LE Inspection and Personnel Certification Quiz

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What is the maximum allowable wind speed for crane operations without seeking special permission?

30 knots

15 knots

20 knots

25 knots (correct)

What is the purpose of having a legible metric load chart in the crane operator's cabin?

To calculate wind resistance for loads

To provide a checklist for emergency procedures

To ensure safe lifting within the crane's rated capacity (correct)

To inform the operator about maintenance procedures

Under which condition can cranes be used to lift loads in wind speeds above 25 knots?

If the crane has been modified for high winds

With verbal approval from the crane operator

On a permanent basis without conditions

Only with written acceptance from a QP Competent Person after a risk assessment (correct)

What must be done when lifting operations are required after sunset?

Provided adequate illumination and approval from relevant departments Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a permissible use of cranes?

Pulling or towing weights Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to perform the erection of a crane on-site?

Competent persons as specified by regulations Signup and view all the answers

What does the dynamic factor (load factor) of 1.35 refer to in the context of crane operations?

A safety margin applied to load calculations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is permitted for crane lifting operations?

Operating with no visibility concerns Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions is it acceptable to use lorry loader cranes with diesel engines in potentially explosive atmospheres?

When the exhaust is protected against spark emission. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before using davits that are rarely utilized?

Conduct a visual and functional test, and record it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum pull per line and annual certification for PLT associated with?

Table 2, Appendix B. Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for lifting equipment to be used according to the certification standards?

It must have a certificate from a QP Approved Inspection Service Provider. Signup and view all the answers

What should operators of earth moving equipment possess?

A valid Qatar driving license suitable for the equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What must happen for lifting equipment certificates to be endorsed?

They must be accompanied by a previous QP endorsed certificate or manufacturer's certificate of conformity. Signup and view all the answers

When should lorry loader operations be halted?

If the weather conditions adversely affect performance. Signup and view all the answers

What document must elevator operations comply with?

The specified standards and OEM’s operation and maintenance manuals. Signup and view all the answers

How long is the validity of the colour coding for lifting equipment inspection?

Six months Signup and view all the answers

What is required for earth moving equipment used as a lifting appliance?

Equipment certification by a QP Approved Inspection Service Provider is required. Signup and view all the answers

What colour code is reserved for items that are not fit to be used?

Red Signup and view all the answers

What must the identification card for LE Personnel Training include?

Name of the person, photograph, type of training, certificate number, and validity of the certificate. Signup and view all the answers

What must be prominently displayed inside elevators?

The number of persons permitted and SWL. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a condition for lifting equipment inspected outside the scheduled period?

It must be marked with the same colour as the rest of the facility. Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken for items that are considered scrap?

They must be marked red and tagged as 'scrap'. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for confirming the colour code for equipment marking?

QP’s Corporate HSE&Q Department Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum allowable wind speed for operating MEWPs?

25 knots Signup and view all the answers

What must personnel riding in a MEWP secure to ensure safety?

A safety harness Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum testing requirement for a portable gantry with a single pad eye?

Tested to 1.25 x SWL Signup and view all the answers

What is the deflection limit during the testing of portable gantries?

Span/500 Signup and view all the answers

Which feature must side boom pipe layers be fitted with?

SLI with overload protection Signup and view all the answers

What type of license is required for operating a side boom pipe layer?

Qatar excavator or crane driving license Signup and view all the answers

What should be marked on a runway beam or monorail for safety identification?

SWL and ID number Signup and view all the answers

When can locking mechanisms for a vehicle lift be modified?

Only if confirmed in writing by the OEM Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the audio alarm and visual device on a crane during diving operations?

To indicate the remaining turns of wire rope on the hoisting drums Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for LE (Lifting Equipment) used during diving operations?

Using divers' personal equipment for hoisting Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to the wire rope after each use of Lifting Equipment in diving operations?

It must be washed with fresh water and greased or protected Signup and view all the answers

How often should the wire rope be tested to destruction to prove the Factor of Safety (FOS)?

