CONTRACTOR TITLE BLOCK FORMAT

Al-Zour Refinery Project

(Contract No.: ZOR/EPC-0055-A –
Main Process Units)

AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

PROJECT NO: 10031 / P055AZOR UNIT: CUD+ARDS+LAYDOMN

SUBCONTRACT NUMBER: 1003125050 EQUIPMENT : N/A

REVIEW RESPONSE BY CONTRACTOR:
CONTRACTOR review and comments do not indicate either responsibility or liability for accuracy and completeness of this
document or alter any contractual terms and conditions:

DATE:
SUBCONTRACTOR IDENTIFICATION: SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED

DOCUMENT TITLE: Method Statement for General Lifting

SUBCONTRACTOR DOCUMENT No.: REV: 00 CODE:DES-0003

ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001
CONTRACTOR DOCUMENT No.: REV: (6) DOCUMENT SIZE: A4

COMPANY DOCUMENT No.: REV: (6) PAGES: 13

COMPANY CATEGORY: IFI

VENDOR TO COMPLETE BOXES 1 TO 5 AS INDICATED

1.SUBCONTRACT Nºas shown on RFQ

2. If applicable. The equipments / tags numbers of each item covered by the document. Where the document
covers all items e.g. a Arrangement The equipments / tags numbers of each item covered by the document. Where
the document covers all items e.g. a General Specification or a General Arrangement then put “ALL”. Where the
number of Tag Numbers are too numerous to list in the box, then reference can be given to a drawing or a
separated sheet as part of an A4 document.
3. Document Code to agree with that listed in Att. 1 of this document. Where the document covers several codes
and them cannot be listed within the appropriate box, and then reference can be given to the drawing or in
separated sheet as part of the document.
4. Subcontractor to identify document with their usual standard title block. Minimum data required as indicated.
Title Consists in plain text and it shall have no ambiguity with any other attribute.
5. ISO ESTANDAR METRIC SIZE (A0/A1/A2/A3/A4) and Number of pages of the document (should be updated in
each revision).
6. To be included by CONTRACTOR in first revision and to be keep in further revisions

10031_TITLE BLOCK(SUBCONTRACT) - GEN-001

 METHOD STATEMENT
FOR
GENERAL LIFTING

Document No. ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001

Client’s Name: Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC)

Project Title: KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

A3

A2

A1

A0 21.Oct.2017 Issued for construction Da Xing Xu ZhongKui

Rev. DATE ISSUED FOR PREPARED BY REVIEWED BY APPROVED BY

 KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

Method Statement for General Lifting

Contract No. : 1003125050 Project No : 010031
Document No. : ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001 Rev.: 00 Page 1 of 8

CONTENT

1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................... 2

2 PURPOSE ................................................................................................................... 2

3 DEFINITIONS .............................................................................................................. 2

4 ABBRIVIATION AND DEFINITION ................................................................................ 2

5 WORK ORGANISATION .............................................................................................. 2

6 RESPONSIBILITIE AND DUTIES .................................................................................... 3

7 EQUIPMENT & TOOLS, TACKLES USED ........................................................................ 3

8 DESCRIPTION OF LOADS TO BE LIFTED ........................................................................ 3

9 CRANE SELECTIONS .................................................................................................... 3

10 GROUND AND SURROUNDING CONDITION ................................................................ 4

11 CRANE(S) SITTING & LIFTING STUDY ........................................................................... 4

12 PERSONNEL & TRAINING ........................................................................................... 5

13 OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................. 5

14 WEATHER CONDITIONS ............................................................................................. 5

15 COMMUNICATIONS ................................................................................................... 5

16 IMPORTANCE OF A CHECKLIST ................................................................................... 6

17 RIGGING AND DE-RIGGING OF CRANES ...................................................................... 7

SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

 KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

Method Statement for General Lifting

Contract No. : 1003125050 Project No : 010031
Document No. : ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001 Rev.: 00 Page 2 of 8

1 GENERAL

It shall be the responsibility of SINOPEC-V Project Management team, to ensure that all
the relevant requirements, specifications and standards are followed.

2 PURPOSE

The purpose of this Method Statement is to outline the arrangement for general lifting
and erection for all units using Cranes.

