

4.12 Serious lifts performed without completion of the” Serious Lift Calculation and
Approval Form” (Appendix IV).

4.13 Personnel hoisting performed without completion of the “Personnel Lifting Check
Sheet” (Appendix II A).

4.14 Near misses.

4.15 Environmental incidents.

4.16 Equipment upset (crane tipping over).

4.17 Operation without outriggers - except when using the on rubber chart.

4.18 Known operation outside of load charts.

4.19 Encroachment on power lines.

4.20 Radio infringements – any interrupted radio communication during the lift.

4.21 Lifting Overhead of unprotected personnel.

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Appendix I – A

FACILITY/SITE OWNER
Definition:

1. Person in legal possession of the work site or the person with an ownership interest in the work-site, who
requests that the work be done. Reference OH&S Act 1(i.01).

2. The facility/site owner is specifically responsible for, but not limited to:
a. Clearly define requirements, expectations, and specifications in contract documents.
b. Confirm crane owner and end users have been qualified to work on the site.
c. Require and confirm that third parties providing cranes and/or operators are in compliance with
applicable laws and regulations, including facility owner’s standards.
d. The assignment of a designated lift coordinator for all critical lifts and serious lifts.
e. Require and confirm that key personnel (lift engineer, crane operator, rigger, lift coordinator and site
supervisor) know and understand their roles and responsibilities including facility owner’s standards
and carry them out. Verification of experience and qualifications of personnel participating shall be
performed on critical lifts.
f. Ensure that a documented risk assessment is performed and identified hazards are mitigated or
controlled prior to the lift.
g. Consult with crane owner/end user to determine if any site preparation is required.
h. Determine the level of supervision to be supplied by the crane owner/end user.
i. Confirm all lifts have been planned and appropriately assessed, including emergency action plans.
j. Confirm all permits and authorizations for crane activities are issued as required

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Appendix I – B
CRANE OWNER /SUPPLIER

Definition:

1. The company who owns the physical asset.

2. The crane owner/supplier is specifically responsible for, but not limited to:
a. Providing equipment capable of completing the job in a safe and efficient manner, in accordance with all
applicable legislation.
b. Ensuring that all personnel involved in maintaining, repairing, transporting, assembling and operating
the equipment are suitably trained, experienced and competent to handle their specific jobs in a safe
and efficient manner and in compliance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and
Code.
c. Ensuring that a thorough crane maintenance and inspection program is established and maintained
according to manufacturer’s recommendations and specifications.
d. Maintaining for examination the most recent inspection and/or certification record for each crane.
Certification to include both mechanical and hoisting components of carrier and crane as per
CAN/CSA-Z150.98
e. Certification to include both mechanical and hoisting components of carrier and crane as per
CAN/CSA-Z150.98 Safety Code on Mobile Cranes and in compliance with Alberta Occupational
Health and Safety standards and applicable ANSI /ASME Standards.
f. Providing representation to participate in the appropriate hazard assessment prior to conducting the
lift.
g. Ensure that all spreader bars and other lifting devices are built and certified in accordance with the
standards laid out in ASME B 30.20-2006, “Below the Hook Lifting Devices”.

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Appendix I – C

CRANE END USER

Definition:
Has “Operational Control” of the crane. This can also be defined as the organization paying for the crane service
(operator and crane).
The crane end user may be the owner of the machine, the renter of the machine, or the person or group under
whose direction the crane is working. This could be a contractor or the owner of the site where the work
is being performed.
The crane end user (includes all management and supervisory personnel employed by the end user) is
responsible for the identification and assignment of specific responsibilities to the operating crews, as well
as a safety program that educates all personnel.
Participate in the appropriate hazard assessment prior to conducting the lift.
The crane end user must be aware of the load, rigging and crane requirements of every job, and ensure
equipment and personnel provided are capable of completing the job in a safe and efficient manner, in
accordance with all applicable legislation.
The crane end user is specifically responsible for, but is not limited to:
a. Ensure that the crane operator's refusal to make a lift for safety reasons is without fear of reprisal.(
LMP0018-A Refusal To Work On Grounds Of Imminent Danger)
b. Assign appropriately sized crane equipment to do the job.
c. Ensuring the operator is qualified, well trained, experienced, competent, and capable of performing the
required work to operate the particular crane and attachments assigned to a specific job.
d. Request and verify crane operator work experience and competency by reviewing the crane
operator’s logbook or Apprenticeship Blue Book, if available.
e. Ensuring the operator fully understands the load chart and is capable of determining the crane’s net
capacity for all permissible load configurations by requiring completion of Serious Lift Calculation Forms.
f. Ensuring that the client and site supervisors are aware of their responsibilities, in particular what work
must be done to prepare the site for the crane operation.
g. Ensure crane operators are kept thoroughly oriented to all pertinent operating conditions and hazards
including the crane and rigging configurations.
h. Provide support system to the operator for consultation regarding safety issues prior to and during the
lift.
i. Inform crane operator of known hazards or requirements, e.g., high voltage power lines, induction
potential or underground cavities.
j. Ensuring that a suitable, safe crane and equipment (rigging, shackles, spreader bar etc.) is utilized for the
job.
k. Ensuring that all personnel involved in providing the service are trained, experienced and competent to
handle their specific jobs in a safe and efficient manner.
l. Ensuring that safety features of the equipment are not bypassed, tampered with, disabled or
otherwise defeated
m. Assigning definite individual responsibilities to the crew(s) and the authority necessary to exercise the
responsibilities.

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n. Ensure that a secure means of communication is established. If radio communications is used, there
must be dedicated channels with no possibility of interference. See LMS0066A – Use of Portable
Frequency Communication Devices.
o. Ensuring that the crane and associated equipment are in a safe, operable condition supported by
applicable certification in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements, legislation and applicable
ANSI / ASME Standards. This includes that a thorough crane and rigging maintenance and inspection
program is established and maintained with log books kept up to date.
p. Ensure crane owner/supplier has met the equipment certifications as detailed above as well as those
outlined in LMS0042A.
q. Ensure that associated lift equipment (Spreaders bars, Containers, Slings etc.) are designed and
certified for particular purpose and bears marking to indicate its maximum load rating as per OH&S
Code and in compliance with ASME B 30.20-2006, “Below the Hook Lifting Devices”.
r. Ensure that a periodic inspection and testing of rigging components are completed and recorded as
per appropriate Standards, Codes, Specifications and Procedures.
Ensure storage and use of rigging components are as per manufacturer’s specifications.

