 The following procedures are offered as a guide for conducting inspections: 1. Place the sling in a position that enables the inspector to access and see every part of the sling. 2. Clean off all dirt and grease with a wire brush or rags to reveal wires and fittings. 3. Examine the entire length of the sling thoroughly, especially the parts showing the most wear. 4. Pay special attention to fittings and end attachments and areas of the sling next to these fittings. 5. Find the most worn or damaged section of the sling and carefully check it against removal criteria. 6. Label or identify all slings you’ve inspected. 7. Keep records of all inspections, including dates and conditions of slings. 8. Immediately destroy all slings you’ve rejected. 9. Store slings you want to reuse in a safe place away from damaging weather, heat and dirt.   How often to inspect
Both AMSE Standard B30.9 and OSHA require that wire ropes receive two types of inspections: 1. A daily visual inspection The person handling the sling must do this each day and should check for major damage or deterioration that would weaken the sling and for obvious signs such as broken wires, kinks, crushing, broken attachments and severe corrosion. 2. Additional inspections at regular intervals These are based on frequency of sling use, severity of service conditions, the nature of the lifts and prior experience based on service life of slings used in similar circumstances. A designated person who has a working knowledge of wire rope must conduct these inspections. Inspection shall be made at least annually and shall include a record of the inspection or of apparent conditions to provide the basis for a continuing evaluation. Inspection shall be conducted on the entire length of the sling, including splices, end attachments and fittings. |
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