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Rigging & Lifting

Standard Operating Procedure

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Date 2018-12-13
Creator Eadie, Andrew
Owner Davies, Gareth
Function Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
Approver Eadie, Andrew
Doc ID 44ISPA3ISPS4-1013285096-40296
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1.0 Approved 2018-12-13 Eadie, Andrew SOP approved for release

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 4

2 Personal Protective Equipment ........................................................................................... 5

3 Lifting Equipment Required ................................................................................................. 8

4 Loads up to 6kg ..................................................................................................................... 14

5 Loads from 6kg to 20kg ....................................................................................................... 16

6 Loads from 20kg to 50kg ..................................................................................................... 19

7 Loads from 50kg to 100kg (Basic Lifting) .......................................................................... 22

8 Loads up to 500kg (Advanced Lifting)................................................................................ 26

9 Loads more than 500kg ....................................................................................................... 30

10 Document Reference ............................................................................................................ 31

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1 Introduction
The SOP is split into sections; each section gives detail on the steps that must be followed for
the weight limits that are specified in the two relevant standards; the Global Rigging & Lifting
Standard and the Working at Height Standard.
Use the sections that are appropriate for the weight of the equipment being lifted onto the
structure in the country, to develop a localized procedure.
The tools to calculate the loads and the steps required to complete the lift are available as
Appendices to the SOP; these tools help ensure that the lift is done in a safe and controlled
manner.

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2 Personal Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and climbing equipment shown in the table below are for all
working at height activities; not all equipment will be required for every activity, however, the
specifications are non-negotiable.

FALL ARREST PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

No. Tool Accessories Picture Equipment to be Application
per person certified by relevant
standards or equivalent
1 Full Body EN361:2002 Personal Arrangement of straps,
Harness (Front protective equipment fittings, buckles or other
and rear against falls from elements suitably
attachment) height. designed to support the
EN358:1999 Personal body and provide
protective equipment attachment points for the
for work positioning shock absorbing lanyard
and prevention of falls and work positioning
from height. lanyard for fall arrest
CE0120 work.
2 Energy EN355:2002 Personal Used as the primary
Absorber protective equipment safety to arrest the fall of
(Double Y- against falls from the worker safely whilst
lanyard) height. minimizing injury.

CE0120

3 Work EN358:1999 Personal Used to allow worker the

Positioning protective equipment use of both hands whilst
Lanyard for work positioning at height.
and prevention of falls
from height.
CE0120

4 Climbing EN12492:2002 To protect the head

Helmet Mountaineering against falling objects or
equipment – Helmets from where a person has
for mountaineers a pendulum swing.
CE0120

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5 Mechanical EN1496:2006 Used to transfer the

advantage Note: A rescue kit can weight of a fallen person
System Per be assembled using a from their fall arrest
Work Team combination of various system to the rescue
(Rescue work at height system.
ratchet) equipment
EN354:2002 Personal
protective equipment
against falls from
height.
6 Steel Toe EN20345:2011 Protects worker’s feet
Capped Safety Personal protective from injury should
Boots equipment - Safety anything be dropped on
footwear them.

7 Hi-Vis Vest /or EN471 – High visibility Makes it easier to see

Jacket warning clothing. workers which assists in
organizing a worksite.

8 Set of Safety EN388-2442:2003 Protects worker’s hands

Gloves Protective gloves from cuts, pinches and
against mechanical rope burn.
risks
No single glove can
Note: Choose level of provide protection for
protection as per risk every work situation.
assessment.
9 Eye Protection EN166:2002 safety Protects workers from
Safety specifications for eye foreign objects injuring
spectacles protection their eyes
Safety Goggles
Note: Choose level of
protection as per risk
assessment.
10 Hearing EN352-1:2002 Hearing Protects worker’s ears
Protection Protectors from loud noises,
especially when working in
Note: Choose level of a noisy area for long
protection as per risk periods.
assessment.
11 Fall Arrest EN353-1:2002 Guided Used on a permanent life-
Trolley/Glider type fall arresters line to arrest a worker’s

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12 Fall arrest including a rigid anchor fall safely in a very short

trolley line. distance whilst minimizing
(Latchways injury.
Trolley)

Table 1

Fall arrest system will vary for each country; the equipment that is used must be in line with the
specific country’s legislation and the type of structures present on the sites.