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Appendix I – D
CRANE OPERATOR
Definition:

1. The crane operator is responsible for the safety of the crane operation. If there is reasonable
cause to believe the lift might be dangerous or unsafe, the operator must refuse to lift until the
concern(s) have been reported to the supervisor, any hazards rectified and safety conditions
assured.

2. The crane operator is specifically responsible for, but not limited to:
a. Knowing the machine functional capability, limitations and its particular operating characteristics.
b. Creation of lift plans for Serious and Personnel Lifts in concert with the Lift Coordinator.
c. Participate in the appropriate hazard assessment prior to conducting the lift.
d. Being totally familiar with the information contained in the crane’s operating manual and to understand
the crane’s limitations, including any attachments.
e. Proper set up of the crane as per the manufacturer's specifications, "Best Practice" and site rules.
f. Being totally familiar with the crane’s load chart. The operator must understand the correct meaning of
all notes and warnings and be able to calculate or determine the cranes actual net capacity for every
configuration of the machine.
g. Inspecting and maintaining the crane regularly as prescribed by the owner and manufacturer. Confirm
operating aids and safety devices are operational, i.e. load movement indicator, etc.
h. In the event that a crane must be left unattended within an operating process area where mechanical
failure of any type might permit any component of the crane to come into contact with area process
equipment, the crane end user must obtain written authorization from the area’s Operations Manager
or their designate. As per Appendix VIII
i. Informing the owner of any problem needed maintenance or necessary repairs to the machine. This
should be done in writing, preferably in the machine’s log book or inspection report.
j. Recording in the log or report the details of all inspections, maintenance and work done on the crane
while in the field. In the case of the mechanic servicing or repairing, it is his/her responsibility to make
entries in the Crane Logbook.
k. Being aware of any site conditions that could affect the crane operation such as, underground pipe-
ways, culverts and particularly around power lines and weather. The operator must refuse to operate
if the crane, hoist rope or load will come closer to a power line than the absolute limit of approach
specified by Alberta OH&S code.
l. Checking the site is adequately prepared for the crane (e.g. hazards identified, base level and
compaction tests). Confirming the ground beneath the crane can support the loads imposed by the
crane and any attachments. Ground assessment should include an evaluation, which takes into
account the load point that could occur over any outrigger or track that can accommodate the bearing
ability of the maximum weight expectation as well as induction potential from high voltage lines in
proximity.
m. Access roads are adequately prepared.
n. Reviewing the planned operation and requirements with the site supervision/ lift coordinator
o. Finding out the load and rigging weight and determining where the load is to be placed. Although the
operator is not responsible for determining the weight of the load, if the operator lifts it without

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checking the weight with site supervision, then the operator becomes totally responsible for the lift
and any consequences that come from it.
p. Determining the number of parts of hoist line required.
q. Checking the load chart to ensure the crane has sufficient load capacity for every lift.
r. When not provided with a critical or serious lift plan, selecting (from the crane capacity charts and
manufacturer’s notes and warnings) the best boom, jib and crane configuration to meet lift
requirements (suit the load, site and lift conditions) and determine the net lifting capacity of this
configuration.
s. Assembling, setting up and rigging the crane (including attachments) properly in accordance with
manufacturer’s specifications.
t. Following the manufacturer’s operating instructions in accordance with the load chart.
u. Considering all factors that might reduce crane capacity and adjusting the load weight to suit.
v. Knowing load rigging procedures and ensuring that they are applied - when the load is visible to the
operator.
w. Maintaining a secure communication process with signal persons.
x. Assess weather conditions at time of lift to confirm lift can safely proceed.
y. Complete a “Serious Lift Calculation and Approval Form” for each serious lift (refer to Appendix IV for
a sample form).
z. Moving the crane around the work-site either with or without a suspended load.
aa. Vehicle entry authorizations for restricted work areas are to be obtained from the respective permit
centre prior to work commencing.
bb. Shutting down and securing the machine properly when it is unattended – this will include the heater
in a restricted hot work area where there is potential ignition hazard.
cc. Ensuring loads are not lifted over workers unless the workers have been warned of the dangers in
accordance with OH&S Code.

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Appendix I – E
SITE SUPERVISOR/LIFT COORDINATOR
Definition:
1. Person in charge of the lift is the person representing the crane end user at the lift site that has the
ultimate responsibility for the safe and effective execution of the lift.
2. Site supervisor/lift coordinator is acting on behalf of the crane end user and has overall responsibility for the
lift and therefore must plan all phases of the operation. This includes complete cooperation with the operator
who has the final say regarding the lift occurring.
3. The site supervisor/lift coordinator:
a. Is part of the Lift Assessment Team that determines the classification of lift.
b. Ensures appropriate lift plan for the classification of lift.
c. Participates in the development of lift plans for all Serious and Critical Lifts.
d. Participate in the appropriate hazard assessment prior to conducting the lift.
e. Ensures appropriate personnel review lift plans.
4. Site supervisor/lift coordinator is specifically responsible for site preparation - “Providing a well prepared
working area for the crane before it arrives, so the job can be done safely”. Site preparation may include, but
is not limited to the following:
a. Cranes are currently certified with all known deficiencies corrected.
b. Confirming the ground beneath the crane can support the loads imposed by the crane and any
attachments. Ground assessment should include an evaluation, which takes into account the load
point that could occur over any outrigger or track that can accommodate the bearing ability of the
maximum weight expectation.
c. Access roads are adequately prepared.
d. Adequate space is provided to safely assemble, erect, and/or extend the boom and operate the crane,
as well as materials such as timber mats, cribbing and blocks.
e. Blocking will be used to support the boom while it is being assembled and dismantled.
f. Operating locations are graded, level and compacted.
g. Suitable pads are used under outriggers, as required.
h. Operating locations are chosen so that the minimum clearances from power lines are maintained. If not,
the power lines must be shut down, relocated or specifically insulated by the utility. (contact Suncor
Electrical Distribution Department)
i. Appropriate grounding or bonding is provided to mitigate the induction potential from high voltage power
lines in the proximity of the lift.
j. Operating locations are far enough away from shoring, excavations, trenches, buried utilities,
foundations, etc., to eliminate risk of collapse.
k. Appropriate banner guard or barricades are positioned to prevent entry into restricted areas around the
crane including the swing area, thus limiting access to authorized personnel.

