Rigging Program Requirements

Rigging Program Requirements 00059223
Revision 2 Rigging Program Requirements This course is best viewed with headphones or speakers; the audio portion enhances the presentation. TSP Welcome to TVA’s Rigging Program Requirements Course. This course is one of several required rigging courses. This lesson will address TVA’s Rigging Program Requirements, which are taken from the TVA Safety Manual, TSP This Procedure establishes the guidelines for rigging of items using overhead handling equipment, including roles and responsibilities, permits, rigging planning criteria, as well as other requirements. All personnel who perform rigging or rigging-related activities at TVA sites and facilities are required to be trained on the requirements of TVA’s Rigging program. This course has been developed to ensure that these activities are performed within the guidelines of TSP with a safety first “Mindset”. To navigate this course, you will notice three buttons on the lower right corner of your screen. The top button is the pause/advance button. Click it anytime to pause the presentation or when it blinks to go to the next page. Clicking the middle button will display the narration text. Clicking the bottom button will open an outline of the presentation so you can view pages in any order. You can click that button any time during the course to change the lesson view. After clicking this button, you will also get two new buttons on the bottom that will allow you to move backward or forward one slide at a time in the course. Click the top button to begin. SAFETY FIRST

Revision 2 Terminal Objective Increase the participant’s knowledge of the information and requirements inside the TVA Safety Procedure (TSP) “Rigging” and the TVA “Rigging Manual”. Upon completion of this course, you will demonstrate your knowledge of TVA’s Rigging Program Requirements according to TVA Safety procedure TSP , as presented in the course material. Successful completion requires a minimum score of 80% on a written examination. The terminal objective of this course is to increase the participant’s knowledge of the information and requirements of the TVA Safety Procedure or TSP “Rigging” and the TVA “Rigging Manual”. Upon completion of this course, you will demonstrate your knowledge of TVA’s Rigging Program Requirements, according to TVA Safety procedure TSP , as presented in the course material. Successful completion requires a minimum score of 80 percent on a written examination.

Revision 0 Enabling Objectives Understand the correct definitions of rigging terms used in TSP and TSP A. State the individual roles and responsibilities required of persons involved in rigging and rigging support activities at TVA sites. Identify the three rigging classifications and state the criteria used for these classifications. Identify the type of rigging planning that is required, the criteria for planning, and who is responsible for planning and approval. State the required controls for working near or in the load drop zone (LDZ) and other safety requirements at TVA sites. The following objectives will be presented in this course: You will be able to understand rigging terms used in TSP “Rigging” and TSP A, the TVA Rigging Manual. You will learn the individual roles and responsibilities required of persons involved in rigging and rigging support activities at TVA sites. You will be able to identify the three rigging classifications at TVA and state the criteria for each classification. You will also be able to identify the type of rigging planning that is required, the criteria for planning, and who is responsible for planning and approval. Lastly, you will learn the required controls for working near or in the load drop zone and other safety requirements that pertain to performing rigging on TVA sites.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Objective 1 Understand the Correct Definition of Rigging Terms used in TSP and TSP A. In this part of the course, Objective 1 will be covered, where you will become familiar with the definitions of some of the rigging terms used in TSP and TSP A.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Overhead Lifting Process of lifting that would elevate a freely suspended load to such a position that dropping the load would possibly cause bodily injury or property damage. The term "Over Head Lifting" means the process of lifting that would elevate a freely suspended load to such a position that dropping the load would possibly cause bodily injury or property damage.

Overhead Handling System
000xxxxx Revision 0 Overhead Handling System A system comprised of all load bearing components used to lift the load, including the crane or hoist, the lifting device, and the interfacing load lift points. Overhead handling systems are comprised of all load bearing components used to lift the load. These systems include the crane or hoist and the lifting device. They also include the interfacing load lift points.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Redundant Lift A lift that is performed multiple times, using the same hook and rigging. This type of lift may involve different personnel during its execution. The significance of this type of lift is discussed later in the presentation. When a lift is performed multiple times using the same hook and rigging, it is referred to as a redundant lift. This type of lift may involve different personnel during its execution. The significance of this type of lift will be discussed further later in the course.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Repetitive Lift A lift that is performed multiple times, using the same hook and rigging. This type of lift must use the same personnel throughout its execution. The significance of this type of lift is discussed later in the presentation. The other type of lift performed at TVA plants is a repetitive lift. This lift is performed multiple times, using the same hook and rigging hardware. This lift requires the same personnel throughout its execution. The significance of this type of lift will be discussed further later in the course.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Rigging The term "Rigging" refers to the hardware used to lift a load. It includes: wire rope slings, alloy steel chains, synthetic round slings or web slings. Shackles, eyebolts, and other special devices are also included. These items may be used singularly or in combination to attach a load to a lifting device to stabilize, lift, pull, or move a suspended load. Used either singularly or in combination to attach a load to a lifting device for the purpose of stabilizing, lifting, pulling, or moving a suspended load.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Intermediate Hoist A hoist placed between the load and the hook of the overhead handling equipment or in series with a sling used to lift a load. Example: Chain-falls, come-a-longs, turnbuckles, etc. used as load leveling devices. An intermediate hoist is a hoist placed between the load and hook of the overhead handling equipment. It may also be in series with a sling used to lift a load. An example of an intermediate hoist would be using chain-falls, come-a-longs, turnbuckles, or other adjustable hardware, as load leveling devices in a lift.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Lifting Device Any hardware used to suspend an object from a crane or hoist hook. A lifting device is any hardware used to lift or suspend an object from a crane or hoist hook.