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3 Lifting Equipment Required

The table highlights items that can be used on different lifting loads; the specifications are non-
negotiable. Not every site will need every item.
The manufacturers requirement for the use of lifting equipment must be followed.

Basic Rigging System (3:1 Mechanical Advantage System) (1 – 100Kg Maximum Load)
No. Tool Picture Equipment to be Application
Accessories per certified by relevant
person standards or equivalent
1 Connectors EN362:1992 Personal Used to connect
(Locking protective equipment various rigging/work
karabiners) against falls from at height
height - connectors. components to each
other or to anchor
points.

2 Rope Grab / EN353-2:2002 Used as a backup

Backup Personal protective device to ensure that
devices or equipment against the load is suspended
Type A safety falls from height. Part safely should the
line 2 (flexible anchor main-line fail.
adjustment lines)
device with EN12841:2006 Type A
appropriate Personal protective
lanyard. equipment – Rope
access systems –
Rope adjustment
devices
3 Main-line Low EN1891:1996 Used to connect the
Stretch Personal protective load to the
Kernmantle equipment for the mechanical
prevention of falls advantage system
Rope 10.5mm
from height – Low which allows it to be
– 13mm
stretch kernmantle lifted and/or lowered.
(Length of rope is ropes
dependent on
the height of the
structure and
system used)

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4 Backup Line EN1891:1996 A secondary rope

Low Stretch Personal protective used to ensure that
Kernmantle equipment for the the load is suspended
prevention of falls on the backup line
Rope 10.5mm
from height – Low should the main line
– 13mm
stretch kernmantle fail.
(Length of rope is ropes
dependent on
the height of the
structure and
system used)
5 Tag-line Low EN1891:1996 Ropes connected to
Stretch Personal protective the load to help
Kernmantle equipment for the guide and steady the
prevention of falls load during a lift.
Rope 10.5mm
from height – Low
– 13mm
stretch kernmantle
(Length of rope is ropes
dependent on
the height of the
structure)

6 Anchor Sling - EN566:1997 Used to anchor

Protective Mountaineering mechanical
cover equipment – Lanyards advantage systems
recommended requirements and test to a structure. May
methods also be used to sling
EN795:1996 Class B loads.
Protection against
falls from height –
Anchor devices –
Requirements and
testing.

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7 One-way EN12278:2007 Used as a one-way

system Mountaineering pulley which allows the
equipment - Pulleys - worker to lift a load
Safety requirements with reduced friction
and test methods but not to lower it.
EN567:2013
Mountaineering
equipment. Against
falls from height. Rope
Clamps
8 Two-way EN341:2011 Personal Used as a two-way
system fall protection pulley which allows the
equipment - worker to lift and lower
Descender devices for a load.
rescue
Note: it does however
EN12481 – Type C increase the friction in
Personal fall protection a system.
equipment – Rope
access systems – Rope
adjustment devices
9 11-13mm EN12278:2007 Used to reduce friction
Pulley Mountaineering in a mechanical
equipment. - Pulleys – advantage system.
Safety requirements May also be used to
and test methods change the direction a
worker needs to pull
in, to lift a load.

Table 2

Basic rigging system will vary for each country; the equipment that is used must be in line with the
specific country’s legislation and the type of structures present on site.

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Advanced Rigging System (100Kg – 500Kg Maximum Load)

No Tool Accessories Picture Equipment to be certified by Application
per person relevant standards or
equivalent
1 Main-line Low Rope requirement must be Used to connect the
Stretch fit for purpose and safe for load to the
Kernmantle use as per winch mechanical
manufacturer advantage system
Rope 13mm+
requirements. which allows it to be
(Length of rope lifted and/or
depends on the lowered.
height of the
structure and
system used)

2 Tag-line Nylon ISO 2307 Ropes connected to

(2) Rope 18mm Fiber ropes – The the load to help
Determination of certain guide and steady
(Length of rope
physical and mechanical the load during a lift.
depends on the
properties Not to be used to
height of the
support the weight
structure)
of the load.
3 16mm Rope EN13157 Machinery Used to reduce
Pulley Directive for lifting goods friction in a
WLL 500kg and equipment mechanical
And/or Certified by advantage system.
minimum
manufacturer to the May also be used to
correct WLL and to what change the direction
safety factor the specific a worker needs to
item is guaranteed to or pull in, to lift a load.
certified to by the
manufacturer
4 Split-pin 2 EN13889:2003 Forged Used to connect
Tonne safety steel shackles for general various pieces of
bow shackles or lifting purposes - Dee equipment to gin
shackles and bow shackles poles or slings
Safety D-
and/or to each
shackles
other.

