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a. All cranes/hoists will inspected prior to each use/during use to make sure it is in safe operating condition. b. A monthly inspection of hooks, running ropes, and hoist chains will be made and a certification record to include date, inspector signature, and hook/rope/chain identifier will be maintained. c. Inspections of frequent (daily-monthly) and periodic (1-12 months) intervals, depending on severity of use, will be made of all cranes. d. The rated load of the crane/hoist will be plainly marked on each side of the crane. If the crane has more than one hoisting unit, each rating will be marked on the unit or its load block. e. Loads will never be swung over the heads of workers in the area. f. Tag lines must be used to control loads and keep workers away. g. Loads, booms, and rigging will be kept at least 10 feet of energized electrical lines rated 50 KV or lower unless the lines are de-energized. For lines rated greater that 50 KV the following applies. h. Job or shop hooks or other makeshift fasteners using bolts, wire, etc. will not be used. i. All slings will be inspected each day before use. Damaged or defective slings will be immediately removed from service. In addition, alloy chain slings will receive a thorough inspection periodically (at least annually). j. Alloy steel chain slings, metal mesh slings, and synthetic web slings will have permanently affixed identification, markings, or coding to show rated capacities. |
| H E A L T H A N D S A F E T Y P R O G R A M |
| Cranes/Hoists |
| Houston KACO, Inc. 7107 Peerless Street Houston, TX 77021 (713) 203-2505 |