Rigging Limited Capacity as Configured
000xxxxx Revision 0 Rigging Limited Capacity as Configured A term used to identify the maximum load the rigging configuration can support. This capacity is dependent upon: Rigging hardware size Its associated working load limit (WLL) The angle in which the load is applied The number of lifting/load attachment points incorporated “Rigging Limited Capacity As Configured” is a term used to identify the maximum load the rigging configuration can support. The capacity is dependent upon rigging hardware size and its associated working load limit (or WLL), angle in which load is applied, and the number of lifting and load attachment points that are incorporated. Methods used to determine this capacity are covered in TVA’s instructor-led Rigging Fundamentals and Advanced Rigger courses.

Below the Hook (BTH) Lifting Device
000xxxxx Revision 0 Below the Hook (BTH) Lifting Device Any fabricated assembly designed to attach a load to a hoist mechanism that is used to transport the load by suspending or lowering. Below the Hook Lifting device is any fabricated assembly designed to attach a load to a hoist mechanism that is used to transport the load by suspending or lowering.

Pre – Approved Lifts (NPG only)
000xxxxx Revision 0 Pre – Approved Lifts (NPG only) Specific, identified normal lifts performed in TVA NPG that must follow a standardized rigging plan using dedicated rigging hardware and lifting devices at each execution of the lift. Instructions and detailed rigging plans are located in TSP A under Appendix A “ Pre Approved Lifts”. Table 34 Pre-Approved Rigging for Lifts Using Polyester Round Slings Pre-Approved Sling Color Vertical Rated Capacity Maximum Allowable Lifted Load Green 5,300 lbs. 4,000 lbs. Tan 10,600 lbs. 8,000 lbs. Blue 21,200 lbs. 16,000 lbs. Brown 52,900 lbs. 40,000 lbs. Pre-Approved Lifts are specific, identified lifts, at TVA nuclear stations, that have standardized rigging plans and use dedicated rigging hardware and lifting devices each time the lifts are performed. The instructions and detailed rigging plans for these lifts are located in TVA TSP A under Appendix A “Pre-Approved Lifts”. Table 34, shown here, does not apply to lifts that are classified as complex rigging, and maximum capacities of the slings in the table are reduced when performing the pre-approved lifts. Table 34 is not to be used for lifts requiring COMPLEX rigging.

In-Use Rigging (NPG only)
000xxxxx Revision 0 In-Use Rigging (NPG only) Rigging that has been checked out of the tool room or designated storage area (i.e. attached to a load, hook, lifting device, or staged in a work area). Any rigging found unused must be inspected then returned to the tool room or designated storage area. Any rigging suspected to be contaminated must be placed in the proper location for decontamination. All rigging undergoing decontamination shall be considered out of service until released by RADCON. Once a piece of rigging equipment has been checked out of the tool room or designated storage location, it is designated as “in-use” and shall be treated as a tool. Some examples of In–Use rigging equipment could be rigging that is attached to a load, hook, or lifting device, and rigging that has been staged in work areas, identified with a work ownership sign, in preparation for a job that is about to begin. If unused rigging equipment is found not under these conditions, then it must be inspected and returned to the proper storage location. Any rigging equipment that requires RADCON (or Radiological Control) examination for potential decontamination shall be placed in authorized containers within the Contamination Zone, and shall be considered out of service until released by RADCON for placement in a designated storage location.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Objective 2 State the individual roles and responsibilities required of persons involved in rigging and rigging support activities at TVA sites. Next, Objective 2 will be covered where you will learn the individual roles and responsibilities required of persons involved in rigging and rigging support activities at TVA sites.

Rigging Program Coordinator
000xxxxx Revision 0 Rigging Program Coordinator Ensures lifting and rigging conforms to the TVA Rigging Procedures. Helps in the development of training and qualification of all riggers. Helps develop rigging plans. Provides oversight to ensure inspection, inventory, and issuance of rigging equipment are performed in accordance with TSP “Rigging.” The Rigging Program Coordinator is a person who ensures lifting and rigging conforms to the TVA rigging procedures. Other duties include helping in the development of training and qualification of all riggers and developing rigging plans. The Rigging Program Coordinator provides oversight to ensure that inspection, inventory, and issuance of rigging equipment are performed in accordance with TSP “Rigging”.