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5. Site supervisor/lift coordinator – Supervisory duties relating to all crane work

a. Hold pre-lift meetings to discuss all hazards in detail to minimize risks and ensure everyone
is aware and ready for the work to be performed.
b. Verify that the crane operator is properly certified and competent to safely perform the lift and use the
equipment designated.
c. Inform the crane operator of any hazardous site conditions, e.g., water lines, sewers, overhead
power-lines, induction potential, etc.
d. Ensure that the correct load weight, center of gravity and maximum radius required for the lift have
been accurately determined.
e. Communicate the combined load weight (rigging and load) to the crane operator. Site supervisor/lift
coordinator should know the maximum radius, load weight and lift height of each “pick” before ordering
the crane.
f. Lift coordinators must be competent in interpretation or performance of load chart calculations.
g. Ensure the lift procedure and plan are followed explicitly and that any required changes to the plan
are reviewed with the lift engineer/rigging specialist prior to implementing the change. If the lift
cannot be carried out as per the Engineered Plan, then the lift must be stopped until a formal review
has been conducted and all parties understand the revised plan.
h. If changes are made to the lift plan/procedure or lift study, they must be documented and approved.
Prior to commencement of any Critical Lift it must be determined which individual, on site, will have
the authority to make changes to the lift plan/procedure or lift study in consultation with the Lift
Engineer.
i. Physically verify the lift radius.
j. Ensure traffic control and the securing of potential failure area measures are approved, taken and
communicated, if required.
k. Work with the site owner to develop an emergency action plan (where applicable) and communicate it
to all personnel involved with the lift.
l. Ensuring that the rigging crew is experienced and competent. They must be capable of establishing
weights; judging distances, heights and clearances; selecting tackle and lifting gear suitable for the loads;
and rigging the load safely and securely.
m. Supervising the rigging crew.
n. Ensuring that the load is properly rigged for lifting. Determine that the load is secure and balanced
before lifting more than a few centimetres above the support.
o. Ensuring that the signal persons are competent, knowledgeable and capable of directing/communicating
with the crane operator to ensure the safety and efficiency of the operation.
p. Designating signal persons, identifying them to the operator, and ensuring they are capable of
communicating effectively. Radio communications may be necessary if a direct line of sight is not
possible.
q. Ensuring the safety of the rigging crew and all other personnel with the potential of being affected by the
rigging operation.
r. Ensuring that all required safety precautions are taken when the lift is in the vicinity of power lines (i.e.:
appropriate grounding to mitigate induction potential).
s. Ensuring that all personnel involved directly or indirectly by the operation know and understand their
roles, responsibilities and applicable restrictions.
t. Assess weather conditions at time of lift to confirm lift can proceed safely, e.g. wind, precipitation,
cold weather, lightning, etc.

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Appendix I – F
LIFT ENGINEER/RIGGING SPECIALIST
Definition:

1. A person who is a Professional Engineer (as defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Code) and/or
deemed by the employer to be appropriately trained in the preparation and development of lifting studies.

2. The requirement for using the expertise of a lift engineer/rigging specialist will be determined by the site
owner and crane end users based on the specifics of the lift to be done.

3. The lift engineer/rigging specialist is specifically responsible for, but not limited to:

3.1 Primary duty

• The primary duty of the lift engineer/rigging specialist with respect to lift studies is, as with all
engineering functions, to ensure the protection of life, limb and property, of both the companies
and personnel involved and the public, through the sound application of knowledge, training and
experience.
• The lift engineer/rigging specialist will provide technical support and resources for the planned lift
and ensure that all applicable codes, standards and regulations are complied with.
3.2 General Duties
3.2.1 Investigate and understand the nature of the lift, in regards to:
a. What is to be lifted, size, weight, center of gravity, special conditions, etc.
b. What the initial and final position, orientation, elevation, etc., of the load to be lifted.
c. Any special weather/climate conditions or concerns.
d. Special ground, or area conditions, or concerns. Soil compaction, matting
requirements to ensure stable ground conditions for the crane.
e. Pre-determined equipment requirements and availability.

3.2.2 Design the Lift (plan how to make the lift)

a. Identify the optimum location for the cranes for capacity and clearance from
obstacles.
b. Identify crane(s) travel or swing.
c. Size the crane(s) to suit the requirements, both primary and secondary as may be
required. Crane capacity must be calculated through each phase of the lift.
d. Calculate the point loading on all cranes involved in the lift, i.e. tracks and outriggers.
e. Size, design and/or detail the rigging hardware to suit the lift.

f. Prepare drawings, plans and specifications as required.

g. Consider the potential for induced voltage.
h. Calculate the sail effect of the load and boom on lifts where wind may be a
consideration, and determine the maximum wind velocity and wind direction
allowable.

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i. Verify all “Below the Hook Lifting Devices” are built and certified according to the
standards laid out in ASME B 30.20-2006.
3.2.3 Communicate the Lift
a. Issue drawings, plans and specifications to the people who will make the lift.
b. Review, discuss and revise as required with the people who will make the lift.
3.2.4 Planning
a. Review drawings and/or site information to verify access and clearances; identify
obstructions; and eliminate interference with respect to the lift.
b. Verify lift lug information, both head and tail if required.
c. Verify crane charts, boom length, and accessories required.
3.2.5 Design
a. Plan how the crane(s) will physically make the lift.
b. Specify the rigging, sling diameter, length and quantity.
c. Select shackle size, clearance and quantity.
d. Select and detail any new items required.
e. Prepare sketches/drawings.

