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Thorough Examinations Explained: Intervals, Records and Responsibilities
A thorough examination is a systematic, detailed inspection of lifting equipment by a competent person, designed to find defects that could make the equipment unsafe. It is different from the daily pre-use check, and it...
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Inspection Wire Rope Discard Criteria: What Inspectors Look For
Wire ropes rarely fail without warning. A competent inspector looks for the signs of deterioration and compares them with the discard criteria in stan...
Inspection Chain Sling Inspection: Stretch, Wear and Damage
Alloy chain slings are tough, but they can be weakened by overload, heat, chemicals and impact. A methodical inspection catches problems before a link...
Inspection Inspecting Shackles and Hooks Correctly
Shackles and hooks connect everything else in a lifting system. Because they are small and familiar, they are often overlooked — until one fails. Shac...
