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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)11.3.3.2 Annual Inspectionsa. A sample annual inspection form is includedas Exhibit II at the end ofthis section. This formis intended to be a sample only <strong>and</strong> is not intendedto be m<strong>and</strong>atory.b. Annual inspections shall be conducted by aqualified inspector. In addition to criteria for dailyinspections, the qualified inspector shall do thefollowing for annual inspections:1. Hang chain in a vertical position, ifpracticable, for preliminary inspection. Chainshould hang reasonably straight iflinks are notdistorted.2. Accurately measure the reach (insideofcrane ring to inside ofhook) under no loadwhen new <strong>and</strong> at each inspection, <strong>and</strong> keep arecord ofincrease in length; an increase in lengthmay be due to stretch (sign of overload or wear).3. Check for localized stretch <strong>and</strong> wear.Lift each link from its seat <strong>and</strong> visually inspect forgrooving. Ifgrooving is noticed, verify stockdiameter oflink to be within the minimum safedimensions in the table below. Reject chain ifitdoes not meet the requirements in the table.4. Remove the assembly from service ifwear at any point ofany chain link exceeds thatshown in Table 11-11.5. Round out sharp transverse nicks bygrinding. Ifthe minimum dimensions are reducedbelow those values specified in Table 11-11,remove the assembly from. service.Table 11-11. Maximum allowable wearof chains.Chain size(in.)1/43/8~5/83/47/811-1/4Maximumallowable wear(in.)3/645/647/649/6410/6411/6412/6416/646. Check for evidence ofheat damage.11.3.3.3 Proof-Testinga. Single-leg <strong>and</strong> endless alloy-steel chainslings shall be certified as having beenproof-tested to 200 percent ofthe rated capacityprior to initial use.b. The proofload for multiple-leg bridle slingsshall be applied to the individual legs <strong>and</strong> shall be200 percent ofthe vertical rated capacity ofasingle-leg sling. Master links to whichmultiple-leg slings are connected shall beproof-loaded to 200 percent multiplied by theforce applied by the combined legs.c. Test loads shall be accurate to within-5 percent, +0 percent ofstipulated values. Eithercertification by the manufacturer or a pull testcertified by a qualified person is acceptable.11.3.3.4 Operationa. The following shall apply to all personnelwho use steel-chain slings:1. Do not set a load on a sling or pull asling from under a load. Place wooden blocks orother supports under the load to provide sufficientclearance for the chain.2. Shorten chain slings byhooking backinto the chain, into the master link, or with grabhooks. Do not shorten by knotting, twisting,bolting, or inserting the tip ofthe hook into a link.3. Do not hammer a chain to force it intoposition.4. Protect chain slings from sharp comersthat might bend the links. Use a suitable pad toprevent gouging orbending ofthe chain links, aswell as possible scarring ofthe load.5. When making choker hitches withchain slings, always face the hook opening out <strong>and</strong>away from the pull of the sling so that the hookswill not slip out when slack is taken out ofthesling.6. Check steel-chain slings for:i. Nicks, cracks, gouges, <strong>and</strong> wear.NOTE: For other sizes, consult chain orsling manufacturer.ii.Bending, stretching, or shearingoflinks.11-25Chapter 11Wire Rope <strong>and</strong> Slings

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