3 DEFINITIONS

COMPANY: Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC)

CONTRACTOR: Kuwaiti unincorporated integrated Joint Venture

Established between the PARTIES (Técnicas Reunidas
(leader), Sinopec Eng. and Hanwha Eng.), TSHJ, acting
as EPC CONTRACTOR # 1
SUBCONTRACTOR: Authorized enterprise/s to carry out construction activities
on behalf of Contractor (SINOPEC)

SUPPLIER (or VENDOR): Any person, firm, partnership, company, corporation or

combination thereof with which the BUYER has sent the
QUOTATION REQUEST or placed the PURCHASE
ORDER.
SUPPLY: All material, equipment and services to be provided
whether expressly or by implication under the PURCHASE
ORDER.

4 ABBRIVIATION AND DEFINITION

COMPANY TEAM The integrated Project Management Team comprising of KNPC

FEED Front End Engineering Design
PMC Foster Wheeler Energy Limited UK
KNPC Kuwait National Petroleum Company
SUB CONTRACTOR SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

5 WORK ORGANISATION

General erection and lifting shall be headed by Project manager supported by

Construction manager & Rigging Superintendent in coordination with overall project
safety, quality, and tech service departmental heads.
Competent and qualified engineers shall be assigned for the erection activities, which will
be supported by area supervisors controlling their works these supervisors shall be
provided with competent foremen.

SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

 KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

Method Statement for General Lifting

Contract No. : 1003125050 Project No : 010031
Document No. : ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001 Rev.: 00 Page 3 of 8

6 RESPONSIBILITIE AND DUTIES

The following personnel will be deployed for the General Lifting and erection
 Rigging Superintendent Supervisor
 Rigging HSE Supervisor
 Rigging Foremen
 Job Performer I Permit Taker
 Crane Operators
 Riggers
 Signal Man
All of the above workers are designated to every particular function they have to act to. Those
with special skill where in certification is required, it has to be complied prior before the
assignmen

7 EQUIPMENT & TOOLS, TACKLES USED

As foreseen in the work activities, SINOPEC had allocated the following list of equipment’s &
Tools, tackles that are readily available, usable and dedicated to every section of work it may
require.
The types of equipment are enumerated as follows:
 Lifting crane
 Lifting belt
 Bow Shackle
 Chain Block
 Wire Rope
 Supporting Crane
 Concrete block

8 DESCRIPTION OF LOADS TO BE LIFTED

Sufficient information must be provided to give a clear, but brief, description that will
clearly identify the lift(s) to be undertaken. A separate risk assessment form will need to
be completed for every time the crane is moved to a new position, unless the risk
assessment has taken into account the hazards associated with all positions.

9 CRANE SELECTIONS
Using the previously gathered information in conjunction with crane manufactures duty
charts it will allow the selection of a crane that is suitable with sufficient capacity to safely
execute the lifting operation.

Details of the preferred crane(s) to be used must be recorded within the Method

Statement and must include:

 the make and model;

 capacity

SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

 KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

Method Statement for General Lifting

Contract No. : 1003125050 Project No : 010031
Document No. : ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001 Rev.: 00 Page 4 of 8

 job length ( plus fly/luffer jib with offset where required );

 outrigger spread;

 outrigger load;

 Maximum ground bearing capacity counterweight/super-lift counterweight

required; Weight of the crane.

10 GROUND AND SURROUNDING CONDITION

The responsibility for ensuring that the ground beneath the crane can withstand the loads
imposed by the crane during lifting should always rest with the user. However the
Subcontractor may well not have sufficient expertise to carry out an assessment of the
ground, therefore the Competent Person should ensure that the Contractor has consulted
an appropriate specialist such as specialist professional engineer in geotechnical
engineering (P.E, Geotechnical) to ensure that the ground will sustain the loads imposed
by the crane.

Where the Competent Person has any concerns or doubts about ground conditions it
should be noted by the Responsible Person and no lifting should commence until all
issues have been satisfactorily resolved.

All Crane Hire/Contracting organizations such as occupiers of work sites or factories must
provide their user with the worst case scenarios of pressures that can be applied during a
lifting operation with a specific crane type lifting a known load weight.

Excavations can be a real hazard to lifting operations. During any survey all excavations
in close vicinity to a where a lifting operation will take place must be noted. Also on the
day of a lifting operation the area should be re-checked, many times on construction
sites excavations get dug without any communication to the lifting team.

