ML20236H554
| ML20236H554 | |
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| Site: | North Anna  |
| Issue date: | 06/04/1998 |
| From: | VIRGINIA POWER (VIRGINIA ELECTRIC & POWER CO.) |
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| VPAP-0810, VPAP-810, NUDOCS 9807070257 | |
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Procedure Number Revision Number Effective Date j VPAP-0810 5 n-9f--U j
.j Revisjon Summary Revised to reflect changes resulting from re-engineering, to satisfy Nuclear Mutual Limited Injurance requirements, and to update forms and instructions !
Made the following changes to reflect re-engineering:
Changed (Supervisor Facilities and Suppon) to (Materials Process Team Leader) (See 5.3.6 and 6.1.1.d.2)
Chahged 6.1.1.d.2) (Supervisor Nuclear Training EMI) to (Supervisor Nuclear Technical Trai
. Changed (Maintenance Engineering) to (Component Engineering) (See 6.2.5 'and 6.5.1)
Dele,'ted (Superintendent - Station Materials) responsibilities (See 5.5)
Revis' ed to'satisty Nuclear Mutual Limited Insurance requirements as follows:
- Added Addeddefinition reference 3.1.19, Nuclear Mutual Limited Member's Information Manual Standards 4.4, Critical Lift
. Addsd 6.4.2.e to address inspections for cranes used for a critical lift
- Revised Form No. 723406(Mar 96) to 723406(Mar 98) - Crane / Hoist Pre Critical Lift Ins (Atta'chment 4)- retitled form (formerly Pre Lift Checklist. Attachment 5)
Revis'ed to update instructions:
I Added to 2.3 Scope (the Remote Operated Fuel Building Cask Crane) to cranes for which this procedure is not applicable. The Remote Operated Fuel Building Cask Crane i.s covered in the Operator Development Program ,
. Upda'ted references (See 3.1):
- Deleted ENNS-1901, Comrol of Heavy Loads. Nuclear Standard was deleted
- Updated reference numbers and titles throughout procedure due to procedure number or title changes (Revision Summary continued on Page 2) i i Approvals on File i
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Revision Summary (continued)
Revised to update instructions (continued):
. Revised 4.2 and 4.3 definitions to clarify use and source of Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment
- 2) and Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist (Attachment 5)
Revised 6.2.2 for commonality (deleted North Anna only)
. Deleted 5.6.2 (Verifying that the crane / hoist permit foi >he applicable crane or hoist is valid and maintaining the applicable permit during lifting operations, when applicable)
. Combined 6.2, Crane /Holst Usage Log and 6.4, Crane / Hoist Operator's Daily Checklist into new 6.2, Crane / Hoist Usage Log and Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist
. Revised 6.4.2.b to address different Technical Specification requirements for North Anna and j
Surry: (Lifts less than 2,000 pounds at North Anna or less than 1.600 pounds at Surry do not normally require documentation unless the load will traverse over crincal equipment in restricted load areas) ..
. Revised 6.6 to address different Technical Specification requirements for North Anna and Surry:
(Requirements delineated in VPAP-0809, NUREG-0612 Heavy Load Program, shall be adhered to for any load greater than 2.000 pounds at North Anna or greater than 1,600 pounds at Surry which is lifted over spent fuel fuel in the reactor core, or equipment required for safe shutdown or continued decay heat removal)
Revised and refonnatted the following forms:
. Revised Form No 721957(Mar 96) to 721957(Mar 98)- Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) reformatted to vertical form
. Revised Form No. 721937(Mar 96) to 721937(Mar 98)- Crane /Holst Operator's Checklist (Attachment 5) reformatted for clarity Made the following editorial changes:
. Updated format for Attachments referenced throughout procedure (i.e., Attachment Title (Attachment Number))
. Deleted 2.6 (one time only statement concerning attachments)
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VIRGINIA VPAP-0810 POWER REVISION 5 PAGE 3 OF 33 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page 1.0 PURPOSE 5 2.0 SCOPE 5 3.0 REFERENCE / COMMITMENT DOCUMENTS 5 4.0 DEFINrrIONS 6 5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES 7 6.0 INSTRUCTIONS 11 6.1 Crane Operator Qualifications [ Commitment 3.2.1] 11 6.2 Crane / Hoist Usage Log and Crane /Iloist Operator's Checklist 15 l 6.3 Crane / Hoist Operating Permits 16 6.4 Crane / Hoist Operation 19 6.5 Safety Precautions 21 6.6 Control of Heavy Loads 22 6.7 Maintenance of Cranes and Hoists 22 7.0 RECORDS 22 ATTACHMENTS
. I Contractor Crane Operator Qualification Sheet-721952(Mar %) 25 2 Crane / Hoist Usage Log-721957(Mar 98) 27 l 3 Crane / Hoist Operation Permit-721938(Mar 96) 29 4 Crane / Hoist Pre Critical Lift Inspection-723406(Mar 98) 31 5 Crane /Iloist Operator's Checklist-721937(Mar 98) 33 I
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POWER REVISION 5 PAGE 5 OF 33 1.0 PURPOSE This procedure establishes the Crane and Hoist Program to ensure safe and reliable operation of Station cranes and hoisting equipment in accordance with applicable standards and regulations. [ Commitment 3.2.2]
2.0 SCOPE 2.1 This procedure applies to Station personnel, including contractors, who issue, operate, and maintain Station cranes and hoists.
