Welcome to the complete guide on how to correctly fill a Lifting Plan as an Appointed Person (AP). This detailed guide is designed for candidates and professionals who are preparing lift plans, based on industry best practices.

Use this guide step-by-step to understand and fill each field of the lifting plan accurately.

1. General Information

Date of Lifting Operation

What to Fill:

  • The actual date when the lift will happen.

Example:

  • 22nd August 2025

Pro Tip: Always write planned date; if delayed, update.

Site Address

What to Fill:

  • Complete address where the lift will occur.

Example:

  • Smart Vision Yard, Industrial Area, Muscat, Oman

Prepared By (Appointed Person)

What to Fill:

  • Name of the person who prepared the plan.

Example:

  • Alex Crane

Lift Operation Reference Number

What to Fill:

  • Unique number for tracking the lift.

Example:

  • 001

Pro Tip: Use simple numbering (001, 002, etc.)

Lifting Supervisor

What to Fill:

  • Name of person supervising the lift.

Example:

  • Michael Strong

Location of Lift

What to Fill:

  • Specific area of lift (not general site).

Example:

  • Storage Yard, Smart Vision Industrial Area

2. General Details

Customer

What to Fill:

  • Who requested the lift.

Example:

  • Smart Vision Gulf

Site Contact and Contact Number

What to Fill:

  • Name and phone of site responsible person.

Example:

  • Sarah Ali, +968 91234567

Description of Lift

What to Fill:

  • What exactly you are lifting and moving.

Example:

  • Lift bundle of steel pipes from truck and place behind a security wall on wooden bearers.

General Ground Conditions

What to Fill:

  • Type of ground at lifting area (soft, hard, drains, slopes).

Example:

  • Asphalt surface at entrance, soft ground in operational area, presence of underground utilities.

3. Lifting Plan Diagram

What to Do:

  • Draw the lift site area.

  • Show crane location, vehicle location, hazards (cables, drains, walls).

Pro Tip:

  • Use arrows to show movement from pickup to deposit area.

  • Mark entrance, fences, overhead hazards.

4. Details of the Load

Load Description

What to Fill:

  • Type of load.

Example:

  • 6 x Mild Steel Tubes

Load Dimensions

What to Fill:

  • Size of load: length, diameter, wall thickness.

Example:

  • Length: 5m, Diameter: 0.30m, Wall Thickness: 10mm

Position of Centre of Gravity (COG)

What to Fill:

  • Where load balances (normally center if uniform).

Example:

  • Centre

Height of Lift

How to Calculate:

  • From ground/truck to final landing height.

Example Calculation:

  • Truck bed 1.4m + Wall 5m ≈ Lift height 6m

Maximum Radius

How to Estimate:

  • Measure from crane center to load pickup.

Example:

  • 8m

5. Details of the Crane

Type of Crane

What to Fill:

  • Type used (mobile, crawler, tower, etc.)

Example:

  • Mobile Crane

Make and Model

What to Fill:

  • Manufacturer and model number.

Example:

  • Zoomlion QY-30V

Rated Capacity

What to Fill:

  • Crane’s lifting capacity at given radius.

Example:

  • SWL ~16T @ 8m Radius

Boom Length, Outrigger Spread, Stabiliser Pads

What to Fill:

  • Values from crane specification.

Example:

  • Boom: 32m max height, Outrigger Spread: Standard for Zoomlion QY-30V

Rigged Weight

What to Fill:

  • Weight of fully rigged crane.

Example:

  • Approximately 28T

6. Lifting Accessories

List slings, shackles, spreaders, and their SWL (Safe Working Load).

Example:

  • 1x Spreader Beam SWL 10T

  • 2x Webbing Slings SWL 3T each

  • 1x Chain Sling 4-Leg SWL 6.75T

Slinging Method:

  • How accessories are used to connect to load.

7. Proximity Hazard Identification

Fill ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ and describe:

  • Overhead cables?

  • Underground services?

  • Confined area?

  • Pedestrian/forklift movement?

Example:

  • Overhead Cables – YES – Near entrance

  • Soft ground – YES – Around forklift path

8. Load Hazard Identification

Check:

  • Slinging difficulty?

  • Sharp edges?

  • Load top-heavy?

Example:

  • Slinging difficulty: YES – Place bearers under load.

9. Risk Assessment

List potential risks and control measures.

Example:

  • Crane Movement ➔ Barrier off lifting area, banksman guide.

  • Bad Weather ➔ Use anemometer, suspend lift if wind exceeds limit.

10. General Operational Requirements

Checklist:

  • PPE (Helmet, vest, gloves)

  • Barriers and warning signs

  • Induction and briefing for all personnel

11. Sequence of Operations

List the order of activities:

  • Site inspection

  • Crane setup

  • Lifting accessories inspection

  • Pre-lift dummy test

  • Actual lift

  • Load placement

  • Crane derigging

12. Contingency Plans

If any unexpected events:

  • Stop the lift.

  • Inform Appointed Person.

  • Secure the site.

Examples:

  • Unauthorized person enters site.

  • High winds or thunderstorms.

  • Crane breakdown.

13. Personnel Details

List names and roles:

  • Lifting Supervisor

  • Crane Operator

  • Slinger/Signaller

  • Appointed Person

Each must sign acknowledging understanding of the lift plan.

✨ Conclusion

By carefully reading and understanding each section, you can create a safe, professional, and compliant lifting plan.

Remember: A well-prepared lift plan is not just paperwork; it is the foundation of a safe lifting operation.

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