Supervisor/Foreman Ensures riggers are qualified and proficient.
000xxxxx Revision 0 Supervisor/Foreman Ensures riggers are qualified and proficient. Ensures vendors and supplemental workers are qualified. Ensures personnel under their supervision perform rigging according to procedure. Supervisors and foremen have the responsibility of ensuring that the riggers they supervise are qualified and proficient in rigging tasks. This also applies to vendors and supplemental workers who work under their supervision. Supervisors and foremen must ensure that all persons under their supervision perform rigging according to procedure.

Person in Charge (PIC) Qualified rigger
000xxxxx Revision 0 Person in Charge (PIC) Qualified rigger Responsible for safe conduct of rigging portion of lift Determines load path & lay-down area prior to lift Ensures personnel are not positioned between load and objects Another important position is the “Person-in-Charge” or “P-I-C”. These individuals are qualified riggers, who are responsible for the safe conduct of the rigging portion of the lift. They are to determine the load path and lay-down area, prior to making the lift. They ensure that no personnel are positioned between the load and surrounding objects. The Person in Charge also maintains control of the load drop zone, absolutely no one can enter the load drop zone without permission from the Person in Charge. The Person In Charge also maintains control of the Load Drop Zone, absolutely no one can enter the load drop zone without permission from the Person In Charge.

Basic Rigger Develops normal rigging plans
000xxxxx Revision 0 Basic Rigger Develops normal rigging plans Obtains weights and centers of gravity Understands limitations of rigging Understands requirements for lifting Complies with plant/site load path requirements Inspects rigging Uses only approved rigging Maintains good housekeeping of rigging TVA has two classifications of riggers - basic and advanced. Basic Riggers develop and approve rigging plans for normal rigging. When developing rigging plans, they are responsible for determining weights and centers of gravity from reference sources or calculations. It is important for the basic rigger to understand rigging limitations and requirements for lifting loads and to comply with plant or site load path requirements. Other important requirements include: inspection and use of only approved rigging and maintaining good housekeeping of rigging equipment.

Advanced Rigger Performs all basic rigger responsibilities
000xxxxx Revision 0 Advanced Rigger Performs all basic rigger responsibilities Develops and approves complex rigging plans Oversees selected lifts to determine if adequate skills, equipment, and practices are in place Provides feedback or concerns regarding the rigging program, rigging skills, or training needs to the Site Rigging Program Manager Advanced Riggers perform all of the duties of a Basic Rigger. In addition to approving normal rigging plans, they are responsible for developing and approving complex rigging plans. Advanced riggers oversee selected lifts to determine if adequate rigging skills, equipment, and practices are in place. They also provide feedback or concerns regarding the rigging program and the riggers’ skills and training needs to the site Rigging Program Manager.

Signal Person Shall be a qualified rigger
000xxxxx Revision 0 Signal Person Shall be a qualified rigger Be involved in and know the rigging plan Discusses with the crane operator any blind or inaccessible areas and how flagging will be performed Be aware of the environment and surroundings, rigging hardware, lifting equipment, and devices During lifting operations, the signal person shall remain attentive to the task Shall be in constant communication (radio or visible) with the operator at all times Only responsibilities shall be to flag, monitor, and position the load Required for lifts requiring a crane operator and use of signal method A designated signal person is optional for lifts using pendant cranes, radio control cranes, chain falls, come-a-longs, winch, hoist, forklift attachment, or block and tackle where verbal communication (radio or telephone is not considered verbal) is used to transmit hoisting instructions. Signal Persons have several important responsibilities. First, they must be a qualified rigger and must be involved with and know the rigging plan and discuss it with the crane operator. This means that they must be aware of the environment and surrounding objects, as well as the rigging hardware and lifting equipment. During the lift, they must remain attentive and maintain constant communication with the crane operator at all times. Signal Persons are required for lifts requiring a crane Operator and the use of a signal method. However, a designated signal person is optional for lifts using pendant cranes, radio control cranes, chain falls, come-a-longs, winch, hoist, forklift attachment, or block and tackle where verbal communication is used. The use of radio or telephone to transmit hoisting instructions is not considered verbal communication.

Signal Person EXCEPTIONS:
000xxxxx Revision 0 Signal Person EXCEPTIONS: For certain types of rigging activities, such as those involving pendant or radio controlled shop cranes, it may be acceptable for a person to perform more than one assignment. If due to limited personnel at a given worksite there is only one qualified rigger, the PIC may also act as the signal person provided the following conditions are met: While acting as a signal person, the only responsibility carried out will be to flag, monitor, and position the load. Responsibilities of the PIC while acting as the signal person are carried out by other personnel so designated by the PIC. The personnel so designated must be given specific instructions on their responsibilities and the manner in which they are to be carried out. For these situations, the rigging program coordinator may evaluate and approve them on a case-by-case basis using TVA Form 20403, TVA Rigging Plan and/or TSP Plan Jobs Safely. For certain types of rigging activities, such as those involving pendant or radio controlled shop cranes, it may be acceptable for a person to perform more than one assignment. If due to limited personnel at a given work site there is only one qualified rigger, the Person in Charge may also act as the signal person provided the following conditions are met: They only flag, monitor, and position the load while acting as a signal person. The responsibilities of the Person-in-Charge are delegated to other personnel, along with specific instructions regarding their responsibilities and how to carry them out. The Rigging program Coordinator is required to approve this duty in accordance with TSP Plan Jobs Safely and document it on the Rigging Plan TVA Form

