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DOE-STD-1090-96, DOE Standard Hoisting and Rigging Manual ...

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<strong>DOE</strong>-<strong>STD</strong>-I090-<strong>96</strong> (Rev-I)9.2 INSPECTIONS9.2.1LGenerala. Equipment shall operate with a smooth,regular motion without any hesitation, abnormalvibration, binding, gross shimmy, or irregularity.There shall be no apparent damage, excessivewear, or deformation of any load-bearing part ofthe equipment. All safety devices, load indicators,boom angle <strong>and</strong> radius indicators, controls, <strong>and</strong>other operating parts ofthe equipment shall bechecked during each inspection <strong>and</strong> shall be ingood working order.b. Frequency notations as used in dates forfrequent <strong>and</strong> periodic inspections should bedefmed as follows:Daily--24 hours.2. Weekly--7 days.3. Monthly--31 days.4. Quarterly--92 days.5. Semi-annually--184 days.6. Yearly--365 days.c. Violations ofinspection periods may begranted on a case by case basis, provided there is apre-established site specific policy.9.2.2Prior to initial use, all new or modified cranesshall be inspected as required in Section 9.2.6,"Periodic Inspection," by a qualified inspector toensure compliance with the applicable provisionsofthis chapter. Dated <strong>and</strong> signed inspectionreports shall be kept on file <strong>and</strong> shall be readilyavailable.9.2.3Initial InspectionPreoperational Checka. Operators or other designated personnelshall visually inspect items such as the followingeach day or prior to use ifthe crane has not beenin regular service (records are not required):·1. All control mechanisms formaladjustment interfering with proper operation.2. Crane hooks <strong>and</strong> latches fordeformation, cracks, <strong>and</strong> wear.6. Anti-two-block, two-block warning,<strong>and</strong> two-block damage prevention systems forproper operation.7. Booms for damage or deformation ofstructural components.b. Operators or other designated personnelshall examine deficiencies <strong>and</strong> determine whetherthey constitute a safety hazard.9.2.4 Monthly Inspection1. Critical items such as brakes <strong>and</strong> cranehooks.9.2.53. Hydraulic systems for proper oil level.4. Lines, tanks, valves, pumps, <strong>and</strong> otherparts ofair or hydraulic systems for leakage.5. Hoist ropes for kinking, crushing,birdcaging, <strong>and</strong> corrosion.a. The operator or other designated personshall visually inspect the following items fordamage, wear, or other deficiency that mightreduce capacity or adversely effect the safety ofthe crane:2. Hoist ropes.b. Lower the hook block to its lowest position<strong>and</strong> examine for any condition that could result inan appreciable loss ofstrength.c. Hooks for cracks, deformation, damage fromchemicals, latch engagement (ifprovided), <strong>and</strong>evidence ofheat damage.d. A hoist rope with any ofthe conditionsnoted in the replacement criteria in Section 9.2.6shall be removed from service <strong>and</strong> replaced.e. Signed <strong>and</strong> dated inspection records shall bekept on file <strong>and</strong> shall be readily available.f. Before the crane is returned to service,correct deficiencies that could reduce its capacityor adversely effect its safety.Frequent Inspectiona. Operators or other designated personnelshall visually inspect the crane at daily to monthlyintervals (records are not required).Chapter 9Mobile Cranes 9-6

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