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DOGGING

WorkCover. Watching out for you. New South Wales Government

GUIDE 2003 – 6TH EDITION



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CONTENTS PAGE

INTRODUCTION

PART ONE

1. Slinging and safe working loads 3

2. Weight of the load 10

3. Rules to follow when slinging and handling a load 11

4. Stacking 24

5. Loads and mobile cranes 26

6. Personal safety equipment 37

7. Communication 39

PART TWO

8. Flexible steel wire rope 42

9. Chain 47

10. Flat webbing and round synthetic slings 50

11. Fibre rope 53

12. Accessories 54

13. Storage 60

PART THREE

14. Areas and volumes 61

15. Tables of masses 65

16. First aid 67

17. Terms used in this guide 68

APPENDIX I – Sample exam questions 69



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INTRODUCTION

A qualified dogman must know how to:

• usethevarioustypesofropes,slings,chainsandaccessories

• calculatethesafeworkingload(SWL)ofanyrope,slings,orchaintobeusedforlifting

• assesstheweightofloadstobelifted

• safelyslingloadsofdifferentweightsandsizes

• directacraneorhoistoperatorinthemovementofaloadwhentheloadisoutoftheoperator’s

view

• givethehandsignalsandwhistlesignalsusedfordirectingloads.

The weight of most loads to be handled will be printed on the delivery docket or marked on the load in

some way.

The formulas and tables in this guide will help you in calculating the weight of loads.

Do not lift if you cannot make a reasonable estimate of the weight of a load.

Under occupational health and safety legislation in each of Australia’s states and territories:

• employersmustprovideormaintainequipmentandsystemsofworkthataresafeandwithoutrisks

to health

• employersmustprovidethecorrectropes,slings,chainsandaccessoriesfortheliftingyouare

askedtocarryout

• employeesmusttakecareforthehealthandsafetyoffellowworkersandcooperatewiththeir

employer,whileatwork.



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PART 1

1. Slingingandsafeworkingloads

The safe working load (SWL) of a sling is the maximum load that may be lifted by that sling making a

straight lift.

The load factor for a straight lift = 1.

The lifting capacity decreases as the angle between the legs of the sling attachment increases.

Differentmethodsofslingingwillalsoaltertheliftingcapacity.

For example, a reeved sling around a square load will halve the lifting capacity of a sling. The load factor

is 0.5.

Below are the various methods of slinging with their load factors.

SWL tables are available for all types of slings and rope. Make sure that you consult the correct table

before lifting.

Youmustknowtheloadfactorsforeachmethodofslingingshownonnextpage:

ASAFEWORKINGLOADCHARTFOR6x24-1570GRADE-GALVANISEDSTEELWIREROPE



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SINGLESLING

Load Factor Load Factor Load Factor

= 1 = 0.5 = 0.75

Direct Rectangular Round

Load Load Load

BASKET HITCH

Singleslingverticallegs

Load Factor Load Factor

= 2 = 1

Round Rectangular

Load Load

Includeanglebetweenthelegs

30° 1.93 30° 0.97

60° 1.73 60° 0.87

90° 1.41 90° 0.70

120° 1.00 120° 0.50

Round Rectangular

Load Load

ENDLESSSLINGORGROMMET

45° 1.38

60° 1.30 30° 1.93

90° 1.06 45° 1.85

120° 0.75 60° 1.73

Load Factor 90° 1.41

= 2 120° 1.00

BasketHitch

RoundLoad

Direct Direct

Load Load

Comparingmethodsofslingingandloadfactors



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RuleofthumbmethodsforcalculatingtheSWLsofflexiblesteelwirerope,chainandfibrerope.

Please note that these methods only give approximate answers.

Flexiblesteelwirerope(FSWR)

To calculate the SWL in kilograms of FSWR square the rope diameter (D) in millimetres (mm) and

multiply by 8.Formula:SWL(kgs)=D

2(mm)x8

For example: Rope diameter (D) = 12mm

SWL (kgs) = D2 (mm) x 8

= D (mm) x D (mm) x 8

= 12 x 12 x 8

= 1152 kgs

SWL (t) = 1.15 tonnes

The above equation can be reversed to calculate the diameter (D) in millimetres of FSWR needed to lift a

given load. To do this divide the load (L) in kilograms by 8 and find the square root of the result.

Formula:D(mm) = L(kg)

8

For example: Load = 1152 kg

D (mm) = 1152 ÷ 8

= 144

= 12 (mm)

Therefore an FSWR sling of at least 12mm in diameter is required to lift a 1152 kg load for a straight lift.

Chain

The SWL of chain is determined by the grade (G).

Do not use a chain to lift if it does not have a manufacturer’s tag that gives details of the SWL. Return it

to the manufacturer for SWL assessment and retagging.

To calculate the SWL of lifting chain in kilograms multiply the diameter (D) in millimetres (mm) squared,

by the grade (G), by 0.3.

Formula:SWL(kgs)=D2(mm)xGx0.3

For example: Chain diameter, 10mm. Chain grade (T) (ie grade 80)

SWL = D2 (mm) x G x 0.3

= D (mm) x D (mm) x G x 0.3

= 10 x 10 x 80 x 0.3

= 2400 kgs


The above equation can be reversed to calculate the diameter (D) in millimetres of chain needed to lift

a given load. To do this divide the load (L) in kilograms by 0.3 and by the grade (G) and find the square

root of the result.

Formula: D(mm) = L(kgs)÷0.3÷G

Load = 2400 kgs

D (mm) = 2400 ÷ 0.3 ÷ 80= 100

= 10 (mm)

Therefore a Grade 80 chain, 10mm in diameter is required to lift a load 2400kg for a straight lift.



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Fibrerope

To calculate the SWL of new fibre rope in kilograms square the rope diameter (D) in millimetres (mm).

Formula:SWL(kgs)=D2(mm)

For example: Diameter = 25mm

SWL (kgs) = D2

(mm)SWL (kgs) = D (mm) x D (mm)

= 25 x 25

= 625 kgs


The above equation can be reversed to calculate the diameter (D) in millimetres of fibre rope needed to lift

a given load. To do this find the square root of the load in kilograms.

Formula: D(mm) = Load(kgs)

Load = 200 kgs

D (mm) = 200

= 14.14 (mm)

Therefore a 15mm in diameter fibre rope sling is required to lift a 200kg load for a straight lift.

Flatwebbingandroundsyntheticslings

Flat webbing and round synthetic slings are labelled with the SWL. Do not lift if the label is missing.

Return the sling to the manufacturer for assessment and relabelling. Synthetic slings are colour coded (see

table on page 7).

Labelforaflatwebbingsyntheticsling



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Syntheticslingsarecolourcodedaccordingtoliftingcapacity.

Loadfactorsandslinging

In the examples below all the load and reeve factors are for FSWR. The arithmetic is set out so that

calculations can be easily worked out on a calculator.

1. To calculate the maximum weight of load that can be lifted multiply the SWL of the sling(s) by the

angle factor by the reeve factor.Formula:

Maxload= SWL(ofsling)xanglefactorxreevefactor

For example: The SWL of each leg of a two legged sling is 8 tonnes, the angle between the two sling legs

is 60˚ and they are reeved around a square load. This means a load factor of 1.73 for the angle and

another factor of 0.5 for the reeve.

SlingSWL 8tonne

Anglefactor 1.73

Reevefactor 0.5

Therefore:

Maxload= 8x1.73x0.5 = 6.92 tonnes

6.9tonnesisthemaximumweightthatcanbelifted.



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2. To calculate the SWL of multi-legged slings needed to lift a load divide the weight of the load by the

load factor.

Formulaforacalculator:

SWL= weight÷loadfactor

Formulacanbewritten:

weight SWL = loadfactor

For example: The weight of the load to be lifted is 20 tonnes and the angle between the legs of a two

legged sling is 60°. This means that the load factor is 1.73 for the angle.

Weight 20 tonnes

Loadfactor1.73

Therefore:

SWL = 20÷1.73

= 11.56tonnes

Therefore,useaslingwithalifting

capacitygreaterthan11.56tonnes.

3. To calculate the SWL of a sling needed to lift a load divide the load by the angle factor and divide by

the reeve factor.


SWL = weight÷anglefactor÷reevefactor

Formulacanbewritten:

weight SWL = anglefactorxreevefactor

For example: Two slings have a 60° angle between them and are both reeved around a 4 tonne square

load. This means a load factor of 1.73 for the angle and 0.5 for the reeve.

Weight4tonnes

Anglefactor1.73

Reevefactor0.5

Therefore:

SWL = 4÷1.73÷0.5

= 4.62tonnes

Thereforeuseaslingwithalifting




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4. To calculate the SWL of the sling needed to lift this load divide the load by the angle factor and divide

by the reeve factor.


SWL = weight÷angle factor÷reevefactor

Formula can be written:

weight SWL = anglefactorxreevefactor

For example: Two slings have a 60° between them are reeved around a 20 tonne round load. This means

a load factor of 1.73 for the angle and 0.75 for the reeve.

Weight 20 tonnes

Anglefactor1.73

Reevefactor0.75

Therefore:

SWL = 20÷1.73÷0.75

= 15.41tonnes

Thereforeuseaslingwithalifting


5. To calculate the diameter (D) in millimetres (mm) of FSWR needed to lift a load (L) of 5 tonnes as a

straight lift, convert tonnes into kilograms, divide by 8 and then find the square root of the answer.

Formula:D(mm) = Load÷8

Formulacanbewritten:D(mm)= Load8

Therefore:

D (mm) = 5000 ÷ 8

= 625

= 25

Therefore a 25mm diameter FSWR is needed for the lift.



