BOLTS: All bolts should have sufficient plain length to pass through half the component. Check integrity & tightness.

NUTS: All nuts when tightened should have 2 threads protruding. All nits should be locked with Loctite grade 270, nylon insert, or self-cleaving. Check for integrity & tightness.

CHAIN: All chain should be tested in accordance with ASME B30.9 recommendations.

Wire Rope Sling in a Choker Hitch

WIRE ROPE SLING BASKET REDUCTIONS

ALLOY LIFTING CHAIN BASKET REDUCTIONS

Since 30° is the lowest horizontal sling angle that you can use when rigging, the horizontal angles on this table below start at 30°

Hooks having any of the following conditions shall be removed from service until repaired or replaced:

1. Deformation - any visibly apparent bend or twist from the plane of the unbent hook
2. Throat Opening - Any distortion causing an increase in throat opening of 5%, not to exceed ¼” or as recommended by the manufacturer
3. Wear - Any wear exceeding 10% (or as recommended by the manufacturer) of the original section dimension of the hook or its load pin

When sideloading a shackle with a single leg, the WLL will need to be reduced in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

Tightening the Pin in a Screw Pin Shackle

ASME B30.26 has the following statement regarding screw pin shackles:
The screw pin threads shall be fully engaged and tight and the shoulder should be in contact with the shackle body.
Thus, contrary to popular belief, you should never back off the screw pin before use. The shackle pin should be a minimum of hand tight before the lift begins.

SHACKLE INSPECTION

CARBON

Shackles are designed and rated for in-line applied tension. You can attach multiple slings in the body of the shackle without reducing the capacity, provided that the shackle is symmetrically loaded and the included angle does not exceed 120°.

ROUND SLINGS 194°F

WEB SLINGS 194°F

IWRC (INDEPENDENT WIRE ROPECORE) WIRE ROPE SLING 400°F

FIBER CORE WIRE ROPE SLING 180°F

CHAIN

IT'S THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROTECT EVERY SLING FROM THE LOAD

ASME B-30.9 Standard for slings states that “…Sling users SHALL be trained in the selection, inspection, cautions to personnel, effects of environment, and rigging practices…”

Sling Capabilities In Pounds

TYPICAL ROUND SLING ANATOMY

Vertical Rated Capacity	Vertical	Basket
	Minimum Shackle Size Required
2,600	1/2"	3/4"
5,300	3/4"	1"
8,400	7/8"	1-3/8"
10,600	1"	1-1/2"
13,200	1-1/4"	1-5/8"
16,800	1-3/8"	1-3/4"
21,200	1-1/2"	2"
25,000	1-5/8"	2-1/2"
31,000	1-3/4"	2-1/2"
40,000	2"	2-3/4"
53,000	2-1/2"	3"
66,000	2-1/2"	3-1/2"
90,000	3"	4"

1. a site assessment for hazards in the surroundings such as but not limited to electrical, steam, vehicles, personnel, roads, ground conditions, pedestrian traffic, narrow aisles, drop-offs, debris, floor obstructions, overhead obstructions and environmental conditions.
2. ensuring the weight of the load and its approximate center of gravity have been obtained, provided, or calculated.
3. selection of the proper rigging equipment, inspecting it and complying with the applicable operating practices according to OSHA, ASME and the manufacturer of the equipment.
4. ensure the rated load if the rigging equipment is sufficient for the load being lifted, based on the number of legs, hitch configuration, angles, manufacturers limitations and environment.
5. ensure all rigging is properly attached to hooks, shackles, slings or other load handling devices.
6. ensure all rigging equipment is adequately protected from abrasion, cutting, or other damage during load handling activity.
7. the load is rigged in a manner to ensure balance and stability during the lift activity.
8. knowing and understanding the applicable signals for the equipment in use.
9. installing and using a tag line or taglines when load control is required.