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5 2T WLL Lifting EN1492-1:2000 Textile Used to anchor

Slings Slings mechanical
advantage systems
to a structure. May
also be used to sling
loads.
Varies in length from
0.5m to 4m
6 Self-Tailing EN 14492-1:2006 Power A mechanical device
500kg WLL Driven Winches. used to aid in lifting
Capstan Winch Machinery Directive heavy loads.
2006/42/CE and associated
Ensure the standards and regulations.
winch has the
correct ISO Standard 4301-1:2016
components to Crane and lifting appliance
classification.
be fitted to the
structure NOTE: Test load for the capstan
winch is recommended to be 1.5
times lift weight load and tackle
7 3500W (min) ISO 8528 series Used to power the
Generator Generator - alternating capstan winch.
current generating sets
Ensure it is safe As national and regional
for use and fit legislation or regulation
for purpose

8 16mm BS4429 Certificate of Used to tension fox

turnbuckles eye compliance provided by lines
to eye or clevis reputable dealer with WLL
750 stated on equipment.

Standard Specification for

Turnbuckles, Swaged,
Welded, Forged

Open body rigging screws

To DIN 1480 eye to eye.
9 4m 4000kg Ratchets conform to These are only used
Ratchet straps EN12195-2:2001 safety for securing loads
performance requirements for delivery of items
to and from the site
locations, not for
lifting purposes.

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10 Inner tire tube N/A Used to assist in

securing the capstan
winch on a tubular
tower leg.

It only protects the

structure from
scratches and
damage and has no
loadbearing
capability.
11 Gin Pole kit Fit for purpose and safe for Uses a pulley on its
use as per engineer’s upper end to lift
design and installation loads.
requirement.

12 50mm-150mm Fit for purpose and safe for Provides a

Universal use as per engineer’s connection point for
standoff design and installation universal cross over
requirement. plate to connect gin
bracket
pole

13 Universal cross Fit for purpose and safe for Allows the gin pole
over plate use as per engineer’s to be connected to
design and installation the standoff bracket
requirement.

Table 3

Advanced rigging system will vary for each country; the equipment that is used must be in line
with the specific country’s legislation and the type of structures present on the sites.

Please note that NOT ALL components in the above list are required for all lifting methods, they
need to be identified and fit for purpose by way of the lifting plan requirements.

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4 Loads up to 6kg
Work at height MUST always be completed with a minimum of a 2-person Team
The individual climbing the structure must always be FASTENED, either by a fixed fall arrest
system or the use of a double lanyard.
A load of up to 6kg can be carried up using any one of the following: -
1. Attached to the person’s harness for lifting and climbing (Fig. 4.0)
2. Carried in a back pack (Fig. 4.1)
3. Attached to a Rope & Lifted up (Fig. 4.2)
It is important that the load is attached in a way that does not catch on the structure being
climbed.

Sequence of work

Lifting Pre-Check:
• Check all documentation and complete the toolbox talk / safety brief.
• Check all equipment are in good condition and properly rated (harness, positioning rope
double lanyard with shock absorber, sling shackle)
• Check each other’s equipment (buddy Check) before anyone climbs

Lifting the Load:

• Plan the route, (rest points and location the load will be lifted to)
• Start ascending tower with the load.
• Once the work position is reached, secure the load in the location planned.
• For 4.2, ascend the tower, with rope and when in position, pull the load up. Should this
method be used, a non-return system must be employed to ensure that the load cannot
be dropped accidentally.
• There must be minimal friction on the rope.
• During the lifting activities clear communication must be maintained at all times, if no
direct voice communication is possible then use radios.
• Ensure a drop zone is in place.