2.2 This procedure applies to all activities related to operation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of permanently installed Station cranes, hoists, and their associated equipment.
2.3 This procedure provides qualification and requalification requirements for Station crane operators (Virginia Power Personnel), with the exception of the Manipulator Crane, the Fuel Handling Bridge Crane, and the Remote Operated Fuel Building Cask Crane which are covered l in the Operator Development Program.
2.4 The issue of mobile cranes and mobile crane maintenance, testing, and inspection are delineated in VPAP-0202, Station Vehicle Control. However, the qualification and requalification of Station (Virginia Power personnel) mobile crane operators as delineated in this procedure is applicable.
2.5 Qualification and requalification requirements of Contractor crane operators is the responsibility of the Contracting Organization and is not controlled by the procedure.
3.0 REFERENCE / COMMITMENT DOCUMENTS 3.1 References 3.1.1 NUREG-0612, Control of Heavy Loads at Nuclear Power Plants 3.1.2 ANSI B30.2-1976 and ANSI B30.17, Overhead and Gantry Cranes 3.1.3 ANSI B30.5a-1984, Mobile and Locomotive Cranes 3.1.4 ANSI B30.9-1971, Slings 3.1.5 ANSI B30.10-1975, Hooks 3.1.6 ANSI B30.11-1973, Monorail Systems and Underhung Cranes 3.1.7 ANSI B30.16-1973, Overhead Hoists (Underhung) 3.1.8 ANSI B30.20-1985, Below the Hook Lifting Devices
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PAGE 6 OF 33 3.1.9 ANSI N45.2.2-1972, Packaging, Shipping, Receiving, Storage, and Handling of Items for Nuclear Power Plants 3.1.10. ANSI N45.2.15-1981, Hoisting, Rigging, and Transposing of Items For Nuclear Power Plants 3.1.11. Employee Health Services Directives and Policies Manual for Virginia Power Crane Operators 3.1.12 . Nuclear Operations Industrial Safety and Health Accident Prevention Manual 3.1.13 VPAP-0202, Station Vehicle Control 3.1.14 VPAP-0803, Preventive Maintenance Program !
3.1.15 ' VPAP-0809, NUREG-0612 Heavy Load Program 3.1.16 VPAP-2002, Work Request and Work Order Tasks i 3.1.17 VPAP-2302, On-The-Job Training and Evaluation 3.1.18 VPAP-0214, Tool Room Control 3.1.19 Nuclear Mutual Limited Member's Information Manual Standards l 3.2 Commitments 3.2.1 QCAR AR-N-88-27, Training and Qualification of Crane Operators (North Anna) 3.2.2 QA Audit N-89-06
- 3.2.3 QA Audit C95-08-03NS 4.0 DEFINITIONS 4.1 Crane A machine for lifting and lowering a load and moving it horizontally, with the hoisting mechanism an integral part of the machine.
4.1.1 Cab Operated Crane A crane controlled by an operator in a cab attached to the bridge or trolley.
4.1.2 Floor Operated Crane A crane which is controlled by a means suspended from the crane [and operated by an operator on the floor or an independent platform (manual or power operated).
4.2 Crane / Hoist Usage Log A document maintained by Nuclear Materials - Tool Control that is used to record crane / hoist usage. The completed Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) shall be returned to Tool t
Control.
VIRGINIA VPAp.0810 POWER REVISION 5 PAGE 7 OF 33 4.3 Crane / Hoist Operators Checklist A document maintained by Nuclear Materials - Tool Control that is used to record the results of daily crane inspections that are required prior to operation. The completed Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist (Attachment 5) shall be returned to Tool Control )
i 4.4 Critical Lift l A lift involving equipment or materials which could result in equipment damages in excess of
$500,000, a forced outage of longer than eight (8) weeks, or could cause an uncontrolled ;
release of contamination and/or radiation. This defm' ition is in keeping with the intent of Nuclear Mutual Limited.
EXAMPLE: Lifting heavy equipment over the turbine and/or any associated equipment under normal operations would be considered a critical lift.
