Frequent Inspections
The operator or other designated person performs frequent inspections by doing a visual examination
and by listening for unusual sounds while product is operating. Frequent inspections are usually
performed on the following schedule:
Normal Service- Monthly inspections
Heavy Service- Weekly to monthly inspections
Severe Service- Daily or before each use to weekly inspections
Periodic Inspections
A designated person performs periodic inspections, which are more detailed inspections, by doing
visual examinations of external and internal conditions. These inspections are done on the following
schedule:
Normal Service- Yearly inspection
Heavy Service- Semi-annually inspections
Severe Service- Quarterly inspections
TABLE 1 - INSPECTION CHART
In chart, F indicates Frequent Inspection, P indicates Periodic Inspection
LOCATION
Braking mechanism
Brake parts:
Hook
Hook retaining members Not tight or secure
(Pins, Bolts, Nuts)
Hook Latch
Suspension Members (Sheaves, Hand-wheels, Chain attachments,
Suspension bolts or pins)
Gears
Load Block: Suspension housing
Trolley: Supporting structure
Bolts, Nuts, Rivets
WARNING Labels
Hoist Lever
Proper operation
CHECK FOR
Slipping under load
Hard to release
Brake Discs
Glazing
Oil contamination
Pawl: Ratchet
Excessive wear
Pawl: Spring
Corrosion: stretch
Chemical damage
Operation
Deformation
Cracks (dye penetrant, magnetic
particle, or other suitable detection
method)
Not tight, secure or damaged
Damaged; does not close
Excessive wear
Cracks
Distortion
Broken or worn teeth
Cracks
Inadequate lubrication
Distortion
Crack
Possible inability to continue
supporting loads or damaged
Not tight or secure
Removed or not legible
Bent, cracked
Unusual sounds
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