000xxxxx Revision 0 Engineering Approves rigging used for temporary structural supports using an engineer with experience and qualifications necessary to perform calculations and determine structural adequacy. Provides input/approval on rigging plans when requested. Provides approval of Temporary Rigging Load Permits as submitted (NPG Only). Rigging used for temporary structural support (wire rope lashing, come-a-longs, chain-falls, or other means) remain in place until item is secured in its permanent location. Engineering approves rigging for temporary structural supports and provides input or approval on rigging plans, when requested. When rigging is used for temporary structural support, using wire rope lashing, come-a-longs, chain falls, or other means, these devices are to remain in place until all leveling and alignment are complete, and the item is secured in its permanent location. Before performing work on suspended equipment and material, the rigging used to support it must be inspected for damage. All rigging used for temporary structural support shall be inspected prior to performing any work on the equipment that it supports.

Tool Room/Rigging Storage Attendants (as Applicable)
000xxxxx Revision 0 Tool Room/Rigging Storage Attendants (as Applicable) Trained and qualified to inspect rigging Issues rigging only to qualified riggers Ensures no defective rigging is issued Removes, tags, and segregates all defective rigging Required to complete the same training as a basic rigger Tool Room Attendants are trained and qualified to inspect rigging and they may only issue it to qualified riggers. When they issue it, they must ensure that they do not issue defective rigging. Other responsibilities are to remove from service, tag, and segregate all defective rigging. Tool room attendants, and those who issue and inspect rigging, are required by procedure TSP , to be trained to the same level as a basic rigger.

General Responsibilities (Management Expectations for all Lifts)
000xxxxx Revision 0 General Responsibilities (Management Expectations for all Lifts) TVA qualified rigger will direct each rigging activity. Everyone involved will attend a pre-job briefing. Only rigging with current annual inspection will be used. Qualified rigger will inspect all rigging prior to and after each lift. Inspect, as necessary, during use. TVA management requires a qualified rigger to direct each rigging activity and for everyone involved in the activity to attend a pre-job briefing. Riggers must only use rigging with a current annual inspection. A qualified rigger must inspect all rigging prior to and after each lift, and as necessary, during its use. The annual inspection is identified by a color code system which will be discussed in detail in the TVA instructor-led course on Rigging Fundamentals. The annual inspection is identified by a color code system and is discussed in detail in the TVA instructor led course on Rigging Fundamentals.

000xxxxx Revision 0 General Responsibilities (Management Expectations for all Lifts) Use only established and approved rigging practices found in TSP A. Use only rigging purchased in accordance with ASME B30 standards or fabricated under TVA approved specifications. Do not alter unless approved by Engineering. Safety Manual TSP A Rigging Manual Riggers must use only established rigging practices found in TSP A, the “TVA Rigging Manual”. The rigging used must be purchased in accordance with ASME B30 standards or fabricated under TVA approved specifications. Any alteration of rigging requires engineering approval.

000xxxxx Revision 0 General Responsibilities (Management Expectations for all Lifts) Determine accurate load weight prior to lift. Verify weight with load cell, if necessary. Load must be free prior to being rigged for a lift or use load moment indicator, load cell, etc., so as not to exceed safe work load of the crane, hoist, or rigging. Protect slings from sharp edges of their loads. Use the “Two Minute Rule” process by completing the Rigging Card prior to making the lift. The rigging card is not a substitute for the Two Minute Rule card, the two minute rule is completed upon arrival at the job site. An accurate load weight must be determined prior to making a lift. The weight may be verified by using a load cell, if necessary. It is important that the load is free to lift before it is rigged for the lift. Moment indicators or load cells may also be used to ensure that the safe work load of the crane, hoist, or rigging is not exceeded. Don't forget to protect slings from sharp edges and always use the "Two Minute Rule“ process by completing the Rigging Card, prior to making each lift. The rigging card is not a substitute for the two minute rule card, the two minute rule card or form should be completed upon arrival at the job site.

