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NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION

GENERAL ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION

GES I.07

INSPECTION OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT

Rev Date Description Checked Approved


0 1999 Issued for Implementation DL

Compiled by Teknica (UK) Ltd


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INDEX
SEC TITLE PAGE

1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION 3

1.1 Introduction 3
1.2 Other NOC Specifications 3
1.3 Codes and Standards 3

2.0 DEFINITIONS 3

2.1 Technical 3
2.2 Contractual 4

3.0 BASIC INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS 5

3.1 Reasons for Inspection 5


3.2 Identification Requirements 6
3.3 Frequency and Time of Inspection 6

4.0 INSPECTION SPECIFICS 7

4.1 Crane Foundations 7


4.2 Crane Supporting Steelwork 8
4.3 Hoists & Cranes 9
4.4 Chain Hoists 10
4.5 Mobile Cranes 10
4.6 Fork Lift Trucks 11
4.7 Other Equipment 11
4.8 Inspection of Ropes, Chains & Slings 11

5.0 LOAD TESTING 12

5.1 Calibration Requirements 12

6.0 RECORDS 12
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1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION

1.1 Introduction

1.1.1 This specification covers the minimum requirements for inspecting and verifying the condition of lifting
equipment and auxiliary devices.

1.1.2 The purpose of this specification is to improve reliability and safety of all lifting devices by minimising failure
risk.

1.2 Other NOC Specifications

1.2.1 Where indicated in this specification the following additional NOC specification shall apply:

GES M.11 Overhead and Gantry Cranes

1.3 Codes and Standards

This specification has been based upon European legislation in respect to statutory requirements for lifting
equipment and the following document.

SI:2307 (1998) Lifting Operations and Equipment Regulations.

Reference must be made within the maintenance manuals or data books issued by the original equipment
manufacturer (O.E.M.) of details of any specific standards that individual items of equipment or parts thereof
will have been manufactured to, such as BS, API, DIN, JIS etc., dependant upon the country of origin.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

2.1 Technical

2.1.1 Lifting Device

This relates to any item used to perform, or assist in, a lifting action, whereby materials or an object is raised,
or lowered, from one elevation to another.

Cranes

A mechanical device for the lifting of objects within a predetermined weight range known as the safe working
load.

Mobile Crane

A crane that is able to move around a site whilst actually under load. The safe working load that can be safely
transported will vary according to the angle of the jib and the radial position to the horizontal axis. The
maximum safe working load will always be reduced for a crane in motion, compared with the maximum
capability of the crane in a static position. A mobile crane may have a mechanical or hydraulic method of
lifting.
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Bridge Cranes

Bridge cranes are able to move with a load, however, they are restricted in their travel to the extent of their
rails and tracks. Bridge cranes run along elevated track ways that must themselves be capable of carrying the
full safe working load. In addition the hoist used to lift the weight is mounted onto a bogey, or trolley, that
operates laterally on the crane bridging structure. This enables the crane to traverse in a forward/reverse mode
and a left/right mode.

Gantry Cranes

Gantry cranes incorporate a structure that allows lateral movement of an hoist whilst at the same time offers
some other directional movement. Typically a gantry crane will consist of a horizontal beam, upon which the
hoist is mounted, fixed to “A” frames that can be mobile or static. An alternative , simple gantry frame is one
that is mounted onto a stanchion and allows a pivotal movement in an arc around the stanchion, with a lateral
movement of the hoist on the horizontal beam.

Hoists

Hoists are devices used to lift loads and usually consist of a driver, gearing and sheaves that result in a
mechanical advantage, plus a load hook suspended on a wire rope or chain. Hoists may be motor or hand
operated. Hand powered hoists are commonly called chain hoists or block and tackle.

Passenger and Goods Hoists (Lifts)

These are hoists that contain an enclosed platform, or carriage, fitted with interlocks and other safety devices,
to ensure a predetermined number of passengers, or load, can be elevated in a safe and secure manner. The
carriage, or lift, operates within a confining structure fitted with emergency equipment to prevent runaway
situations in the event of brake or cable failure.

Lifting Frames

These are fabricated structures used to help spread the load more evenly during a lift, and to ensure an odd
shaped, or imbalanced, piece of equipment is lifted safely. These may be produced for the sole purpose of
ensuring a safe lift of a piece of equipment for installation purposes only, and then scrapped, or they may be
routinely used for lifting items where it is more convenient or safer to use a frame instead of slings alone.