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2. Weightoftheload

Do not lift if the weight of a load is not marked on the load or the delivery docket and it is not possible to

calculate the weight.

It may be possible to calculate the weight of a load from the weighbridge certificate from the delivery

vehicle.

Be careful of the load weight marked on the load or delivery docket.

Timber for example, can be 50 per cent heavier when wet. In foundries when large castings are raised

from a mould there can be suction created by the sand adding substantially to the weight. Pipes and

tanks etc are often weighed down by liquids, sludge or other materials.

When lifting a load for the first time watch the lifting equipment carefully for signs of strain in case the

stated weight is incorrect.

(See Part 3, for the formulas for calculating the volume of varying shaped objects and for the Tables of

Masses of different materials.)



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3. Rulestofollowwhenslingingandhandlingaload

Asimpleruleofthumbforagoodsafeworkingangle

Make sure that the horizontal distance between the points of attachment of the load, does not exceed the

length of the slings.

This will ensure that the angle between the two legs of the sling does not exceed 60°.

Multi-leggedslings

The recommended maximum angle between the two legs of a sling is 90°.

The recommended maximum angle between the vertical and any leg of a sling is 45°.

When slinging a rigid object with a multi-legged sling it must be assumed that only two of the sling legs

are taking the load. Additional legs do not increase the SWL of the sling assembly.



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Common sling arrangements

Single-part,Single-legslings

Direct Load Choke Hitch Basket Hitch

Round load Rectangle load Round load Rectangle load

Double-part,Single-legslings

Direct Load Choke Hitch Basket Hitch

Round load Rectangle load Round load Rectangle load

2-Legslings

Direct Load Choke Hitch

Round load

Single wrap Double wrap

Rectangle load

Single wrap Double wrap

3-Legand4-Legslings

3-Leg Assembly 4-Leg Assembly



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The SWL of a multi-legged sling assembly is assessed on the diagonally opposite legs.

Where an object is flexible and the load is evenly distributed make sure that each leg takes an even share

of the load.

Alwaysassumethatoneslingistakinghalftheload

Be careful when lifting irregular shaped objects – it is possible that only one leg of the sling is taking the

whole load.

The larger the angle from the vertical made by slings on a hook the more likely the sling’s eye is to slip off

the point of the bill.

In this case put the eyes into a ‘bow’ shackle large enough so that they do not jam. Make sure that the

shackle pin is resting on the hook.

Multipleslingeyesthroughabowshackle



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Direct lifting

It is the duty of a dogman to direct the crane operator to position the head of the jib or the lifting

assembly directly over the load.

Always lift vertically. If the hook is not directly over the load, the load will begin to swing dangerously as

soon as it is raised.

Dragging a load can put undue strain on the lifting gear and crane boom, especially if the load is dragged

from the side.

Generalhandling

Use packing or lagging to prevent the sling from coming into contact with sharp edges. This will lengthen

the life of the sling.

Usepackingtopreventslingscomingintocontactwithsharpedges

Make sure that packing or lagging is secure so that it will not fall out when the slings go slack. Beforelifting a load make sure that it is not caught or trapped in some way.

Machinery, plant, personnel boxes, material safety boxes and fuel containers with lifting lugs, must have

the SWL clearly marked.

All loads delivered to a site that could be hazardous should be strapped or wrapped. Caution: Many

serious accidents occur as strapping, wrapping or load binding chains are removed.

For example:

• Gyprockshouldbewrappedtopreventthewindpickingupindividualsheets.(Strappingcan

damagethem).

• Loadsofpipe,metalortimbershouldbestrappedbeforelifting.



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Spreaders are recommended for lifting lengths of timber, pipe or steel. If a spreader is not available,

double wrap the sling around the load before lifting.

Ifaspreaderisnotavailabledoublewrapbeforelifting

Spreadersarerecommendedforliftinglengthsoftimber,pipeorsteel



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Do not bash the eye of a sling down at the nip point. This practice will decrease the SWL and damage the

sling.

Alwaysuseadryfibreropetaglinetocontrolloads

Structural steel

Loads of structural steel (universal beams, RSJ’s) on trucks must have restraining spikes fitted in the truck

to prevent them from falling out. Removing the securing chains or straps if there are no restraining spikes

in place is very dangerous.Structural steel can be very dangerous. When a load arrives on site walk around the truck and check that

the steel has not shifted into a dangerous position. Many serious accidents occur as load binding chains

are removed from steel beams.

Deep beams that are narrower in width than height are unstable and can inflict especially severe injuries.

Always lift bundles of steel level. Do not lift it vertically or at a slope. It is not possible to make the inside

lengths of steel in a bundle tight enough to prevent them falling out if the bundle is at an angle.

Steelcankillifitfalls.

Correctslingingmethodforanelectricmotor.Donotrelyoneyebolts

Slingsingoodcondition

andadequateforload

Tag line for control

ofload

Loadequally

distributed

Workareaclear

Loadshouldberested

ontimberdunnage



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As a load of steel is lifted keep hands well away. Steel sections tend to snap together or roll up as the

sling bites into the nip.

Looseitems

Loads of loose items such as scaffold clips must be raised in properly constructed boxes branded with the

SWL.

Do not lift loads of this kind in 200 litre drums because:

• thesedrumshavenoratedliftingcapacity

• itisnotpossibletoknowtheconditionofthebaseofthedrum.(Theyhaveusuallybeendiscarded

becausetheyareunfittoholdliquid)

• theholescutintothesidesfortheslingorhooksoftenpullthroughundertheweight

• thesharpsedgesoftheholescancutthroughasling.

Rubbishbins

Rubbish bins should have proper lifting lugs and be branded with the SWL. Rubbish bins that are

overloaded must not be lifted. Where rubbish can be blown out or spill from a bin secure the load before

lifting, especially in windy conditions.

Sling rubbish bins with a four-legged sling. To tip the bin, release the two front slings and raise the bin

with the two back slings.

Do not stand behind a bin when tipping rubbish out. It could whip back suddenly as it clears the ground.

Handlingsteelplate

Steel plate can be lifted with:

• plateclampsthataredesignedtoincreasethepurchaseontheplateastheplateislifted

• hooksorshackleswherethereareliftingholesintheplate.

Approvedplateclamps



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Do not use home made type plate clamps or plate dogs. Remember that steel plate can injure or kill.

Donotusehomemadetypeplateclampsorplatedogs

Use a spreader beam if the angle between the legs of a sling is likely to be more than 60°.

Steel plate can be lifted vertically or horizontally.

Alwaysuseaspreaderbeamforliftingsteelplateiftheanglebetweentwoslingsexceeds60°

Liftingvertically.Use an appropriate plate clamp where a sling cannot be attached and there is no lifting

hole. An example is the dished and flanged end-plate for a pressure vessel.

Note:Itcanbedifficulttoremoveorattachaslingwhereplateisstoredverticallyinarackoristobe

fedintobendingrolls.

As a plate touches the ground and the tension is released from the slings a single hook can come out of

the hole causing the plate to fall. To prevent this lift with a hook through a ring that is attached to a short

length of chain shackled to an approved plate clamp.



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Always make sure that the tension remains in the slings until the plate is in place.

Correctsetupforliftingsteelplatevertically

60° max

Makesurethattheanglebetweenslingswhenliftingsteelplateis60°



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Liftinghorizontally. It is recommended that a minimum of four plate clamps and a spreader beam are

used for lifting steel plate horizontally. For horizontal lifts use appropriate plate clamps. Use a spreader

beam for long thin plates to prevent dangerous flapping, sagging and vibration.

Pallets

A wide variety of loads are delivered on pallets. Before a palleted load is lifted from a truck check that:

• thepalletisingoodcondition

• theloadissecuredsothatnothingcanfalloff

• theloadisproperlyslung.

The SWL of a standard hardwood pallet is 2000kg. The SWL can be dramatically reduced if there are any

missing boards or any other defects. Note: Some pallets are designed for packaging not lifting.

To lift a load on a damaged pallet raise the load and pallet to reposition onto an undamaged pallet. Then

lower the load and sling properly before lifting and moving the load to the desired place.

If no spare undamaged pallets are available send the load back to the supplier to be re-palleted.

Always raise palleted bricks inside a brick cage to prevent loose bricks falling.

Placing concrete

When placing concrete from a kibble into formwork spread the flow out. Dumping the whole load in

one spot can overload the formwork especially if it is also taking the weight of workers and vibrating

equipment. Formwork is only designed to take concrete spread out evenly over the whole area.

Make sure that the concrete is poured gradually. The sudden release of concrete from a kibble attached to

a mobile or tower crane can cause a ‘whip back’ causing the kibble to bounce dangerously.

Correctmethodofturningoveraload



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Turningoverloads

When turning over a load such as a steel beam the sling must be attached to the hook on the side of the

load that is to be lifted. This will ensure that it is raised on a diagonal through the centre of gravity.

It is then a simple matter to lower the lifting media turning the load over in a safe and controlled manner.

Sling the load so that when the load is lowered, the nip will pull against the eye.

A long narrow load such as a steel beam (RSJ) has a high centre of gravity and a narrow base when it is

standing on its flange. If a dogman nips the sling incorrectly to turn the beam (or any other load) it will

flop, topple over and possibly break the slings.

Turningoverasteelbin



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Bendsandhitches

Dogmen must know how to secure loads and tag lines with bends and hitches. Learn those described and

illustrated below.

Snubberturns–forholding

andloweringheavyloads.Two,threeormoreturns

shouldbeused.

