Chain Slings Inspection Guide Part 4

Chain Slings Inspection Guide

(Grade 80 and Grade 100 round link chain slings, with master links, shorteners, connecting links, sling hooks)

▶ How should chain sings be used safely?

•  Always know how to properly use the equipment, slinging procedures before attempting the lift operation.

•  Inspect the chain slings and accessories before use for any defects.

•  Replace broken safety latches of sling hook.

•  Find out load weight before lifting. Do not exceed rated load of the chain sling. 

•  Check whether chain slings fit freely. Do not force, hammer or wedge chain slings or fittings into position. 

•  Keep hands and fingers from between load and chain when tensioning slings and when landing loads. 

•  Ensure the load is free to be lifted. 

•  Make a trial lift and trial lower to ensure the load is balanced, stable and secure. 

•  Balance the load to avoid overstress on one chain sling arm (sling leg) or the load slipping free. 

•  Lower the working load limit if severe impact may occur.

•  Pad sharp corners to prevent bending chain links and to protect the load. 

•  Position sling hooks of multi-leg slings facing outward from the load. 

•  Cordon off the area. 

•  Reduce the load limit when using chain sling in temperatures above 425°C (800°F).

•  Store chain sling arms on racks in assigned areas and not lying on the ground. The storage area should be dry, clean and free of any contaminants which may harm the chain slings.