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Appendix I – G

RIGGER
Definition:
1. A competent worker designated as the rigger. Note: The degree of competency and responsibilities for
the rigger must meet and be consistent with the complexity of the lift to be performed.
2. The rigger is specifically responsible for, but not limited to:
a. Rig loads and equipment to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
b. Interpret the sling and hardware charts and lift plans.
c. Identify appropriate rigging components for the load to be lifted.
d. Visually inspect rigging components on a regular basis and prior to each lift to ensure compliance with
appropriate ANSI /ASME Standards, Codes, Specifications and Procedures.
e. Know and understand the general operating parameters of cranes.
f. Participate in the appropriate hazard assessment prior to conducting the lift.
g. Be capable of identifying different rigging components and to be knowledgeable in their proper application.
o Capable of performing inspections of applicable rigging components to ensure they are in an adequate
condition to perform the lifting tasks.
o Able to produce documentation showing hours of training accomplished in understanding and applying
principles and components.
o Knowledgeable of the different sling configurations available and know which to use on different load
applications.
o Knowledgeable of the weight of the load to be lifted.
o Knowledgeable and capable of using the hand signal chart for hoisting and moving loads.
o Giving all signals in a slow, smooth and decisive manner.
o Aware of overhead hazards and obstructions. Be aware that the swing path must be kept clear of
vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
o Aware that the load should never be brought over the top of people.
o Communicate with the crane operator throughout all stages of the rigging process

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Appendix II – Personnel Lifting

1. Personnel Lifting for Suspended Basket
1.1 General
The person specifically responsible for the overall work function to be performed shall determine that
there is no practical alternative way to perform the needed work or gain access to the area, and shall
authorize its usage.
1.2 Platform Requirements
The platform that the worker is on shall:
a. Be capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least five times the rated load of
the platform;
b. Have a minimum carrying capacity of 136 kg (300 lb.);
c. Be designed and approved by a professional engineer, and in accordance with good engineering
practice;
d. Have design drawings that set out the size and specifications of all components of the platform,
including the type and grade of materials used for it, the rated load of the platform, and
instruction for the proper maintenance and inspection of the platform in compliance with CSA Z-
150-98;
e. Be equipped with a second means of suspension or support, where the second means of
support is secured above the hook. The secondary support shall, at all times, be connected to
the traveling block, and neither impede the operation of the hoist line and traveling block nor
compromise the structural integrity of the traveling block or the hoist line (see Appendix II-B);
f. Be constructed and maintained in accordance with the design drawings;
g. Have all weldments conforming to CSA Standard W59 or ANSI/AWS D14.3. Similar standards
or procedures are acceptable, providing the welding process meets or exceeds the criteria of
CSA Standard W59 or ANSI/AWS D14.3;
h. Not have synthetic slings and slings utilizing wire rope clips used as part of the main suspension
system;
i. Be modified or repaired in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications or as directed by a
professional engineer;
j. Be designed, constructed, and maintained so that the failure of one means of support or
suspension will not cause the collapse of all or part of the platform;
k. Have the primary and secondary suspension designed with a factor of safety of 10 to 1;
l. Have bridles and associated rigging for attachment to the hoist line that are identified and used
only for the purpose of lifting or lowering workers;
m. Be equipped with sufficient numbers of fixed supports for lanyards. Fixed supports for lanyards
shall be clearly identified. Each support shall be free of sharp edges that might cut or chafe the
connection, and each shall have the ability to resist the arrest forces in case of a fall;
n. Have all eyes in wire-rope slings fabricated with a Flemish eye, with mechanical splice;
o. Have all wire rope, shackles, rings, master links, and other rigging hardware capable of
supporting, without failure, at least ten times* the maximum intended load applied or transmitted
to that component;
*The 10:1 safety factor applies to the components used, not to the efficiency of the completed
assembly where end-fitting efficiencies, geometry, etc., may reduce the overall factor of safety.
p. Have guardrail protection, consisting of a top rail, intermediate rail, toe board, and lower barrier.
The top rail shall be no less than 990 mm (39 in) or more than 1140 mm (45 in) in height with

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respect to the platform floor. The intermediate rail shall be positioned at an equal distance
between the toe board and the top rail. The toe board shall be around the periphery of the
platform and shall be a minimum of 90 mm (3.5 in) in height. The lower barrier shall span the
distance between the toe board and intermediate rail and be of solid construction or expanded
metal;
q. have continuous hand or grab rail inside the perimeter of the suspended platform;
r. have flooring with a slip-resistant surface, with provision to allow free drainage of liquids;
s. have means of securing loose items with the platform; and
t. If built with an access gate, be equipped with an acting device to restrain the gate from
accidental opening. When provided, access gates shall swing into the platform.
u. Shall be recertified by a professional engineer annually and records maintained and available by
equipment owner.

1.3 Crane Requirements

A crane used as a personnel-lifting device shall:
a. be down-rated to half of its rated capacity when used to lift personnel;
b. be equipped with an anti-two-blocking device;
c. have, on its hoist line, hooks equipped with positive-locking catches at the point where the
platform is suspended, or have other means of preventing the platform from accidentally
detaching from the hook;
d. have hoist lines capable of supporting at least ten times the maximum load or force to which it is
likely to be subjected;
e. have a boom that is equipped with fail-safe systems and devices (a pawl on the drum in a lattice
boom crane or a check valve on hydraulic cylinders) to prevent the boom from free-falling or
unintentional lowering or retracting;
f. when used for hoisting workers, and if equipped with a secondary hoist line, have the line and its
rigging removed or set in such a way that it will not tangle or endanger workers on the platform
and prevent the safe operation of the crane; and
g. Use only winches with power down capabilities for suspending personnel platforms.

1.4 Fall Protection Requirements

Workers on the platform shall at all times wear full body harness, in conjunction with a lanyard fitted
with a shock absorber and connected to an independent anchor point(s). All aspects of fall
protection must meet the requirements of RGS0024A.