000xxxxx Revision 0 General Responsibilities (Management Expectations for all Lifts) Qualified Riggers Maintain good housekeeping of all rigging after obtaining it and prior to its return Inspect rigging prior to, during, and after use Return to proper storage when job is complete Defective rigging shall be tagged using form TVA “Defective Equipment Tag” and removed from service and, as appropriate, repaired or destroyed. Qualified riggers are required to maintain good housekeeping of all rigging after obtaining it and prior to its return to storage. They must also inspect all rigging prior to using it, during its use as necessary, and prior to returning it to the proper storage area after the job is complete. If any rigging is found to be defective, it must be tagged with a defective equipment tag and removed from service and, as appropriate, repaired or destroyed.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Objective 3 Identify the three rigging classifications and state the criteria used for these classifications. In this section of the course we will cover Objective 3. You will learn the three rigging classifications and the criteria used to establish these classifications.

NORMAL Normal Rigging Lift Must Include All Attributes
000xxxxx Revision 0 Normal Rigging Lift Must Include All Attributes Known center of gravity (CG) Load attachment points above the CG Sling angle is 45o or greater from the horizontal Single hook from overhead handling equipment Drift angle equal to or less than 15° Load weight is 39,999 pounds or less Formal lift plan is not required unless engineering assistance is requested NORMAL For a lift to be considered normal rigging, it must meet all of the following attributes: The load must have a known center of gravity and the load attachment points must be above the center of gravity; Sling angles must be 45 degrees or greater from the horizontal plane; and No more than one hook from the overhead handling equipment is to be used to make the lift. If the load is drifted, the drift angle is to be equal to or less than 15 degrees and the load weight must be 39,999 pounds or less. Formal lift plans are not required for normal rigging unless engineering assistance is requested. When a lift plan is required for normal rigging, it may be initiated and approved by a basic rigger. Lift plans for normal rigging can be initiated and approved by a basic rigger

COMPLEX Complex Rigging Lift Must Meet One or More Factors
000xxxxx Revision 0 Complex Rigging COMPLEX Lift Must Meet One or More Factors Unknown CG or CG is 12” or more off the geometric center in any direction Load attachment points below the CG Sling angle less than 45° above the horizontal More than one hook from overhead handling the equipment Drift angle greater than 15° Load weight equal to or greater than 40,000 pounds Requires a formal lift plan (TVA form 20403) that must be approved by an Advanced Rigger or designated qualified person Complex rigging is rigging that only needs to meet one or more of these attributes: The load has an unknown center of gravity or the center of gravity is 12 inches or more off of the geometric center in any direction. The load attachment points are below the center of gravity. Sling angles are less than 45 degrees above the horizontal. More than one hook is used from the overhead handling equipment. Drift angles are greater than 15 degrees. The load weight is equal to or greater than 40,000 pounds. It is important to remember, that a written lift plan, TVA form 20403, is required for complex rigging and may be initiated by either a basic rigger or an advanced rigger; however, it must be approved by an advanced rigger or designated qualified person.

NUREG-0612 Heavy Load Rigging (NPG Only)
000xxxxx Revision 0 NUREG-0612 Heavy Load Rigging (NPG Only) Established by Nuclear Regulatory Committee in applicable to all Nuclear generating stations in the United States Intended to lessen the possibility of lift failures in Critical Lift Zones (CLZ) of nuclear generating stations Defines weight as more than the combined weight of a single fuel assembly and its associated handling tool Dedicated lifting devices designed specifically for handling a certain load or loads Procedures are specific to generating station Browns Ferry 1,000 pounds Watts Barr ,059 pounds Sequoyah ,100 pounds The third rigging classification applies to all nuclear power stations in the United States and has been established by the United States Nuclear Regulatory Committee. It is titled NUREG-0612, “Control of Heavy Loads at Nuclear Power Plants”. The procedure establishes guidelines to minimize the occurrence of load handling accidents at nuclear power plants, and sets specific measures in place to reduce the consequences of such accidents. In NUREG-0612, a heavy load is defined as, “Any load, carried in a given area after a plant becomes operational, that weighs more than the combined weight of a single spent fuel assembly and its associated handling tool for the specific plant in question”. These standards are station specific since the weights vary from station to station depending on the type of fuel used. At the TVA nuclear stations, the Heavy Loads have been established as follows: Browns Ferry 1,000 pounds Watts Barr , 059 pounds Sequoyah ,100 pounds

000xxxxx Revision 0 Objective 4 Identify the type of rigging planning that is required, the criteria for planning, and who is responsible for planning and approval. In Objective 4, you will learn the type of rigging planning that is required, the criteria for planning, and who is responsible for planning and approval.

Normal Rigging All lifts require some form of planning.
000xxxxx Revision 0 Normal Rigging All lifts require some form of planning. No documentation is required for normal rigging, except when Engineering assists with the planning. Pre-job brief discussion: PIC Signal person Load drop zone Any other factors impacting the activity TVA rigging card is required to be completed for all lifts and is completed after all rigging is installed and the load is attached to hook. All lifts require some form of planning. Normal rigging requires no documentation unless engineering assistance is required. All lifts require a pre-job briefing and the following items are required to be included in the discussion: the identification of the Person-in-Charge and the Signal Person; the load drop zone; and any other factors that might impact the rigging activity being discussed. Once all rigging is attached to the load and the overhead handling system, the rigging card is completed. The TVA rigging card is required for all lifts no matter the size or complexity, and it is required in addition to any lift plan that may be written or in place.