Every 12 months Signup and view all the answers

Which component must all Mobile Elevated Working Platforms (MEWPs) have installed?

An overload sensing device Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the registration plates on all self-propelled Mobile Elevated Working Platforms (MEWPs)?

They must be registered in the country where they are used Signup and view all the answers

Who retains overall responsibility for ensuring the Lifting Equipment used during diving is safe?

The Diving Supervisor and QP representative Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the logbook concerning the usage of Lifting Equipment in submerged applications?

It must be signed and dated on each occasion of use Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

LE Inspection and LE Personnel Certification

** QP Approved Inspection Service Provider** and ** QP Approved Training Service Provider** issue all LE inspection and LE personnel training documents
LE must be inspected by a QP Approved Inspection Service Provider and a certificate issued
LE certificates must be endorsed by a QP Competent Person
LE certificates must be supported by a previous QP endorsed certificate or a manufacturer's certificate of conformity (COC)
All original LE certificates are issued in accordance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) Schedule 1.
LE personnel training certificates are issued in accordance with QP Corporate Procedure for Lifting Equipment Doc.No.QP-PAI-PRC-004
Identification cards are issued to LE personnel with their name, photograph, type of training, certificate number and validity of the certificate
All LE equipment must be marked with a designated color according to the scheduled inspection period and year.
Red colour is reserved for equipment that is not fit to be used and scrap.
Rated capacity limiters and indicators are required on all cranes, excluding Electric Overhead Traveling (EOT) cranes with a rated capacity of three (3) tons and above.

Crane Operational Restrictions

Cranes shall not be used to transport loads unless they are specifically designed for the purpose.
Cranes shall not pull or tow weights.
Cranes shall not enter any hazardous zone without permission and verification of zone requirement.
Cranes shall not be utilised when the wind speed is more than 25 knots or exceeds values set out by the OEM of the crane, whichever is lesser.
Waiver requests for use of cranes above 25 knots can be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to a detailed risk assessment supported in writing by the OEM’s certified maximum safe operating wind speed.
Lifting operations are not permitted in wind speeds exceeding the OEM certified maximum safe operating wind speed.
All lifting operations above 25 knots require a written acceptance by a QP Competent Person (LE).
Cranes shall not be utilised to carry out any lifting operations during periods of poor visibility.
Any lifting operations that have to be performed after sunset or during periods of poor visibility, shall be with the full approval of QP/HSE operational and Projects departments.
Adequate illumination shall be provided to ensure all involved persons and equipment are clearly visible when carrying out the lift.
Cranes shall not be used to move vehicles with the load on the crane (pick and carry is prohibited).
Cranes shall not be operated on tires without extending the outriggers.
Cranes shall not use fuel like petrol and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), in areas where there is a risk of a flammable vapour, gas or dust concentration being present.
Lorry loader cranes with diesel engines shall only be used in potentially explosive atmospheres if, in addition to protection of the electrical system, the exhaust is protected against spark emission, precautions are taken against the intake of flammable mixtures and hot surfaces are protected.
All lorry loader operations shall be halted where weather conditions are bad enough to adversely affect the performance of the lift truck or expose the operator to danger, e.g. excessive wind speed, poor visibility due to mist or fog, lightning or heavy rain.

Davits (General Purpose)

Davits (general purpose) are used throughout QP operational areas on many types of equipment.
Use of the davit is normally determined by the type of equipment it is fitted to.
Davits used infrequently (less than once a year), prior to use, shall have a visual and functional test performed and recorded by the asset owner.

Earth Moving Equipment (With Lifting Attachment)

All earth moving equipment operators shall have a valid Qatar driving license suitable for the specific equipment they are operating.
If the earth moving equipment is used as a lifting appliance then such equipment shall be certified by a QP Approved Inspection Service Provider and the operator certified by a QP Approved Training Service Provider for that specific equipment.