1.5 Trial Lift

A trial lift shall be done to verify the integrity of rigging and the personnel platform, and to ensure that
all systems, controls, crane set-up, lift routes, and safety devices are activated and functioning
properly at each location at which the personnel platform is to be lifted and positioned. The trial lift
shall ensure that no interference exists, and that all configurations necessary to reach those work
locations will allow the operator to remain under the 50% limit of the crane’s rated load capacity. The
trial lift(s) shall be done with maximum rated load, with the load evenly distributed in the platform.
The trial lift shall be performed in the following sequence:
• Suspended by the secondary support, lift the personnel platform 1 m off the ground to verify the
integrity of the work platform and the secondary support;

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• Suspended by the primary support, lift the personnel platform 1 m off the ground to verify the
integrity of the primary support; and
• Suspended by the primary support, lift the personnel platform to all work locations to verify the lift
routes and that these work locations can be reached by the crane using a maximum of 50% of
the crane’s capacity. If the lift area is congested, the personnel platform may be lifted an equal or
greater radius in the same quadrant of crane capacity to verify ground support and stability of the
crane.
Note: Trial and load test need not be repeated for continuous use, providing crane positioning has
not changed and personal platform has not been disconnected. Personal platforms for use in
emergency evacuation situations must be pre planned and separately assessed.

1.6 Personnel Basket Directly Attached to the Boom (Pinned Baskets)

1.6.1 Platform Requirements

• General
The platform that the worker is on shall:
• Be capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least five times the rated
load of the platform; with a minimum carrying capacity of 136 kg (300 lb.);
• Be designed and approved by a professional engineer;
• Have a design safety factor of not more than 50% of yield strength for ductile materials, or
20% of ultimate strength for brittle materials that do not have clearly defined yield strength
for static loading. Where the platform is subjected to dynamic loading, this loading shall be
included;
• Have design drawings that set out the size and specifications of all components of the
platform, including the type and grade of materials used for it, the rated load of the platform,
and instructions for the proper maintenance of the platform;
• Be designed to prevent overturning;
• Be constructed and maintained in accordance with the design drawings;
• Have all weldments conforming to CSA Standard W59 or ANSI/AWS D14.3. Similar
standards or procedures are acceptable, providing the welding process meets or exceeds
the criteria of CSA Standard W59 or ANSI/AWS D14.3;
• Have its weight and rated load conspicuously posted on a plate or by other means of
permanent marking;
• Be modified or repaired in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications or as directed
by a professional engineer;
• Be equipped with means of self-leveling the platform and guarded against overturning;
have the basket be not less than 990 mm (39 in) nor more than 1140 mm (45 in) in height
with respect to the platform floor;
• Have a barrier that spans the full distance between the floor to rail and is of solid
construction or expanded metal; and
• Be equipped with slip-resistant flooring, with provisions to allow free drainage of liquids.
• Shall be recertified by a professional engineer annually and records maintained and
available by equipment owner.

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1.6.2 Platform requirements when equipped with Motion Control

The motion control on the personnel basket shall:
• Be clearly identified as to its function;
• Be clearly marked to indicate the direction of movement and, if possible, be oriented and
move in the same direction as the platform will move when the control is actuated;
• Be inside the platform and readily accessible to the platform operator; be protected from
inadvertent actuation;
• Return to its neutral position and stop all motion when released;
• Include an emergency stop control that does not require continuous actuation for a stop
condition; and
• Have a motion control at ground level that can override the platform control.
• Is function tested as per manufactures specifications prior to use.

1.6.3 Crane Requirements

A crane used as a personnel-lifting device shall:
• Be down-rated to half of its rated capacity;
• Be equipped to protect the platform from accidental overturning;
• Have a boom that is equipped with fail-safe systems and devices to prevent the boom from
free-falling or unintentional lowering or retracting, such as a pawl on the drum in a lattice
boom crane or a check valve on hydraulic cylinders; and
• When hoisting workers, have the hoist line removed from the boom sheave or set in such a
way that it will not endanger the workers in the platform or interfere with the operation of the
crane.
1.6.4 Fall Protection Requirements
Workers on the platform shall at all times wear full body harness, in conjunction with a lanyard
fitted with a shock absorber and connected to an independent anchor point(s). All aspects of fall
protection must meet the requirements of RGS0024A.

1.6.5 Operation and Set-up

The following requirements shall be met:
• The crane shall have its structural elements visually inspected and documented by a competent
person before each use.
• The crane shall be leveled as specified by the manufacturer and located on firm footing. Cranes
equipped with outriggers shall have them fully deployed in accordance with the manufacturer’s
specifications.
• The crane shall not be used to hoist material while the platform is being used to support workers,
unless approved by the authority having jurisdiction (Area Manager) for the specific application.
• The crane shall not travel while workers are on the platform.
• The crane operator shall adhere to all requirements stated in Appendix 1-D. The operator shall
remain at the crane controls at all times when a person occupies a personnel basket.
• Positioning of the personnel platform shall be performed by the crane operator. Motion control in
the personnel platform shall only be used for final positioning of the personnel platform.

1.6.6 Inspection
Cranes used for personnel lifting shall follow Suncor Standards and CSA-Z150-98-CAN/CSA
Safety code on mobile cranes requirements.

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1.6.7 Repairs and Modifications

Pinned baskets shall be inspected and load tested with 100% rated load following structural
repairs and modifications.

1.6.8 Responsibilities
The supervisor/employer in charge of the operation shall:
• Ensure that an adequate means of communication between the worker on the platform and
the crane operator is established, maintained, and used;
• Ensure that sufficient lighting for the job is provided;
• Conduct a pre-lift meeting to ensure that every worker involved with the hoisting operation
receives adequate instructions about the requirements, restrictions, and hazards associated with
the hoisting operation; and
• Develop adequate means of evacuation or rescue procedures and communicate these in writing
to all workers involved with the hoisting operation. Completion of Personnel Lifting Check sheet
(see Appendix II-A).

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Appendix II – A – Personnel Lifting Check Sheet – Form OS-0106 Rev 2/04 must be ordered from the Print
Room by phoning 743-6420 or Daily Tools/Forms on Intranet.