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4.0 Attached to the person’s harness for 4.1 Carried in a back pack
lifting and climbing.

4.2 Attached to a Rope & Lifted up

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5 Loads from 6kg to 20kg

3-Person Team
Sequence of work
Lifting Pre-Check:
• Check all documentation and complete the toolbox talk / safety brief.
• Check all equipment (harness, positioning rope double lanyard with shock absorber,
sling shackle are in good condition and properly rated.
• Check all equipment has been installed / set up correctly and is secure.
• Check each other’s equipment (buddy Check) before anyone climbs
• Ensure a drop zone is in place.

Lifting Ropes Installation:

• Climb with ropes (pulling rope and backup rope), sling, shackle and pulley to the
proposed load end location.
• Set up the sling, shackle, pulley system with ‘’non-return device’’ on the tower leg above
the proposed final location of the load.
• Run the rope through the pulley having both ends of the rope on the ground.
• Set up the backup rope via sling and shackle and have it run down to the ground.
• Fix the rope to the load using securing knots and choke slings where required.
• Set up the attachment sling with carabiner and pulley between the load and pulling rope
to use as a flying line in the same time – this system to be used when it is a 2-person
team.

DO NOT ALLOW THE ROPE TO BE LEFT SO THAT IT CAN BE DAMAGED OR WALKED ON.
DO NOT CUT THE ROPE FOR LENGTH TO A SPECIFIC JOB.

Fly Line Installation (a safety rope controlled on the ground):

• Tie a rope to the bottom of the load.
• As the load is being raised into position, the rope must be pulled taut by a person on the
ground.
• The person on the ground must control the load during its ascent keeping it away from
all existing equipment.

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Lifting the Load:

• During the lifting activities, clear communication must be maintained at all times, if no
direct voice communication possible then use radios.
• There must be minimal friction on the rope.
• Flying line or belayer (a safety rope controlled on the ground) should not be pulled too
tight to ensure that the lift does not hit other Antennas or the tower.
• Keep all personnel clear from lifting area.
• Check that the condition of the structures and lifting equipment is safe for use and fit
for purpose.
• Ensure that all lifting items are connected correctly and in line with the manufacturer
specifications and that SWL [safe working loads] are not exceeded.
• Before the main lift, the load should be raised to just above ground and the rigging
equipment and load should be checked to ensure that no problems have occurred
during the initial movement.

Lowering the Load

When lowering the load, make sure that the following are considered: -
• The position of the lowering device
• The position of the rigger
• The drop-zone is maintained

5.0 Load between 6-20kg must be lifted 5.1 A Lift being done by a 2-person Team where
via 2 men on the ground, one person lifting the flying rope is not required, by using shackle
the load with the 2nd person directing the sling and pulley between the 2 ends of the rope
load from the tower via a flying rope. The the load is keep close to the pulling rope acting as
3rd person is FASTENED on the tower a flying rope as well.
waiting for the load to be lifted to the
designated location.

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5.2 An example of the equipment set up at the top of the tower for lifting the weight. The
diagram above reflects the ‘’Backup rope’’ secured via a sling and shackle and the pulling rope
running through a ‘’non-return device’’ combined with a pulley attached to the tower structure
via a sling and shackle.

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6 Loads from 20kg to 50kg

4-Person Team
Sequence of work
Lifting Pre-Check:
• Check all documentation and complete the toolbox talk / safety brief.
• Check all equipment (harness, positioning rope double lanyard with shock absorber,
sling shackle are in good condition and properly rated.
• Check all equipment has been installed / set up correctly and is secure.
• Check each other’s equipment (buddy Check) before anyone climbs
• Ensure a drop zone is in place.
Lifting Ropes Installation:
• Climb with ropes (pulling rope and backup rope), sling, shackle and pulley to the
proposed load end location.
• Set up the sling, shackle, pulley system with ‘’non-return device’’ on the tower leg above
the proposed final location of the load.
• Run the rope through the pulley having both ends of the rope on the ground.
• Set up the backup rope via sling and shackle and have it run down to the ground.
• Fix the rope to the load using securing knots and choke slings where required.
• Set up the attachment sling with carabiner and pulley between the load and pulling rope
to use as a flying line in the same time – this system to be used when it is a 3-person
team.