TVA 20403 Rigging Plan Use Requirements
000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Plan Use Requirements Complex rigging Any lift requiring Engineering assistance Any other lift where a written lift plan has been deemed necessary TVA 20403 The TVA Rigging Plan Form is used for all complex lifts, any lift requiring engineering assistance, or whenever a written plan is deemed necessary. There is an exception to these requirements: If a lift is covered by a site procedure, a vendor drawing, an engineering output, or by the TVA Rigging Manual, completion of the Rigging Plan Form is not required. Exception: If the lift is covered by a site procedure, a vendor drawing, engineering design output, or by the TVA Rigging Manual, Form TVA is not required.

TVA 20403 Rigging Plan Required Information
000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Plan Required Information Section 1.0 Station and exact location where lift is to be performed Task or Work Order Number UNID or physical description of object being lifted Load weight and how weight was determined Exact location where lift will be conducted Rigging classification and reason for the classification Intermediate hoist or special hitch configuration The rigging plan consists of 4 sections with each section requiring specific information. The first section of the rigging plan is the location and rigging classification; in this section, the following questions must be answered: At which station or plant site will the lift will take place? What is the Task or work order number? What specific item is going to be lifted? How much does the load weigh and how was the weight obtained? What is the exact location where the lift will be conducted? Will the lift be normal or complex, and if complex is chosen, what makes it a complex lift? In the last part of section one, any intermediate hoists and certain types of hitches must be identified if any are used.

TVA 20403 Rigging Plan Use Required for these Hitches
000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Plan Use Required for these Hitches These hitches have been identified as having poor load control Double Choker Eyes Up Two Single Baskets Double Inverted Basket Single Inverted Basket These hitches have poor load control, and anytime they are used, the Rigging Plan form is required. A hitch comprised of two single baskets. A sling having two eyes rigged in a double choker hitch with both eyes up. A double inverted basket hitch, or a single inverted basket hitch. The Rigging Plan is also required if any hitch is used that is not shown in table A-33 of TSP A. Use of any of these hitches or any hitch not shown in Table A-33 OF TSP A

000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Plan Required Information Section 2.0 Description of rigging configuration and all equipment that will be used Sketch may be used instead of description Limited capacity of rigging as configured must be determined Has engineering assistance been requested Type of engineering assistance and requestor In section 2 of the TVA rigging plan, the description of the rigging must be listed, this will include all components such as rigging hardware, slings, hoists, lifting beams, or any fabricated lifting devices, that will be used in the rigging configuration. If preferred, a sketch of the rigging configuration may be used instead of a description. Next, the “Limited Capacity of Rigging as Configured” must be obtained. This is one of the most important steps in the rigging plan; this will be the maximum load that all rigging components used to attach the load to the lifting device, when combined, will support. The working load limits of each individual component, in combination with all sling angles, must be used to determine this capacity. At the end of section 2, a brief description of any engineering assistance, requested for the lift, is entered as well as the person who requested the assistance.

TVA 20403 Rigging Plan Completion and Approval
000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Plan Completion and Approval Normal Rigging Lifts Initiation – Basic Rigger Approval – Basic Rigger Complex Rigging Lifts Initiation – Basic or Advanced Rigger Approval – Advanced Rigger or designated qualified person Now, let’s cover who can plan and approve rigging plans. Normal rigging may be planned and approved by a Basic Rigger. Complex rigging plans may be initiated by a Basic Rigger or an Advanced Rigger; however, if initiated by a Basic Rigger, the plans require approval of an Advanced Rigger or a designated qualified person.

000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Plan Required Information TVA Rigging Plan Required Information Section 3.0 and 4.0 Signatures of preparer and approver Dates of initiation and approval Approver’s position Signature of PIC Suggested processing of lift plan Sections 3 and 4 of the rigging plan are for this approval and final completion. In section 3, the individual who prepared the rigging plan will sign and date the document, then the approver will sign and date the form and indicate whether they are a basic rigger, advanced rigger, rigging program coordinator, or engineer. Finally in section 4, the PIC will place their signature with the date and time on the form and indicate how the rigging plan should be processed.

TVA 20404 Temporary Rigging Load Permit (NPG only)
000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Temporary Rigging Load Permit (NPG only) Required any time rigging is attached to a plant civil feature or any feature not designated for rigging purposes Handrails, instrument lines, or small piping, are never to be used as rigging attachment points Requires signature verification of BOTH a qualified rigger and foreman Foreman must verify rigging has been installed per section 1.4 of permit, or any engineering provisions established A copy of the approved permit must be posted at the jobsite During the development of a rigging plan, the need may arise to attach rigging to a plant civil feature. Should this need occur in a TVA nuclear generating station, a TVA form “Temporary Rigging Load Permit” is required. Plant civil features include structural steel and concrete, but do not include handrails, instrument lines, or small piping, as these items are never to be used as rigging attachment points. The temporary rigging load permit lists specific requirements to be followed when attaching rigging to non-designated attachment points and requires the signatures of both the qualified rigger and the foreman. In addition, the foreman must verify that the rigging has been installed per the requirements listed in section 1.4 of the permit, or any site civil engineering requirements or limitations that have been established for the lifting job. Once approved, a copy of the permit must be posted at the location of the job and the original must remain with the work package.