4.5 Hoist A machinery unit that is used for lifting or lowering a freely suspended (unguided) load.
5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES 5.1 Department Heads Depanment Heads are responsible for:
5.1.1 Ensuring crane operators are qualified. This includes:
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- a. Ensuring personnel are trained and qualified in accordance with the requirements of this procedure before operating any crane independently.
- b. Approving lists of Job Performance Measure (JPM) trainers and evaluators.
5.1.2 Ensuring appropriate procedures are written for lifting operations, as necessary.
5.1.3 Monitoring crane operations periodically to ensure that safety and good handling i practices are followed.
5.2 Superintendent - Maintenance The Superintendent - Maintenance is responsible for:
l 5.2.1 Maintenance, inspection, and testing of all permanently installed cranes at the Station.
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VIRGINIA REVISION 5 POWER PAGE 8 OF 33 5.2.2 Ensuring reference documents contained in 3.1.2 are maintained in the Maintenance Department library.
5.3 Superintendent - Nuclear Training The Superintendent - Nuclear Training is responsible for:
5.3.1 Conducting On-the-Job Training (OJT/OJE) workshops for crane trainers / evaluators.
5.3.2 Developing and maintaining a currentlist of qualified trainers and evaluators for crane tasks performed by Station personnel.
5.3.3 De veloping and maintaining a current list of all qualified crane operators, including contractors.
5.3.4 Providing the Station Nurse a copy of the current list of qualified crane operators.
5.3.5 Approving requests for and coordinating training for Station personnel on crane operation and/or rigging.
5.3.6 Providing the Materials Process Team Leader and applicable department heads with a l copy of the current list of qualified crane operators.
5.4 Crane Program Coordinator The Crane Program Coordinator shall be designated by the Superintendent - Maintenance and shall be responsible for:
5.4.1 Maintaining a current list, by mark number, of the equipment covered by the Crane and Hoist Program.
5.4.2 Reviewing the results of annual code compliance inspections with the inspector to determine what corrective actions, if any, are required as a result of the inspector's findings.
5.4.3 Maintaining a readily accessible file of compliance inspection results for each crane, l
including records of all deficiencies noted and of all hook dimensional checks performed.
5.4.4 Assessing the effectiveness of the Crane and Hoist Program and recommending corrective actions as necessary.
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VIRGINIA VPAP-0810 POWER REVISION 5 PAGE 9 OF 33 5.5 Supervisors Supervisors of any job involving the operation or maintenance of cranes or hoists are responsible for:
5.5.1 Authorizing crane operators, after evaluation, on applicable Job Performance Measures (JPMs).
5.5.2 Ensuring personnel operating Station cranes and hoists are qualified in accordance with the requirements of this procedure.
5.5.3 Ensuring that a pre-lift briefing is conducted prior to a lift.
5.5.4 Ensuring personnel who are being trained are under direct supervision of a qualified crane operator or vendor for training purposes.
5.5.5 Monitoring lifting operations.
5.5.6 Notifying the Station Nurse of physical or emotional problems that may jeopardize safe operation of cranes.
5.6 Crane Operators Crane Operators are responsible for:
5.6.1 Performing an inspection of cranes and hoists prior to making any lift.
5.6.2 Performing lifting operations in a safe manner in accordance with applicable standards referenced in 3.1.2 and 3.1.4.
5.6.3 Notifying their immediate supervisor of physical or emotional problems that may jeopardize safe operation of cranes.
5.7 Signal Man A Signal Man is responsible for:
5.7.1 Maintaining good communications with the crane operator. This includes verifying crane signals to be used during the lifting operation are understood with the crane operator prior to performing the lift.
5.7.2 Ensuring radio or powered headsets required for communications during lifting operation are operable, prior to performance of the lift,if applicable.
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PAGE 10 OF 33 5.7.3 Reviewing all aspects of the lift operation and walking down the load path prior to performing the lift.
5.7.4 Stopping lifting operations when any unsafe conditions exist which could cause equipment damage or endanger personnel.
5.8 Craftsmen Craftsmen involved in lifting operations are responsible for:
5.8.1 Performing lifting operations in accordance with approved procedures,if applicable.
5.8.2 Verifying the integrity of rigging, cribbing, and lifting inserts for blocks prior to use.
5.8.3 Following safe work practices for lift operations in accordance with the Nuclear
' Operations Industrial Safety and Health Accident Prevention Manual.
5.8.4 Verify current quarterly inspection of all rigging hardware and notifying tool control personnel to obtain an inspection prior to use when needed.
5.9 Station Nurse The Station Nurse is responsible for:
5.9.1 Reviewing physical records of Virginia Power crane operators to determine if operators meet the fitness requirements in accordance with applicable standards referenced in 3.1.2.
