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Maintenance Tip: Inspecting Synthetic Web Slings
Rigging of all types shall be visually inspected by the user or designated person each for shift the rigging is to be used (per ASME B30.9, the recognized standard for rigging). The inspector is to look for the following:
- Acid or Caustic Burns
- Melting or Charring of any part of the sling
- Holes, Tears, Cuts, or Snags
- Broken or Worn Stitching in Load Bearing Splices
- Excessive Abrasive Wear
Any of these conditions require that the sling be removed from service immediately, and given to the safety department for evaluation, repair, or disposal.