The lifting of concrete slab has been carried out using an excavator without proper lift plan, RAMS, test certifications of lifting equipment and web sling and exclusion zone. The lifting point on the excavator was missing the latch and the web sling was not protected from the sharp edges of the slab. CMA suspended the activity and addressed the issue to PIVOT Construction Manager for corrective action. PIVOT to develop a RAMS for the activity and review the suitability of lifting equipment, carry out a lift plan and obtain test certificates for the lifting equipment and accessories from an approved inspection agency and rectify the hook prior to restarting the activity.
Hazard category: Lifting operations