5.9.2 Notifying the crane operator's immediate supervisor and the Supervisor Nuclear Training EMI when a crane operator fails to meet the fitness requirements in accordance with applicable standards referenced in 5.9.1.
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6.1.1 General
- a. 'A list of cranes and hoists applicable to the Crane and Hoist Program shall be maintained by the Crane and Hoist Program Coordinator. )
- b. A list of all qualified crane operators (including contractors) shall be developed and maintained by the Nuclear Training Department.
- c. A list of qualified trainers and evaluators for crane tasks performed by Station personnel shall be developed and maintained by the Nuclear Training Department in accordance with VPAP-2302, On-The-Job Training and Evaluation.
'l d.- Qualification of contractor crane operators shall be documented on Contractor Crane Operator Qualification Sheet (Attachment 1).
- 1. The Contractor Crane Operator Qualification Sheet shall be completed by the contractor organization and must be approved by the Virginia Power department head to whom the contractor reports. j
~2. The original completed form shall be forwarded to the Supervisor Nuclear Technical Training and copies forwarded to the individual, contractor organization, and Materials Process Team Leader.
- 3. Contractor crane operators shall meet the applicable physical requirements for crane operators delineated in:
. ANSI B30.2-1976 and ANSI B30.17, Overhead and Gantry Cranes
. ANSI B30.11-1973, Monorail Systems and Underhung Cranes
. ANSI B30.5a-1984, Mobile and Locomotive Cranes
'4. Contractor crane operators shall arrive on site physically qualified to meet the !
l requirements in 6.1.1.d.3. This shall be verified by the Virginia Power I department head.
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- e. With the exception of floor - operated cranes / monorails, all crane operators shall meet the applicable physical requirements for crane operators as delineated in ANSI L
B30.2.0, ANSI B30.5a, ANSI B30.11and B30.17. The physical requirements are:
. At least 20/30 vision in one eye and 20/50 in the other, with or without corrective lenses
. Ability to distinguish colors if color differential is required for operation -
- Hearing, with or without hearing aid, adequate for specific operation (IAW Employee Health Services Directives and Policies Manual for Virginia Power Crane Operators)[ Commitment 3.2.3]
. Absence of physical defects or emotional instability which could render the
- operator a hazard to himself or others, as determined by annual physical and medical history Not subject to seizures or loss of physical control based on medical history provided by the individual Normal depth perception, field of vision, reaction time, manual dexterity, and coordination No tendencies to dizziness or similar undesirable characteristics
- f. The Station Nurse shall verify that Virginia Power crane operators meet the above
. physical requirements.
- g. The Station Nurse shall indicate the Virginia Power crane operator has met physical requirements as follows:
- 1. The Station Nurse shall enter a pass or fail and the date into the NHRS certification area for crane operator medical certification. For initial certification a Medical Testing Form will be forwarded to the Supervisor Nuclear Training, EMI. For requalifying, the information may be retrieved by training from the NHRS certification area.
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- 2. If the Station Nurse determines a Virginia Power crane operator fails to meet all of the applicable physical requirements during annual physicals or other I examinations, the following notifications shall be made: [ Commitment 3.2.3)
. The crane operator's immediate supervisor shall be notified that the individual no longer meets the physical requirements for crane operation
. The Supervisor of Training EMI shall be notified that the crane operator no longer meets the physical requirements for crane operation. This n. notification shall be in writing. A copy of the individuals's medical testing form indicating '
the crane operator no longer meets the physical requirements may be used for notification
- h. The Supervisor Training EMI shall remove from the list of qualified crane operators the name of the crane operator who failed the physical requirements.
- i. Maintenance on any crane or hoist shall be performed by individuals who are:
- Qualified on the applicable maintenance task, and i . Qualified crane operators or are accompanied by a qualified crane operator
- j. Maintenance may also be performed by approved vendors.
6.1.2 . Qualification Requirements (This step does not apply to contractors)
In order for an individual to be qualified as a crane operator, the following three items must be satisfied:
. Complete knowledge testing of the crane to be operated (if applicable)
. Complete practical testing for the type crane to be operated
. Obtain supervisor signature on JPM form t
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- a. Knowledge Testing Crane operators, depending on crane type, must pass a written or oral knowledge examination in accordance with the documents listed below:
Type of Crane Knowledge Test Floor-Operated Cranes / Monorail No knowledge test required Cab-Operated Overhead Cranes ANSI B30.20 and B30.17 Cab-Operated Overhead Polar Cranes ANSI B30.2.0 Wheelmounted Cranes Telescoping Boom ANSI B30.5a
- b. Practical Testing Crane operators are required to complete a practical test in the presence of a i qualified evaluator for each type of crane they operate.
