Safe work procedures - lifting equipment checklist
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Lifting gear & slings must conform to the relevant Australian Standards or other prescribed Standard
Uneven loads & loads greater than 1 tonne must be slung by or under the instruction of a qualified rigger or dogman
All commercial grade equipment must clearly display the working Load Limit (WLL)
Lifting equipment should be inspected annually by an accredited tester
Do not use out-of-test equipment
Do not overload components
Overloading of components
Cuts
Failure of components
In-service failure
Damage to equipment
Damage to load
Incompatibility of parts
Detachment from load
Detachment from crane hook
Loss of control of load
Ensure lifting gear & slings conform to the relevant Australian Standards or other prescribed Standard
Engage a qualified rigger or dogman to sling uneven loads & loads greater than 1 tonne
Ensure all commercial grade equipment clearly displays the working load limit (WLL)
STANDARDS
SELECTION
INSPECTION
TERMINAL FITTINGS
STATUTORY
HIRED OUT EQUIPMENT
Operation
- Check load charts to ensure that lifting equipment is not overloaded
- Ensure that lifting equipment and components are compatible
- Use positive closure fittings such as shackles and safety-latch hooks to ensure load is securely attached
- Check that legs of chain sling sets are not twisted, as untwisting can cause ring to roll onto hook latch and detach
- Do not put a sling out from under the load and surface. Do not allow a sling to settle between load and surface
- Do not pull sling out from under a load by mechanical means
- Keep equipment clean from dirt to maintain integrity of sling
- Wear suitable gloves to protect hands from broken wires and rough edges when handling slings
- Avoid exposing lifting equipment to salt water, heat, corrosives, or and other element that will cause damage
- Do not drive vehicles over slings, chains, ropes or fittings
- Wear gloves when handling wire ropes to prevent hand injury
Completion
- Thoroughly clean slings and fittings after use
- Ensure all worn or faulty fittings are replaced by a competent person with compatible fittings
- Check WWL of all components
- Provide secure clean-storage for lifting equipment
- Always hang slings and chain sets from pegs, enabling them to hang straight
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