Fork Lift Trucks

A fork lift truck is defined as a mobile industrial truck powered by a battery or an internal combustion engine.
The term “fork lift” relates to the lifting platform in front of the truck that in its lowered position can slide
under pallets or skids and lift them to a transport or unloading position. They are frequently fitted with special
lifting devices, such as barrel clamps, or crane hook assemblies. Any reference to fork lift within this
specification is relevant to the lifting mechanism and any temporary or permanent attachment used in the
actual process of lifting.

2.2 Contractual

The commercial terms used in this specification are defined as follows:

Owner

The oil and gas company, an associate or subsidiary, who is the end user of the equipment and facilities.

Vendor

The company supplying the equipment and material.


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Contractor

The main Contractor for a defined piece of work.

Sub-Contractor

A company awarded a contract by a Contractor to do part of the work awarded to the Contractor.

Inspection Authority

The organisation representing the Owner or Vendor/Contractor that verifies that the equipment and facilities
have been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with the requirements of this specification
and the Purchase Order/Contract.

Inspector

A qualified individual representing the Owner, Vendor/Contractor or the assigned Inspection Authority, who
verifies that the equipment and facilities have been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance
with the requirements of this specification and the Purchase Order/Contract.

3.0 BASIC INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Reasons for Inspection

3.1.1 The primary reason for inspection of lifting equipment and associated devices, is to determine the physical
condition of the equipment. With this information established, accident prevention can be improved;
continuity and efficiency of operation can be maintained and maintenance costs can be reduced.

3.1.2 Failure to inspect and maintain lifting equipment may result in loss of life. It is essential that all the
requirements of this specification are adhered to in full.

3.1.3 Cranes, hoists, other lifting devices or auxiliary equipment such as ropes and slings, are subject to deterioration
from three major causes, i.e. wear and tear, atmospheric corrosion, abuse.

3.1.4 Corrosion is accelerated due to degradation or absence of protective barriers such as paints, films, or coatings.
Corrosion may not always occur in areas readily visible to the eye. Some disassembly work may be required
for special inspection. Unless such inspections are carried out periodically, affected areas and components will
suffer premature failure and costly repairs.

3.1.5 Wear of moving parts is caused by metal-to-metal contact resulting from lack of lubrication. A lubricant is
ineffective when it is not suited for the service, when it becomes contaminated, when it is not applied in
sufficient quantities or deteriorates due to age.

3.1.6 The most common types of mishandling (abuse) are:

1) the use of equipment for which it was not designed.

2) exceeding the rated capacity of the lifting equipment.

3) equipment being operated by unqualified personnel.

When capacity is exceeded, or the equipment is used in a way that it was not intended, a not so obvious but
potentially dangerous stressing and deformation of various parts, such as chains, hooks, wire ropes, and brakes
may occur.
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3.1.7 Because special lifting devices may be complex, the manufacturers recommended operational and
maintenance instructions shall be followed as a minimum. These manuals can be used as an aid to predict the
types of failures that may occur and how to effect a satisfactory repair. By relating this information to the
specific experiences at the site, very effective preventive maintenance schedules can be prepared and
implemented.

3.1.8 In all inspections it is essential to remember that the safety of lift is only guaranteed by the integrity of the
weakest component involved in the lifting process. This may be as small as an hydraulic seal, which if
deteriorated, will not function correctly and allow hydraulic piston creepage to occur or even a catastrophic
failure of the lift.

3.2 Identification Requirements

3.2.1 All lifting equipment on a site shall be formally registered. This includes main items, such as cranes, fork lift
trucks, mobile platforms, goods and passenger hoists, etc. and auxiliary items such as chains, slings, wire
ropes, spreader bars, lifting frames, barrel clamps, etc.

3.2.2 Each item of equipment shall be marked with an identifier corresponding to the register, such as an equipment
tag number, that is permanently affixed to the item of equipment. The information on the tag shall include the
safe working load and serial number of the item. The register shall contain any details of make, model and
serial numbers.

3.2.3 The register shall define the location where the equipment is installed, if a permanent fixture, and if the
equipment is transportable or mobile, then the details of the department or plant unit responsible for the
equipment must be defined.

3.2.4 All safe working/ operation instructions shall be checked to confirm they are still legible and complete. On
passenger hoists the maximum number of people allowed to use the hoist must be clearly displayed.

