RIGGING & LIFTING HARDWARE
INSPECTION PROGRAM
Scope:
This program is designed to cover the periodic inspections, and applies on the following Rigging Equipment:
- Slings:
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Wire Rope Slings.
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Synthetic Web Slings.
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Synthetic Round Slings.
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Chain & Metal Mesh slings.
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Rigging Gears:
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Shackles
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Eyebolts
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Turn buckles.
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Lifting links.
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All Sling End fittings.
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Plate clamps.
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Hoists (Hand and Lever Operated).
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Inspection Program:
SHEBS does not represent any equipment manufacturer or dealer, however our services are performed in accordance with, company policies, including the applicable OSHA & ANSI/ASME Standards for rigging equipment.
Our inspection and/or load test services includes:
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Inspections performed on site.
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Inspections comply with applicable regulations, safety codes and standards for rigging equipment.
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Review of the customer’s rigging history file, to include records of past load tests if applicable, inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
The inspection process includes a thoroughly inspection of all Rigging equipment,
which involves performing detailed measurements of:
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Chains of slings and Hoists.
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Anchor-, Bow-, and Sling saver shackles.
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Wire rope.
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Sling end fittings.
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Load tests if applicable.
Additionally:
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Inspection of sling and hoists hooks shall include visual inspection for distortion, wear or damage.
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Recommendations for additional specialized tests (NDT, Etc,...) if applicable.
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Maintain and store inspection records for five years.
Upon completion of the inspection the SHEBS’ inspector will conduct a verbal out brief with the customer’s representative to discuss the findings and results of the inspection.
The customer’s representative will receive a report that contains all the recommendations and
deficiencies found in the inspection.
When required, a report containing the findings will be forwarded to the appropriate Customer’s Company Departments.
Inspection Duration:
Based on the quantity of Rigging equipment to be inspected.
After inspection the equipment will be equipped with tags.