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Safe use of cranes Site lifting plan In accordance with BS7121 Introduction Management of lifting operations Selection and duties of personnel Procedures and precautions Slinging and handling of loads Lifting equipment Risk Assessment Lifting Assessment Schedule of common lifts Record of lifting appliances and accessories Crane Team appointment and certification In order to provide a safe system of work and to ensure compliance with current legislation this site lifting plan has been developed and is to be implemented by every member of the crane team involved with this project. Although not exhaustive the following regulations must be adhered to: The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 98 (LOLER) The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 98 (PUWER) The management of health and safety regulations 1999 It is vital that all lifting operations are properly planned by a competent person and that the plan is followed by everyone involved in the operation. This plan is to be read by all team members involved in lifting operations; this must be done prior to any lifting being carried out. It is essential that all team members are fully competent and certified to carry out their individual roles. (See section 13) It is essential that all team members are confident that they can fulfil their duties especially when works may need to be carried out at height. Safe system of work Whether the lifting operations are repetitive or if they are a one off, a safe system of work must be established and followed for the operation to be both safe and successful. In order to provide a safe system of work the following items are to be included in the lift plan / Assessment: The selection of suitable cranes and work equipment must be carried out. A crane team is to be employed who are fully trained and competent and who have had their roles and responsibilit