3.2.5 It is the responsibility of the plant unit superintendent, or other designated responsible person, to maintain the
traceability and identity of all equipment registered to them, or their section, to ensure that the equipment is
kept in a serviceable condition.

3.3 Frequency and Time of Inspection

3.3.1 Inspection intervals of hoists, cranes and lifting devices are to be determined by usage, environmental
conditions, legislative requirements and historical performance records. Where there are defined manufacturers
maintenance guidelines for the general upkeep of a lifting device, then it is expected, and required, that the
prescribed inspection and maintenance is carried out, irrespective of any additional requirements included
within this specification.

3.3.2 All principal lifting devices and equipment shall be subjected to an inspection at least annually to verify the
basic condition, and all ancillary items such as chains ropes and slings shall be inspected every 6 months, to
ensure safety, continued identification and traceability. Any item not located must be formally recorded as
non-conforming and a bulletin issued to all plant supervisors in order to ensure it is located and to enable them
to alert their staff that the item is now considered unfit for use. Every effort must be made to trace all
equipment in order to ensure that its inspection status remains valid.

3.3.3 In addition to any required routine maintenance and inspection, there must be in place a further defined
mandatory schedule for full performance, proof load testing and condition verification.

3.3.4 No equipment may be used beyond its specified mandatory full inspection and proof load re-testing date.

3.3.5 The routine inspections may be postponed by up to 1 calendar month in exceptional circumstances, and with
the written consent of the Plant Superintendent. If inspection does not take place within the extended time
frame, then the equipment must be taken out of service until such time as the inspection can take place.
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3.3.6 For major items, e.g. elevators, mobile cranes, and heavy lift equipment, it will be necessary to develop a 10-
year plan of inspection and maintenance, with major overhauls to be undertaken as specified below, in addition
to the annual and/or mandatory routine inspections.

3.3.7 All lifting equipment, devices and ancillaries, must be proof load tested every four (4) years by a competent
person and also after any repairs or substantial alteration has been carried out on the device. PROOF LOADS
are essentially an overload to the safe working load, 25% overload for electrically operated devices, overhead
and gantry cranes, lift frames and hoists, 50% overload for mechanically operated devices such as plate grabs
and 100% overload for chains, ropes, slings, shackles, swivels and other loose items.

3.3.8 All passenger hoists/lifts shall have their wire cables replaced at least every ten (10) years or the life span
specified by the manufacturer, whichever is less, from its commissioning date. Similarly all shafts, pulleys
and gear boxes shall be subjected to a full inspection and overhaul every ten (10) years or the manufacturers
suggested time period, whichever is less, in addition to normal inspection and maintenance schedules.

3.3.9 The safe working load or loads and other means of identification shall be plainly marked on every crane, grab,
winch, pulley block, or other such device. Cranes of variable operating radii shall have the safe working load
relative to the various operating radii marked on an indicator clearly visible to the operator.

4.0 INSPECTION SPECIFICS

4.1 Crane Foundations

All foundations supporting any lifting device, elevator, bridge or gantry crane, shall be inspected annually as
part of the mandatory inspection. Foundations shall be checked for the following:

4.1.1 Settlement

To determine if settlement has taken place, reference points on the foundation are to be checked against known
benchmarks. A record of all elevations is to be retained by the Inspector and checks repeated annually to
determine if any significant trend in movement is occurring. Change in elevation is not in itself serious, unless
it is displaces the structure it is supporting, creating a twist in the overall crane or lifting device support. Any
movement of columns out of plumb are to be considered significant as this allows the load stresses to be
imposed at an angle other than vertical to the foundation.

4.1.2 Cracking

Foundations are to be checked for cracking annually. Cracks may be masked by build up of dirt and suspect
areas are to be cleaned to evaluate the full extent of cracking. It must be determined if cracks found are
superficial, or as a result of stress through uneven support or settlement. On large cracks the Inspector must
establish if there is any exposure of the foundation reinforcement bars and if they are corroded, usually
evidenced by rust staining in the crack area.
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4.1.3 Disintegration

Disintegration may be in the form of spalling, calcining, or attack by salt water, alkalies or acids. The results
of disintegration can generally be determined by visual examination. The depth and extent of disintegration
can be determined by chipping or scraping. Sufficient investigation is to be carried out to determine if the
reinforcing steel has been exposed and is suffering from corrosion.

Any damaged concrete foundations are to be recorded and details of the findings reported to the Plant
Superintendent for further evaluation by a Civil Engineer.

