Construction Approval
Re-Test Frequency and
Is testing
Lifting
before first
Devices
Pad eyes
Wall, hull, floor, beam, etc
mount type pad eyes only
(Excluding CCU Pad Eyes)
Wire Rope Slings
and
Stingers
Nylon Slings / Pallet Straps
(Synthetic Slings)
Shackles
Regulatory
If yes, what Method (Load, NDT, Code or
required testing Visual Inspection) Standard
method?
use?
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual
1 Year - visual certification by a
Qualified Inspector to the degree
deemed necessary by the Qualified
Inspector
5 Year - Proof load test to 1.5 times
Proof test to 1.5 the SWL or rated design, visual
times the SWL, inspection,
visual inspection ASME, OSHA,
Yes
and pre and post 5 Year NDT- performed at the AWS D1.1
NDT by a Qualified discretion of Qualified Inspector
Inspector (Required if no record on file)
Deficient Padeyes lockout (LOTO)
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual
Proof load test to 2
times the SWL and 1 Year – (from in service date) ASME, API RP
Yes
visual inspection by Replace or conduct an annual 3rd 2D, OSHA, BP
a qualified party proof load test to 2 times the
inspector SWL and visual inspection by a
qualified inspector.
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual
Proof Load tested
by Manufacturer 1 Year (from in service date) -
Discard and replace nylon / synthetic
ASME, OSHA,
Yes slings.
visual inspection by API RP 2D, BP
a qualified Heavy soiled/oiled/UV damaged/cut or
inspector torn slings to be discarded
immediately.
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
Proof load test to 2
by a qualified individual API RP 2D,
Yes times the SWL and
visual inspection by ASME, OSHA, BP
a qualified 1 year - Visual recertification
inspector inspection by a qualified inspector

Spreader Bars
Cargo Carrying Unit (CCU)
Portable Offshore Units
Baskets, skids, skid mounted
equipment, cabins, boxes,
pallet types, reels and skid
mounted types, tanks all types.
ISO type lifting Points
Prohibited
NOTE: EXCLUDES
PERSONNEL BASKETS
(X-904)
Trolleys
Monorails
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual
Proof load test to 2
times the SWL, 1 Year - visual certification by a
Yes visual inspection Qualified Inspector to the degree ASME, OSHA
and NDT by deemed necessary by the Qualified
qualified person. Inspector
5 Year – Proof load test to 2 times the
SWL, Visual inspection and NDT by
Qualified Inspector
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual
Visual inspection
prior to each use. 12 months – Visual inspection by a
Qualified Inspector and NDT required
Proof Load test to 2
times max gross 5 Year – Proof load test to 2 times the
MGW (maximum gross weight), Visual
Yes weight, NDT ASME, DNV, BP
inspection inspection and NDT by Qualified
conducted by Inspector
qualified person. After modification or repair – Proof
load test to 2 times the MGW
(maximum gross weight), Visual
inspection and NDT by Qualified
Inspector
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual
1 Year - visual certification by a
Qualified Inspector to the degree
deemed necessary by the Qualified
Inspector
Proof load test to
125 % of SWL, 5 Year - Proof load testing to 125 % of
Yes visual inspection the SWL, visual inspection API RP 2D,
and NDT by a ASME,
Qualified Inspector NDT- performed at the discretion of OSHA,OGP
Qualified Inspector
5 Year Integrity Check- Discard
older equipment to ensure
adequate safety factors are
maintained
Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual
1 Year - visual certification by a
Proof load test to Qualified Inspector to the degree API RP 2D,
125 % of SWL, deemed necessary by the Qualified ASME, OSHA
Yes visual inspection Inspector
and NDT by a
5 Year - Proof load test to 125 % of
Qualified Inspector
the SWL, visual inspection
NDT- performed at the discretion of
Qualified Inspector
 Prior to each use - Visual inspection
by a qualified individual and
consultation of operating manual for
proper configuration.
Proof load test to
125 % of SWL, 1 Year - Proof load tested to 125 % of
Chain Fall / Hoist Yes visual inspection the SWL and visual inspection by a ASME, OSHA, BP
by a Qualified Qualified Inspector
Inspector
5 Year Integrity Check- Discard
older equipment to ensure
adequate safety factors are
maintained

