Moving the Load
• Prior to lifting the PIC shall be satisfied that the load is secure and properly balanced and that the load path is clear of obstructions and personnel
• At commencement of the first lift the Lifting Appliance Operator shall carefully check the operation of the hoist brake to ensure no slippage occurs
• Take up sling slack to confirm that the Lifting Appliance hook has been positioned centrally over the load lifting point, adjust the Lifting Equipment as necessary to minimise any ‘drift’ of the load as it is lifted
• No external forces shall be applied to the load that create significant side loading of the Lifting Equipment
• For crane operations appropriate tag lines shall be used to control the load– large or long loads with flat sides that could act as a ‘sail’ are particularly prone to spinning and tag lines shall be used – tag lines shall be secured to the load and not to the rigging slings
• Cranes shall not be used for dragging a load
• No fewer than five (5) full wraps of rope must remain on the winch drum in any operating conditions.