DO NOT ALLOW THE ROPE TO BE LEFT SO THAT IT CAN BE DAMAGED OR WALKED ON.
DO NOT CUT THE ROPE FOR LENGTH TO A SPECIFIC JOB.

Positioning of Load:
• Ensure that the Setup of the load in the lift point area is in line with pulley system.
• Make sure the load is orientated correctly so it is not lifted upside-down.
• Check all equipment is secured, certified and in the correct position and all ropes are
taut.

Fly Line Installation (a safety rope controlled on the ground):

• Tie a rope to the bottom of the load.
• As the load is being raised into position, the rope must be pulled taut by a person on the
ground.
• The person on the ground must control the load during its ascent keeping it away from
all existing equipment.

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Lifting the Load:

• During the lift, clear communication must be maintained always, if no direct voice
communication possible then use radios.
• There must be minimal friction on the rope.
• Flying line or belayer should not be pulled too tight to ensure that the lift does not hit
other Antennas or the tower.
• Keep all personnel clear from lifting area.
• Check that the condition of the structures and lifting equipment is safe for use and fit
for purpose.
• Ensure that all lifting items are connected correctly and in line with the manufacturer
specifications and that SWL (safe working loads) are not exceeded.
• Before the main lift, the load should be raised to just above ground and the rigging
equipment and load should be checked to ensure that no problems have occurred
during the initial movement.

Lowering the Load

When lowering the load, make sure that the following are considered: -
• The position of the lowering device
• The position of the rigger
• The drop-zone is maintained

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6.1 Lifts between 20-50kg – 3 men on 6.2 Note this may be able to be completed with a
the ground are required, 2 men lifting 3-person team if the environment permits this.
the load and the 3rd directing the load
away from the tower via the flying rope.
The 4th person is on the tower waiting
for the load to be lifted to the
designated location for fitting it.

6.3 & 6.4: The drawings show a 2nd pulley with a “Non-return ‘’ device attached to the
bottom tower leg via a sling and shackle, directing the pulling force in line with the tower leg
- reducing the load weight for an easier lift.

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7 Loads from 50kg to 100kg (Basic Lifting)

Multi-Team Lift
The lift between 50Kg and up to 100Kg can either be completed using the methodology
outlined in section 6, multi-team lift or utilize a capstan winch as detailed below
The capstan winch takes complexity out of the process and is more efficient, the sequence
below details the process to be followed.

Sequence of work
Lifting Pre-Check:
• Check all documentation and complete the toolbox talk / safety brief.
• Check all equipment (harness, positioning rope double lanyard with shock absorber,
sling shackle are in good condition and properly rated.
• Check all equipment has been installed / set up correctly and is secure.
• Check each other’s equipment (buddy Check) before anyone climbs
• Ensure a drop zone is in place.

Attaching an Open Round Sling:

• Climb the tower to the planned location of the sling.
• Wrap the sling around the structure at least once to prevent the sling from slipping. (Fig
7.0)
• Attach a connector to both ends of the sling to ensure it remains secure at all times.

7.0 An example of the slinging for “open round sling”.

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Attaching a New Gin Pole:

• Climb the tower to the planned location of gin pole with slings, rope, shackles and
pulleys; all equipment taken up must be secured to prevent it from dropping.
• Tie a choke knot around the main horizontal and attach a D-shackle and pulley.
• Feed a rope through the pulley and lower it to the bottom of the tower.
• Attach the first section of the gin pole and proceed to hoist it to the planned location.
• Secure each section of gin pole to the tower until all required sections are hoisted up.
• Assemble the gin pole by slotting the male sections into the female sections and
temporarily secure with the attached locating screw. Then tighten the 2 jacking pins to
fully secure the two sections together.
• Attach the gin pole to either the angular/tubular leg using the universal standoff bracket
as seen in the diagrams.
• If attaching to the main horizontals, position the pole as close as possible to the legs as
seen in diagrams (in previous sections)

Lifting Ropes Installation:

• Fix the rope to the load using securing knots and choke slings where required.
• Use a draw rope, run the rope through the first pulley attached to the underside of the
gin pole.
• Run the rope back down to the first pulley on the load.
• Repeat above steps if there are more than one pulley on the underside of the gin pole
(3, 2 or 1).
• Next run the rope finally back down to the base of the tower where the capstan winch
has been installed.
• Run the rope around the capstan winch multiple times as seen in the diagram.
• Ensure that the lifting rope is not left slack in any area and ready for lifting.
• Set up the backup rope via sling and shackle and have it run down to the ground.