- 1. Each crane operator shall pass a practical operating examination (Job Performance Measure [JPM])). The following JPMs may be obtained from the l Supervisor Nuclear Training EMI:
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Type of Crane Qualification Examination Floor-Operated Cranes / Monorail JPM for Floor-Operated Cranes / Monorail ,
t Cab-Operated Overhead Cranes JPM for Cab-Operated Overhead Cranes Cab-Operated Overhead Polar Cranes JPM for Cab-Operated Overhead Polar Cranes Wheelmounted Cranes Telescoping Boom JPM for Wheelmounted Cranes Telescop-ing Boom
- 2. After successfully completing the applicable JPM, the crane operator and evaluator shall sign and date the JPM.
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- 3. Supervisors shall sign the applicable JPM, after evaluation, authorizing the individual to operate the applicable crane. Supervisors do not have to be a qualified operator to sign JPM authorizing individuals to operate cranes.
6.1.3 Requalification of Crane Operators
- a. All crane operators shall requalify on operation of cranes within the period listed below: (This step does not apply to Contractors)
Type of Crane Requalification Period Floor-Operated Cranes / Monorail Not Required Cab-Operated Overhead Cranes 3 years Cab-Operated Overhead Polar Cranes 3 years Wheelmounted Cranes Telescoping Boom 3 years
- b. Requalification shall be required anytime the required certification period has lapsed.
- c. Requalification shall consist of verifying the current medical certification from NHRS and completing only the practical portion of the applicable JPM.
- d. Supervisors and Nuclear Training Department personnel qualified to operate cranes shall not be required to requalify on operation of applicable cranes to maintain
, qua'lification to evaluate individuals on JPMs.
6.2 Crane / Hoist Usage Log and Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist 6.2.1 The Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) shall be maintained by Tool Control for each permanently installed Station crane or hoist.
6.2.2 The Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) shall also be used to record usage for Maintenance Department personnel perfomiing preventive maintenance.
6.2.3 The Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist (Attachment 5) shtill be maintained by Nuclear Materials - Toc! Control for each permanently installed Station crane or hoist and shall be completed each time a crane or hoist is operated.
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VPAP-0810 VIRGINIA POWER REVISION 5 PAGE 16 OF 33 6.2.4 The operator shall perform the following visual inspections, as applicable, and at the specified frequencies. The results of these inspections, including any deficiencies shall be recorded on Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist (Attachment 5).
Inspection item Frequency All Safety Devices Daily All controls, brakes, and nperating mechanisms for mis- Daily adjustment or improper operations Operation of upper hoist primary limit switch. (The block Each Shift shall be inched into the limit or run at low speed)
Leakage in lines, tanks, valves, pumps, and other parts of Daily air or hydraulic systems Deformed or cracked hooks Daily Hook latches Daily Hoist ropes, including end clamps and rope clips Daily 6.2.5 If any defects are found during the inspections listed in 6.2.4, the crane shall be considered inoperable until the defect is corrected on declared acceptable by Component Engineering.
6.3 Crane / Hoist Operating Permits
. 6.3.1 A Crane / Hoist Operating Permit (Attachment 3) shall be required for all crane / hoist l operations, including those required for inspection or maintenance with the exception of the:
- a. Manipulator cranes
- b. Fuel Handling Bridge Crane -
- c. Trash Rake 6.3.2 Prior to crane / hoist operation, the crane operator shall reqtiest a Crane / Hoist Operating Permit (Attachment 3) from Tool Control.
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NOTE: Copies of completed JPMs or Contractor Crane Operator Qualification Sheets may be used by tool control to issue crane / hoist operating permits to personnel between revisions to the list of qualified crane operators.
- a. Issue crane / hoist operating permits only to personnel on the current list of qualified crane operators for the applicable crane.
- b. Complete the applicable section of the Crane / Hoist Operating Permit (Attachment
- 3) (Section 1), refening to the Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) for the requested crane.
- c. Determine whether periodic inspection is required prior to crane / hoist operation.
Cranes and hoists require mechanical, electrical (if applicable), and compliance inspections prior to operation, unless all such inspections have t,een performed within the past 12 months,
- d. If periodic inspection is found to be necessary, Tool Control shall not issue the permit other than for the sole purpose of performing such an inspection, unless a writtcn authorization is obtained from Maintenance Engineering tojustify use of the applicable crane.
6.3.4 The Crane / Hoist Operating Permit (Attachment 3) shall be valid for the period l requested by the operator, up to a maximum of 30 days. The expiration date shall not extend past the next required date of periodic inspection.
6.3.5 Each person operating the crane must record the following information on the pennit prior to operation:
. Operators name
. Operators badge number
. Dates of operation
. Work Order numbers,if applicable l
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PAGE 18 OF 33 6.3.6 Only one Crane /Holst Operating Permit (Attachment 3) may be active at a time for any l individual crane.