Rolling hitch – To secure

stopper,ortworopes

pulling in opposite

directions.Veryuseful–

preferabletoclovehitchor

blackwallhitch,providing

rolling turns are put on in

properdirectionofpull.

Safe.

Sheetbend–tojointwo

dryropesofdifferentsizes.

Saferwhendoublesheet

bendisused.Thesmaller

ropemustbebentaround

the larger rope.

Buntlineorbeckethitch–

tosecureendsoftacklesto

beckets.Foolproof;cannot

comeundonelikehalf

hitches.

Doublesheetbend.

Fisherman’sbendandhalf

hitch–usefulforbending

ropeontorings,handlesof

buckets,etc–requiresthe

extra half hitch.

Timberandhalfhitch–

useful for hoisting lengths

oftimber.Onlysafewhen

additionalhalfhitchisputonendofhaulingpart.

Clovehitch–usedto

commence rope lashing.

Not safe for other purposes

unlessendssecured,with

additionalhalf-hitch.

Bowlinesingle–usedfor

makingtemporaryeyein

endofrope.

(i)Bowlineonthe

bight.

(ii) Bowlineonthe

bight.

(iii)Bowlineonthebight

–thebowlineonthe

bightisformedby

makingthefirstpart

ofabowlinewiththe

bightoftheropeand

passingthewhole

hitchthroughitsbight.

Bowlinerunning–usedfor

makingatemporaryeye

to run along another part

of rope.



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Single snotter shortener

withbothbightsfitted

onhook.

Figureofeightknot–as

foranoverhandknot,but

easier to untie.

Overhandknot–tomakea

stoponarope,toprevent

endsfromfrayingorto

preventitslippingthrough

ablock.

Marlinspikehitch–should

notbeusedforsending

tools or materials aloft. A

bettermethodfortoolsis

toopenuptheropeand

push tool through.

Directionofpullonspike

SHORTENERFORSINGLE-PARTROPEORSNOTTER– To join rope to hook of tackle, etc, and does not

damage the rope. At least two full turns of the standing part are to nip the two bights before the bights

are placed on the hook.

DOUBLESHORTENER– Each of the two parts of the bale-sling or strop is turned back on itself, so that

two bights are formed at a suitable length. The bights are then turned about each other as in a simple

overhand knot and placed on the hook. Note:When shortening synthetic rope slings it is usually advisable

to twist the bights twice about each other because of the slippery nature of many synthetic ropes.

Single snotter shortener

partlymade.Twobights

readytobeplacedonhook.

Roundturnandtwohalf

hitches–widelyusedfor

securingrunningendsof

tacklesetc.Themoreturns

madebeforehitchesare

madethemorecontrolis

possible.Safe.

(i)Doubleshortenerfor

slingpartlymade.

(ii) Doubleshortenerfor

slingonhook.



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4. Stacking

Make sure that on completion of moving a load all materials are securely and safely stacked.

Stacks of materials must be arranged:

• sothatthereisadequateclearancefrommachinerythatcouldtoppleastack

• sothatthereisaccessforpeople,forklifts,cranes,trainsandsoon

• sothattheslingcanberemovedaseachunitisplacedonthestack.(Alwayspullaslingoutby

handtopreventthepossibilityofthecranetopplingastack)

• sothatthereisaccesstofireextinguishersandotheremergencyservices.

Before stacking make sure that the ground is stable, level and not likely to flood in the event of rain. If

there is heavy rain check the ground for signs of it giving way.

If the ground is not level make sure that the stacks are chocked level and secure.

When a stack is removed check the ground for signs of it giving way before placing another stack in the

same position.

Clearance

There must be clearance of:

• notlessthan3metresfromrailwaytracks

• notlessthan3.5metresfortruckaccess

• notlessthan1metreforwalkways

• notlessthan1.5metresforaccessforanoverheadtravellingcraneoperator.

Use your common sense. There must be access to carry out the work normally carried out on site and for

stretcher access in the case of emergency.

Stackingsteelplate

Stagger plates stored horizontally with no packing and wider than 0.75 metres, into groups of plates that

make up a suitable lift.

Solidpile– liftsstaggeredlaterally

When steel plate is stacked upright in racks the plate can easily swing (and could crush someone) when

the crane takes the weight of the plate.

Use adequate packing and the proper plate clamps to avoid having to stand inside a rack. Do not lift aplate from a rack if someone is inside the rack under any circumstances.

To avoid high, horizontal stacks of steel plate becoming unstable tie together with interlocking packing.

Stagger



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Stackingrolledsteel,coilsandotherroundloads

Round loads must be blocked or chocked at the bottom to prevent the whole stack rolling away. Every

round load must be blocked.

Blocking

Stackingofrod-stockcoils.

Each layer of the stack must be one unit less than the layer below. The stack will then resemble a

pyramid.

Stackingtimber

When stacking shorter lengths of timber place the alternate layers at right angles. This is called pigstying.

Pigstying

Bundles of timber must be strapped and have dunnage under and between the bundles. When stacks are

high they must be straight and set on level beds. Check for movement in the ground after rain.

Ladders must be provided for access to the top of high stacks.

To avoid high stacks of timber becoming unstable tie stacks together with interlocking packing.



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5. Loadsandmobilecranes

Before commencing a job with a mobile crane go to the work site with the supervisor and the crane

operator and assess the crane suitability for the whole job. Assess access, room, soil, lift capacity and

lifting equipment.

Decide where to set up and how to set up.

Mobiling

Some mobile cranes are better suited than others to travel over rough surfaces. Always check the load

plate and the manufacturer’s recommendations before mobiling.

Cranes are more likely to overturn ‘offroad’. Before leaving the road check:

• forpotholesandsoftorroughground

• foroverheadobstructions

• forpowerlines

• forpersonnelworkinginthearea

• blindcorners

• trafficflow

• undergroundservices.

Always check grassy surfaces for potholes hidden by long grass. Walk over the whole area before guiding

a crane across.

Make sure spring lockouts (where fitted) are set before mobiling a load.

Do not direct the driver to slew unless the surface is firm and level. Booms are not made to withstand

sideways forces.

Slewing if the crane is attached in any way to another crane or tackle can be very dangerous. (The whole

operation must be under the control of one person).

The load should be connected to the crane by a tail rope to prevent sway that could cause the crane to

overturn. Do not walk heavy loads with crawler cranes unless the ground is firm and level.

Take extreme caution walking a load into position with the load high and close to the boom. The load can

swing back and hit the boom causing it to collapse as the crane moves forward.

When a crane is used as a winch make sure that the crane is secured in position and immobile.

All mobile cranes with wire rope luffing gear must have a luffing overwinding limit device.

Where a crane has sprung road wheels it must be fitted with stops to prevent excessive movement of the

springs.

The load must be secured in a fore and aft position unless load is too long. Long loads must be secured in

a diagonal position with the boom fore and aft.

Warning lights (where fitted) must be turned on when the crane is moving.

Travel slowly to prevent excessive swing.



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Takethewindpressureintoaccountwhenoperatingneartomaximumcapacity

Always carry the load as close to the ground as possible. Do not direct the load higher until it is almost in

position.

Avoid travelling the crane over potholes, depressions, soft ground or across a slope, road cambers or

shoulders, rail tracks, any objects or dunnage wood, which could destabilise the crane or load.

Observe traffic rules, watch intersections, and avoid pedestrians. Instruct the driver to use the warning

horn or whistle when approaching pedestrians or workers.

Warn everyone in the area of your intention before moving the load. A person can be easily knocked froma structure or crushed by a moving load.

Generalrulesformobilingupanddownslopes:

• Taketheslopeandangleoftheboomintoaccountwhenmovingupordownaslope.

• Whenmobilingonaslopewiththeboomfacinguphillensurethattheboomangledoesnotbecome

tooclosetovertical.Thisistopreventtheboomtopplingoverbackwards.

• Donottravelacrossaslopewithaload.

• Crawlercranesareverydangerousonslopingground.Directthedrivertoboomdownbefore

walkingacrawlercraneupaslope.Oncethecranereachesthetopthedrivermustboomupto

compensate.

• Wherenecessaryuseanothercranetosteadyheavycrawlercraneswhentheyaretravelling

downhill.



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Theloadmustfaceuphillandasclosetothegroundaspossible

Crane safety

Make sure that the SWL of the hook is at least equal to the maximum load that can be safely lifted by the

crane at the given radius and boom position.

Check the hook block for corrosion in the shank and for distortion, cracks and wear in the hook.

Make sure that the hoist wire is completely without twists and turns before lifting where the hook block issupported with multiple falls of rope.

Keep well clear of the lower hoist block sheaves to prevent fingers or hands from jamming in the sheaves.

Make sure that all tyres are inflated to the correct air pressure.

When lifting heavy loads the boom will pull down as you take the weight thus putting a forward swing

into the load when it is raised. To allow for this take the strain then boom up or alternatively position the

hook slightly closer to the crane.

Make sure that when lifting broadside with a mobile crane on a slope, the downside wheels are raised by

solid packing so that the crane chassis is level.

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Always stand clear of loads being lifted or handled.

Make sure that slewing cranes are clear of all obstacles, loads and people. Bystanders can become

jammed between cab, counterweight and chassis.

For cranes of less than 5 tonne capacity, the lower hoist block must be safeguarded to prevent injuries to

hands or fingers.

When lifting a load on a floating vessel carry out the operations quickly and cleanly. When placing a load

onto a floating vessel ‘inch’ the load slowly into place to prevent the vessel surging.

Crane hoist falls must not be secured to floating vessels for towing or mooring purposes.

Caution – theboomwillspringupaftertheloadisreleased

Electricalhazards

Always maintain a safe distance from electrical wires when travelling with the boom raised.