4.2 Crane Supporting Steelwork

All structural steelwork supporting cranes is to be checked for corrosion and distortion as part of the
mandatory inspection for overhead bridge cranes and column mounted gantry cranes. These structures are
subject to the following types of deterioration:

4.2.1 Corrosion

All supporting members are to be examined thoroughly for corrosion. The condition may be found by close
visual inspection, by tapping or by picking at suspect areas with a sharp pointed scraper. Where the corrosion
is of appreciable depth, thickness measurements are to be taken ultrasonically or with transfer callipers to
ensure that the part has not become unduly weakened.

Rivets and bolts are to be examined for corrosion. Foundation Bolts set in concrete are to be examined
carefully for corrosion at the point of contact, as a rapid form of crevice corrosion may occur at this point.

Crevices are to be examined closely, as water can collect and cause hidden corrosion. Such crevices exist at
bracket connections, around bolts and nuts, between beams and support angles and at other support
connections. These points can be checked by picking with a sharp pointed scraper or knife and by tapping
with a hammer.

On painted surfaces, corrosion may exist under the paint film. Rust stains that show through, or where there is
a general lifting of the paint film in an area, are evidences of such corrosion. These places are to be
investigated by removing the paint film with a scraper.

Structural members that are protected against fire by being encased in brick, concrete or insulation may
corrode beneath the protective coating. Brick or concrete coverings should be examined for spalling and
cracks that may admit moisture and for tightness of the bond at the ends of the covering. Insulation coverings
should be examined to ensure that they are properly sealed at the ends and that the waterproofing is intact. If
defects are found in any protective covering that may cause moisture or corrosive substances to be admitted,
small areas of the covering in suspected locations should be removed to permit examination of the steel
member.

4.2.2 Mechanical Faults

The most common mechanical faults are loose or broken bolts and rivets, loose or damaged tie bars, cracks at
welded joints and distortion of structural elements as a result of overloading or uneven settlement.

Bolts, rivets and tie bars are to be examined for looseness, distortion or breakage. Tapping the head of the bolt
or rivet on one side while holding a finger against the other side of the same head, will reveal looseness.
Broken bolts and rivets can usually be discovered visually or by tapping with a hammer. Loose bolts may also
be found by applying a wrench to the nut to determine whether or not it can be tightened. Any loose bolts and
rivets are to be replaced with new ones of the correct specification.

Welds shall be examined for cracks. Visual examination, supplemented by scraping with a pointed scraper or
by wire brushing, will usually reveal cracks. Where doubt exists, the welds shall be subject to magnetic-
particle or dye penetrant inspection.
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Severe distortion of structural members can be determined by visual examination. Many smaller distortions
may be found by sighting along the member. A plumb bob and line will reveal small distortions on vertical
members, a tightly stretched line may reveal small distortions in other than vertical members. If a stretched
line is too long, it may not be reliable to determine straightness. In this case surveyor’s equipment should be
used.

Uneven settlement of foundations will cause structures to become out-of-plumb and may cause buckling or
distortion of some members, particularly cross-bracing. A plumb bob and line may be used to determine an
out-of-plumb structure or column. A surveyor’s transit may also be used to determine an out-of-plumb
structure by taking sights from the bottom to the top of the column. This should be undertaken by an
experienced surveyor.

4.2.3 Wear

All crane tracks are to be examined for wear and stress cracking. The action of crane wheels on the tracks
whilst moving under load, will set up galling, which will allow surface cracking to occur. In the worst cases
this surface cracking can propagate to other parts of the tracks and will typically fracture in the area of joints.

The condition of trolley, or carriage stops is to be checked for damage and excessive wear. These are
essentially a safety device to prevent overrun of the crane or its lifting mechanism. There must be no evidence
of cracking or tearing of the stop joint with the track. Any mounting bolts must be examined for wear and
evidence of shear. As part of major overhauls these holding down bolts should be replaced.

Trolley and carriage wheels are to be checked for flat spots or cracks. Any evidence of either requires
replacement.

4.3 Hoists and Cranes

4.3.1 Following inspection of the structural work and trolley beams, a general visual check is to be made of all
exposed parts of the hoist or crane. The main items to look for are corrosion, distortion and cracks or breaks.
A check must be made to determine that the equipment is lubricated properly in line with manufacturers
recommendations.