- a. Whenever the individual possessing the permit is not operating the crane, the crane f
is expected to be available for operation by other personnel, as needed. If the holder f of the permit determines he/she will be unavailable, then the holder of the permit may handle the permit in any of the following ways: j
- 1. Return the permit to Tool Control and request that the permit be kept open. Tool ;
Control should attach the permit to the Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) l l
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so it is available for use. l
- 2. Return the permit to the supervisor. The cognizant supervisor shall ensure that j the permit remains available for other personnel needing use of the crane.
- 3. Turn the permit over to the next scheduled crane operator.
- 4. Post the permit in the cab of the crane or other suitable location accessible to crane operators.
- b. If a crane is needed, and the outstanding crane permit cannot be located, then the following actions shall be taken:
- 1. The requestor shall make every practical effort to contact the person to whom the permit was issued or that person's supervisor. l
- 2. A supervisor or Maintenance Engineer may void the permit by annotating the last entry in the Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) in Tool Control to l indicate that the permit has been lost and is declared void. The individual making the void entry shall sign and date the log entry. )
- 3. The supervisor or Maintenance Engineer should notify the cognizant supervisor, either verbally or by memo, that the permit has been voided. Ng.
further crane operation is allowed usine that nemlit.
6.3.7 If a periodic inspection or a compliance inspection is conducted under the permit, then the inspectors shall enter the dates of inspection and sign the permit.
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i VIRGINIA VPAP-0810 POWER REVISION 5 l PAGE 19 0F 33 NOTE: Crane operators shall ensure they are properly logged on to the applicable Crane /Holst l Operating Permit (Attachment 3) prior to crane operation.
1 6.3.8 Whenever possible, the Crane / Hoist Operating Permit (Attachment 3) shall be in the I operator's possession during crane operation. If this is not practical, such as for work inside the reactor containment, the permit may be attached to the applicable work order or working document. ,
6.3.9 Upon completion of the specified job or expiration of the permit, the permit shall be returned to Tool Control. If thejob is to continue past the expiration date of the permit, )
a new permit shall be requested. I
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6.3.10 If a permit is not returned to Tool Control by its expiration date, Tool Control shall notify the cognizant supervisor of the person the permit was issued to, that all usage of the crane shall cease until a new permit is issued. The Supervisor shall ensure the
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permit is returned or void the permit on the Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2).
6.3.11 Upon receipt of the returned permit, Tool Control shall update the Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2) for the specified piece of equipment with the dates of most recent i inspection.
6.4 Crane / Hoist Operation 6.4.1 Department heads shall ensure that appropriate procedures are developed for operation j of cranes / hoists. I 6.4.2 Pre-Lift Activities ;
- a. A pre-lift meeting shall be conducted by the supervisor or the Person In Charge {
(PIC) of the lift with affected personnel (e.g., operator, signalman, rigger). ,
- b. A Pre-Lift Checklist from station procedures may be used for ensuring pre-lift activities are properly considered. Lifts less than 2,000 pounds at North Anna or less than 1,600 pounds at Surry do not normally require documentation unless the load will traverse over critical equipment in restricted load areas. The cognizant supervisor or PIC will determine if the checklist should be initiated. I
- c. The path that the load will travel shall be identified and walked down prior to movement of any load.
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- d. The integrity of rigging, cribbing, lifting inserts for blocks shall be reviewed prior to use.
- e. IE the lift is considered to be a critical lift AISIl the annual compliance inspection has not been performed within the last three months on the crane to be used for the lift, THEN request that a qualified crane inspector perform a Crane / Hoist Pre Critical Lift Inspection (Attachment 4) in conjunction with the Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2).
6.4.3 Cranes / Hoists may only be operated by the following personnel:
- a. Personnel who are qualified for operation of the crane / hoist that will be used.
- b. Personnel who are being trained and are under the direct supervision of a qualified crane operator for training purposes.
6.4.4 The operator of the crane shall not engage in any practice which will divert his/her attention while actually engaged in operating the crane / hoist.
6.4.5 When physically or mentally unfit, an operator shall not engage in operation of the equipment.
6.4.6 Each operator shall be held accountable for the safe operation of the equipment being operated. Whenever there is any doubt to safety, the operator shall have the authority to stop and refuse to handle loads until safety has been assured.
6.4.7 For cranes equipped with warning devices, a warning signal shall be sounded before traveling, and continuously during travel, when such an operation may create a safety hazard to personnel.
6.4.8 Before leaving a crane unattended, the operator shall verify that all controllers are in the OFF position and open the main switch of the erane.
6.4.9 Before closing the main switch, the operator shall place all controllers in the OFF position.
6.4.10 All controls shall be tested by the operator before beginning a new shift. If any controls do not operate properly, they shall be adjusted or repaired before any operations begin.