The head of a long boom will spring up when the load is released. Make sure there is a safe distance from

any electrical conductors or other obstructions before releasing the load.

Do not set cranes up close to any electrified equipment or apparatus unless there are safeguards to ensure

the safety of persons using the crane.

All types of crane must not approach closer than:

• 3metrestopowerlinesandotherelectricalapparatusforvoltagesupto132000

• 6metresforvoltagesabove132000butnotgreaterthan330000

• 8metresforvoltagesabove330000. Keep a look out for possible contact with electrical equipment at all times while operating or travelling the

crane. If the crane could come within any of the above distances to electrical apparatus during operation,

an observer must be appointed to keep watch and if necessary to warn the dogman.

It is the duty of the dogman to advise the crane driver if the crane is in close proximity to electrical

equipment. If unsure about the voltage maintain a distance of 8 metres from wires.



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Where possible de-energise electrical equipment or use buffers or stops to prevent any part of the crane

from coming close to electrical equipment. This is the responsibility of the contractor and the local

electricity supplier.

Usedryfibreropetaglinestocontrolloadsnearpowerlines

Always use a 16mm dry natural fibre rope as a tag line. Some synthetic fibre rope can be a conductor of

electricity in some circumstances.

Outriggers

Outriggers are hinged or sliding beams that are usually secured with locking pins or check valves. They

must be secured when they are retracted.

Outriggers should be packed to keep the crane level and stable when in use.

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Generalrulesforpackingunderoutriggers:

• Outriggersshouldbefullyextendedwhereverpossible

• Makesurethatthegroundunderthepackingisfirmandcanbeartheload

• Thepackingmustcoverasmuchareaaspossibletodistributetheload

• Thebaselayerofpackingshouldbelaidcloselytogetherandbeatleast75mmthick

• Thetoplayerofpackingmustbeatrightanglestothedirectionoftheoutriggerbeamandatleast

200 mm wide

• Thepackingshouldbehardwoodfreefromdefects.WhereOregonisused,bewareofcracks

• Thepackingmustbe‘pigstyed’(eachlayeratrightanglestothenext)

• Checktheconditionofthejacksandpackingregularlyduringcraneoperation.Packingwilloften

loosen up during initial use as the ground settles.

Consulttheloadradiusindicatorandloadcharttofindthemaximumloadthatcanbelifted:

• whenthecraneispacked

• whenitis‘free’.

Theloadchartonthecranemustdisplaythemaximumloadthatcanbelifted:

• withanylengthofboomorjib

• atanyradiusoftheloadfromthecentreofthecrane

• withthecranefree(unpacked)attheends

• withthecranefree(unpacked)atthesides.

• withthecranestationaryonoutriggers.

To tighten packing raise the boom high and slew the boom broadside, then tighten the packing under the

boom. Repeat for the other side.

Slewing must be carried out slowly. Slewing places great strain on the jib, clutch, pinion and races. The

strain is greater still if the load develops excessive swing.

It is important that the area of the base of the outrigger packing is large enough to safely take the load. To

make an estimate of the area needed use the formula below.

The formula for calculating the area of each outrigger base in square metres:

W x R

Areaofbase=_________

BxNxV

Foracalculator:

Areaofbase=Wx R ÷B ÷N ÷V

W = Load plus half the mass of the boom in tonnes

R = Distance from load to back wheel support in metres

B = End of outrigger to back wheel in metres

N = Number of outriggers on the loaded side

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Use the table below for estimating the load bearing pressure (V) of different soil types.

Pressure(V)

SOILTYPE Tonnespersqmetre

Soft clay or loam 10

Ordinary clay and dry sand mixed with clay 20

Dry sand and dry clay 30

Hard clay and firm coarse sand 40

Firm coarse sand and gravel 50

Shale rock and sandstone 80

Hard rock 200

For example:

A load of 10 tonnes on a 2 tonne boom is to be lifted 7 metres from the back wheel support. There are

two outriggers 4 metres from the support. The soil type is soft clay.

11x7Areaofbase= __________

4x2x10

or

11x7÷4 ÷2 ÷10

=0.96sqm

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Lengtheningtheboom

Make sure that when the boom extensions are loaded onto the truck they are in sequence and properly

packed.

Attach the luffing bridle to the end of the boom with a sling.

Lower the boom into line with the extension. Make sure that the level of the truck is lower than thehorizontal level of the boom. This will allow the top joint pins to be inserted first.

When the top pins are in place raise the boom until the new section is in line and then insert the bottom

pins. The boom can now be raised and the process repeated if necessary.

Safety hints

If a boom is 18 metres or longer a second crane and trestle supports must be used for boom changes.

Make sure that correct slinging procedure is used for attaching boom sections to the assisting crane.

Fit the pins from the inside to the outside when connecting sections of boom.

Stayoutfromundertheboom.Donotknockoutthebottompinsfirst.

Do not stand under the boom to insert or remove pins. This is very dangerous. Do not permit any person

to stand under the boom.

Before raising the boom check every pin, bolt, and shackle connection on the boom and jib pendants and

rope anchorages.

Make sure that all fittings are in good order, tight and secure.



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Methodsofsupportingbooms

Supporting by attending crane

Do not release pins atjoint until attending cranetakes mass of boom

At least two trestlesshould be used on longbooms only supported atbutt sections

Joint Support butt sectionhere where no boomchange pendantsare fitted

Boom changependants on crane

Pendants hooked infront of pin removed

Lower pinsremoved

WRONG – boomcanfall

Always fit boom pins with lock pins on outside so that there is no need to go under jib when de-rigging.

DON’T FORGET – LOCK PINS OR CLIPS.

Amount of boomcantilever

CORRECT

Point ofsuspension

Cantileveringboom

Know the maximum amount of boom that can be cantilevered (projected beyond point of suspension)

during boom assembly and disassembly. Exceeding this amount will cause boom break or boom suspension

failure.



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Cranechecks

Overloadingcancauseoverturningorstructuraldamage.

Load OK atshort radius

Overload

Stability tipping failure

Results

Strength structural failure



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Multiplecranelifts

The minimum requirements for a multiple crane lift are that cranes must have similar characteristics and

slewing motion must be kept to an absolute minimum.

One authorised person must be specially appointed to supervise the operation. Signals to each crane

driver must be clear and well rehearsed.

The capacity of each crane must be at least:

• 20percentgreaterthantheshareoftheloadfor2cranes

• 33percentgreaterthantheshareoftheloadfor3cranes

• 50percentgreaterthantheshareoftheloadformorethan3cranes.

When using two cranes to lift and carry a very heavy or long load, comply with the following:

• Theloadmustbedistributedaccordingtothecapacityofeachcrane.

• Travelslowlyandsteadilytopreventtheloadfromswingingexcessively.

• Observeloadcarryingprecautions.

• Thelessercapacitycraneistobethe‘following’crane.

• Bothcranesmustbepackedsecurely(ifnecessary)beforelifting.

• Ifitisnecessarytoluffthebooms,luffonlyonecraneatatime.Itissafertoluffinthanluffout.

• Avoidanymovementwhichmayupsetthebalanceofeithercrane.

When two cranes are used to lift a load beyond the capacity of either, the load should be distributed

between each crane by means of an equalizing tackle.

When lifting large stacks or columns to vertical the base should be floated in with another crane. This

kind of lift should be carried out with a certificated rigger in charge.

If two cranes are needed to lift the load when it is vertical equalising gear should be used to ensure

that each crane takes half the weight. Where an equalising tackle cannot be used each crane should be

capable of lifting the whole weight of the load.

Locomotivecranes

Always chock the wheels and apply the travelling brake, when operating locomotive cranes on a slope,

however slight.

Make sure that the outriggers are fully extended and properly packed before lifting.

Use running lights and warning flags.

Fit a derailing stop at the front and back of the crane, or open any suitably located switch points to divert

runaway trucks.

Make sure that the crane is as level as possible. If necessary, the crane outriggers (where fitted) should be

packed.

Watch out for indications of possible derailment.

Do not use the crane boom to assist rerailment in the event of a derailment. Severe overloading may

result. Instead use mechanical or hydraulic jacks and packing, or another crane of suitable capacity.

Do not use rail clamps instead of outriggers, to prevent the crane overturning as they are only suitable for

preventing the crane from moving along the track. If the crane overturns the rails and sleepers may also

overturn if rail clamps are used.



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6. Personal safety equipment

Dogmen often wear helmets, gloves, eye protection, face masks and respirators, safety vests and steel

capped boots to protect themselves from injury.

It is the responsibility of your employer to provide the necessary protective equipment. It is the

responsibility of dogmen to wear and use the equipment properly, where and when necessary.

Safety helmets

Safety helmets with chin straps must be worn wherever there is a risk of objects falling from above and on

any work site where the hard hat sign is displayed.

Make sure that you wear a helmet that conforms to Australian Standard – AS1801.

Gloves

Gloves protect your hands from:

• heatandabrasion

• molten metal

• sharpedges

• chemicals(acids,alkalis,solvents,fatsandoils).

Eye protection

You must wear eye protection that conforms to Australian Standard – 1337 if you are likely to be exposed to:• physicaldamagecausedby–flyingparticles,dust,moltenmetal

• chemicaldamagecausedby–toxicliquids,gases,vapours,dusts

• radiationdamagecausedby–sunlight,visiblelight,infrared,laser.

Respiratory protection

You must wear a face mask or respirator that conforms to Australian Standard – 1716 if you are likely to

be exposed to:

• toxicgassesandvapours

• diseasecausingdusts,suchassilicaandasbestos

• anoxygendeficiency.