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Personnel Lifting Check Sheet

PERSONNEL PLATFORM CHECK LIST PERMIT NUMBER

Department: Date: Time:
Crane Number: Number of persons hoisted:
Basket weight: Basket Number:
Work Description:
PRE-LIFT CHECK as per YES N/A
♦ Hoist cable condition
♦ Ball and safety latch
♦ Fuel level
♦ Man basket Structural condition
♦ Proper man basket hookup
♦ Wooden outrigger pads
♦ Can all locations be reached (within 50% of cranes rated load capacity)
♦ Tag line (if not used, explain why)
♦ Crane set up as per work practice
♦ Load test with 100% basket capacity
JOB SUPERVISOR
♦ Check personnel safety equipment
♦ Safety harness for each employee
♦ Employees competent giving hand signals
♦ Check weather conditions; (wind, lightening)
♦ Tag line person designated
♦ Work area flagged and tagged
♦ Job discussed with employees and crane operator

COMMENTS:

_____________________________________________________________________________________

Job Supervisor Signature: _________________________________________________________

Crane Operator Signature:

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Appendix II-B - Acceptable Basket Applications

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Appendix II B – (Continued)

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Appendix III – CRITICAL LIFT AUTHORIZATION FORM – Page 1 of 2 OSG-0012.1 Rev 7/04. Forms must be
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Critical Lift Authorization Form

Job Work Order #: Job Description:

__________________________________________
______________________________________________
Location:
______________________________________

Suncor Representative: (Please Print)

Contractor Name: Supervisor Responsible for Lift:
Description of Item to be lifted:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Major Hoisting Equipment to be used:
1. _____________________________________ 2. _______________________________________
_____________________________________ _________________________________________
Equipment & Lift Relationship: Crane #1 Crane #2
1. Operating Radius _______ _______ Crane #1 Crane #2
2. Boom Length _______ _______
3. Allowable Load Weight: 4. Ratio of lift to allowable load:
a. Load _______ _______ a. Capacity from the chart ______ ______
b. rigging /spreader bars _______ _______ b. % of capacity ______ ______
c. block or ball _______ _______
d. effective jib _______ _______ c. Ratio of lift to allowable load ______ ______
e. stowed jib _______ _______ 5. Clearance between boom & lift:______ ______
f. other rigging jib _______ _______
g. load lines jib _______ _______ 6. Clearance to surrounding facilities_______ _______
h. aux. boom head jib _______ _______
i. Total weight to be lifted jib _______ _______
Basis for Critical Lift:
 Load will be lifted over operating equipment or  Load exceeds 85% and is less than 95% of the
electrical power lines manufacturer's rating chart at the Working radius.
 Two or more pieces of lifting equipment will be  Other: ________________________________
required to work in unison
How was the weight of the critical lift obtained? C. Has taken into account all modifications, including
A. Certified Scale Weight: No Yes internals as well as an allowable for scale, sediment,
sludge, insulation, liquid, etc. No Yes
B. Calculated independently : Yes No D. Should this weight be verified by
independent source: No Yes

Comments:
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________

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LMS0039A - APPENDIX III - CRITICAL LIFT AUTHORIZATION FORM – Page 2 of 2 OSG-0012.1 Rev 7/04. Forms
must be ordered from the Print Room by phoning 743-6420 or see Daily Tools/Forms on Intranet
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Critical Lift Authorization Form

Condition of Hoisting Equipment and Rigging:
A. Has the crane been inspected prior to this lift? No Yes Date: _____________
B. Has all equipment and rigging been inspected
and found in acceptable condition for this lift?
No Yes Date: _____________
Comments:
Stability of Ground Area:
A. Are the soils deemed to be acceptable? No Yes If No, is compaction testing required? No Yes
B. Will mats be required? No Yes Size: ________________________________
C. Any underground installations needing special treatment?
______________________________________________________________________________
Operator(s):
Will steps be taken to ensure competency prior to the lift? No Yes
What is the operator's experience on this equipment and with this type of lift?
___________________________________________________________________________________
Comments:__________________________________________________________________________

Environmental Controls:
Will the weather conditions, (e.g. wind speed and direction, temperature, rain, lightning and air pollution etc.), be a
factor as per original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) specifications, applicable legislation, industrial codes and
practices, and Suncor standards, procedures, safe work practices or rules?
____________________________________________________________________
Has the crane capacity been reduced as per risk for cold weather? No Yes
Has the potential for induced voltage from surrounding high voltage power lines been taken into consideration?
No Yes
What are the most critical aspects of this lift?
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Nothing in this submission and/or acceptance of this authorization is to be considered as relieving the
contractor of any responsibility for a safe operation.
Approvals Print Name Signature Date
Area Manager, Ops.
Area Manager, Mtce.
Contractor or Supervisor
Lift Coordinator
Lift Plan Engineer
Review Engineer
Date of Lift: _______________________________ Time Lift Started:__________________________
Total Time: ______________________________

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LMS0039A - APPENDIX IV – SERIOUS LIFT CALCULATION AND APPROVAL FORM – Page 1 of 1 OSG-
0084 Rev 2/04 - Forms must be ordered from the Print Room by phoning 743-6420 or see Daily Tools/Forms on
Intranet.
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Serious Lift Calculation and Approval Form

Location: Job Description:
Operator: (Please Print) Operator Signature:
Supervisor Responsible for Lift: Supervisor Signature:
Contractor Name: Unit Number:
Crane Used: Area Operations Mgr/Sup Signature:
Reason for lift:
CRANE 1 CRANE 2
GROSS CAPACITY (value on load chart) lbs. lbs.
LOAD RADIUS (actual measured feet feet
radius)
NET LOAD (actual weight of load) lbs. lbs.
DEDUCTIONS: Serious Lift Criteria
Rigging Weight lbs. lbs.
Spreader Bars etc. lbs. lbs. • 75-85% of chart
Load Block Weight lbs. lbs. • Use of a man basket
Headache Ball Weight lbs. lbs. • Non critical tailing
Effective Jib Weight lbs. lbs. crane operations
_______ Parts of Line lbs. lbs. • Pick & Carry
• Operating near high
TOTAL DEDUCTIONS: lbs. lbs. voltage lines
GROSS LOAD • Non-critical lift over
(net load plus total deductions) lbs. lbs. hazardous processes/
PERCENTAGE OF GROSS equipment
CAPACITY degree degree
(gross load divided by gross capacity x 100)
BOOM ANGLE @ MAXIMUM RADIUS
LOADED degree degree
NET CAPACITY
(Gross capacity minus total deductions lbs. lbs.
LIFT PROCEDURES AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS OR COMMENTS

NOTE: Completion of these Serious Lift Calculation and Approval Forms is mandatory and appropriate approval signatures must be in place
before serious lifts are performed. Completion must conform to the conditions of the Suncor Crane Standard and Crane charts.

