• Shall have the necessary knowledge of the specific type of equipment and task to be performed in order to direct the safe completion of the operation. This knowledge must be obtained by formal training and / or extensive documented experience.
• Shall ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory equipment requirements including as required: design verification, routine equipment inspection, and equipment installation.
• Shall ensure that all employees and contractors involved in the work understand how the task will be completed.
• Shall ensure that the proper equipment is selected, and that equipment capacity and minimum safety factors are not exceeded.
• Shall be trained in the recognition and control of hazardous or unsafe conditions associated with the applicable lifting, hoisting or winching operation.
• Shall complete written plan(s) for critical or non-routine operations and formally documents any changes to the plans as applicable.
• Shall remain physically present on the work site during any active operations unless appropriately relieved by another Competent Person.