Lifting operations Manager (LEEA certified)
ERTIBAT ENGINEERING COMPANY. A SUBSIDIARY OF ERTIBAT INTERNATIONAL
Total years of experience :23 years, 1 Months
Manages and motivates all lifting staff and other personnel involved in delivering high level, quality service, and on time delivery of lifting operation like (mobile crane, crawler crane, tower crane, P/M hoist, man lift, cradles, and claiming platform … etc) in order to ensure that the lifting operation done successfully to achieve targets.
Selected Accomplishments:
1. Preparing for lifting operations, including:
• Review planned operations with site supervisor including working height, boom length, working radius, quadrant of operation, load weight, load dimensions, center of gravity, and required blocking.
• Locate and identify site hazards such as electric power lines and piping (above and below ground) together with site supervision.
• Knowledge in QP lifting rules and regulations and which industry standards are applicable to lifting operations.
• Knowledge in limitations of protective measures against electrical hazards.
• Being aware of the unique differences in lifting equipment operations.
• Verifying that the lifting equipment has been maintained and inspected and is in suitable condition for the work.
2. Preparing personnel:
• Verifying that the crane or derrick operator is knowledgeable or experienced with the lifting equipment and attachments to be used.
• Reviewing operations with the crane or derrick operator and lift crew; discuss limitations of the equipment, potential hazards, and measures that are to be taken to minimize risk. To assist crane or derrick operators in meeting their responsibilities, it is recommended that jobsite policy permit operators refuse to handle a load until satisfied it can be handled safely and that personnel be so informed.
• Verifying that the load riggers are experienced in slinging loads and in selecting suitable slings and fittings, when appropriate.
• Seeing to it that all concerned parties are instructed in OSHA and BS7121 and LEEA requirements for operational safety when operations will be in the vicinity of power lines.
• Verifying that a proper personnel basket is or will be available when personnel are to be lifted by crane or derrick, as per LOLER 1998 regulation no. 5.
• Being aware, and make sure that the crew is aware, as applicable, of the unique differences in operations when working under the following specific conditions:
A. Multicrane lifts
B. Hoisting personnel platforms
C. Clamshell operations
D. Pile driving and pulling sheeting
E. Concrete operations
F. Demolition operations
G. Magnet operations
H. Operation of barge mounted lift equipment
3. Supervising the work including:
• Reviewing all work concerning lifting equipment.
• Checking that personnel are present and fit for work, with required protective clothing and tools.
• Verifying that the crane or derrick operator is performing all required daily maintenance and inspection tasks.
• Verifying the crane or derrick operator is aware of his responsibilities.
• Establishing proper communications between the operator, crew, and signalperson, such as the use of hand signals, radios, and so on.
• Assigning competent signal person(s), experienced in crane or derrick operations and in hand signals if needed, and verifying that they are positioned where most effective.
• Checking that proper slings, fittings, and lift accessories are at hand and that they are in acceptable condition.
• Supervising the installation of the rigging on the load and hook.
• Verifying that the crane is level and blocked, if appropriate, and positioned in the proper location.
• Determining or verifying the weights of the loads to be lifted and make certain that this information is given to the load riggers and the crane or derrick operator.
Manage, Plan, develop and implement as per (Lifting Appliances and Lifting Gear) Regulations (LALGR), to following up day-to-day operational work for erection, dismantling, inspection maintenance of lifting equipment like (mobile crane, crawler cranes, Tower crane, M/P hoist, cradles, , man lift and claiming platform ……etc). And deliver the service on time for lifting Equipment to achieve targets.
Selected Accomplishments:
• Carry out All tasks accordance with the lifting equipment manufacturers’ requirements and company standards and procedures based on industry requirements in:
a Company quality management systems;
b Health and safety requirements and guidelines consistent with the Health and Safety in Employment
c Equipment manufacturers’ operating instructions;
d Government and local government legislation, regulations, ( QP & QCS)
• Surveying the site, environment, and surrounding structures, and review of building site plan is conducted in accordance with company procedures. Like (overhead lines, obstructions, effective crane radius, hazard control, power supply, traffic control).
• Checking the Foundation for anchoring of lifting equipment to ensure that it is designed and built in accordance with company procedures and approved engineering codes.
• Appointed the Personnel involved with the erection and/or dismantling in accordance with company procedures throughout the erection and dismantling process. Like site controller, electrician, transport operator, mobile crane supervisor, others.
• Selecting the tools and equipment are appropriate to the make and type of lifting equipment; suitable mobile crane and special tools for nature of load, height of lift, and facility of movement.
• Proceeding the assembly, erection, and dismantling of the lifting equipment are developed in accordance with equipment manufacturers’ instructions, company procedures, and statutory regulations.