Eye Bolts with Threaded Prior to each use visual inspection by ANSI / ASME
No Inspected by qualified person. 1 year inspection.
Rods Manufacturer B30.26-2010
See guide for inspection in ASME
B30.26-2.8.4

Prior to each use - Visual inspection

By Manufacturer. by a qualified individual ASME B30.26-4
Master Links, all type Rings
Yes 1 year inspection and tested when
and Swivels And by Rigging
attached to sling rigging set proof BP
Supply Company
tested to 2 times rated load. (same as
slings)

Prior to each use - Visual inspection

Rigging Blocks all Types
Inspection by by a qualified individual
qualified person ASME B30.26-5
NO In service date: Annual Inspection
and certification by qualified inspector.
BP
Proof tested 1.5 times rated capacity.
Review ASME B30.26-5.8.4 for
removal from service.

Prior to each use - Visual inspection

Proof load test to by a qualified individual
125 percent of
SWL, visual 1 Year - visual certification by a
inspection and Qualified Inspector to the degree
Tripods & A-Frames Yes NDT by a Qualified deemed necessary by the Qualified ASME
Inspector Inspector
5 Year - Proof load testing to 125
percent of the SWL, visual inspection
and NDT by a Qualified Inspector

Note: Any lifting & rigging equipment that is found to be defective should be tagged out of
service immediately and properly discarded or repaired.
 PADEYE INSPECTION CRITERIA
Inspection Criteria Applicable Standards
• Damage • ASME
• Corrosion • OSHA
• Cracks • AWS D1.1

Holes are not within

industry standards. Pad
eye hole ID must be 6 to
10% larger than the OD
shackle pin OD size.

• Bending or twisting
• Ensure there are no jagged or flame cut eyes
• Correct and legible tag information

Most Common Causes of Damage

• Damage due to misuse
1. Deformation due to overload or improper lifting
• Effects of the environment
1. Severe corrosion, Pitting or metal loss, Abrasions from side loading,
 WIRE
ROPE
SLING

INSPECTION

CRITERIA
 NYLON SLING INSPECTION CRITERIA

SHACKLE INSPECTION CRITERIA

SHACKLE INSPECTION CRITERIA
 SPREADER BAR INSPECTION
Inspection Criteria
• Damage
• Corrosion
• Smooth boreholes (pad eyes)
• Cracks
• Security of weld / bolts
• Wear
• Deformation
• Correct and legible tag information

Most Common Causes of Damage

• Damage due to misuse
2. Bent or broken pad eyes or supports
3. Deformation due to overload or improper lifting
• Effects of the environment
1. Severe corrosion
2. Pitting or metal loss

Applicable Standards
• ASME
• OSHA
 CARGO CARRYING UNIT INSPECTION CRITERIA

Applicable Standards
• BP
• DNV 2.7-1
• ASME B30.20
TROLLEY BEAM INSPECTION CRITERIA
MONORAIL INSPECTION CRITERIA
 CHAINFALL / HOIST INSPECTION CRITERIA

Inspection Criteria
• Damage
• Corrosion
• Cracks
• Chain condition
• Sheave or pinion wear

• Hook deformation
• Correct and legible tag information

Most Common Causes of Damage

• Damage due to misuse
1. Deformation due to overload or improper lifting
• Effects of the environment
1. Severe corrosion
2. Pitting or metal loss

Applicable Standards
• ASME
• OSHA
• BP
 A-FRAME INSPECTION CRITERIA
Inspection Criteria
• Damage
• Corrosion
• Cracks
• Sheave or pinion wear
• Loose or missing bolts, nuts or rivets
• Operation of limiting devices (if installed)
• Correct and legible tag information

Most Common Causes of Damage

• Damage due to misuse
1. Deformation due to overload or improper lifting
• Effects of the environment
1. Severe corrosion
2. Pitting or metal loss

Applicable Standards
• ASME