4.3.2 All wire rope is to be inspected visually for evidence of fraying, flattening, kinking and improper lubrication.
Improper lubrication can be suspected if the wire rope appears dry or corroded; corrosion could also be a result
of exposure of the wire rope to an environment for which it is not suited. Particular attention should be given
to wire rope when the bight is an equalizing sheave, because of the concentrated loading and wear at that
point. Any wire rope which has been in contact with uninsulated electrical sources is to be examined very
carefully for evidence of burning or weakening from heat. Wire rope end fittings shall be inspected for
tightness, splices shall be inspected for pulled strands.

4.3.3 The hoisting mechanism is to be operated with and without load. The operation is to be observed for evidence
of worn or broken parts, which will be revealed by lack of smoothness in operation. All automatic travel limit
switches shall be checked for corrosion or distortion and proper adjustment.

4.3.4 Steam hoists and air hoists shall be inspected as cranes and hoists, with particular emphasis placed on
inspection of brakes, clutch bands, ratchet, ratchet lever and throttle. Many of these hoists operate with the
load cable contacting rough terrain on a horizontal pull. A careful inspection of the load cable shall be made
for evidence of abrasion or corrosion.

4.3.5 All safety devices fitted to hoists shall be examined to ensure they are in a satisfactory condition and fully
functional. Any travel limiting device shall be checked for function and each electrical termination checked
for wear and soundness. All interlocking devices must be fitted and fully functional. Each device shall be
tested to confirm operability. On passenger hoists the speed governor is to be fully tested at least every five (5)
years or the manufacturer's suggested test span, whichever is less.
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4.4 Chain Hoists

4.4.1 Chain hoists shall be checked by operating with and without load. The operation is to be observed for
evidence of worn, broken or distorted parts which will be revealed by undue friction, slipping or jerking.
Pockets of load sheaves are to be checked for excessive wear and proper engagement with the load chain. The
load brake pawl must engage the ratchet properly, the pawl, ratchet, spring and pawl stud are to be checked for
excessive wear and security. The brake friction disk and plate thicknesses are to be noted and the brake
checked by operating the hoist with and without load. The brake must hold the load at all positions. The hand
chain guard is to be checked for cracks, breaks or distortion. Internal gearing is to be inspected for wear or
breakage, if indicated by faulty operation, or at any time the hoist is sent for repair.

4.4.2 A stretched or worn load chain will cause the load wheel to bind, drag or jerk. Load chains shall be visually
inspected for evidence of stretching. If stretching is suspected, the section appearing stretched shall be
measured over a specific number of links and this measurement compared against a similar measurement taken
at the dead end of the chain. Chain wear and corrosion can be checked visually. These effects can be
measured in the same manner as checking the stretch. The decision to retire a chain from service shall be
made when it does not properly engage the load sheave pockets; however, other factors may be cause for
retirement before this point is reached.

4.5 Mobile Cranes

4.5.1 Mobile cranes shall be inspected in the same way as overhead cranes. In addition, booms, outriggers, tie rods
and braces shall be checked for corrosion, distortion and cracked members or welds. Booms shall be
examined for evidence of cables rubbing against them. Many defects in the operating mechanism can be
found by operating the crane with and without a load and noticing the smoothness of operation. The drums,
pulleys, pins, sheaves, bushings and levers on this type of unit will quickly show the results of wear or
distortion and adjustment. Grounding cables shall have good metal-to-metal contact and must be inspected for
breaks or fraying. The Inspector can make valuable use of information obtained from the equipment operator
concerning malfunctions or possible damage incurred by unusual operating conditions.

4.5.2 All hydraulic pipes and equipment shall be examined for evidence of leaking and general condition. Each
hydraulic ram must be extended to its full length and checked for wear, corrosion, leaking seals, deterioration
of wipers, dents, scoring (both lateral and radial), and any evidence of over stressing, typified by the early
signs of buckling, such as a rippling of the surface. This test shall be conducted without load initially to verify
the general condition of the rams before applying test loads.

4.5.3 All flexible hydraulic hoses shall be examined for damage, cracking, cuts, abrasions, kinks, chafing, evidence
of leaks and that they are of the correct pressure rating. All couplings and terminations shall be examined for
tightness and evidence of any leakage, crossed threads, dents, or other damage.