Inhalation of some chemical vapours and gasses can cause a wide range of unpleasant symptoms

including narcosis, headaches and in some cases death.

Common dusts such as silica can cause lung disease later in life and is found wherever there is

excavation, ie building sites, road works, tunnelling and mining.

Hearing protection

Hearing damage is likely from exposure to long periods of industrial noise above 85 decibels. This is the



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noise level of a large truck or loader.

A chainsaw for example has a noise level of about 92 decibels.

If you think it is likely that you are being exposed to dangerous noise levels ask your employer to provide

you with hearing protectors that conform to Australian Standard – 1270.

Safetyboots

Dogmen should be careful to choose boots which are comfortable, give maximum grip and give protection

from pinching, jamming and crushing.

A range of lightweight flexible boots with steel or plastic caps is available that conform to Australian

Standard-2210.

Safetyvests

Safety vests make dogmen clearly visible to passing traffic or crane drivers moving loads. They mustbe provided and worn for work at road sides, rail side, shipping terminals, where there is site traffic or

wherever visibility is poor.



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7. Communication

Dogmen communicate by two way radio or whistle signals when they are out

of earshot and line of sight from the crane driver. This is often the case on

large city building sites. Hand signals may also be used when the dogman is

in sight of the driver.

Twowayradios

It is important that the two way system provides clear and immediate signals

without interference.

There are two types of two way radio: conventional and trunked.

Conventionalradio

Great care is taken when allocating frequencies to make sure that there areno other operators using the same frequency in the area. It is not possible,

however, to control radio users in the field who may be using the frequency in

the wrong area.

Always use a good quality system from a reputable company with a properly allocated frequency for the

area.

Interference on your frequency can be a safety hazard. If there is continual interference have the system

checked or a new frequency allocated.

Trunkedradio

Trunked radio is a computer controlled two way system that locks other radio users out of your frequency.

No other operator can cut in and overpower your signal.

With trunked radio it is possible to have several separate groups on one building site communicating by

radio without interfering with each other.

Trunked radio is recommended for large city building sites.

Fail safe

Stationary cranes often use a separate buzzer system as a backup. The dogman has a buzzer to press

connected to the crane cabin by a wire.



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Radiodirectionsforcranedrivers

Dogmen must give crane drivers clear verbal signals when directing crane movements. The noise of the

crane motor and distortion over the radio can make it difficult for the crane driver to hear directions.

The following are the standard directions for crane drivers from dogmen:

Hookmovement ‘Hook up’ and ‘Hook down’

Boommovement ‘Boom up’ and ‘Boom down’

‘Boom extend’ and

‘Boom retract’

Slewing ‘Slew left’ and ‘Slew right’

OK to raise ‘All clear’

Donotmove ‘Stop’

Speak clearly and say the name of the part of the crane to be moved first – then the direction of

movement.

Bellorwhistlecode

Stop: 1Short

Hoist: 2Short

Lower: 1Long

Swing left: 1Long, 1 Short

Swingright: 1Long,2Short

Boomup: 3Short

Boom down: 4Short

Boomextend: 1Long,3Short

Boomextract: 1Long,4Short



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HOISTINGMOTION

TO STOP

Hand held head high,palm towards driver.

RAISE First finger point up,rest of hand closed.The whole hand tobe moved to indicateupward movement.

LOWER First finger pointingdown, rest of handclosed. The whole handto be moved to indicatedownward movement.

LOWER Hand fully extended,palm down. Move indownward direction.

BOOMMOVEMENT

BOOMDOWN

Thumb pointing downwards,rest of hand closed – wholehand to move downwards.

BOOMEXTENDED Fist in front of chest, thumbpointing at chest and moving fisttowards the chest.

BOOMUP Thumb pointing upwards, restof hand closed – whole hand tomove upwards.

BOOMRETRACT

Fist in front of chest, thumb pointing away fromchest and moving first from chest.

SLEWMOTION

First finger pointing in direction wanted, rest ofhand closed. Move hand in direction required.

Handsignalsforcranehoistmotionandboommovement.Handsignalscanbemadewitheitherthe

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PART2–LIFTINGGEAR

8. Flexiblesteelwirerope

FSWR is constructed of wires and strands laid around a central core. In the illustration below there are

19 wires to the strand and 6 strands around the core making up the rope.

It is important not to confuse wires and strands. If a strand is broken, the rope is unuseable. A single

broken wire in a sling is not as important.

The core can be:

• FibreCore(FC)

• IndependentWireRopeCore(IWRC)

WIRESTRAND

CORE

ROPE

6 x 19 Construction FSWR

The tensile strength of FSWR ranges from 1220 megapascals (MPa) to 2250 MPa. The most commonly

used tensile strengths are 1770 MPa and 1570 MPa.

A 6/19 (six strands of 19 wires each) is the minimum FSWR construction that can be used for slings.

Size

The size of a rope is determined by its diameter.

The smallest diameter FSWR that can be used for lifting is 5 mm.

CORRECTMETHOD INCORRECTMETHOD



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LAY

Lay is the direction the wires are formed into strands and the strands are formed into the finished rope.

The strands can be laid either left or right around the core. In left hand lay the strands are laid

anti-clockwise and in right hand lay they are laid clockwise.

Ordinary Lay is where the wires are laid in the opposite direction to the strands.

Lang’s Lay is where the wires are laid in the same direction as the strands. There is therefore:

Righthandordinarylay – RHOL Lefthandordinarylay – LHOL

RighthandLang’slay – RHLL

LefthandLang’slay – LHLL

Lay does not affect the working load limit of the rope but it does determine characteristics such as the

spin of the rope.

Lang’s lay is used where both ends are fixed to prevent rotation such as for luffing. It must not be used for

lifting. (Inspection for birdcaging at the anchorage point must be done regularly).

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Inspectionanddiscard

It is important to check all rope for wear and damage before use. Rope can deteriorate due to several

factors.

These factors include abrasion, fatigue, corrosion, stretching (from overloading and shock loading) and

mechanical damage.

When inspecting:

• observetheconstructionandlayoftherope

• checkforsignsofstretching

• checkthewholeropeforbrokenwires.Wherebrokenwiresarepresentcountthenumberofbroken

wiresinalengthofropeeighttimestheropediameter.Thetotalnumberofbrokenwiresmustnot

exceed10percentofthetotalwires.

For example:

In a 6 x 24rope (6strands of 24wires) the total number of wires is 144.The diameter of the rope is12mm.

Lengthofropetoinspect

=12(mm)x8

=96mm

Numberofwires =6x24

=144

10percentof144 =14.4wires

Therefore: 14 broken wires in a 96mm length would indicate that the rope is unfit for use.

There are also many new types of rope construction for special purposes. Manufacturers will advise about

the best type of rope for a particular application.

DiscardFSWRslingsifthereis:

• asinglebrokenwirebelowametalsocket,endfittingoramachinesplice

• abrasionandcorecollapse

• corrosion.Redoxidepowderandlooseandspringywirescanindicateseriouscorrosion.Checkthe

valleys between the wires for corrosion beneath the surface• kinks,knotsorfracturesfrombendingorreeving

• crushedorjammedstrands

• birdcaging.Faultywhippingofbareendsallowsthestrandstoloosenfromtheirpropertightlay.It

can be caused by rotation of the end of a rope or a sudden release from high loading

• highstranding.Whereastrandhasslippedaroundthelayandprojectsabovethesurfacedueto

faulty whipping and cutting of the rope ends.

Check splices for damage, tucks, corrosion and drawing out.

Never allow a splice to pass around a sharp object, remain in the ‘nip’ of a reeved sling or be pulledroughly from under or through an object.



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Check the talurit or swaged splices for fatigue, corrosion, wear and broken wires where the rope enters a

splice.

When using FSWR:

• avoidreversebends

• usesuitablepackingtoprotecttheropefromsharpedges

• donotexposewireropetotemperaturesexceeding95°C

• donotliftwithwireropelessthan5mmdiameter

• donotusearopethatshouldbediscarded

• donotuseLang’sLayunlesstheendsarefixedtopreventtheropeunlaying

• donotallowkinksorknotstodevelop.

The rope

mustbe

replaced

Watch for

broken

wiresin

this area

Storage

Store wire rope clear of the ground in a clean, dry place.

Make sure that FSWR is not in contact with corrosive substances when it is stored.



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DiscardcriteriaforFSWR

1. Mechanicaldamageduetorope

movementoversharpedgeprojection

whilstunderload.

2. Localisedwearduetoabrasionon

supportingstructure.Vibrationofrope

betweendrumandjibheadsheave.

3. Narrowpathofwearresultinginfatigue

fractures,causedbyworkinginagrossly

oversizedgroove,oroversmallsupport

rollers.

4. SeverewearinLang’sLay,causedby

abrasionatcross-overpointsonmulti-

layer coiling application.

5. Corrosionofseveredegreecausedby

immersion of rope in chemically

treatedwater.

6. Typicalwirefracturesasaresultofbendfatigue.

7. Wirefracturesatthestrand,orcoreinterface,

asdistinctfrom‘crown’fractures,causedby

failure of core support.

8. Typicalexampleoflocalisedwearand

deformationcreatedatapreviouslykinked

portion of rope.

9. Multi-strandrope‘birdcaged’dueto

tortionalunbalance.Typicalofbuild-up

seenatanchorageendofmulti-fallcrane

application.

10. Protrusion of IWRC resulting from

shockloading.



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9. Chain

Chain is considerably heavier than FSWR of the same lifting capacity but is more durable. It can better

withstand rough handling and can be stored without deterioration.