• Preparing the work Permits in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Implementing Hazard control measures in accordance with company procedures. As per LALGR, and LOLER 1998 regulation.
• Inspecting the lifting equipment using the manufacturer’s checklist to ensure compliance with specifications and general arrangement drawings and in accordance with the Approved Code of Practice for Lifting equipment.
• Carry out a tests for Safety and functional to ensure that devices are operative and that the lifting equipment operates in accordance with equipment manufacturers’ specifications.
• Carry out Overload tests in accordance with equipment manufacturers’ recommendations and the HSE Act.
• Insuring that all Documentation is completed in accordance with company procedures. may include but is not limited to - electrical confirmation certification, Department of Labour notifications, work plans, third party inspection notification, hazardous work notification, log books, records, job sheets, crane equipment inventories, purchase orders and/or maintenance requests.
• Communicating with legal counsel and safety department to ensure all processes remain compliant with OSHA and other governmental regulations
Manage projects involving onsite implementation of the recommended solutions by liaison with client, contractor, and consultants to ensure project objective is achieved by installing testing commissioning and operating the industrial lifting equipment like (EOT and gantry cranes, jib crane, electrical lifting hoist …..ect.)
Selected Accomplishments:
• Receiving a copy of the purchase order along with approval drawing, and arranging the meeting with contractor and owner technical representative to discuss Lifting equipment erection procedure and responsibilities.
• Reviewing the signed approval drawings and building prints to get an understanding of the space that they’ll be working in, as well as the span and length of the runway structure that the overhead crane will be utilizing.
• Prepare the tools and equipment for installation and knowing the building access to bring in their equipment and materials.
• Needing to identify any and all potential hazards to plan and prepare the erection team accordingly. Different types of hazards may require specialized protection (PPE).
• Verifying the span measurement as per the approval drawing. And also inspect the runway beams and any type of electrification system to make sure that everything is in proper alignment.
• Verifying measurements and support loading ratings, and also identify any process lines, machinery, or other items that may interfere with installation. also needing to verify that the crane will be able to pull power from the building and all electrical work will be complete prior to the scheduled install.
• Preparing the EOT and Gantry crane as per OSHA 1910.179 regulation:
A. Testing of the hoist operation up and down; trolley travel; bridge travel; locking and safety devices.
B. Testing of the trip setting of the hoist limit switches to make sure the actuating mechanism of the limit switch is functioning properly.
C. Load test the crane at no more than 125% of the rated load and keep test reports on file where readily accessible.
• Planning the execution of maintenance activity, observing standard procedures for maintenance and considerably reducing down time.
• Preventive & Predictive maintenance: Preventive maintenance planning. Preparation of Preventive maintenance schedule / calendar and execution. Monitoring and analyzing the equipment to avoid unexpected breakdown and efficiently handling breakdown & modification by applying various efforts.
• Scheduled & Preventive maintenance: Planning, scheduling, preparation of calendar and implementation / execution of the preventive maintenance as per scheduled programmer.
Operating efficiently to achieve customer satisfaction, departmental targets & sound credibility with the Principals of providing quality & efficient services to the customers in warranty related issues for heavy equipment ( earth moving machines )and trucks.
Selected Accomplishments:
• Being a point of contact for those who have sent in claims
• Assessing and then organizing and filling out paperwork pertaining to claims
• Ensuring correct filing and storage of paperwork and records in case it is needed at a later date
• Liaising with accounting teams to ensure payment is received for any work commissioned
• Being in contact with any engineering or technical teams to schedule work carried out as part of a claim
• Arranging for delivery of parts or replacement items if a claim requires it
• Scheduling servicing or repair appointments
• Keeping abreast of company news and policies to ensure claims are assessed along the correct lines
• Tracking warranty parts by tagging with repair order number, date of replacement, and date on which part may be disposed.
• Assisting Fixed Operations Coordinator in solving warranty problems and procedures.
• Verifies criteria required by factory or supplier.
• Preparing all warranty claims on a timely basis for each franchise or manufacturers.
Topics covered during this course include: v Legislation v LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA v Codes of practice BS7121 part 1, 2 & 3 v Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations v Crane appreciation –crane types, capabilities and limitations v Duty charts v Crane terminology v Documentation and certification for lifting equipment and lifting accessories v Crane stabililty/ ground conditions, crane mat calculations. v Rated Capacity Indicators (RCIs) and Safe Working Loads (SWL) v Lifting accessories v Types of accessories and use v Slinging techniques v Down rating of accessories using Uniformal and Trignomerical Methods v Sling angles v Communications v Planning a lifting operation v Writing a risk assessment (end test) v Writing a method statement (end test)
· Major: Mechanical Engineering · Minor: heavy Equipment
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