06May
15Apr
TERMINOLOGY – Wire Rope
Minimum Breaking Force (MBF) - MBF is the minimum load or force, specified by the manufacturer, at which the wire rope will break. This is the figure which should be used when choosing the right wire rope for your application Working Load Limit (WLL) - The...
15Apr
LIFTING EQUIPMENT TAGS
All assets must have traceability throughout their lifecycle. If a lifting sling has lost its tag and a permanent method of identification is not evident, then the item should be withdrawn from service. See LiftQuip...
15Apr
INSPECTION – Lifting & Height Safety Equipment
It doesn't matter what the asset is that you are maintaining, one of the most important aspects of an inspection process is the recording of information. Important information needed is the specific serial number of the asset, date of inspection, the condition of the item,...
11Apr
HEIGHT SAFETY – Term of life
Height Safety – Term of Life Under AS/NZS1891.1 – harnesses and lanyards have a maximum of a 10 year lifespan. Inspection periods of harnesses and lanyards cannot exceed 6 months.
11Apr
CHAIN SLINGS – Reeved and Basket Slings
Chain Slings – Reeved and Basket Slings The maximum angle for use on multi leg slings when using in a reeved or basket configuration is 60 degrees. This change is a reduction from the previously allowed maximum of 120 degrees.
11Apr
CHAIN SLINGS – Inspection Frequency
Chain Sings – Inspection Frequency The latest revision to AS3775 provides a guide on how often periodic inspections should take place. Your duty of care is that you shall have an inspection program in place which takes into account the particular circumstances of use.
11Apr
WIRE ROPE – Installing under load
WIRE ROPE – Installing under load To achieve perfect multiple layer spooling of the rope on the drum it is important to put tension on the rope during the installation It is critical that the first layers are under tension. If they are too loose, top layers...
11Apr
LOAD RESTRAINT- The Golden Rule: Minimum Horizontal Restraint Required
LOAD RESTRAINT – The Golden Rule: Minimum Horizontal Restraint Required Restraint against forward movement = 80% of the load Restraint against sideways movement (Left) = 50% of the load Restraint against sideways movement (Right) = 50% of the load Restraint against rearward movement = 50%...
22Mar