4.5.4 Hydraulic pumps and control manifolds shall be examined for damage, leaks, corrosion, and deterioration of
rubber seals and wipers. Hydraulic reservoirs shall be checked for contamination and samples of hydraulic
fluids taken to determine a clean and uncontaminated condition.
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4.6 Fork Lift Trucks

4.6.1 This section applies to all mobile lifting equipment fitted with a mast, to which additional attachments are
fitted, either on a permanent or temporary basis.

4.6.2 The mast shall be checked for wear. The Inspector shall check the rollers and guides for damage or excessive
wear. The rollers are checked by observing their performance with and without load. Check and confirm that
all tilt jack seals, pistons and wipers are in a good condition, free from damage or leaks. Visually check all
mast welds for evidence of cracking, this can be supplemented by dye penetrant or magnetic particle
inspection in suspect areas.

4.6.3 The reach carriage (where fitted), all bushes, rollers, and wear pads shall be checked for wear.

4.6.4 All forks and other attachments used for lifting with the truck shall be examined for wear, distortion damage
and over stressing. Forks shall be examined for bending beyond their as produced angle (normally 90°). The
root areas shall be examined for cracks and the entire area of each fork checked for gouges that can act as
stress raisers. Any evidence of arc burns through accidental electrical discharges (typically from welding) is
cause for rejection. Barrel clamps shall be examined for wear and damage. All hydraulic connections shall be
checked for tightness and absence of damage or leaks. The operational function shall be checked to ensure
there is no hydraulic creepage of the clamp under load.

4.7 Other Equipment

4.7.1 Hooks, purchases, swivels and other accessories which are not an integral part of cranes or hoists shall be
inspected visually. Common defects are: enlarged throat opening of hooks, distortion, corrosion and wear.
Hook throat openings can be measured; comparison with the manufacturer’s original dimensions will indicate
the amount of enlargement.

4.7.2 All lifting devices, e.g. plate grabs, fly jibs, spreader bars, lifting shackles and swivels, lifting beams and
frames, shall be examined for wear and damage. Where damage or wear is found it must be assessed for
influence on the integrity of the item. Where it is suspected that an item is worn or damaged to an appreciable
amount, then a full load test shall be conducted.

4.7.3 If a piece of lifting equipment is suspected of being cracked, or if its soundness from subsurface defects must
be ascertained, it can be subjected to non-destructive inspection methods such as magnetic particle, dye
penetrant, ultrasonic or radiographic inspection.

4.7.4 Load indicators where fitted onto cranes and hoists shall be examined for condition and damage. Their
operation is to be verified as part of load testing requirements.

4.8 Inspection of ropes, chains and slings

4.8.1 All ropes, chains and slings must be tagged with a formal tag, or clearly stamped with safe working load and
identification number. The Inspector is required to ensure that the item is included on the register of lifting
devices and that the identification is fully legible. At the option of the Plant Superintendent a colour code
scheme may be applied to readily identify “In Service” status. A formal record shall be maintained up to date
by the custodian of the equipment.

4.8.2 Each item shall be examined for wear, damage, flattening and distortion or stretching. Special attention shall
be taken to the ends of each rope or sling to ensure there is no fraying or damage.

4.8.3 All ferrules and sockets shall be inspected for any evidence of movement of the cable or rope. On wire ropes
there must be no evidence of rusting within the ferrules or sockets and any galvanized items must be in a
satisfactory condition.

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5.1 Calibration Requirements

5.1.1 All weights to be used for load testing shall have known traceability to National or International standards.
Each weight in use must be traceable back to its original certificate of proof testing.

5.1.2 Working standards can be prepared from master weights provided the traceability to National or International
standards is maintained.

6.0 RECORDS

6.1 There shall be in place, formal records of each piece of lifting equipment, lifting device, and ancillary items
such as chains, slings,etc. The record shall include:

Description of equipment

Identification mark of equipment

Name of custodian of equipment and its location

Date of the most recent test and examination or test and thorough examination:
and date and number or other identification of the Record issued on that occasion:

Safe working load or loads and where relevant, corresponding radii

Details of any defects found (if none state NONE)

Date(s) by which the defects described above must be rectified.

Any other observations

What parts, if any, were inaccessible? (to be completed only after a thorough examination ).

Latest date by which the next thorough examination must be carried out.

A declaration that the equipment described in the Record was thoroughly examined in accordance with the
appropriate provisions and found free from any defect likely to affect safety, other than those listed, and that
the record particulars are correct.

Signature or other authentication

Name and address of person authenticating the Record (if not Owners personnel)

Date of making the Record

Name and address of person responsible for the thorough examination

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