11 CRANE(S) SITTING & LIFTING STUDY

All crane/lifting operations must have some form of documents, from the simple lifting
operations where all analysis and information may be recorded on a Lifting plan in
conjunction with a Permit to Work, all the way up to the very complex lifting operation
which will require a very detailed and comprehensive Lifting Study.

The lifting plan can be in the form of a hand drawn sketch for the simple operations, with a
detailed engineered drawing for the more difficult and complex operations. In each case
the idea of having a sitting plan is to ensure that the crane or lifting machine is positioned
on the correct location to safely complete the intended operation. Margins as low as 1 m
can be the difference between success and failure, it is recommended that a water based
spray paint is used to mark out where the crane will be sited for all complex lifting
situations. Lifting Plan shall be provided for Critical Lift.

SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

 KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

Method Statement for General Lifting

Contract No. : 1003125050 Project No : 010031
Document No. : ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001 Rev.: 00 Page 5 of 8

12 PERSONNEL & TRAINING

All personnel involved in any lifting operation must be trained, skilled and competent in
their role and have certificated evidence of proof. The Competent Person must ensure
that all members of the Lifting Team have the relevant qualifications and certification.

Always ensure that there are sufficient numbers in manpower resources to carry out the
work comfortably and without putting undue pressure on any member of the team. In the
event that there may be a trainee within the team, the Competent Person must ensure
that they are under constant supervision and not allowed to undertake unfamiliar tasks on
their own.

13 OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Each Lifting Operation must be planned taking into consideration the operational
requirements of the site. In general when lifting operations are taking place there are
others involved and other work activities going on in the close vicinity of the lift.

To ensure that the lifting area is secure and free from unauthorized persons the area
must be cordoned or barricaded off. During the lift lookouts must be posted to prevent
entry into the lifting area,

14 WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather has a major impact on any Lifting Operation. Wind is a major hazard that can
disrupt and put a lifting operation at risk. Cranes must never lift at wind speeds beyond
those recommended in the crane manufacturer's instructions.

Additional to manufacturer recommendations, the larger the wind sail area of a load the
more risk it may bring, therefore it may be necessary to do a calculation to find out what
the safe wind operating speed will be. Many times it is very much less than that
recommended by the manufacturer.

15 COMMUNICATIONS
Failures in communications are often root causes of lifting incidents and can also be the
most difficult to detect. Good training and adherence to correct procedures are vital but
checking the actual situation at the worksite is of utmost importance.

Communication also extends to warning personnel of the lifting activity and keeping the
lift area clear of personnel not involved in the lifting operation.

All members of the lifting team must be sure of their individual tasks and their team
members' roles in order to fully and easily communicate with one another. Designated
signallers shall be clearly and separately identifiable, by use of reflective jackets or other
conspicuous clothing or marking.

SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

 KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

Method Statement for General Lifting

Contract No. : 1003125050 Project No : 010031
Document No. : ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001 Rev.: 00 Page 6 of 8

Good quality of communications is essential especially when any part of the lift is not
clearly visible to any of the team members. If a signal is not clear to a member of the lift
team operating any lifting equipment, then the operation shall cease to progress.

Never start any lifting operation until all concerned have been briefed in a Pre-Start
Meeting, ensuring that they understand their role and responsibilities and that they have
signed onto the Permit-to-Work or record of attendance at the Pre-Start Meeting.

16 IMPORTANCE OF A CHECKLIST
A checklist can mean the difference between failure and success. It may be only one
element in the successful execution of a safe lift, but it is a key element. When all the
work has been completed in preparation for the lifting operation it is always
recommended and wise to use a final checklist to ensure that all requirements are in
place and in a safe condition. The important points given below could form part of your
own checklist:

 Check position of crane(s)

 Check outrigger positions and conditions of subsoil I supporting structure

 Check foundation and shim plates of foundation if applicable

 Check radius at pink-up position of load

 Check radius at setting position of load and area between pick-up and set position

 Check boom length of crane and if applicable counterweight and super lift
counterweights

 Check clearances with surrounding structures in connection with tail swing of

Counterweight and super lift structure when slewing the crane

 Check reefing of lift block and lift capacity

 Check shackle pin sizes and lifting lug sizes

 Check orientation and position of lifting and tail lugs

 Check sling lengths and SWL

 Check location of center of gravity (CG) and verify it with CG on drawings

 Check weight of load if possible

 Check lifting trunnion size and dimensions

 Check condition of access road to foundation

 Check general condition of crane and LMI

 Check fuel, oil and condition of engines

 Instruct operators and rigging crew in details about planned operation

SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

 KUWAIT AL ZOUR REFINERY PROJECT

Method Statement for General Lifting

Contract No. : 1003125050 Project No : 010031
Document No. : ZOR-1003125050-MS-GEN-001 Rev.: 00 Page 7 of 8