DO NOT ALLOW THE ROPE TO BE LEFT SO THAT IT CAN BE DAMAGED OR WALKED ON.
DO NOT CUT THE ROPE FOR LENGTH TO A SPECIFIC JOB.

Positioning of Load:
• Ensure that the Setup of the load in the lift point area is in line with pulley system.
• Make sure the load is orientated correctly so it is not lifted upside-down.
• Check all equipment is secured, certified and in the correct position and all ropes are
taut

Fly Line Installation (a safety rope controlled on the ground):

• Tie a rope to the bottom of the load.
• As the load is being raised into position, the rope must be pulled taut by a person on the
ground.
• The person on the ground must control the load during its ascent – keeping it away from
all existing equipment and the structure.

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Capstan Winch Installation:

• If the tower leg is tubular [CHS], wrap a tire tube around the leg to provide extra grip for
the chains on the leg to prevent lateral movement.
• Remove capstan winch from the box and support against the tower leg while it is fixed
into position.
• Place chains around the leg and tighten the tension bolt until winch is secured.
• Make sure winch is secured tightly against the tower leg and facing in the direction of
the load.
Lifting the Load:
• Check the leg tower structures and installation pulley.
• Check the installation of the pulley at the top of the tower for the secondary rope.
• There must be no friction on the rope during the lift.
• Ensure that all lifting items are connected correctly and in line with the manufacturer
specifications and that SWL [safe working loads] are not exceeded.
Lowering the Load
When lowering the load, make sure that the following are considered: -
• The position of the lowering device
• The position of the rigger
• The drop-zone is maintained

7.0 The diagrams show a team lifting a load between 7.1 The Load is attached via a sling shackle and
50-100 kg having 2 men on the ground, 1 lifting the pulley to provide a secured and easier lift.
load using a capstan winch with the 2nd person
directing the load from the tower with a flying rope.
The 3rd person is on the tower waiting for the load
to be lifted to the location and for fitting it. Note:
Image doesn’t reflect the number of persons
required for the lift this can range from a 3-person
team or more. This will be dictated by the lift.

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Figure 7.2 & 7.3 Gin Pole or Derrick (Lifting Beam) must be set up on the top of the tower to
accommodate the heavier loads to be lifted. The Gin pole must be installed and secured across the
two tower legs and be fitted at the end of it with an eyelet, shackle and pulley for the puling rope.

7.4 & 7.5. The Capstan winch with ‘’non-return device’’ is fitted on the bottom of the tower leg for
directing the pulling force in line with the tower leg. The lift is controlled by the person via a foot
pedal, attached to the Capstan Winch

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8 Loads up to 500kg (Advanced Lifting)

Multi-Team Lift

Sequence of work
Lifting Pre-Check:
• Check all documentation and complete the toolbox talk / safety brief.
• Check all equipment (harness, positioning rope double lanyard with shock absorber,
sling shackle are in good condition and properly rated.
• Check everything has been installed / set up correctly and is secure.
• Check each other’s equipment (buddy Check) before anyone climbs
• Ensure a drop zone is in place.

Attaching an Open Round Sling:

• Ascend the tower to the planned location of the sling.
• Wrap the sling around the structure at least once to prevent the sling from slipping.
• Connect a shackle to both ends of the sling to ensure it always remains.

Attaching a New Gin Pole:

• Ascend the tower to the planned location of gin pole with slings, rope, shackles and
pulleys.
• Tie a choke knot around the main horizontal and attach a D-shackle and pulley.
• Feed a rope through the pulley and lower it to the bottom of the tower.
• Attach the first section of the gin pole and proceed to hoist it to the planned location.
• Secure each section of gin pole to the tower until all required sections are hoisted up.
• Assemble the gin pole by slotting the male sections into the female sections and
temporarily secure with the attached locating screw. Then tighten the 2 jacking pins to
fully secure the two sections together.
• Attach the gin pole to either the angular/tubular leg using the universal standoff bracket
as seen in the diagrams.
• If attaching to the main horizontals, position the pole as close as possible to the legs as
seen in diagrams.