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Appendix V – Operating Near Electrical Power Lines

All crane operations performed on the Suncor site, all voltage determinations and all determinations of Safe Limits
of Approach will comply with the provisions of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Code.
Any crane operating within the crane’s boom length of minimum safe distance (as specified in Schedule 4) of any
electrical line shall have a competent signaler stationed at all times, within view of the operator, to warn the
operator when any part of the machine or its load is approaching the minimum safe distance from the power line.
Schedule 4
Minimum Distance from Live Electric Power Lines

Operating Voltage Between Conductors of Safe Limit of Approach Distance

overhead Power Lines
0 to 750 volts (insulated or polyethylene covered1) 300 mm
0 to 750 volts (uninsulated or bare) 1.0 m (3.3 ft)
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Above 750 volts (insulated , 2) 1.0 m (3.3 ft)
750 volts – 40 kilovolts 3.0 m (10.0 ft)
69 kilovolts, 72 kilovolts 3.5 m (11.5 ft)
138 kilovolts , 144 kilovolts 4.0 m (13.0 ft)
230 kilovolts , 260 kilovolts 5.0 m (16.5 ft)
500 kilovolts 7.0 m (23.0 ft)

Note: When a crane is operated near a source such as a radio transmitter or energized high-voltage electrical
equipment that may induce an electric charge, there may be a hazard to workers. As a precaution, the crane
should be effectively grounded. Any induced electric charge on the load should be dissipated by applying
grounding cables or other effective means before workers contact the load, and all flammable materials should be
removed from the immediate work area.

The safe limit of approach distances listed above do not apply to a load, equipment or building that is
transported under energized overhead power lines if the total height, including equipment transporting, is less
than 4.15 metres.

1. Except where the electrical distribution and transmission lines have been de-energized and visibly
grounded at the point of work, or where insulating barriers not a part of, or an attachment to, the crane
have been erected to prevent physical contact with the lines, cranes shall operate so that no part of the
crane or load enters into the minimum safe distance shown in Table 3.
2. When operating, no part of any crane or its load shall be permitted to approach closer to any power line
than the distance specified in schedule 4, unless the electrical authority has been notified and the line
de-energized or insulated.
3. In the event of induced voltage from surrounding high voltage power lines,
• The crane or hoist must be effectively grounded or bonded to a solidly grounded structure;
• Any induced electric charge on the load must be dissipated by applying grounding cables or by other
effective means before workers contact the load.
4. It shall be the responsibility of the user controlling the crane to
• provide an competent signal person;

1 Conductors must be insulated or covered throughout their entire length to comply with the group.
2 Conductors must be manufactured to rated and tested insulation levels.

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• provide adequate advance notification to the electrical authority to allow for insulation or isolation and
grounding of the line or lines;
• ensure that the electrical authorities are fully informed as to when the operations are to begin, when
they are due to be completed, and when any location changes are planned;
• Ensure that whenever cranes must be repeatedly travel beneath power lines a route is plainly marked, and
“rider poles” are erected on each side of the crossing approach to ensure that the crane structure is
lowered to a safe position. The routes shall be located as close to the power line support tower or pole as
possible in order to take advantage of the greater ground clearance;
• measure for induced voltage and sufficiently ground the crane;
• ensure that if a crane will be working in a relatively fixed location near electrical hazards, it is electrically
grounded with a ground rod, permanent grounding bus, or ground mat;
Note: Grounding instruments should be placed as close to the machine as possible. The ground lead
should first be connected to the grounding instrument and then to the machine. All personnel must be
instructed to stay clear of both the lead and rod at all times. When removing the ground, the lead
should first be disconnected from the machine. If a ground mat is used, the equipment must be placed
on the mat and bonded to it. The ground mat area should be enclosed with a fence to prevent
personnel from stepping on and off the mat during operation of the machine. For grounding instruments
requiring ground penetration refer to LMS0059A Ground Disturbance.
• Report every incident involving contact with a live line to the electrical authority and safety inspector, so
that inspections and repairs can be made to prevent damaged live lines from falling at a later date; and not
use the crane until it has been completely inspected by a competent person for possible damage caused
by electrical contact.
5. In the event that the crane or load makes contact with an energized circuit, the operator shall, if feasible:
• Remain inside the cab;
• Instruct all other personnel to keep away from the machine, rope, and load;
• Try, unaided, and without anyone approaching the machine, to back off the crane until it is well clear of the
power line; and

• If the machine cannot be self-propelled away or disentangled from the line, remain inside the machine until
the electrical authorities de-energize the circuit and confirm that conditions are safe.
Notes:
• If the operator decides to leave the machine, he or she shall not, under any circumstances,
step down, allowing part of his or her body to be in contact with the ground while any other
part is touching the machine.
• Because there may be a hazardous voltage differential on the ground, the operator should
jump with feet together, maintain balance, and shuffle slowly across the affected area.
6. Caution shall be exercised when working near overhead lines having long spans, since they tend to swing
laterally in response to the wind and present a contact hazard.
7. Cage-type boom guards, insulating links, and proximity-warning devices have limitations, and their
use does not alter the requirements of Clauses 1 to 6.