If adjustments or repairs are necessary, then a Work Request should be initiated in accordance with VPAP-2002, Work Request and Work Order Tasks. l
VIRGINIA VPAP-0810 POWER REVISION 5 PAGE 21 OF 33 6.4.11 Clothing, tools, spare parts, fuses, and personal belongings should not be stored in the operating cab in such a manner as to interfere with access or operations.
6.4.12 The operator shall check the hoist brakes at least once each shift if a load approaching the rated load is to be handled. This shall be done by raising the load a short distance, verifying that the brakes engage automatically when the hoist is stopped, and verifying that slippage (if any)is minimal.
6.4.13 On rope hoists, the load shall not be lowered below a point where less than two full
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wraps of rope remain on the drum unless a limit switch is provided. In this case, one l full wrap shall remain on each anchorage of the hoist drum. I 6.5 Safety Precautions 1
6.5.1 Signals to the reactor containment polar crane operator shall only be verbal. I transmitted by sound-powered phone (or other approved methods, as determined by Component Engineering) to the operator's headset by a person designated as the signal l man.
i 6.5.2 Upon loss of communication between the operator of an overhead crane and the i signalman, all controls will be placed in a safe position until reliable communications have been restored. i l
6.5.3 The operator shall respond to signals only from the appointed signal man. However, the operator shall obey a stop signal at all times, no matter who originates the signal.
6.5.4 Should the power supply be interrupted during operation of a crane or hoist, the operator shall immediately place all controllers in the STOP position. Prior to reuse of the crane / hoist, operating motions shall be checked for proper direction.
6.5.5 The operator of a crane shall not leave the controls while a load is suspended.
6.5.6 Sudden starts and stops of crane / hoist movement should be avoided.
6.5.7 When the weight of a load is not known or cannot be easily judged, the weight shall be determined by referring to the nameplate data or by use of a load cell.
6.5.8 Prior to placement of a load, the laydown area shall be reviewed for floor loading.
Deviation from approved laydown plans shall be reviewed and approved by engineering, prior to the lift.
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6.6 - Control of Heavy Loads Requirements delineated in VPAP-0809, NUREG-0612 Heavy Load Program, shall be adhered to for any load greater than 2,000 pounds at North Anna or greater than 1,600 pounds at Surry which is lifted over spent fuel, fuel in the reactor core, or equipment required for safe shutdown or continued decay heat removal.
6.7 Maintenance of Cranes and Hoists The Superintendent - Maintenance shall ensure that permanently installed Station cranes and hoists are evaluated for preventive maintenance requirements (e.g., maintenance, inspections, and testing)in accordance with VPAP-0803, Preventive Maintenance Program.
7.0 RECORDS Prior to transmittal to the Training Center or Station Records Management, the sender shall assure that:
. Each record is packaged when applicable
. QA program requirements have been fulfilled for Quality Assurance records !
. Each record is legible, completely filled out, and adequately identifiable to the item or activity involved Each record is stamped, initialed, signed, or otherwise authenticated and dated, as required ;
by this procedure 7.1 The following individual and packaged documents and any related correspondence completed as a result of the implementation or performance of this procedure are Training records. They shall be submitted to Training Center Records Management. i 7.1.1 Individual Records Contractor Crane Operator Qualification Sheet (Attachment 1) l 1
JPM for Floor-Operated Cranes / Monorail JPM for Cab-Operated Overhead Cranes l i
JPM for Cab-Operated Overhead Polar Cranes
. JPM for Wheelmounted Crane Telescoping Boom ]
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9 VIRGINIA VPAP-0810 POWER REVISION 5 PAGE 23 OF 33 7.1.2 Record Packages None 7.2 The following individual and packaged documents and any related correspondence completed as a result of the implementation or performance of this procedure are Station records. They shall be submitted to Station Records Management in accordance with VPAP-1701, Records Management.
7.2.1 Individual Records Contractor Crane Operator Qualification Sheet (Attachment 1)
Crane / Hoist Usage Log (Attachment 2)
- Crane / Hoist Operating Permit (Attachment 3)
Crane / Hoist Pre Critical Lift Inspection (Attachment 4)
- Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist (Attachment 5) 7.2.2 Record Packages None 7.3 The following documents completed as a result of the implementation of this procedure are not Records and are not required to be transmitted to Station Records Management or Training Center Records Management.