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Lifting Ropes Installation:

• Fix the rope to the load using securing knots and choke slings where required.
• Use a draw rope, run the rope through the first pulley attached to the underside of the
gin pole.
• Run the rope back down to the first pulley on the load.
• Repeat above steps if there are more than one pulley on the underside of the gin pole
(3, 2 or 1).
• Next run the rope finally back down to the base of the tower where the capstan winch
has been installed.
• Run the rope around the capstan winch multiple times as seen in the diagram.
• Ensure that the lifting rope is not left slack in any area and ready for lifting.
• Set up the backup rope via sling and shackle and have it run down to the ground.

DO NOT ALLOW THE ROPE TO BE LEFT SO THAT IT CAN BE DAMAGED OR WALKED ON.
DO NOT CUT THE ROPE FOR LENGTH TO A SPECIFIC JOB.

Positioning of Load:
• Ensure that the Setup of the load in the lift point area in line with pulley system.
• Make sure the load is orientated correctly so it is not lifted upside-down.
• Check all equipment is secured, certified and in the correct position and all ropes are
taut.

Fly Line Installation (a safety rope controlled on the ground):

• Tie a rope to the bottom of the load.
• As the load is being raised into position, the rope must be pulled taut by a person on the
ground.
• The person on the ground must control the load during its ascent – keeping it away from
all existing equipment.

Capstan Winch Installation:

• If the tower leg is tubular [CHS], wrap tire tube around the leg to provide extra grip for
the chains on the leg to prevent lateral movement.
• Remove capstan winch from the box and support against the tower leg while it is fixed
into position.
• Place chains around the leg and tighten the tension bolt until winch is secured.
• Make sure winch is secured tightly against the tower leg and facing in the direction of
the load.

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Lifting the Load:

• Check the leg tower structures and installation pulley.
• Check the installation of the pulley at the top of the tower for the secondary rope.
• Make sure the rope does not get friction.
• Follow specific instructions / procedures for attachment of the rigging gear to the max
load.
Lowering the Load
When lowering the load, make sure that the following are considered: -
• The position of the lowering device
• The position of the rigger
• The drop-zone is maintained

8.0 The diagrams show the process to be 8.1 With multiple pulleys at the load end, using a
used for lifting a load over 100 kg. 2 men are spreader beam will allow for the pulleys and
on the ground 1 lifting the load via a capstan shackles to avoid clashing with each other and
winch, the 2nd person directing the load from keep the lines clear and not twisted.
the tower via a flying rope. A 3rd person is on
the tower waiting for the load to lifted to the
designated location for fixing it. Note: The
diagram here shows a 3-person team
performing the lifting activities, the number
in the team will be dictated by the lift.

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Figure 8.2 & 8.3 The Gin Pole or Derrick (Lifting Beam) is to be set up on the top of the
tower to accommodate heavier loads to be lifted. The Gin pole must be installed and
secured across the two tower legs and be fitted at the end of it with an eyelet, shackle and
pulley for the puling rope.

8.4 and 8.5 A Capstan winch with ‘’non-return device’’ fitted on the bottom of the tower leg
for directing the pulling force in line with the tower leg. The lift is controlled by the person
via a foot pedal.

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9 Loads more than 500kg

SPECIAL LIFTING ONLY
For any loads being lifted over 500kg in weight, a crane must be used to lift the load to its
ultimate location or use specialist lifting equipment and seek the correct advice on how to
engage this.
A specialist crane planning organization should be approached to assist with the set up and
location of the crane, the load to be lifted and the calculations that are required to ensure safe
lifting.
Considerations of location of set up, ground conditions, overhead cables and the protecting of
workers and the public must be taken in to account

DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS WITHOUT SUPPORT AND ADVICE.

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10 Document Reference
Rigging & Lifting Standard

Pre- Construction Meeting Doc

Lifting Calculator

Pre- works Checklist

Equipment List

Equipment Checklist

Completion Checklist

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