SYNTHETIC WEB SLINGS

SYNTHETIC WEB SLINGS
BEST OPERATING PRACTICES

1. Determine the weight of the load. The weight of the load shall be with-in the rated capacity of the sling.

2. Select sling having suitable characteristics for the type of load, hitch and environment.

3. Slings shall not be loaded in excess of the rated load capacity.

4. Slings with fittings which are used as a chocker hitch shall be of sufficient length to assure that the chocking action is on the webbing and never on the fitting.

5. Slings used as a basket hitch shall have the load balanced to prevent slippage

6. The opening in fittings shall be the proper shape and size to ensure the that the fitting will seat properly in the hook or other attachments.

7. Slings shall always be protected from being cut by sharp corners, sharp edges, protrusions or abrasive surfaces.

8. Slings shall not be dragged on the floor or over an abrasive surface.

9. Slings shall not be twisted or tied into knots, or joined by knotting.

10. Slings shall not be pulled from under loads if the load is resting on the sling.

11. Do not drop slings equipped with metal fittings (Crosby’s).

12. Slings that appear to be damaged shall not be used unless inspected and accepted.

13. The sling shall be hitched in a manner providing control for the load.

14. Personnel, including portions of the human body, shall be kept between the sling and the load, and from between the sling and the crane hook or hoist hook.

15. Personnel shall stand in the clear of a suspended load.

16. Personnel shall not ride on the sling.

17. Shock loading shall be avoided.

18. Twisting and kinking the legs (branches) shall be avoided

19. Any load applied to the hook shall be centered in the base (bowl) of hook to prevent point loading on the hook.

20. Slings shall be long enough so that the rated capacity of the sling is adequate when the angle of the legs (branches) is taken into consideration.