Sling materials may be susceptible to damage from caustic or acid substances or fumes. The strength of Chain Slings can be affected by chemically active environments. Damage and wear seriously reduce sling Work Load Limits.Īlways know the load weight and select the appropriate sling for the load, configuration of lift necessary to ensure load control and any chemical exposure.Īlways take into account sling angles to calculate changes in the sling Work Load Limits, when used in choker and non-perpendicular vertical, basket or bridle configurations.Įnsure that the load will not cut the sling during the lift by padding corners, edges, protrusions or abrasive surfaces with suitable materials of sufficient strength, thickness and construction. Slings and rigging products will fail if damaged, abused, misused, overused, or improperly maintained.Īny hazardous condition disclosed by an inspection shall require sling replacement. Remember, when it comes to using slings and rigging devices, lack of skill, knowledge and care can result in severe INJURY or DEATH to you and others.įailure to follow proper use, care and inspection criteria could result in severe personal injury or death. DO NOT use any sling or rigging device until you are absolutely sure of what you are doing. If you are unsure whether you are properly trained and knowledgeable or if you are unsure of what the standards and regulations require of you, ask your employer for information and/or training. The user must have sufficient training and knowledge of all applicable standards to responsibly use our products. It is important that all sling and rigging users be thoroughly familiar with the manufacturer’s recommendations and safety information that accompany the products. The user has the responsibility for proper use and application as outlined in all applicable standards and regulations. are sold with the express understanding that the purchaser and user are thoroughly familiar with the safe and proper use and application of the product. Section 9-1.1-Training states, “Chain sling users shall be trained in the selection, inspection, cautions to personnel, effects of the environment and rigging practices, covered by this chapter.”Īll Products provided by Lift-It® Manufacturing Co. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, in the ASME B30.9 Sling Safety Standard clearly establishes the requirement for training. Read and understand the information contained in this bulletin, in our catalog, on our website and follow OSHA and ASME guidelines. It is your explicit responsibility to consider all risk factors prior to using any rigging device or product. The Icon, used in our product information is done to alert sling users to potentially hazardous conditions and situations.

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