Elevators (Passenger and Cargo)

All elevators shall comply with the requirements of the specified standards and the OEM’s operation and maintenance manuals.
Drop test shall be limited to the initial supply or any subsequent major repair or failure.
The number of persons permitted at one time inside the elevator and SWL shall be prominently displayed on all elevators.

Jaw Winch (Tirfor) Manual Chain Hoist and Lever Hoist

Subsequent tests for hoists fitted with ‘limited slip clutch’ shall be tested to the slipping load specified by the OEM.

LE Used For Diving Operations

Any crane when used in conjunction with diving operations shall have an audio alarm and visual device (e.g.mirror) indicating that there is a minimum of three (3) turns of wire rope left on the hoisting drums.
Where diving operations are being performed, LE not associated with the diving operations shall not be operated or utilised if there are divers within the vicinity.
During any diving operation where the use of submerged LE is required, adequate, uninterruptable and suitable voice communication between the diver(s), diving supervisor, crane operator and rigger shall be established.
During any diving operation where the use of submerged LE is required, the LE shall be adequately and suitably illuminated or identifiable to the diver(s).
The usage of any LE operated or utilised in submerged applications shall be registered in a logbook.
The logbook shall be signed and dated on each occasion.
On each and every occasion that LE is used, it shall be checked for adequacy and suitability, and after each use it shall be washed with fresh water and greased or protected as necessary.
The wire rope shall be cut back to beyond the first sheave and be tested to destruction to prove the FOS every 12 months.
None of the above actions relieve the duties of the Diving Supervisor and QP representative, whose responsibility is to ensure that the LE used during each and every dive is safe and adequate for the task.

Mobile Elevated Working Platform (MEWP)

All MEWPs shall comply with the requirements of the specified standards and the OEM’s operation and maintenance manuals.
All MEWPs shall have an overload sensing device installed.
All self-propelled MEWPs shall have Qatari registration plates.

MEWP Operational Restrictions

MEWP operations shall not be performed with wind speeds in excess of 25knots.
Personnel riding in the MEWP shall wear QP accepted and certified FPE and the safety harness shall be secured to the designated anchor point of the appliance.
MEWPs shall not be operated in any overload condition.
All MEWPs shall be operated by QP accepted and certified MEWP operator.

Portable Gantry (A-Frame)

Any portable gantry having a single pad eye attached to it for lifting loads, the pad eye shall be tested to 1.25 x SWL of portable gantry.
Any portable gantry having multiple pad eyes attached to it for lifting loads, all the pad eyes shall be simultaneously tested to 1.25 x SWL of portable gantry.
After testing of pad eyes NDT shall be performed to ensure that all welds around the pad eye are free from any defects.
Any portable gantry with a trolley and chain hoist shall be tested to 1.25 x SWL of the portable gantry.
During testing deflection to be measured and be limited to Span/500.

Runway Beam / Monorail

Any trolley and chain hoist fixed on the runway beam / monorail shall be tested to 1.25 x SWL of the runway beam.
Runway Beam / Monorail must be clearly identified with a separate colour, preferably yellow and have prominent marking of SWL and ID number.
All Runway Beams / Monorail shall be fitted with end stoppers.
If possible, runway beams / monorails shall be fitted with a lifting appliance of the same capacity.
In case of any capacity variation the lower SWL to be assigned and marked accordingly.

Side Boom Pipe Layer

Side Boom Pipe Layers shall be fitted with an SLI with overload protection.
In the absence of an SLI with overload protection, the owner shall specify the means of load measurement.
This shall be confirmed and detailed on the QP Approved Inspection Service Provider certificate.
Side Boom Pipe Layer shall be driven or operated by a person holding a valid Qatar excavator or crane driving license and hold a valid certificate of competence issued by a QP Approved Training Service Provider.

Vehicle Lift

Locking mechanisms shall not be modified, unless confirmed in writing by OEM.

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Test your knowledge on LE inspection protocols and personnel certification standards. This quiz covers the requirements for QP approved training and inspection services. Understand the regulations, necessity of certificates, and identification for LE personnel.