can be pulled without the need of a the hammer.
Disconnect the hammer from the crane, and pull
the pile(s) as necessary. Lay extracted piling down in
a designated area.
D.4. Consider applying a safety factor to the lift plan to
account for skin friction/resistance when extracting
sheeting and/or piling.
E. Spudding
E.1. Select an adequate spud for the material it must
penetrate
E.2. If free-falling the spud, ensure the hoist line does
not become fouled on the drum from excess slack in
the line.
E.3. Drive and pull the spud in short increments to avoid
“sticking” the spud into the soils.
E.4. Keep all employees clear of the impact area of the
spud.
F. Jetting
F.1. Inspect all pressurized hoses/lines for damage or
leaks. Repair or replace accordingly
F.2. Inspect jet pump for damage or wear prior to use
F.3. Employees working near jetting operations shall
wear hearing and eye protection at all times. Face
shields may be necessary.
F.4. Keep area clear of excess mud/water build up to
avoid slip/trip conditions.
G. Pre-Drilling or Augering
G.1. Ensure the auger drive/drill motor is mounted
securely to the pile leads.
G.2. Inspect the leads, auger drive/drill motor, auger,
and power supply lines to ensure no excessive
wear or damage has occurred. Repair or replace as
necessary.
G.3. Never place any body parts in such a manner that
they are exposed to the rotating auger. Keep any
body part or tool away from the interface of the
auger and the guide(s).
G.4. If you must clear debris from the auger flights, stop
auger rotation first.
G.5. Keep unnecessary employees away from pre-drilling
operations.
H. Pile Cut-Off
H.1. During pile cut-off, make sure the area is clear
before cutting begins. Remove all combustibles in
the area.
H.2. If pile material is in excess of five feet in length,
attach rigging and lifting equipment first, and then
cut the pile to grade. Do not allow the material to
simply fall to the ground uncontrollably.
H.3. Keep the cut off pieces cleaned up to allow access
to the piles for concrete trucks and to avoid trip
hazards.
H.4. Use proper chain saw techniques and PPE if
trimming timber piles.
H.5. When it is necessary to cut off the tops of driven
piles, pile driving operations shall be suspended
except where the cutting operations are located
at least twice the length of the longest pile cut-off
from the driver. All persons within the length of
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