Chainusedforlifting

Always check that the grade on the tag matches the grade markings on the chain. Do not use if there is

no tag on the chain.

Eachchainslingmusthaveatagstatingmanufacturer,grade,SWLofdifferent

applicationsandconditionsofuse

Grade(T)

Most chain being manufactured today for lifting is Grade (T) or 80 alloy steel. It is stamped (T) , 800, 80

or 8, HA PWB, or CM and various combinations of the above. It has become the most commonly used

chain for lifting in industry.

Lookforthegrademarking

Grade(P)

Usually stamped (P), 40, 4, or 04.

Grade(L)

Grade (L) or 30 mild grade steel. Can be stamped (L), 30 or 3.



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Other chain you may encounter

Grade 75 or 60 alloy steel grade is marked 75, or, 60 or 06, and are manufactured as transport lashing

and do not comply with standards for lifting. Do not use these chains for lifting.

Wrought iron chain and proof coil are not graded and must not be used for lifting.

Safeuseandmaintenance

Do not use an approved alloy chain that is less than 5.5mm diameter for lifting.

Achainslingisonlyasstrongasitsweakestlink.

When making up a chain sling, always use chain, hooks, links and hammerlocks or couplers of the same

grade and SWL and that are in a good state of repair.

Do not lift a load heavier than the SWL of the chain.

Do not use a chain in which the links are stretched, frozen or do not move freely.

Do not use chain that is gouged or worn more than 10 per cent of the diameter.

Do not twist, kink or knot chain.

Do not drop a chain from a height.

Do not roll loads over a chain.

Do not use a chain with a link that is cracked, or that has been spot welded other than by themanufacturer.

Use protective padding when using chain around sharp corners.

Do not attempt to use chain when the temperature exceeds 260°C unless heat reduction charts are used.

Inspectionanddiscard

lnspect your chain slings regularly.

If necessary clean the chain before inspection.

lnspect each link for signs of wear, twisting, stretching, nicks or gouging.

Links that are frozen together show that the chain has been stretched.



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Find cracks by dusting chain with fine powder. Dust any link that is suspect and then blow the loose

particles away. Dust particles will lodge in any cracks making them more visible. Magnetic particles can

also be used.

Measure all worn links for the degree of wear. Wear must not exceed that allowed for by the manufacturer.

The maximum allowable chain wear is 10 per cent.

The maximum allowable elongation of a chain is 10 per cent.

The maximum increase in hook opening is 5 per cent of the original throat opening.

The maximum allowable wear in the bite of a hook is 10 per cent.

lnspect upper and lower terminal links and hooks for signs of wear at their load bearing points and for any

signs of distortion.

lnspect links and fittings for signs of wear at their load bearing points and for excessive play in the load

pin between the body halves.

Withdraw any chain from service immediately if it has defects. Clearly mark the chain with a tag stating

that it must not be used until it has been inspected by the manufacturer.

Destroy any chain that cannot be repaired.

If the chain is not tagged or properly stamped it must be removed from service.

Enter all inspection details on an inspection record card.

Measurethelinkstocheckforwear



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10.Flatwebbingandroundsyntheticslings

Flat webbing and round synthetic slings are in common use for lifting in Australian industry.

They are made from nylon, polyester, polypropylene or aramidpolyamide.

Each sling must be labelled with the SWL.

Roundsyntheticslings

Typesofsyntheticslingsandfittings

Endless

Reversedeye

Flat eye

Foldedeye

Endforchokehitching ‘D’ringendfittings

Inspection

Synthetic slings must be inspected before each use.

They must also be inspected by a competent person at least once every 3 months. If a sling is subject to

severe conditions the inspections should be more frequent.

Send slings for a proof load test at least every 12 months.

Look for:

• anyexternalwearsuchasabrasionorcutsandcontusions

• internalwearwhichisoftenindicatedbyathickeningoftheslingorthepresenceofgritanddirt

• damagetoprotectivecoatingofthesling

• damagecausedbyhightemperatures,sunlightorchemicals(indicatedbydiscolouration)

• damagetothelabelorstitching

• damagetotheeyesoranyterminalattachmentsorendfittings.

• Wheretheslingiscoveredbyasleeve,thesleevemustcovertheslingforthefulllengthfrom

eye to eye.



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Discard a synthetic sling if:

• itisconsideredthatithaslostmorethan10percentofitsoriginalbreakingstrength(sendthe

slingtothemanufacturerforregulartesting)

• thelabelhasbeenremovedordestroyed

• thereisanydamagetothesleeveorprotectivecoating

• anylonslingcomesintocontactwithacid

• apolyesterslingcomesintocontactwithalkalinesubstances

• apolypropyleneslingcomesintocontactwithanorganicsolventsuchas,paint,coaltaror

paint stripper

• thereareanyvisiblecutsonthesling.

NB.Anylonslingwilllosemorethan10percentofitsstrengthwhenitiswet.

After 6 months exposure to sunlight send a sling in for testing.

Synthetic slings must be stored:

• inaclean,dry,wellventilatedplace

• awayfromthegroundorfloor

• awayfromdirectsunlight,ultra-violetlightandfluorescentlights

• awayfromextremesofheat

• awayfromsourcesofignition

• awayfromatmosphericorliquidchemicals

• awayfromthepossibilityofmechanicaldamage.



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Examplesofextremedamagetoflatsynthetic-webbingslings.

(a) Damaged sleeve (b) Some damage to load-bearing fibres

(c) Badly damaged sleeve

(d) Load-bearing fibres havebeen cut

(e) Cut load-bearing fibres (f) Broken load-bearing yarn

(g) The use of hooks that aretoo narrow has damagedthe eye of the sling

(h) Burn damage to sleeveand load-bearing yarn

(i) Surface wear evident byfurry surface



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11.Fibrerope

Fibre rope is not widely used for lifting. It does not have the strength or versatility of FSWR, chain or

synthetic slings. Do not use a fibre rope that is less than 12mm in diameter for lifting.

It is most commonly used as a tagline for guiding or steadying a load because it is flexible and

non-conductive. Fibre rope taglines must be at least 16mm in diameter.

Maintenance

Keep fibre rope neatly coiled in a clean dry well ventilated place when stored and protected from:

• fallingobjects

• fireandexcessiveheat(max65°C)

• acidsandotherchemicals

• sparksandmoltenmetal

• waterandrust

• sand,ashesanddirt

• ratsandmice.

Inspection

When inspecting fibre rope look for:

• signsofbrittleness,charringorbrowndiscolourationduetoexcessiveheat

• adirtygreycolour,lossofweightandbrittlenessduetosunrot

• signsofmildewbyopeningthestrandsandlookingandsmellingformould

• discolourationandpowderyfibresduetotheeffectsofacidandothercorrosiveagents

• adecreaseindiameterandanincreaseinthelengthofthelayduetooverloading

• onestrandstandingouthigherthantheothers–calledhighstranding,itcanbecausedbyfaulty

splicingorwhipping.

All of the above defects make the rope unfit for lifting purposes.



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12. Accessories

From the hook to the load the lifting gear can be made up

of many parts.

The SWL of lifting gear is only as great as the part with

the lowest SWL.

For example if the SWL of:

• thehookis 2tonnes

• theshackleis 2tonnes

• theringis 1tonne

• theropeis 2tonnes

thentheSWLfortheliftis1tonne.

Always use accessories with at least the SWL of the sling

to avoid errors.

Hooks

Hooks should be fitted with a safety catch, particularly

where there is a chance of the slings being displaced.

There are a wide variety of hooks in use for chain slings. Hooks are mostly 80 grade alloy steel and are

stamped with the SWL.

Make sure, that when selecting a hook for a chain sling that the hook has at least the same SWLas the chain.

Make sure that the opening is wide enough to accept the largest rope, ring, link or shackle that has to be

placed over the hook.

Make sure that the inside of the hook, or ‘bight’ is rounded so that it does not cut into or damage slings

and fittings.

Crane hooks must freely rotate at all times. If the load exceeds 2 tonnes there must be a ball or roller

thrust bearing between the trunnion and nut.

If a chain hook opening is stretched more than 5 per cent it must be withdrawn from service.

Discard bent or distorted hooks. Do not attempt to weld or repair them. Hooks must not have any fittings

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Rings

A ring must have at least the same SWL as the chain, hook and other parts of a sling.

Discard any ring which has been stretched by more than 5 per cent.

Do not place a ring (or shackle or eye bolt) over a crane hook unless it hangs freely.

Shackles

There are three main types of shackle – ‘D’, ‘Bow’ and ‘plate’ shackles.

Plate shackles are mainly used for joining lengths of luffing rope (pendants) when extra lengths of boom

are added to any wire rope luffing boom crane.

All shackles used for lifting must be stamped with the SWL. Do not use a shackle that does not have the

SWL marked.

Make sure that the SWL of the shackle is at least as great as the chain, links and rings in the sling you

are using.

Do not use a bolt and nut in place of the proper shackle pin. A bolt that does not fit tightly is likely to

bend and break.

Discard any shackle that is worn in the crown or pin by more than 10 per cent.

Do not use a shackle that is bent, deformed or damaged. Deformed shackles probably have microscopic

cracks which can lead to complete failure during lifting.

To prevent jamming tighten shackle pins finger tight and then release a quarter turn.

Use washers or ferrules to centre thimbles and hooks on the shackle pin to prevent unnecessary

side strain.

Where several sling eyes are to be connected to a lifting hook use a large bow shackle so that all the sling

eyes can be safely accommodated. The pin must rest on the hook and the sling eyes in the bow section.