 Clearly mark operation area to stop unauthorized personnel from entering the work
area

 Check medical aid on side in case of accidents

 Plan your operations in details and think ahead

17 RIGGING AND DE-RIGGING OF CRANES

The rigging and de-rigging of cranes is correctly classified as" High Risk Activity".
Many accidents and indeed in many cases there are more accidents resulting in injury
and fatality during these 2 phases of a lifting operation than what occur during the actual
lifting process.

Rigging and de-rigging present many challenges and generate many hazards and
associated risks. During these phases of any lifting operation extreme caution and
vigilance are required. Much heavy work and working at height is required, particularly
where larger capacity cranes are in use. Careful documented planning of Hazard and
Risk Analysis is required. De-rigging also brings the added factors of rushing at the end of
a lift to get clear of the site, equally after a lift is complete and in many cases the crane
operator is left to his own devices and alone to complete the task, folding up the Fly - Jib
on a small hydraulic is every bit as dangerous as taking of the luffer on a large crawler.

Whilst all phases of a lifting operation require focus, vigilance, monitoring and control, the
elements of Rigging and De-rigging are very easily overlooked and taken for granted.
Appointed Persons/Lift Supervisors must ensure that the Lifting Team are alert and
familiar with all hazards, associated risks and implemented control measures.

SINOPEC FIFTH CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

 Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industrial Company (KIPIC)
Al Zour New Refinery Project Kuwait-Process Units Rev O Page 1 of 4
Contractor job code: 1003125120
COLD HOT ENTRY
MASTER COPY
Location NRP-AL-ZOUR Ref. No: ZOR-SINOPEC-HSE-RA-022 , Rev.00
Department / Division Sinopec-V construction Team Date 21-10-2017
Area/ Unit/Contractor Sinopec Unit 01,02,11,12,21,22,LAYDOWN Review Date 20-10-2018
Description of Activity Risk Assessment For General Lifting
Estimated No. of Persons
Likely to be exposed:

No Hazard Likelihood Severity Risk Mitigation(precaution taken) Likelihood Severity Residual

Consider KIPIC Standards/Codes/Practices. Risk
 Crane Operator shall have valid License and
approved crane operator certificate;
Unauthorized and  Rigger shall possess unexpired certificate prom
Incompetent Operator approved third party and be experienced to perform
1 2 3 Caution 1 2 Care
and rigger, and this task;
untrained crew members  Crew members shall pass lifting training with the
record on their own performance card

 All the crew members shall wear proper helmet,

goggles, gloves and safety shoes;
 Rigger and flag man shall wear reflective vest for
identification;
2 Improper PPE 3 2 Caution 1 1 Care
 If rigger or other crew member need to work on
height, he shall wear proper full-body safety harness
and make sure 100% tied-off on completed platform.

 Cranes shall have a valid Safety Inspection sticker

issued by client (if required) prior to use on site.
Poor condition and  Operators shall inspect cranes each day and
competent person shall carry out monthly inspection
3 maintenance of crane 4 3 Alert 2 1 Care
for all cranes.
and slings
 Rigger shall inspect the slings before each activity
and ensure the slings can comply with safety
requirements.
RA-Rev.00
 Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industrial Company (KIPIC)
Al Zour New Refinery Project Kuwait-Process Units Rev O Page 2 of 4
Contractor job code: 1003125120
COLD HOT ENTRY
MASTER COPY
Location NRP-AL-ZOUR Ref. No: ZOR-SINOPEC-HSE-RA-022 , Rev.00
Department / Division Sinopec-V construction Team Date 21-10-2017
Area/ Unit/Contractor Sinopec Unit 01,02,11,12,21,22,LAYDOWN Review Date 20-10-2018
Description of Activity Risk Assessment For General Lifting
Estimated No. of Persons
Likely to be exposed:

 Mobile cranes shall be set up correctly on firm

ground, placed level, outrigger fully extend outrigger
4 Unstable base condition 2 3 Caution pads placed on mats before any boom travel or 1 1 Care
movement.
 All overhead pipelines, pipe racks, power lines,
Overhead power lines / vessels shall be considered during crane operation.
5 4 3 Alert Clearance or limit of approach shall be followed at all 2 2 Caution
Pipelines
times as specified in client’s safety manual.

