Lifting tackles are critical components that must undergo a structured inspection process to ensure they are free from defects and capable of handling their rated loads
- Chain showing cracks, stretches, severe nicks, gouges, welding splattered or deformed master links, coupling links, chains must be discarded.
- One leg of a double or triple chain sling is longer than the others must be discarded.
- Chain size at any point of any link is less than stated in the chart as per norms must be discarded
- Breaking of large number of wires as per norms
- Reduction in rope diameter as per norms
- Kinking, crushing or any damage resulting in distortion of the wire rope must be discarded
- End attachments that are cracked, worn or deformed.
- Corrosion of the rope or end attachments.
- Acid or caustic burns on the synthetic sling.
- Melting, charring, snags, punctures, tears, or cuts of any part of the synthetic sling’s surface must be discarded.
- Stitching is broken or worn.
- Stretched synthetic slings must be discarded.
- Hooks have been opened more than 25% of the normal throat opening measured at the narrowest point or twisted more than 10 degrees from the plane of the unbent hook.
- Inspect for damage, distortion and cracking.
- Look for worn or flattened threads, rusting freedom of moving parts.
- Check that all rivets etc, are firmly in place.
- Test that the block will lock when subject to the designated load.
- Ensure that all moving parts are free and that there is no contamination inside the block.
- Carry out a visual inspection to ensure that the pulley wheels are of the correct size for the ropes.
- Purpose of Inspection: Clearly state the purpose and scope of the inspection.
- Date and Time of Inspection: Mention the date, time, and location of the inspection.
- Inspection Team: List the names and designations of the inspection team members.
- Documents Required for Inspection: List the required documents, such as design, drawings, certificates, etc.
- Inspection Activities: Describe the inspections and tests conducted during the inspection.
- Findings and Recommendations: Summarize the inspection findings and recommendations.
- Inspection Report: Attach a copy of the inspection report.
- Conformity and Non-Conformity: Mention any conformity and non-conformity observed.
- Corrective Action: Outline the corrective action plan for non-conformities.
- Inspection Frequency: Specify the frequency and schedule of inspections.
- Responsible Person: Identify the person responsible for the inspection.
- Inspection Records: Describe how inspection records will be maintained.
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