Do not use a screw shackle where the pin can roll under the load and unscrew. Mouse the pin of the

screw shackle or use a shackle fitted with a nut and bolt.



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Eyebolts

There are collared and uncollared eyebolts. Do not use uncollared eyebolts for any lifts other than vertical

lifts because they can break off when side strain is applied.

It is recommended that only collared eyebolts are used for lifting.

A typical use for an eyebolt is for lifting pre-cast concrete panels which have ferrules cast into them. Makesure that eyebolts are securely screwed into the ferrule or nut before use.

Makesuretheeyeboltsarescreweddowntightlysothatthecollarisin

contactwiththeload

Useofcollaredeyebolts

Herethestrainontheeyeboltisdoubled

Do not lift if the ferrule is loose.

Do not hammer an eyebolt to tighten. Use a podger bar.

Make sure that the crown of a collared eyebolt is in line with the strain when using multi-legged slings.

80 grade high tensile eyebolts are 8 sided to indicate the grade.

Do not put a sling through two or more eyebolts. Use two slings attached to the eyebolts with shackles.

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Swivels

Swivels both prevent chain or rope from twisting and allow it to untwist.

Swivels can have two eyes (eye and eye swivel) or have an eye attached to a shackle (clevis

and eye swivel).

Turnbucklesandbottlescrews

A turnbuckle or bottlescrew is a device for tensioning or fine length adjustment of FSWR. They can be

called rigging, union, or stretching screws.

They have a limited application by dogmen and should be used with great care for there are manyinherent dangers associated with their use.

The most common use of turnbuckles by dogmen is levelling loads. Some loads, such as when placing a

rotor into a stator in a power station, must be placed into position perfectly level.



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This is done by having one sling on one side of an equalising beam and a shorter sling attached to a

bottle screw on the other side both attached to the load. The load can be made completely level by

adjusting the screw thread on the bottle.

Usingturnbucklesandbottlescrews

• Donotuseturnbuckleswithahooktosupportloads.(Donotweldreinforcingorsteelacrossthe

hook to stop it from opening).

• Turnbuckleswithaclevismustnotbegivenasideload.

• Bottlescrewsmusthaveinspectionholeswhichgiveaviewoftheamountofthreadleftinthebottle.

Do not use if inspection holes are absent or the thread is not fully engaged.

• TheSWLmustbebrandedonturnbucklesandbottlescrews.Donotuseifitisabsent.

• InspectthreadstoensurethattheyareingoodconditionandwilltaketheSWLbrandedontheside.

• Lockbottlescrewstopreventthemfromunscrewingwherethereislikelytobevibration.Lockthem

in the method shown in the illustration below. Do not try to lock them using lock nuts which do not

prevent unscrewing and put extra strain on the thread.

• Useeyeorclevistypesonlyforsupportingloads.

Overhaulingweights

The overhauling weight assembly provides extra weight

to the crane hoist wire and hook when there is no load

attached. It is often called the ‘baby’ or ponder ball.

To minimise the spinning of the overhauling weight and

assembly it is preferable to have a ball or roller bearing

swivel between the rope and overhauling weight.

Make sure that where a hoist limit is fitted, the crane is

set so that the swaged fitting at the top of the overhauling

weight assembly does not come into contact with the boom

head sheave.

Check for signs of corrosion and fatigue where the

overhauling weight is attached to the rope, ie around

the edges of a wedge or socket or other attachment. The

overhauling weight assembly should never be set up to reston a swaged rope fitting.

Overhaulingweightassembly.



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Ratchetreleaseshackles

These devices allow dogmen to erect steel columns without having to climb the columns to release the

lifting shackle used by the crane to lift the column into place.

They use a ratchet system that can be operated from below to release the shackle.

METHODOFOPERATION

1. With the pin retracted, slide

the shackle over the material

to be lifted until the pin is

approximately over the lifting

hole. Press the ratchet spring

down with the thumb of one

hand and turn the hexagon

knob of the shackle with the

other hand

3. After lifting the material,

the shackle is released by

pulling the release ropes

first one way and then the

other five or six times. The

ratchet action withdraws

the pin. The stroke of the

pull is limited by the ‘D’

shackles at the end of the

toothed belt (450 mm

maximum length).

2. Two soft ropes should be attached to the

‘D’ shackles at each end of the toothed belt.

The material may then be lifted. It is prudent

to tie the ends of the shackle release ropes to

the bottom on the member 2a to prevent the

ropes becoming snagged or being caught on

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13. Storage

Store all slings in a clean dry storage cabinet or area and hang them or coil them neatly.

Details of use and maintenance for all gear must be logged on a record card by a certificated dogman.

(See storage requirements for individual slings).

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PART 3 Areas

14.Areasandvolumes

Areas

Areaofasquare=lengthxwidth

For example:

2m x 2m = 4 square metres

Areaofarectangle=lengthxwidth

For example:

2m x 5m = 10 square metres

Areaofacircle=diameter2x.79

For example:

3m x 3m x .79 = 7.1 square metres

Square

Rectangle

Area11/14m2



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Areaofatriangle=basexheight÷2

For example:

3m x 3m ÷ 2 = 4.5 square metres

Volumes

Volumeofacube=lengthxheightxwidth

For example:

3m x 3m x 3m = 27 cubic metres

Volumeofarectangularsolid=lengthxheightxwidth

For example:

2m x 4m x 6m = 48 cubic metres

Volume 48 cub.m

Triangle



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Volumeofaconeorpyramid=areaofbasexheight÷3

For example (pyramid):

2m x 2m x 1.5m ÷ 3 = 2 cubic metres

For example (cone):

3m x 3m x .79 x 4m ÷ 3 = 9.5 cubic metres

Volumeofasphere=diameter3x0.53

For example (sphere):

3m x 3m x 3m x 0.53 = 14.3 cubic metres

Pyramid

Cone

Sphere



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Calculatingtheweightofaload

To calculate the weight of a load, if it is unknown, you must multiply the volume of the load by the unit

weight of the material.

For example:

A rectangular stack of hardwood 3 metres long – 1 metre high – 0.5 metre across.

Volumeofrectangularsolid=lengthxwidthxheight

3m x 1m x .5m = 1.5 cubic metres

Unitweightofhardwoodis1120kgspercubicmetre

1.5 x 1120 = 1680

Therefore the total weight of the load is 1680 kgs.



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15.Tableofmasses

Acid (crated maximum) .......................... 200 kg

Aluminium, cu m ...................................... 2.7 t

Aluminium ingot ................................... 5-15 kg

Ashes, coal, cu m .................................. 800 kg

Asphalt, 200 litre, drum ......................... 200 kg

Bath, porcelain ...................................... 100 kg

Barbed wire, coil ..................................... 50 kg

Blue metal, cu m ...................................... 2.0 t

Beer, 160 litre ....................................... 250 kg

Bitumen, 200 litre, drum ........................ 200 kg

Blood and Bones, 20 bags ............................ 1 t

Bolts, various, bag ................................... 50 kg

Brass, cu m ............................................. 8.5 t

Bricks,

per pallet

per 1000 ............................................... 4 t

Bronze, cu m ........................................... 8.5 t

Cast iron, cu m ......................................... 7.2 t

Cast steel, cu m ....................................... 7.9 t

Clay, cu m ............................................... 1.9 t

Cement, 1 bag, 0.2 cu m .......................... 40 kg

Cement, 24 bags ......................................... 1 t

Coal, 1 cu m ......................................... 860 kg

Concrete, cu m ......................................... 2.4 t

Corn sacks, bale .................................... 300 kg

Copper, cu m ............................................ 9.0 t

Copper, 3 mm thick, sq m ........................ 27 kg

Cotton bale ........................................... 250 kg

Doors, 50 ................................................... 1 t

Dog spikes, 100 ...................................... 50 kg

Drums, empty 200 litre (44 gal.) .............. 13 kg

Earth, 1 cu m .......................................... 1.9 t

Fat, tallow, etc. (44 gal barrels) 200 litre . 200 kgFencing wire, coil ..................................... 50 kg

Fibrous plaster, sq m ............................... 1.6 kg

Fibre board. sq m ................................... 0.6 kg

Standard, per m run. ....................... 10.5 kg

Fibre cement plain sheet..2m x 1m 4.5mm 7kg/m2

.................................................... 6mm 11kg/m2

Fish bolts, 24 mm dia ................................ 1 kg

Fish plates, 4-hole ................................... 13 kg

Fish plates, 6-hole ................................... 18 kg

Galvanised flat iron 0.5 mm sheet

1.8 m x 90 mm ................................... 7 kg

Granite, cu m ........................................... 2.6 t

Grease (44 gal) 200 litre ........................ 200 kg

Gypsum, cu m .......................................... 2.3 t

Gypsum, 1 bag ........................................ 50 kg

Hardwood (see Timber)

