Written lifting plan — template for complex and combined lifts
Collect all details about a major lifting operation in one place so nobody is in doubt
Fill in the template together with the rigger and any others involved before a complex or shared lift begins.
§Load and equipment
- 01Load weight centre of gravity and dimensions
- 02Shape — is the load wind-sensitive?
- 03Selected lifting gear and its marked load capacity
- 04Rigging points and angle between slings
§Crane and positioning
- 01Crane type and location
- 02Range and capacity read from the load chart at this specific range
- 03The substrate's load-bearing capacity and support of any support feet.
- 04Cordoning off of danger area
§Co-lift (complete if relevant)
- 01Distribution of weight between the involved cranes
- 02Synchronisation of movements between drivers
- 03Common, designated signal giver for both/all cranes
§Responsibility and communication
- 01Who has the overall responsibility for the lift
- 02Who gives signals, and how (hand signals/radio)
- 03Backup Communication if the Primary Fails
- 04Emergency procedure if something goes wrong during.