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General Information
Safe Operating Practices
Inspection Frequency
For speci昀椀c inspection criteria for Lift-All slings, see
the information at the end of each product section.
Plate
Clamps
Lifting
Devices
The Safety Bulletin that accompanies each sling must be read and understood by all sling users. See sling abuse illustrations in their
respective section of this catalog. Damaged slings should never be used. It is possible (in some instances), to repair slings, prooftest and return them to service. Damaged components and sections of chain or wire mesh can be replaced. Hooks, links and other
components that are in good condition can be salvaged from a damaged web or round sling; then re-webbed and proof-tested by LiftAll and returned to service.
Hoist
Rings
All sling users must read and understand the safety
bulletin provided with each sling.
Lift-All
Hoists
A written record of the most recent periodic
inspection must be maintained. See WSTDA WS-1
for de昀椀nitions of service conditions.
Cargo
Control
Special service — as recommended
Mesh
Slings
Severe service — monthly to quarterly
Rigging
Hardware
Normal service — yearly
Chain
Slings
•
•
•
Wire
Rope
Initial Inspection - Each new sling must be
inspected by a designated person to help ensure that
the correct sling has been received, is undamaged
and meets applicable requirements for its intended
use.
Frequent Inspection - Slings must be inspected
for damage before each use by the user or other
designated person. Refer to safety bulletin provided
with each sling.
Periodic Inspection - Every sling must be
inspected periodically. The designated person should
be someone other than the person performing the
frequent inspection.
The frequency of periodic inspections should be
based on the sling’s actual or expected use, the
severity of service and experience gained during
the inspection of other slings used in similar
circumstances, but must not exceed a one-year
interval. General guidelines for the frequency of
periodic inspections are:
Sling
Protection
Sling users must be trained and knowledgeable
Sling users must be knowledgeable about the safe
and proper use of slings and be aware of their
responsibilities as outlined in all applicable standards
and regulations.
ASME B30.9 states, “Sling users shall be trained in the
selection, inspection, cautions to personnel, e昀昀ects of
the environment, and rigging practices.”
OSHA Sling Regulation 29 CFR 1910.184 states
that a quali昀椀ed person is one “who, by possession
of a recognized degree or certi昀椀cate of professional
standing in an applicable 昀椀eld, or who, by extensive
knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully
demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve problems
relating to the subject matter and work.”
If you are unsure whether you are properly trained
and knowledgeable, or if you are unsure of what the
standards and regulations require of you, ask your
employer for information and/or training — DO NOT
use slings if you are unsure of what you are doing.
Lack of skill, knowledge or care can result in severe
INJURY or DEATH to you and others.
Damaged or defective slings shall be immediately
removed from service.
Round
Slings
1. TRAINING
2. INSPECTIONS
Web
Slings
1. Sling users must be trained in operating
practices, including sling selection, use,
inspection, rigging practices, cautions to
personnel, and e昀昀ects of the environment.
2. Inspect sling before each use and remove from
service if damaged.
3. Protect sling from being cut or damaged by
corners, protrusions, or from contact with edges
that are not well rounded, using material of
su昀케cient strength, thickness and construction to
prevent damage.
4. Use sling properly. Do not exceed a sling's rated
capacities and always consider how the sling
angle a昀昀ects the amount of tension on the sling.
5. Stand clear of the load. Do not stand on, under,
or near a load, and be alert to dangers from
falling and moving loads, and the potential for
snagging.
6. Maintain and store sling properly. The sling
should be protected from mechanical, chemical
and environmental damage.
General
Information
GENERAL OSHA & MANUFACTURER
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL SLINGS
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