Hermatic ore, cu m ................................... 5.4 t

Hemp, bale ........................................... 300 kg

Ice, cu m .............................................. 930 kg

Iron, cast cu m ....................................... 7.25 t

Iron, pig, pig ........................................... 50 kg

Iron, ore, cu m ........................................... 5.4t

Jute, bale .............................................. 150 kg

Kerosene (44 gal) 200 litre ..................... 200 kg

Lead, cu m ............................................ 11.4 t

Lead, 3 mm thick, sq m ........................... 34 kg

Lead, pig or ingot .................................... 36 kg

Lime (stone), 12 bags .................................. 1 t

Lime (stone), cu m ................................... 2.6 t

Lime, hydrated, 1 bag .............................. 22 kg

Lime, hydrated, 44 bags .............................. 1 t

Nails, box ............................................... 25 kg

Netting, wire 1 m roll, 50 m ..................... 25 kg

Oils, all types (44 gal drum) 200 litre ...... 200 kg

Paint, 5 litre ......................................... 10.5 kg

Palings, H.W. 1.5 m sawn, 400 .................... 1 t

Palings, H.W. 2 m sawn, 360 ....................... 1 t

Petrol 200 litre ...................................... 200 kg

Pig iron ................................................... 50 kg

Pipes –

Glazed stoneware –50 mm 55 m ......................................... 1 t

100 mm 32 m ....................................... 1 t

225 mm 20 m ....................................... 1 t

300 mm 15 m ....................................... 1 t

Cast iron, 3.6 m long, lined –

80 mm nominal inside dia ............... 18 kg/m

100 mm pipe ................................. 28 kg/m

150 mm pipe ................................. 54 kg/m

200 mm pipe ................................. 84 kg/m

225 mm pipe ............................... 100 kg/m250 mm pipe ............................... 115 kg/m

300 mm pipe ............................... 148 kg/m



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Steel, galvanised –

8 N.B. 0.D. 13.5 mm ..................... 0.7 kg/m

10 N.B. O.D. 17 mm ..................... 0.9 kg/m

15 N.B. O.D. 21 mm ................... 1.28 kg/m

20 N.B. O.D. 27 mm ................... 1.69 kg/m

25 N.B. O.D. 34 mm ..................... 2.5 kg/m

32 N.B. O.D. 42 mm ..................... 3.2 kg/m

40 N.B. O.D. 48 mm ..................... 3.8 kg/m

50 N.B. O.D. 60 mm ..................... 5.3 kg/m

Copper, 13 g internal diameter – approx.

12.7 mm O.D. ............................. 0.35 kg/m

16 mm O.D. .................................. 0.5 kg/m

25 mm O.D. .................................. 0.8 kg/m

38 mm O.D. ................................ 1.25 kg/m

50 mm O.D. .................................. 1.7 kg/m

Pitch and tar, (44 gal) 200 litre .............. 200 kg

Plywood 6 mm, 2 m x 1 m ........................ 7 kg

Plaster, 1 bag ............................... 38 and 72 kg

Plasterboard ..................................... 770 kg/m3

Rails, steel (masses are branded on side) –

HEIGHT mm BASE width mm

157 229 .................................... 192 kg/m

102 165 ...................................... 86 kg/m

157 146 ...................................... 73 kg/m

173 140 ...................................... 59 kg/m

137 127 ...................................... 41 kg/m94 94 ........................................ 22 kg/m

65 60 ........................................ 10 kg/m

Sand, beach, dry, 1 cu m .......................... 2.0 t

Sand, beach, wet, 1 cu m ......................... 2.3 t

Sand, river, dry, 1 cu m ............................. 1.3 t

Sand, river, wet, 1 cu m ............................ 1.5 t

Shale, cu m ............................................. 2.6 t

Sisal, bale .............................................. 200 kg

Sleepers, 225 mm x 114 mm x 2.4 m ....... 80 kg

Sleeper plates, 200 ....................................... 1 t

Tallow, (44 gal) 200 litre ..........................200 kgTar, (44 gal) 200 litre .............................. 200 kg

Terracotta, cu m ........................................ 1.8 t

Tiles, Marseilles, terra cotta, 100 ............. 350 kg

Tiles, Marseilles, concrete, 100 ................ 375 kg

Tin, cu m .................................................. 7.3 t

Tin, ingot ................................................. 32 kg

Timber, ironbark, cu m ............................... 1.4 t

Timber other hardwoods, cu m .................... 1.1 t

Timber, softwoods, cu m ......................... 640 kg

Tubular scaffolding (1.5in bore) –48 mm O.D. 4.8 mm thick .............. 5.2 kg/m

Water, fresh, 1 litre .................................. 1.0 kg

Water, fresh, 1 cu m .................................. 1.0 t

Weatherboards, rusticated –

Hardwood, 180 mm x 25 mm x 200 m .... 1 t

Woolpacks, pack average ................. 150-160 kg

Zinc, cu m ................................................ 7.0 t

Zinc, ingot ............................................... 26 kg



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16.FirstAid

Dogmen work in a high risk industry. Not only are there many minor injuries but there are also serious

injuries where the injured person will need first aid to restore breathing, heart beat or to stem blood flow.

Know the location of the first aid room and the nearest first aid kit. There must be a first aid kit on every

floor of a multi-storey building site or within 100 metres of any part of the workplace.

The standard first aid symbol in Australia is a white cross on a green background.

First aid kits on construction sites must have a carrying handle. There must be a notice near to the

first aid room with the name(s) of those in the workplace who hold an approved occupational

first aid certificate.

It is recommended that all those who work in the construction industry take the time to do an approved

first aid certificate.



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17.Termsusedinthisguide

Boom A member attached to the crane structure from which the load is

suspended and which can be raised or lowered.

Diameter The length of a straight line drawn from one side to the other through the

centre of a circle.

Dogman A person qualified to sling and direct loads.

Dunnage Packing under loads.

Eyebolt Lifting ring attached to a load.

Grade Indicates the strength of chain or FSWR.

Hammerlockandcouplers Attachable chain links.

Jib An extension fitted to the head of the boom of a crane which extends the

lifting radius. Sometimes called a ‘fly’ or ‘fly jib’.

Loadfactor The fraction of the safe working load created by a particular slinging

method.

Luffing Raising or lowering the boom of any luffing crane.

Outriggers Stabilising extension for a mobile crane.

Overhaulingweight Counterweight to overhaul the weight of the hoist wire of a crane where

no load is applied.

Reeve(nip) A method of slinging where the sling passes back through itself reducing

the safe working load.

Ring End link of a chain assembly.

Safeworkingload The maximum load that can be safely lifted by a particular sling,

attachment or machine.

Shackles Attachment for joining a sling to a load or a hook.

Sheave A pulley through which flexible steel wire rope moves.

Slewing The left and right movement of a crane boom pivoting on its base.

Sling Lifting gear made from steel wire rope, chain or synthetics.

Snigging Dragging a sling or a load.

Snotter Fibre rope sling.

Spreader A beam with a central lifting attachment that reduces the strain on the

lifting gear.

Swivel A rotating sling attachment that rotates without spinning the wire, hook

or load.

Turnbuckle Attachment to increase and hold tension in wire rope.



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APPENDIX I – Sample exam questions

Below are some of the questions you could be asked in an examination for a Dogman’s certificate. You will

find the answers in the text of this guide.

1. How do you find out the safe working load (SWL) of a crane?

2. Why is it important not to snig or drag a load with a crane?

3. Why do outriggers have to be packed?

4. How do you pack the packing under the outriggers?

5. How high must you keep the load when mobiling under load?

6. Do you put the boom section joining pins in from the outside or out from the inside when

assembling a crane boom?

7. What is the formula for working out the SWL of fibre rope?

8. Show by means of a sketch a circle of 12mm in diameter.

9. What are the defects that condemn fibre rope?

10. What is the maximum temperature that fibre rope can be subject to?

11. What is the formula for working out the SWL of flexible steel wire rope (FSWR)?

12. Use the formula to work out the SWL of a FSWR, 30 mm diameter.

13. What are the defects that condemn FSWR?

14. What is the smallest diameter FSWR for supporting loads?

15. What is the maximum temperature that FSWR can be subject to without causing damage?

16. What is the formula for working out the SWL of chain?

17. Use the formula to work out the SWL of a grade 80 chain 20 mm in diameter.

18. What is the maximum allowable wear available in the link of a chain?

19. What is the maximum allowable stretch in the link of chain?

20. List the defects that condemn chain.

21. What is the maximum allowable temperature that chain can be subject to?

22. What are the brand markings found on grade 80 chain?

23. What would you do if you cannot find any grade designation brand on chain?

24. How do you find out the capacity of synthetic webbing slings?

25. What are the main defects that affect the capacity of synthetic web slings?

26. What happens to the SWL when you reeve or nip a sling around a square load?

27. What happens to the SWL when you reeve or nip a sling around a round load?



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28. What is the SWL of two one tonne slings with an angle between of:

60°

90°

120°?

29. What is the capacity of the slings needed to lift with 2 slings reeved around a 15 tonne round load

where the angle between the slings is 60°?

30. What diameter FSWR sling is needed to lift a 7 tonne load shackled into a lug?

31. What is the difference between the lifting capacity of a three legged and a four legged sling?

32. What type of shackle would you use for multiple slings?

33. Must the eyes of a sling rest on the pin or on the ‘D’ of the shackle?

34. What type of eyebolts must be used for attaching multiple slings?

35. Where are uncollared eye bolts used?

36. What are the distances that cranes must be kept away from electrical power lines?

37. You are 3 metres away from electrical power lines. The beam you are to lift is over 6 metres long

and the beam could turn and hit the power lines as it is raised. What should you do?

38. If the boom of a mobile crane is under power lines and there is a heavy load on the hook, what is

the danger as you lower the load to the ground?

39. What is the formula for determining the amount of area needed for packing under the outriggers of

mobile crane?

40. What is the whistle signal for:

boom up

boom down

boom extend

boom retract

hoist

lower

stop

swing left

swing right?

41. What must you do if you are signalling to a driver by radio and someone keeps cutting across your

channel?

42. Soft wood weighs 640kg per cubic metre. You have a pack of timber one metre square and 6

metres long. What does it weigh?

43. You have a 1 000 litre fuel tank that is full. Fuel weighs one kilogram per litre and the tank weighs

5 tonnes. What is the total weight?



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