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( Contractor Crane Operator n -oo Qualification Sheet VPAP-0810 - Attachment 1 l
ore designating he contractor crane operator quahfied to operate any crane on this Quahfication record the Contracting' e anization is resp nsible to ensure the crane operator reads and understands the requirements 01 VPAP-0809 - NUREG 0612.
vy L omd Program and VPAP-0810, Cranc and Hoest Program ,
To Superintendent - Nuclear Training l From (Name of Contracting Organization)
Crane Operator (Name - First/MI/Last) Social Secunty Number l l
Contracting Supervisor Evaluating Qualification (Name - First/MI/Last) Social Security Number Th3 crane operator stated above is qualified to operate the following cranes as indicated in accordance with the applicable i ANSI standard. l Type of Crane Qualification Status l Floor-Operated Cranes / Monorail O Yes O No l Cab Operated Overhead Polar Cranes O Yes O No Cab-Operated Overhead Cranes O Yes O No Wheel Mounted Cranes Telescoping Boom O Yes O No l Wheel Mounted Cranes Non Telescoping Boom O Yes O No l Crawler Mounted Cranes Telescoping Boom O Yes O No l
Crawler Mounted Cranes Non-Telescoping Boom O Yes O No Commercia' Trucn Mounted Crane O Yes O No Crane Opsrator (Signature) Date ContrP. ding Supervisor Evaluating Qualification (Signature) Date l Virginia Power Supenntendent to Whom the Contracting Organization Reports (Signature) Date l
Form % 721M2fMar 96)
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(~~'; Crane / Hoist Usage Log N) vaismsm eoewer PAP-081'O - Attachment 2 Mirk Number Type Location Cab Operated Floor Operated cranaHoint Uma use Return Date Department Operator (Name) Supervisor (Name) Date Form No 721957(Mar 98)
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Marx Number Permit issued To Permit issued For Name Operation of Crane /Holst Badge Number C Periodic inspection Only Date O Other Permit Expires Tool Control (Signature)
Section 11(To be completed by each operator.) l Operator (Name) Operator (Signature) Badge Number Date(s) Work Order Number i
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l Section 111 Inspections only (Only to be used for Mechanical. Electrical, and Compliance inspection.) l A. Periodic inspection !
Mechanical inspector (Name) Mechanical inspector (Signature) Date (
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'v Vneannin Poewan Inspection Muk Number instructions: This form must be completed by a qualified inspector prior to critical litt crane operations, unless the compliance inspection his been completed within the last three months. A qualified inspector shall check each of the following items, as applicable, and note any discrepancies. Any other problems found during this check or during crane operation shall be noted. Do not operate the crane until all di:crepancies which could affect safe crane operation are corrected or declared acceptable by the crane coordinator.
- 1. Frequent inspection items ite m Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- a. Complete the Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist
- 2. Periodic inspection items item Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- a. Deformed, cracked, or corroded members
- b. Loose or missing, bolts, pins, nuts, or rivets
- c. Cracked or worn sheaves s.nd/or drums
- d. Worn, cracked, or distorted parts, such as pins, bearings, wheels, shafts, gears, rollers, locking and clamping devices, bumpers, and stops
- e. Excessive wear of brake system parts
- f. Excessive wear of chain drive sprockets and/or excessive chain stretch
- g. Deterioration of controllers, master switches, contacts, limit switches, and push buttons
- h. Proper tope reeving LAW rnanufacturer recommendations
- 1. Function labels for legibility, correctness, and replacement, as applicable
- 3. Comments
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- 4. Qualified inspector (Name) 5. Qualified inspector (Signature) 6. Date
- 7. Present this form to the Crane Coordinator for 8. Crane Coordinator (Signature) 9. Date i review i
- 10. Return this form to Tool Control with the Crane / Hoist Operation Permit.
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-.a-. ,.o Crane / Hoist Operator's Checklist VPAP-0810 - Attachment 5 Mark Number instructions This torm mutt be completed pnor to crane operation. Ihe operator shal check each of the following items, As Apphcable, and note any discrepancies. Any other problems found during this check or during crane operation shall be noted. Do not operate the crane until all discrepancies which could affect safe crane operation are corrected or declared acceptable by Component Engineering.
- 1. S:fety Equipment item Satisfactory i Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- a. Lights
- b. Warning Bells
- c. Fire Extinguisher
- d. Escape Device
- e. Communication Equipment
- 2. Controls (Check all speeds and directions.)
ltem Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- a. Bndge
- b. Trolley (s)
- c. Hoist (s)
Drckos (Manual or Automatic)
Item Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- a. Bridge
- b. Trolley (s)
- c. Hoist (s)
Item Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- 4. Upper Hoist Limit Switch (es)-
All Hoists (Check Each Shift)
Item Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- 5. Leskage ( Air, Oil, etc.)
Item Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- 6. Hsok(s)
Ite m Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- 7. Hook Latch (es) ltem Satisfactory Unsatisfactory N/A Discrepancies
- 8. Wire Rope (s)
- 9. Comments R: turn this form to Tool Control at end Name Badge Number Date of ths last shift of each day.
Form No 721937(Mar 961
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