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S.G.T Engineering Ltd.

NDT/Lifting Equipment Inspection

Inspection Criteria for Swivels

a. Ensure the Swivel has the Equipment Tag Number and Safe Working Load clearly and legibly
marked, and corresponds with the Manufacturer’s Certificate.

b. Inspect the swivel body for wear, distortion and corrosion.

c. Inspect the eyes of the swivel for wear, stretch and distortion.

d. Inspect the eye of the swivel for cracking at the crown of the ring.

e. Remove the jaw pin and inspect for wear deformation and cracking.

f. Ensure it is the correct pin for the swivel.

g. All dimensions must be within 5% of original dimensions

h. Ensure the swivel rotates freely.

i. The component parts of the swivel assembly shall be subjected to non-destructive testing at a
period not exceeding 2 years.

REJECTION CRITERIA
Missing or illegible Identification Number or Safe Working Load
Any mechanical damage i.e. nicks, cuts, gouges etc.
Any wear resulting in a loss of more than 5% of the original dimension
Any wear or corrosion in excess of 5% of the original dimension
Any stretch, distortion or cracking
Hard stamping with Non- low stress stamps

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