TVA Rigging Card Use Required for every rigging job
000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Card Use Required for every rigging job Enforces STOP, THINK, ACT, and REVIEW before performing lift No substitute for Form TVA (Rigging Plan) Maintained at lift location during lift Completed in the field, after rigging installation, and prior to making lift PIC signs prior to making lift Any block marked “no” requires Concurrence Rigging Cards are required for every rigging job. Why is the TVA Rigging Card used? Because it enforces Stop, Think, Act, and Review prior to performing each lift by requiring the rigger to check that they have not overlooked anything. The TVA Rigging Card is not a substitute for the Rigging Plan Form TVA 20403, the Temporary Rigging Load Permit TVA 20404, or the High Hazard Lift Plan TVA The Rigging Card is: maintained at the lift location; completed in the field after rigging is installed and prior to performing the lift. The Person-in-Charge signs the Rigging Card prior to making the lift, and if any block is marked "no", concurrence of an Advanced Rigger or Rigging Program Coordinator is required.

TVA Rigging Card Use (cont.)
000xxxxx Revision 0 TVA Rigging Card Use (cont.) Used for redundant lifts if attributes re-verified by PIC If used for redundant lifts, must use reverse side of card If attributes change, a new card is required Repetitive lifts by the same crew may use the same card without re-verification Electronic versions or duplicates permitted A Rigging Card may be used for redundant lifts if the attributes have been re-verified by the Person-in-Charge. In this situation, the reverse side of the card is used since there will be a new PIC. If attributes change, completion of a new card is required. Repetitive lifts made by the same crew may be made using a single card without re-verification. Electronic versions or duplicates are permitted.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Objective 5 State the required controls for working near or in the load drop zone (LDZ) and other safety requirements at TVA sites. Next, Objective 5 will be presented. You will learn the required controls for working near or around the Load Drop Zone or LDZ and some other safety requirements related to performing rigging at TVA sites.

Load Drop Zone (LDZ) Area
000xxxxx Revision 0 Load Drop Zone (LDZ) Area D An area in which an injury may occur if a load falls. LDZ Area, unless defined in the Job Safety Analysis, procedure, or boundary controls equals: Height of object + Distance raised, up to maximum of 10 feet Continuously around object For objects greater than 10 feet, the Radius of 10 feet + Height of the object. H D+H D+H Load Drop Zone Lifts Less than 10 Feet Above the Floor D 10’or Greater The Load Drop Zone is an area in which the failure of a lift could result in injury to personnel. This area, unless defined in a Job Safety Analysis, procedure, or established boundary controls is the height of the object plus the distance it is raised - up to a maximum of 10 feet continuously around the object being moved. For loads suspended at heights greater than 10 feet, the area has a radius of 10 feet plus the height of the object. Please remember, these are the MINIMUM requirements that all load drop zones must have. D+10’ D+10’ Load Drop Zone D = Vertical Distance of the Object Lifts Greater than 10 Feet Above the Floor Note: These are the absolute MINIMUM requirements for a load drop zone

red and black “DANGER” tape shall be used
000xxxxx Revision 0 LDZ Requirements Personnel remain outside the LDZ Permission to enter is required from PIC Prior to lift, verify that: Load path is clear of obstruction and other activities Continuous, unobstructed ingress and egress path is established Controls for monitoring boundary of zone are established No one is allowed under the load Passing a load over personnel or equipment requires “High Hazard Lift” planning All personnel are required to remain outside the Load Drop Zone unless they have permission to enter from the Person-in-Charge or his designee to carry out duties required to perform the lift. Prior to the lift, the load path must be verified clear of obstructions and other activities and a continuous unobstructed ingress and egress path must be established to ensure ready entry and exit for those who are allowed in the LDZ. Controls for monitoring the boundary of the load drop zone must also be established and as a general rule, no one is allowed under the load. If a load will pass over personnel or vital equipment, this type lift is deemed as a “High Hazard Lift” and requires High “Hazard Lift” Planning. When placing barricade tape to mark the boundaries of a load drop zone, the red and black danger tape shall be used. When placing barricade tape to mark the boundaries of a load drop zone, red and black “DANGER” tape shall be used

Pre-Job Briefings (PJB)
000xxxxx Revision 0 Pre-Job Briefings (PJB) In addition to the required PJB items in the Plan Jobs Safely procedure, when lifting and rigging activities are planned, the following items need to be addressed: Rigging Plan Specific assignments Communication methods LDZ size and control Safe egress Load control Load positioning Emergency stop signal Location of power disconnects Contingencies Pre-Job Briefings are required for every rigging job. In addition to the items specified in the TVA Safety Procedure “Plan Jobs Safely”, the following items should be discussed in the pre-job brief for a lifting and rigging activity. The rigging plan, specific assignments, and communication methods. The size of the load drop zone, control measures, and the safe egress path. Methods for controlling and positioning the load. The emergency stop signal, the location of power disconnects, and any other contingencies in case problems occur with the lift.