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Appendix VI – Electrical Distribution Department Standards

UOP0011A - Crossing Under High Voltage Lines

UOP0012A - Working Within EDD Right of Way

UOS0049A - Addition or Removal of Conductors (All Sizes / All Voltages) on the EDD System

UOS0050A - Electrical Distribution Work Authorization

UOS0052A - Attachments to Power Poles

UOS0075A - Extraction 15KV Equipment Ownership and Responsibility

UOW0005A - Electrical Distribution Work Authorization Work Practice

UOR0004A - Application of EDD Locks

UOR0030A - Specific Rules for Electrical Line Person

Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Code, Part 17 – Overhead Power lines

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Appendix VII – Cold Weather Lifting Guidelines

The following are recommendations on cold weather operating procedures representing industry best practices.
Refer to Crane Manufacturers guidelines per specific equipment on cold weather lifting restrictions.
• At temperatures colder than -15°C all possible precautions shall be taken to avoid impact or shock loading on
cranes and rigging.
• Operations involving hydraulic cranes should be conducted with due regard to potential failure of hydraulic
components.
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• In cold weather operation between –15 C and –30 C, cranes should be de-rated as per manufacturer
specifications or by 25% if not specified.
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• All rigging hardware and crane hooks for use at -25 C and below must be free of all nicks, gouges or notches.
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• Between –30 C and –40 C, cranes should be de-rated by 40% for all lifts and consideration given to stopping all
lifting activities.
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• Lifting at temperatures below –40 C is not recommended except in the case of an emergency, unless the cranes
and rigging are specially engineered for cold weather operation. Efficiency and safety of personnel is a prime
consideration in extreme cold and wind chill conditions.

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Appendix VIII – Unattended Cranes

• Cranes left unattended in non operating areas must be parked in a manner conforming to the manufacturer’s
recommendations and positioned in a manner that will prevent any contact with adjacent equipment and structure
should the crane mechanically fail in any way.
• In the event that a crane must be left unattended within an operating process area where mechanical failure of any
type might permit any component of the crane to come into contact with area process equipment, the crane end
user must obtain written authorization from the area’s Operations Manager or their designate.
• Prior to the granting of the authorization, the Area Operations Manager or their designate in conjunction with the
Crane end user, shall conduct a hazard assessment to determine that the unattended crane will not pose an
unacceptable risk to the health and safety of personnel that may be required to enter the immediate area or to
adjacent processes should the crane experience unexpected mechanical failure.
• Should permission be granted by the authorized Operations personnel, the Crane End User will ensure that the
crane be positioned in a manner that will prevent any contact with adjacent equipment and structure should the
crane mechanically fail in any way.
• In the event that Operations deems that the unattended crane poses an unacceptable risk to area personnel or
process equipment, the crane must be moved out of the operating process area.
• In the event that Operations authorization is not granted and it is not practical that the crane be removed from the
area due to disassembly/assembly constrictions, the Crane End User shall make arrangements to ensure that the
crane is continuously attended while it remains in the operating process area.

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Appendix IX – Rigging
Pull Tests:
• An employer must ensure that slings at a worksite are not subjected to pull tests beyond 100 percent of their
rated load capacity other than the proof testing done at time of manufacture.
• Pull tests in excess of 1 to 1 may only be performed by the sling manufacturer or his designate in order to
maintain responsibility and accountability.
• Pull tests for site safety requirements must not exceed 1 to 1.
• Slings do not require re-certification unless damaged and repaired.
• If repaired, the sling may then be pulled to 2 to 1 by the manufacturer or his designate for purposes of re-
certification.
• All slings shall be appropriately tagged with the type of construction, safe working load, serial number and
material of construction
• All Rigging, previously used in offshore applications, shall not be used on Suncor sites.
Winch Line End Connections:
• Any winch, tugger or running line shall not be operated unless a proper, engineered end connection device
such as a socket and wedge, cable clamps, swaged, plug, spelter or resin socket is used. Under no
circumstances may a winch, tugger or running line be operated with a knot tied in the end of the line for the
purpose of attachment to the hook.
ASME Hoisting Safety Factors:
• Hooks, slings, spreader bars, shackles and all other hardware below the hoist ropes, boom point or bridge of
the crane - 5 to 1
• Hoist ropes (running lines on cranes) 3.5 to 1
• Hoist ropes (running lines on cranes) 3.5 to 1
• Hoist ropes (non-rotating) 5 to 1
• Personnel Hoisting 0 to 1
• Tugger lines and blocks (hoisting) 5 to 1
• Tugger lines and blocks (pulling) 3 to 1
• Pendant lines and guy lines 3 to 1
Hook Standards:
The following standard must be followed to ensure loads on hooks will not exceed 20% of ultimate breaking
strength.
• Hooks must be taken out of service if any indication of spreading or twisting of the hook is evident.
• No more than two slings shall be placed on a hook. More than two slings must be attached to a shackle and
the shackle shall be placed on the hook.
• Slings must be placed at angles of 60° or greater unless the hook is marked with 45° angles.
• Hooks must receive a periodic visual inspection for cracks, nicks or gouges as per the requirements of ASME
B30.10.
• Remove from service any hook with a crack, nick or gouge. Deformations may be dressed out with a file or
grinder provided manufacturer specifications are followed.
• Hooks used on multi sling bridles should be equipped with locking, load rated safety latches of the type
sometimes referred to as “Shur-Lok”.
• Hooks used with pulsating or frequent load cycles such as on a Vibro-hammer, shall be subject to periodic
non-destructive inspection such as magnetic particle or dye penetrant.
• Hooks must not be repaired, altered or re-shaped by heating, welding or bending.
• Hooks must be equipped with a properly functioning safety device that will prevent slings from being dislodged.
• Hook manufacturer “Best Practice” requires not less than 80% of shackle pins to bear the loads imposed by lift lugs.
• Hooks must never be side loaded, back loaded or tip loaded.
• Safety latches must not be distorted or bent and must not be placed under any load whatsoever.

D/d Ratio
Employers must ensure that all rigging used employs the D/d Ratio required by the manufacturer to ensure safe
usage and proper application. If workers do not employ special shackles and hooks with and increased D/d Ratio
(of a type sometimes known as “Sling Saver”) are used, the rigger must either oversize shackles and hooks or de-
rate slings 15%.

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UserName: Christina Ellerbeck (cellerbeck)

Title: Dir Maintenance Support Services
Date: Tuesday, 22 November 2016, 02:04 PM Mountain Time
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