Ropes, Chains and Slings Are Not Maintenance-Free
Like anything else, slings, chains, wire ropes and other ropes can fail, with disastrous consequences for workers. Putting blind trust in these devices is foolhardy. They need to be inspected for damage or defects regularly—in some cases as frequently as before each use.
Did you know that even a tiny cut on the end of a lanyard can cause as much as a 40 percent loss of strength?
A competent person needs to inspect slings, chains and ropes for the following signs of damage:
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