FOR USE WITH ROPE ONLY

TYPICALLY USED FOR TAGLINES
(DO NOT TIE KNOTS IN SLINGS)

Note: The value that follows "to" is up to and includes that value. For example, over 50 to 200 means up to and including 200kV.

Section 1926.1409

Power line safety (over 350kV)

The requirements of S 1926.1407 and 1926.1408 apply to power lines over 350 kV except:

a) For power lines at or below 1000kV, wherever the distance "20 feet" is specified, the distance "50 feet" must be substituted; [S 1926.1409(a)]

b) For power lines over 100kV, the minimum clearance distance must be established by the utility owner/operator or registered professional engineer who is a qualified person with respect to electrical power transmission and distribution. [S 1926.1409(b)

OSHA SAY’S IT’S USERS RESPONSIBILITY TO STAY OUT OF THE WAY OF THE LOAD THE CLOSEST YOU SHOULD GET IS ARMS REACH

Have you performed a TEST LIFT to verify stability?

Properly Rigging to the Center of Gravity

It is important that the CG is directly under the crane hook.
STABLE
The hook lift point is directly above the CG.
Lift points are ABOVE the CG.

Safe Hoist and Crane Operations

Smooth, steady application of lifting force

• Allows hoist and rigging to adjust to change
• Minimizes spin
• Reduces wear on wire and synthetic rope

NO Shock loading - A 4" DROP TRIPLES THE LOAD

MANUAL HOIST

NEVER WRAP THE CHAIN AROUND THE LOAD

THIS IS WHAT CAN HAPPEN IF YOU WRAP THE CHAIN AROUND THE LOAD
THESE HOISTS ARE ONLY MADE FOR A STRAIGHT PULL
USE SLINGS AROUND THE OBJECT BEING LIFTED

Hooks on Hoists

Required ASME B30.16/B30.21

Hooks shall be equipped with latches unless use of the latch creates a hazardous condition

THESE CHAIN FALLS ARE HOOKED AT THE BOTTOM TO THE SAME SHACKLE, BUT THE ONE ON THE RIGHT OR THE (DB) IS A GREATER DISTANCE SO IT HAS A LARGER LOAD ANGLE FACTOR.

THE LB ÷ H GIVES YOU THE LOAD ANGLE FACTOR FOR THE RIGHT SIDE.
THE LA ÷ H GIVES YOU THE LOAD ANGLE FACTOR FOR THE LEFT SIDE.

Level & Incline Planes

1. The head director must communicate to all personnel involved in the lift the lift sequence and complete process.
2. Verify or determine center of gravity of load.
3. Verify or determine weight of load.
4. Choose slings and rigging hardware that will provide sufficient capacity and load control. Use a tag line when necessary.
5. Ensure slings and rigging hardware are properly aligned or used correctly.
6. All rigging gear must be inspected prior to making the lift.
7. Determine exactly how the load will be lifted, moved and set down.
8. Consider any special environmental conditions, *wind, *heat/cold/ice (what effect do they have), *corrosive atmosphere.
9. Determine manpower requirements for the rigging crew.
10. Identify obstructions and hazards, *Power Lines, *Live chemical, Steam lines, *Traffic control, *Tight fits, *Pinch points.
11. Everyone involved with lift must: *Review plan, *Understand their role and *Sign off before lift begins.

29 CFR 1926, SUBPART N ANSI/
ASME B-30.7 SERIES

RESPONSIBILITIES

Management Responsibilities

• Make determinations of critical lifts
• Provide supervisor & employee training
• Provide safe and proper equipment for critical lifts
• Provide inspection procedures

Supervisors Responsibilities

• Follow guidelines and inspection procedures
• Supervise all critical lifts
• Ensure employees have adequate operational knowledge & experience
• Immediately remove from service any equipment that fails inspection

Employees Responsibilities

• Follow lifting & rigging procedures
• Immediately report any problems with equipment of procedures
• Not attempt any critical lifts unless authorized & approved assigned the PIC or (person in charge) need not be in the manager’s organization.