 Weight shall be determined prior to any lifting to

6 Unknown weight 2 2 Caution prevent from overload. 1 1 Care

 All critical lifts shall have a lifting plan prior to lift.

Unplanned lifting Critical lift category shall be referred to Client’s
7 3 2 Caution 2 1 Care
activity Safety Manual.

 Proper barricade shall be arranged around the lifting

area ;
Lifting near the road  One trained flag man should be arranged to control
with traffic hazard and the traffic safety and guide the movement of crane.
8 3 3 Alert 2 2 Caution
Accidental hitting due to  Proper flagman backup alarm and flashing light for
vehicular movement vehicles.

Personnel hands get  When binding the lifted part, effective communication
9 crowded injury by slings 4 2 Alert is required between rigger and other crew members; 2 1 Caution
or lifted object  When unloading the lifted object, hands shall not be
RA-Rev.00
 Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industrial Company (KIPIC)
Al Zour New Refinery Project Kuwait-Process Units Rev O Page 3 of 4
Contractor job code: 1003125120
COLD HOT ENTRY
MASTER COPY
Location NRP-AL-ZOUR Ref. No: ZOR-SINOPEC-HSE-RA-022 , Rev.00
Department / Division Sinopec-V construction Team Date 21-10-2017
Area/ Unit/Contractor Sinopec Unit 01,02,11,12,21,22,LAYDOWN Review Date 20-10-2018
Description of Activity Risk Assessment For General Lifting
Estimated No. of Persons
Likely to be exposed:

under object.

Personnel crossing or  Area shall be properly barricaded and sign posted to

10 4 2 Alert prevent other people staying under the load 1 1 Care
under the load
Improper lifting  Only qualified rigger shall do the rigging job and the
11 /Improper rigging/ 2 2 Caution only person to give signal to the crane operator. 1 1 Care
Improper Signal
Failure of lifting/rigging  All lifting/rigging shall be inspected and checked by a
equipment or lifted competent person prior to use.
12 object strike other 2 4 Alert  Rigger and operator shall keep proper eye view and 1 2 Care
structure, equipment and proper cooperation with each other’s.
scaffold
 Crane operation shall stop when the wind velocity is
13 High wind 4 2 Alert at or exceeds 20 mph. 2 1 Care

 Trained Rescue team will be assigned

 Proper access will be provided for Emergency cases
 Stretcher will be provided to carry out the Victim
down
IP (Injure Person) or
 First Aider will be assign in Emergency Team
14 Emergency respond 3 2 Caution 1 1 Care
 All personnel shall be educated and oriented clearly
about the location of designated Assembly Point.
 In any Emergency TSHJV Hotline number is +965
96081688 , shall be conducted for ambulance
request and other cases.

RA-Rev.00
 Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industrial Company (KIPIC)
Al Zour New Refinery Project Kuwait-Process Units Rev O Page 4 of 4
Contractor job code: 1003125120
COLD HOT ENTRY
MASTER COPY
Location NRP-AL-ZOUR Ref. No: ZOR-SINOPEC-HSE-RA-022 , Rev.00
Department / Division Sinopec-V construction Team Date 21-10-2017
Area/ Unit/Contractor Sinopec Unit 01,02,11,12,21,22,LAYDOWN Review Date 20-10-2018
Description of Activity Risk Assessment For General Lifting
Estimated No. of Persons
Likely to be exposed:

In any Emergency call TSHJ HOT LINE number for Medical Assistance
96081688
Key: ALARM -Serious or major harm will probably occur, ALERT -Moderate harm probable, major harm unlikely to occur
CAUTION -Minor harm probable, major harm very unlikely to occur, CARE-Minor harm possible, major harm very unlikely to occur

Note:
Construction Construction Unit site HSE Unit Site HSE
HSE Manager HSE Manager
Issuer Executor Manager Sub- Manager Supervisor Supervisor Others
Sub- Contractor Contractor
Contractor Contractor Sub- Contractor Contractor

Signature

Name

Employee No.

1. Master Copy (original) shall be retained in file for record and future reference
2. Photo copy shall be attached with work permit
3. If same Risk Assessment is being used again, it must be reviewed to check relevancy.

RA-Rev.00