Load Control with Tag Line
000xxxxx Revision 0 Load Control with Tag Line Preferred Method of Load Control Discuss in PJB Long enough to clear LDZ Never wrap around a body part Attach as far away from center of gravity as possible Trail the load Use Shepherd’s Hook or similar device to reach tag line or to adjust cribbing The preferred method of load control is the use of a tag line. Its use should be discussed in the pre-job briefing. The tag line should be long enough to clear the load drop zone and must never be wrapped around a body part. Attach it as far away from the center of gravity as possible and trail the load. A shepherd’s hook or similar device should be used to reach the tag line or to adjust any cribbing that may have been placed to land the load. Ideally, tag lines should also be long enough, or personnel positioned such, that the line is at an angle no more than 45° from horizontal to the load. This maximum angle serves two purposes; first, the shallower angle provides better leverage in controlling the loads movement, and second, it provides greater distance between the load and the personnel manning the tag lines keeping them clear of the Load Drop Zone should the load suddenly shift or fall. Tag lines should also be long enough, or personnel positioned such, that the line is at an angle no more than 45° from horizontal

Employee Guiding a Suspending Load
000xxxxx Revision 0 Employee Guiding a Suspending Load Employees can get near a load and assist in guiding the load into place with their hands, provided ALL of the following requirements are met: Tag lines have been identified as ineffective for the application Bottom of load is no more than chest high above landing area No risk of being struck by the load if it swings or falls out of control Hazards identified and precautions taken to prevent tripping and falling under load Hand and body part hazards for pinch points are evaluated and eliminated or controlled When it is necessary for employees to place their hands on a suspended load to assist in guiding the load into place, the employees can get near the load provided ALL the following requirements are met: The use of taglines has been evaluated as ineffective for the lift application in use. The bottom of the load must not be more than chest high above the landing area. There is no risk of the employee being struck by the load if it were to fall or swing out of control. Hazards have been identified and precautions taken to prevent an employee from tripping or falling under the load. Hazards of hand and body parts and the potential for their inclusion in pinch points have been evaluated and eliminated or controlled. The pre-job briefing will identify and discuss when it will be necessary for employees to place their hands on a load to assist in guiding the load into place. This discussion shall review when it is safe to be within the Load Drop Zone to place hands on the load and who is allowed within the LDZ to control the load. The pre-job briefing will identify the need for being in the LDZ to guide the load.

What Do I Do When the Rigging Job is Complete?
000xxxxx Revision 0 What Do I Do When the Rigging Job is Complete? Rigging used for support during pre-positioning of machines, piping, platforms, walkways, and steel members, is not to be removed until all leveling and alignments are complete and the item is secured in place. Inspect rigging after use Clean work area Return rigging to storage You may be thinking, what do I do when the rigging job is complete? Any rigging used for support during pre-positioning of machines, piping, platforms, walkways, and steel members is not to be removed until all leveling and alignment operations are complete and the item is secured in place. You are to inspect the rigging after its use, clean the work area, and return the rigging equipment to storage.

000xxxxx Revision 0 Summary Any time rigging and lifting of a load is performed, there is the potential for an accident. Loads can and do fall. Rigging accidents are never planned, they occur when things are overlooked or safety rules are violated. No one wants a rigging accident to happen, nor do they want to be involved in one. This course has been developed to inform you of the TVA Rigging Program requirements in an effort to prevent rigging accidents from occurring. Always use safety first as a rule, when performing rigging activities. Whenever rigging and lifting of a load are performed, there is the potential for an accident. Loads can and do fall. Rigging accidents are never planned; they occur when things are overlooked or safety rules are violated. No one wants a rigging accident to happen, nor do they want to be involved in one. Serious injury or death can be the result. This course has been developed to inform you of the TVA Rigging Program requirements in an effort to prevent rigging accidents from occurring. Always use safety first as a rule when performing rigging activities.

Test You’re almost finished.
000xxxxx Revision 0 Test You’re almost finished. In order to receive credit for completing this course, please click the “Exit” button on the top right of this screen. Click on “Return to Content Structure” and click on “Take Exam” as seen below. To receive credit for completing this course you must complete the online exam. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this content, please You’re almost finished. In order to receive credit for completing this course, please click the “Exit” button on the top right of this screen. Click on “Return to Content Structure” and click on “Take Exam”. To receive credit for completing this course you must complete the online exam. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this content, please

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