OFFSHORE APPOINTED PERSON

- Select the correct crane and accessories for the specific task • Prepare the lift plan and ensure the required controls are in place • Ensure that the lifting equipment is maintained, examined and appropriate for use • Check that load integrity and stability are satisfactory • Ensure that people involved are competent for performing their task, aware of the task and procedures to be followed, and aware of their responsibilities - Ensure competent supervisor available should the Appointed Person delegate his duties of part thereof to others • Ensure all necessary test certificates and other documents are available • Ensure all other statutory requirements and any necessary work permits are in place • Identify all hazards and restricted areas • Ensure that the person directing crane movements (Signaler / Banksman) is readily identifiable to the crane operator by wearing high visibility clothing or distinguishing markings • Ensure that the workplace is provided with adequate lighting for night lifting • Brief people involved in or affected by the lift • Ensure the lift is carried out following the plan. Suspend the lift if changes or conditions (e.g. wind) occur that would cause a deviation from the plan • Monitor the performance of all involved personnel to ensure that adequate standards of performance are maintained • Manage any special issues such as language barriers and new/inexperienced staff • Check that there is no deviation from standards for routine lifts • Shall allow for concurrent or simultaneous operations that may affect or be affected by the lift, e.g., helicopter operations, ballast control, other cranes Originally posted on Himalayas