SWP: Moving Abnormal Loads

Ref No: POS_SWP 27_Moving Abnormal

Loads

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Date: 05/07/21

Key Hazards

Risks

Personal Protective Equipment

• Lifting heavy loads from height

• Moving Plant and machinery

• Weather Conditions

• Loads or Attachments

• Trapping

• Crushing

• Overturning

• Collision with personnel

• Collision with other vehicles/equipment

Do

• Check the physical condition of the cargo prior to lifting. If there is any doubt, then bring it to the attention of a Cargo Team Leader.

• Always secure the load before attempting to move once lifted from the vessel or onto the transporter, forklift.

Do Not

 Attempt to load the trailer without the driver being in attendance and overseeing the operation.

 Drive over any uneven or damaged surfaces if there is any doubt of its potential security.

Specific Training Requirements:

• Basic Training - through an accredited training provider training to the standards outlined in the L117 ACOP.

• Specific job training - tailored to the needs of the organisation.

• Familiarisation training - Familiarisation training is the third stage of training, which should be carried out on the job, under close supervision, by someone with

appropriate knowledge.

Risk Assessments:

• POS 01_Working at Heights

• POS 02_Use of Ladders

• POS 05_Slips & Trips

• POS 06_Manual Handling

• POS 07_Stress

• POS 08_Driving at Work

• POS 09_First Aid

• POS 11_Operating Plant and Machinery

• POS 13_Inclement or Extreme Weather

• POS 21_Handling_Steel_Products

SWPs:

• POS_SWP 07_Forklift Truck Operations

• POS_SWP 08_Use of Lifting Gear

• POS_SWP 16_ Driving Port Vehicles

• POS_SWP 26_ Driving Tug Units With Trailers